asked a question yesterday about my realtionship with my husband, and alto of people suggested that I seek counseling..... I think they are right, I"m being very self destructive. The problem is taht I'm afraid if I tell teh counsellor everything I"ve done, she may tell my husband, and I do'nt want that to happen. I feel like if I work on fixing myself to be better for him ,he'll never have to know what an awful person I"ve been. So can I really trust a conselor?
2006-07-12 03:10:49 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
A Counselor is legally bound not to disclose anything you say to him/her during a session. However, if the counselor thinks you are a danger to yourself (suicidal thoughts or actually trying to committ suicide) or another person (homicidal thoughts) then he is obligated to turn that into the proper authorities. I think counseling in a wonderful tool to as you put it "fix yourself". However, be prepared to take a long hard look at yourself, your marriage and your life. Also, what about getting your husband involved in the counseling down the road? You say the problem is with you. However, I am a firm believer that there are no "innoscent" people when it comes to making a marriage work or not.
2006-07-12 03:16:54 · answer #1 · answered by la_diablita_1999 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you feel that she cannot be trusted then you need to find a new counselor. Technically anything that you tell her is not supposed to go any further than that. She is not supposed to tell anyone anything about what you said or what went on in your sessions. But once again if you feel that she cannot be trusted and that she is going to go back and tell then do not tell her anything and find someone else to counsel you.
2006-07-12 10:14:46 · answer #2 · answered by Nicole C 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A certified counselor is bound by confidentiality and can't talk about things that you have said unless you give them permission. So don't let that stop you from seeing a counselor and getting the help you need and want.
2006-07-12 10:14:05 · answer #3 · answered by willinkc 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no counselor should reveal your info to anyone without your permission (usually written permission) and the only way that confidentiality should be compromised should be if you are going to harm yourself or someone else! Counseling is a great idea..secrets and deception can eat you alive. A counselor is your best option. good luck
2006-07-12 10:14:46 · answer #4 · answered by beautifully broken 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
everything will be confidential...however, you should be seeking counselling to heal the problem... and to heal 100%. Never go into counselling with lies...always seek to solve the real issues or you will never get to the root of the problem. Otherwise you are wasting your time
2006-07-12 10:32:29 · answer #5 · answered by tcnb1234 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Counselors, priest, and people of that nature who you confide in are bound by privacy act and privileged communications by the court not to reveal any confidential info.
2006-07-12 10:16:34 · answer #6 · answered by smitty 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am pretty sure anything discussed with a counselor would be covered under HIPAA regulations and couldn't be shared with anyone else. You can check with them before you decide to make an appt.
2006-07-12 10:14:01 · answer #7 · answered by Butkusman 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you go to a licensed counseler, it is against the ethics of his/her profession to tell anything you say to any one without your permission. You could sue him big time for doing it. Speak with one and begin to feel better about yourself. good luck!
2006-07-12 10:31:00 · answer #8 · answered by golden oldy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well if u think u need to seek help do it get a counselor it shouldnt matter whether the counselor will tell or not i think the counselor is professional enought to know what to do
2006-07-12 10:16:13 · answer #9 · answered by JAZY 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A counselor is not allowed to repeat what is said in the sessions....it's confidential....please get help if u need it...
2006-07-12 10:15:11 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋