I've never seen my therapist or pdoc out of the office. Out of context I probably wouldn't recognize them.

I think professionally they can't really acknowledge you other than a "hi" & a smile so as not to reveal you are a patient (HIPPA).

Also, since you mentioned feeling suicidal you should probably put a "trigger" sign on your post. I only mention it, because I often forget to do it.

Hope you are feeling better.--Suzy