How do I tell my mom I want counseling?

Question

I really want a counselor. But i dont know how to tell her.. Im afraid she wont take me seriously because i act happy around her. But im not.

Answer 1

Sit her down and tell her exactly what you typed in your question. Although you act happy around others, you do not feel that way on the inside. Ask if there is some way you could seek therapy. If she says no or that your family cannot afford it, ask your school guidance counselor if there is a school therapist you could see. When you speak to your mother make sure you assure her that your feelings are not her fault and be prepared to speak to her openly & honestly about your feelings. Good luck!

Answer 2

just explain to your mum that you need it and I'm sure she will be happy for you. of course she is going to want to know why you need it but she will understand as being your mum it will benefit for you and will do you good in the near future. good luck

Answer 3

talk to a counselor at school so they can help you tell her if that doesn't work write her a letter explaining  everything and see what is her reaction to it  make sure you leave the letter on a place were she will see it in the morning after you live home from school that wat you will give her time to Analise the situation and no freak out on you good luck,

Answer 4

you need to say:

"mom i need to talk to you about something serious.  i want to go talk to a counselor.  i know i seem happy around you, but on the inside i feel like im falling apart and im miserable.  can you please help me find one and please help me get my life back."

Answer 5

be  upfront with her and let her know how u really feel. she is mother and wants u to heathly  n  happy and safe. if u feel u need someone to talk to..let her kno. i hide my issues from my mother and when i was an adult n told her that as a kid i felt i needed help she told me she wish she wouldve known. if u want her to take u seriously, approach her in a serious way.