My friend(that I’m not supposed to be talking to) is really hurt that I injured. I want to see a therapist so badly because I want to stop. I know SI isn’t good and I know it hurts him but I can’t help it. I’ve tried everything I can think of to stop but I’m out of ideas. I want to see a therapist, but my friend is really really iffy about me going because he had a bad experience with therapists and anti-depressants. I really, really don’t want to upset him by going but it’s my very last resort and I can’t keep hurting him by injuring. I’m completely torn into two just trying which is the right decision. I’m totally lost.
I’m sorry things are so difficult right now. I think it’s a great sign that you are interested in therapy – it can be very helpful. I can imagine your friend may have had a hard time with therapy and/or anti-depressants – but that doesn’t mean you will. Obviously, don’t go to the same therapist he went to – but there are many others out there. If you need help finding one or figuring out how to ask – call our information line at 800-366-8288. It’s confidential, you’ll need to leave a message and we’ll call you back (so use a line that’s safe for that). But we’ll be happy to answer whatever questions you may have, and even questions your friend may have. There is help for depression and self injury – you just need to reach out for it.
Take care. Pam
If I leave a message on you’re information line, about when will I get a call back? It’s kind of important because I’m grounded from my cell phone and I have a weird school schedule and my parents can’t know I called.
You can leave specifics in your message. Leave the time you can be called back and we’ll do our best to call back at that time. You could also email us at info@selfinjury.com if that’s better, it’s probably easiest to talk on the phone, but of course if that won’t work, it won’t work :).