When I was around the age of seven or so, I was molested multiple times by my cousin who was about 15 or 16 at the time. I have only told two of my closest friends. I haven't told anybody in my family. Me and him, we just don't talk about it. I'm not even sure if he knows that I remember it.

I am almost 16 now and I think that a few of my problems (depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and a small fear of intimacy) are linked to what happened. My emotional problems are effecting every part of my life. I want to be pro-active and do something about it. I want to see a therapist, for starters.

The thing is, I know that it's easier for them to help me, if I actually tell them what happened. I don't want my cousin to get in trouble at all, and I don't want my family to know. Honestly, I'm ashamed and I'm sure he isn't too proud of it either.


Can I trust this information with a therapist, or will he/she take legal measures?