They are pointless and a waste of your time and their's if you are not open and honest. Absolute no use in going if you are not getting help you need which can only happen if you are honest.

Maybe some people are not honest but spending my hubby's retirement on it I sure as hell was not going to waste my sessions.

Admitting suicidal thoughts is not the one way ticket everyone seems to think it is to the looney bin. It is NORMAL with PTSD and they are used to hearing it and helping people work through it, that is what they are paid to do. If you are not actively trying to knock yourself off then it is no worry at all. That is exactly why they are there and are trained to help you through. Be honest. Be blunt. They are doctors, but not mind readers.

Very hard to admit to, but once you do you will see it is not as bad and they truly can help. Again these are what they are taught to deal with and teach you how to. Good luck, feeling this way is not a joy ride ever.