Welcome Josh,
We are only the first step, once you get your confidence up, it will be only a matter of time before you will eventually have to visit either the group sessions at the VA, or a private therapist. You see, we are just your mates and can only speak by experience, and 99% of us will tell you that the only way to truly learn how to tackle the beast is by going to a therapist.
In some countries, the only way to attain a VA rating is by jumping through the hoops and doing what they wish too.
Anyway buddy, hope you find what you are looking for. Welcome my friend.
Jimmy