Triggering (SH): what should i do?

[Hannah36]

i've been hinting to one of my teachers that i trust that i am feeling depressed at the moment...and yesterday she noticed the cuts on my arm, we talked about it and she said she wouldnt call mum if i went to see the counsellor and then talked to her about it after...i dont know what to do thoug because i still feel like cutting and i still have suicidal thoughts, but i want to hide them from mum because it would only make things worse, but i want to keep it confidential, what i talk to this teacher about, but she said that if it doesnt get better she would go to the principal and she would contact docs...what would happen if docs got contacted??

[Telethia]

Hey there,

I am so sorry you're struggling with this, I know how hard it is to get help and stop, but you can get through this okay?

I think talking to your counselor is a great idea. Tell her everything you feel that you can trust her with. I know it's hard, but you need to do it. It would help you so much. I know the idea of your mom finding out sounds pretty horrific and is really scary, I've been there. But it would be for the best if your mom did know. If doctors get contacted, more than likely so will your mother. I know it seems like it would make everything worse for your mom to know, but you don't know that for sure.

Talk to the counselor and your teacher. Take it one day at a time. You can get through this. Stay strong and take care. If you ever need anyone to talk to i'll always be willing to listen.