I've looked into the idea of going to therapy without my parents, but I can't legally drive without them and I'm mostly afraid of how they'd react. When I see my family doctor my mother gets very upset when I ask to talk to her by myself but I'm going to see her soon and I'll ask about my medication...

So I'm 17 and I've been struggling with anxiety and depression for about 5 years, and I've been on medication for 3. I've asked my parents repeatedly to see a therapist on a regular basis but each time I see one my parents decide they're not right for me and I never go back. I got used to it and let...