Stomach paralysis is more common than they're telling you. Even if you don't get the constant vomiting, a person with no previous stomach problems can develop severe problems in a very short time. It happened to my wife.
All i can say is, don't screw up your dosing (slow build up). There's no room for error.
Good for you. Keep at it, and don't just think all counselors are the same. If yours is not working for you, just change. No real counselor will be upset if you do.
I think we should start an "Independent" party, giving it an identity and allowing people to have a sense of belonging instead of separation.