Yes, I can see how this would be tough. I've never gotten 2 1/2 hours worth of any mental health professional's time! But I can certainly appreciate how having to dredge up all of that old stuff... especially with a new therapist during an initial appointment would be really challenging. I have to say I don't know if I could do it. Kudos to you for forging ahead. Hope you begin to feel better about the experience soon.