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I am going to see a therapist on Thursday for depression, anxiety, panic attacks, self harm and general social phobia. Last week on tv i saw a pregnant lady being interviewed who due to being abused as a teenager saught help for self harm, she is now 22 and a few months ago an incident between her and her boyfriend occured (she wasnt allowed to say what had happened) and the child services got involved, she was totally open about everything and her old therapist assured everyone that she was fine but they are going to take her baby away from her as soon as it is born. Apparantly this is happening a lot. I keep thinking about this and am wondering if i should tell my therapist everything!? Any thoughts?
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
I would suggest checking into the rules of confidentiality where you plan to attend counselling.
In my part of the world counsellors are required by law to report child neglect or abuse...
From the illnesses you describe,I believe therapy can be highly helpful to you.You might want to discuss these very fears of yours,about exposure, with your new therapist on the first day.That way, yoou might get a genuine read on how she truly feels about sticking to the law of confidentiality. If you feel comfortable with her response,that's a good sign you have a trustworthy therapist.And,as you begin to trust her over time,I'd say tell her anything except what might make you later feel anxious and uncomfortable to have shared...Best of luck!
if the therapist doesnt, they themselves can be in trouble.
The laws now-a-days are a lot tougher in domestic/child relevant issues. It is mainly to stop things before they get out of hand. Some times, people can act too quickly. But one thing you can guarantee, when a child is involved or there is abuse of some kind, the Dr will step in regardless of the bond or relationship you have with them.
They do it for your best interest as most times you cant and it is the law.