I want to see a therapist. How do I tell my parents?

Maybe consider writing a note or sitting them down at the dinner table, sometimes a parent will think it's because they did something wrong, and get defensive. But it's the opposite, you trust them enough to tell them that you want therapy, so just be true and you will be okay

You need to sit down with them and just tell them. Have a conversation about what’s going on in your life that makes you feel the need to see one. They should understand and help you find one who you work well with.

Tell your parents that you need to talk to them about something important to you. Once you have them sat down and ready to talk, let them know that what you're about to say should not worry them. Then tell them you have been feeling like you need to speak to someone that has an outside perspective. If it is important to you to see a therapist I'm sure your parents will understand this and allow you to see a professional.

You shouldn’t be scared to tell your parents. They love you a would support you in anyway. They’ll understand.

Explain to them your thoughts and also hear them out too to get the perspective of both sides. And good luck! :)

Sit down with them, talk them through exactly how you are and how you have been feeling and explain to them that you think it’s in your best interest to see a therapist

Well, you'll have to explain them why do you need one, first. What all you're going through and now, it's become too much for you to handle, So, consulting a therapist would be a wise approach

Start by telling your parents how you are feeling and you think that seeing a therapist will help you feel better and understands what you are going through. Explain to them that they are not being pushed away, but sometimes you feel comfortable talking to a stranger and a qualified stranger might be able to keep an open mind and help you with your situation as well as improve yourself to be a better person. Besides that, explain to them that seeing a therapist might not only help yourself but also helps in strengthening the relationship between you and your parents.

Just sit your parents down when they are free, and let them know that you would like to see a therapist they will completely understand.

First of all am glad that you have made a choice of seeing a therapist :) I know the dilemma of telling parents. You may start describing the problem you are facing and letting them know that a professional assistance will be of lot of help to resolve the problem. Try to speak to them in a calm manner. They may or may not take time to understand the issue. If they do, nothing like that! Incase, they are unable to understand then give them some time. Few days and they will understand. Am sure this helps. Take care. :)