There are all sorts of platitudes I could quote about how 'the longest journey begins with a single step.' and things similar to that. I'll stick to basics. I'm glad that you recognized your need to see a counselor. I'm glad that you followed through on the desire to see one. I'm glad you were able to recognize things that you do and do not want, things you do and do not like about the experience. I suggest finding somebody new if you didn't 'click' with Anna. I have heard stories from friends who have had to go through lots of counselors to find someone who they felt they could really work with on the important issues.
Thanks, Ben. Like I said, I'm going to think about it. I, too, have heard people picking from a number of therapists they've visited to find, in the end, the one that works best for them. It was interesting to experience this from inside rather than read about it.I suggest finding somebody new if you didn't 'click' with Anna.