Ask A Therapist: How Much Will My Therapist Tell My Parents About My Self-Injury?
As a minor, how much of what I tell a therapist will my parents hear? Recently my parents have discovered I struggle with self-injury. After discovering this, they are going to send me to see a therapist to help with the issue. They, of course, know I struggle with self-injury, but I would prefer if they did not hear about it if I tell the therapist when I self-injure. Is this possible, or is it required that they inform my parents when I cut? As a minor, do I have any confidentiality from my parents?
A: Excellent question and an important concern to bring up in your first session with your therapist. Watch the full answer below.Take good care of yourself!Julie Hanks, LCSW