BY: I agree with you that a middos therapist is very helpful and important. Truth is, if one opts to become close to a Rebbe/Rov/Masgiach/Mechaneches/Teacher/Proper Role Model, they are doing that. Of course only when they’re willing to accept direction. Once upon a time we’d go to a prophet to direct us.
You don’t me to agree with you, just thought my comments there may have promted you. (I don’t know that a good Frum psychologist won’t be able to help many improve themselves, not the “excuse themselves” deal)