Getting help

[Gravemind]

So my ex girlfriend knows about my cutting and depression and when she broke up with me, she felt very guilty because she knew it would only make it worse. She says that she would feel much better if I went to get help from a psychiatrist. My self harm has always been very moderate. Usually only 1 or a few cuts each time, and not very frequently. I almost always have urges, but I do a pretty good job of controlling it. Anyway, when she told me to seek help, I basically said that I didn't want to waste anyone's time, so I wouldn't. She got mad at me. I got mad at her. Now we don't talk.

I don't want to see help for a few reasons. I have problems trusting people, and I don't believe I can trust some person I barely know, since I barely trust some of my closest friends. Also, I don't think I really need help. I've been cutting since around January this year, but like I said, it's not very severe. Although I feel like the urges have been getting worse and worse.

Has anyone been in a similar situation? Should I try to get help? Can someone who has been to a psychiatrist tell me about their experiences?

[RoseyCadaver]

Now,I'm going to be very honest,you do need help.That is self evident,and I do know it can be very hard to get help,I myself am too afraid to ask people to help me(as in mum and dad).

Your girlfriend was only worrying for you,and wanted to help you.There are people out here to help you with these kinds of problems,you wouldn't be wasting anyone's time.You two shouldn't be mad at each other about that.

I know it would be very hard to trust someone you don't know and tell them some of your life secrets or issues,it's not easy at all.But you do need to realize these people are here to help you,not hurt you.Even if it isn't too severe,it's still bad,and it will only get worst.Just do it,contact one so you can identify the problem and fix it.

I've never been to a psychiatrist,but I plan on getting a therapist.I bite and beat ,scratch,and beat myself,not cut.

[xktx]

I have the same issues of trust, but if your over 16 they cannot legally tell anyone you dont want them to, unless they think its life threatening.. which you say it isnt...xx
try going to see someone, im going to see my doctor next weekend for advice on who to talk to about my problems, cos (minus the x girlfriend) in the same boat; trust issues and sh but not seriously. xxxx

[StoppingTime]

I can't speak from experience....
Like Salt said, you should see someone. Don't think you can't trust a psychiatrist. There job is to help you, and they wouldn't tell anyone unless absolutely necessary. In your case, I don't think it is. Just make sure you find a good one. Your girlfriend was only looking our for you. She probably didn't completely understand, so she took it to seriously, which she should not have done. But seeing someone really can help. Also, if there is a friend(s) that you really do trust, talk to them as well. A true friend will always be able to help you. Any kind of cutting is never good, and can only lead to worse things. It may seem as if you aren't doing it a lot, but when you try to stop, it will be incredibly hard.

Good Luck!