Maryland
I'm pretty sure the OP meant that although he has been reluctant I provide screening info in the past, he is willing to take a risk on his birthday - ie, he is willing to provide screening info on this occassion.
To the OP, just choose a reputable lady and your info will be safe with her. Treat her with courtesy a nd respect, like you would treat any other lady, like a human being, and not like an object. You'll be fine!
Best of luck picking out your birthday gift to yourself! Sounds like a great indulgence. Most guys wish they had discovered the hobby younger. Most ladies are newbie friendly if you're willing to provide your screening info. The ad board is a great place to search! Have so much fun and happy birthday!! To the OP, just choose a reputable lady and your info will be safe with her. Treat her with courtesy a nd respect, like you would treat any other lady, like a human being, and not like an object. You'll be fine!
I see why girls who primarily see hobbyists would be suspicious of handles with no reviews, but I see a lot of first timers (probably because I'm such a rare flavor of gal) who don't usually post or write reviews. It's one reason why I have a very low number of reviews despite having been a member since 2009. Screening is a lady's job and while I definitely wouldn't go backchanneling an unknown guy a whole bunch of private information, there's no need to discourage newbies from contacting us. Some of us make it very easy for newbies without prior reviews to visit with us, especially if someone is willing to provide their identity/employment screening information. Most of us are happy to see gentleman without any reviews or posting history, which is why ad venues like Eros are so popular. Almost 80% of my appointments from Eros are non-reviewing guys who provide identity/employment info and claim to be total newbies, whether they are or not. 
It's the ones who contact me with no references and "just don't feel comfortable" providing their employment info that raise red flags. Why bother contacting me then?! Lol. I just wanted to encourage this gentleman because it sounds like he's ready to take the plunge and cough up that info, which is really all he needs to be off to a great start!