I have just recently started counseling. It was very difficult to make the initial appointment but that was probably the hardest part. You don't have to tell anyone why you're going or even that you are going. If you can go on your own when you feel the most comfortable it's a lot easier. You don't even need to tell the receptionist why you want an appointment. Another thing to keep in mind is that you don't have to share everything with a counselor or therapist. I have not told my counselor that I cut or have thought about suicide. Sometimes it's easier to talk about the issues that are causing you to cut then to talk about cutting and that can help you quit cutting. It definitely helped me. I wish you luck and hopefully you feel better. Feel free to contact me through pm if you have any other questions. I'm always willing to help.
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