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Hey there,

I want to start out by saying that your parents are handling the situation wrong, but it doesn't mean that they don't care or aren't worried about you. I think it is a good idea for you to sit down with them and have a discussion with them about what is going on. Let them know that you appreciate the fact that they are concerned, but what they are doing is triggering you more. Let them know what WILL help you. I don't think they will let this drop easily, but at least if you have some sort of plan outlined as to what they can do to help and what will make it worse, they may ease up a bit.

I am not sure about why they are telling you to lie to your counsellor, but I don't think you should. Counsellors are there to help you get better, but to do that, you have to be able to be honest with them. You can always explain to your counsellor that your parents have instructed you to lie to him but this is something you need support on. Maybe he'll keep it confidential since they know?

I do think communication is important here.

-Dez