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Would I be able to see the school counselor without my parents knowing?

Im going through a bit of a ‘rough patch’. My parents think ive recovered from my previous issues and have stopped me from seeing a normal counsellor. I really want to talk to my school counsellor, but i dont want my parents to know im visiting her, nor do i want them to know what is going on. Would the counsellor have to notify my parents to start counselling?

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Answer #1

The only time the counselor would approach your parents is if you appear to be in immediate danger - whether by a family member or by your own hand.

Answer #2

I think you should be able to speak with your counselor without your parents knowing just as long as you aren’t indangering yourself or others

Answer #3

Also, if you’re 18+, the counselor cannot even tell anyone you went to visit.

Answer #4

YUUP .

Answer #5

I see a whole bunch of people without my parents knowing

Answer #6

yea just dont talk about it throughout the community

Answer #7

Much of what Colleen told you is right on the money Steph, counselors will in all likely hood will inform your parents if the issues you’ve described may lead to harmful or dangerous situations. I can’t say with candor how the laws pertain to teens your age in your country, but your best way to find out is to simply ask that counselor directly or find other students who could share some of there experiences with you. Good luck.

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