Wow, Justin - I notice that your recovery energy is on high this week. I have little to add to the above thread, except to witness and support your ongoing bravery & effort in deepening your recovery.
I've had some very positive experiences in therapy, though I've always taken the "available" or "insurance covered" therapist, whoever I was assigned. I was never deliberate about the choosing of method or person. Interesting, because I am discerning about choices in other aspects of my life (I've put more energy into choosing my hairdresser than my therapist - although admittedly, I have difficult hair...)
At any rate, your quest has inspired me. Maybe it is time to add this element back into my recovery. And - EndGame - I am going to use the "why now?" question in many aspects of my life! I never ask that of myself! The "why now?" of feelings, obsessions, projects, dreams, frustrations, or ex-boyfriends re-contacting me... Huh...