Should I get counselling?

So I have had quite a few problems in my life lately with friends and it has caused me to become upset. I am always stressed about my past present and future and how small issues can ruin my life. I get bullied and I take my anger out on other people and myself. Countless nights I have sat up thinking about how I would get through these issues and now I am really considering counselling.
My mum was the first one to suggest I have someone to talk to after I had told her what was going on and I went along thinking, yes, I would benefit from it. So she spoke to my teacher about getting counselling through the school…
But I don’t know if it is the right choice? What if they say that I was just being pathetic? And this is why I think I need to talk to someone… I am always so negative about even the most positive things! I do not know how to make my decision… Is there anything I need to take into account?

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Hannah M

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Hey Hannah,In my opinion you may want to give it a go, no one will ever think you're pathetic for getting help, you're awfully strong by just admitting it may be a good idea. If your parents are starting to notice and you're also noticing behaviours you're worried about, it's probably the best choice. If you go and decide it's not needed or not helping it's not the end of the world, no one will judge you. There is no scale on how 'unstable' you need to be to seek help, it doesn't work that way. You should focus on what you feel is best and do what you want.What I think you need to take into account is how you feel about this, do what you feel is best for you, don't force yourself into this because it's what parents and teachers expect it from you, but it really seems like you're too leaning towards it.I hope you figure out what you want to do, chin up, love you x

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Kyla

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It's okay to reach out for help. It's not pathetic. Sometimes it's necessary to be able to deal with your problems. It's a big step to take and it's good that you're thinking about it. Give it a try and see how it goes. When you reach out for help, they're dedicated to help you. What matters is how you feel. Good luck.

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Rain

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