Really Afraid.

[SilentlyCrying]

Yesterday I had the perfect opportunity to get my cutting out there again. I was going to tell my guidance counselor, because I knew she could help me. She even just got a new book in about self injury in people a lot like me. I think she might have gotten my hints though. I kept pulling my sleeves down and one of my biggest pet peeves (which she should recognize, considering we went over it before) I kept biting my thumb. I also rubbed my hands together when she mentioned cutting, and eventually went really spacey. When she asked me if my coping mechanisms were still working my exact words happened to be "Umm... sure, I guess... I don't know." She had known also that the past three days I spent my time in the school bathroom crying a LOT. I hope she did get the hints, but I'm afraid to tell her. I have a mixture of scratches and cuts all over my wrists, and I don't want my parents to find out. Today I'm going dress shopping with my aunt, which is VERY risky, considering if she finds out, I'll be worse off then if my parents found out. Help! Should I tell my guidance counselor first thing next time I run into her? Or should I confide in my favorite teacher, who is very understanding? I see him around more, but I think she'd handle it a little better.

[Kiss]

If you think your teacher could help you (which I doubt) you may want to talk to him, but if you do anyway, it's likely that he's going to tell your counselor and she's going to know either way. I think you should tell her. Good luck!

[anonymous53]

I think you should try to tell your guidance counselor, since she's trained in handling these issues. I'd suggest not trying hints because they don't work right.

[Blujay]

Yeah, talking to your guidance counsellor is probably your best bet. They'll know how to handle the situation the best.
Best of luck <3

[love is louder]

guidence counsellor.
it was the worst thing to tell my therapist but as soon as its out there you will feel loads better!