I am suposed to be calling a private counsellor tomorriw to arrange a day to start. I can't decide if I should go back to my gp as well and ask for medication. I was offered it last time but refused but now think it was a mistake.

Would you recommend trying the counselling first or just doing both at the saw time?

Also since I am now paying for counselling rather than waiting for the nhs one do I need to tell my gp or would it be best to keep it to myself until I know if it is any good?