Usually when I see my psychiatrist I talk about issues I want to raise (it really helps to write some things down) and I say what I think it might be and let her tell me her professional opinion. Sometimes I ask about trying certain meds or therapy and she'll consider it and will say if it's a good idea or not.
Definitely say what your issues are, maybe phrase it in a way like "I've been wondering if it might be something like body dysmorphic disorder because I struggle with these symptoms..." rather than outright telling the psych that's what you have researched and believe you have (some really do not like this).
Also just to say that just because you work in MH no-one expects you to be able to fix yourself. Even psychiatrists, psychologists and therapists cannot fix themselves, they have to go to others for help. So try not to worry about that.
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