, or persistent low-grade depression, but long before I met her I'd experimented with therapy on and off, with little success. The first time I sought help — for depression instigated by a deep dissatisfaction with work — I found a therapist who was covered by my insurance but unfortunately was a bad match.
Life was wonderful, and I thought I had the depression under control. Until everything went sideways. The financial situation was good, too. The health insurance provided by my previous employer was excellent; my copay was $20 per session. After the layoff, state unemployment benefits allowed me to continue treatment for free.
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