This is very inspirational, should be in life poems in my opinion.

Oh be still my heart...

I can relate to this piece in so many ways.

I love the creative style you chose here, incorporating conversations. Love the format...

You took a deep emotion and feelings and captured the heart of the reader here.. just brilliant!

MaryAnne,

Great work and I praise you for sharing what is going on. Most people would do well to examine themselves with great care at least once in their life, but most refrain, as they don't want to be labelled in any way.
Society is tough, but hardly ever as tough as we can be on ourselves. You show empathy for your Self in such a mature way, hats off, dear girl...I can tell you'll go places!

Big hug,

Ingrid

Reread the second stanza, you may want to make some changes.....

In the second stanza shouldn't decided simply be decide?

The style of this one is amazing and I love how honest all of your poems are, this is no exception. I know Maple Tree noted that she could relate and I think that there are so many people can.

Yet another stunning write.

Judging comments added

Mondays @ 9 by Poet on the Piano
(7pts.)

Loved the beginning to the poem and how descriptive as though it was almost a job you were referring to attending. Then hence the title, a weekly chore, one to release emotions, thoughts, feelings and the latest happenings. What I adored most was that there was never a mention of it actually being a psychiatrist but that the scene was described so it didn't have to be told. A lovely poetess once told me " you don't have to tell everything you know" that it's for the reader to determine. That is why I love this poem. 

It was my top vote the following week.

The writer speaks of intense details, such as "New sneakers with the tags still on" , leather chair and how pillows aren't as easily placed for the writer and how one cup of coffee was rare. These details are much needed as it brings a sense there is some OCD going on but most importantly it seems there is a struggle within. One of depression, which is a very serious subject for a lot of people. The poem explains the fight and struggle of depression. Wonderfully written poem. I enjoyed this poem because I feel we all can do much more with our life than we ever thought possible if only we believe in ourselve