So... I'll skip to the main point.
I started going to a psychologist for n reasons, one of them for not being able to open up to anyone about the stuff I do in my life, or the stuff I like.
And considering the psychologist is meant to be the one I can finally do so, at some point I should bring up the whole furry part of it.

But it's so damn embarrassing and awkward, and hard to tackle too, considering there's a lot to explain about...

And before anyone says maybe I shouldn't... I just feel like, if I really want to be open with someone about my life (and I'm sure that it'll make me feel better), I need to do this...

If anyone has been to a psychologist and did so, or if anyone has any idea on how to open up about this to someone that has no knowledge on it, that would be much appreciated, and thank you very much in advance for reading till here ~

The way I would put it is that:

I have an Advanced interest in cartoon characters
and am apart of a community that has the same interest
and support it.

I'd go on saying it's really interesting and downright
fun to think about them in a realistic setting and what
could come about because of that.

Sure there are some who would like to see this first hand
with amazing and most likely self-made outfits of characters
they'ed see as the main character but, at its heart, it's
just fun with imagination on a MASSIVE scale! ◠‿◠)

You can add your own spin on why you join the
community dood though the first bit is how I would
start it dood, Though it's up to you if you wanna
tell them.

I'd say "Go for it." Everything you say
will only be between you and them and they're there
for you to have someone to open up to about these
kinda things already so the options there, ya know?
╹‿╹)~★

Personally, I'd say having an "advanced" interest sounds a hell of a lot more creepy than just saying:
"Do you know about furries, because I'm kinda into that stuff.."

Then see what there reaction is and go from there, maybe with:
"I thought I should tell you because, well, nobody else knows that about me and I really want to get it off my chest, I mostly like it because.."

If they haven't heard about it, I'd definitely be a lot more embarrassed, but I'd say, "for most people, it's a sexual attraction to drawn anthropomorphic characters." Or I might emphasise that it's more like "people with fur" rather than "animals that can walk and talk," just to try and avoid the whole bestiality thing.

Also, I should stress that your psychologist will have heard much, much worse than someone saying they're a furry, and that it's their job to help people through any mental problems they're having. If they're helping you to open up more, and you tell them more personal things like this, I think they'd only see it as a good thing, regardless of the content. It's a lot harder to open up about the things we're embarrassed about, especially if they're personal or subjective. Also, opening up about things like this would show that you trust them, and psychology really does need a great deal of trust on both sides.

If you tell them about this stuff, and they react well, then it'll help you trust them more as well as help you tell them about any more personal experiences.

And seriously, good luck with your psychologist and the mental issues you're facing.

I should probably see a counsellor/psychologist myself, but haven't really had the courage to. Though, at the same time, I found out that the counsellor that was nearby had quit, as they needed counseling..

RedShad said:
So... I'll skip to the main point.
I started going to a psychologist for n reasons, one of them for not being able to open up to anyone about the stuff I do in my life, or the stuff I like.
And considering the psychologist is meant to be the one I can finally do so, at some point I should bring up the whole furry part of it.

At some point. You don't have to do it right away.

Also, please keep in mind that you may need to 'shop around' to find the right therapist. not every person can get along with every therapist. <3

But, you can wait. and bring it up in your own time.

but it's so damn embarrassing and awkward, and hard to tackle too, considering there's a lot to explain about...

Think about why you find it EMBARASSING and not just complicated... that's probably important.

As for how... everyone's seen disney movies. "Like the characters in Zootopia or the Disney Robin Hood."

Pupslut said:
I should probably see a counsellor/psychologist myself, but haven't really had the courage to. Though, at the same time, I found out that the counsellor that was nearby had quit, as they needed counseling..

Most therapists need therapy too. You can't see the outside of your house from the inside. And any sort of therapist/psychologist/psychiatrist/counselor sees a LOT of stuff on a day to day basis. This is actually the reason I backed away from going into any kind of head-doctor-stuff professionally... I knew I would be very prone to blaming myself for the actions of others. I'd have trouble keeping a professional distance. So: It's fine that they needed counseling themselves. That's normal. we can't self-analyze like that very well. And it's highly discouraged across all medical professions, I beleive.

SnowWolf said:
Most therapists need therapy too. You can't see the outside of your house from the inside. And any sort of therapist/psychologist/psychiatrist/counselor sees a LOT of stuff on a day to day basis. This is actually the reason I backed away from going into any kind of head-doctor-stuff professionally... I knew I would be very prone to blaming myself for the actions of others. I'd have trouble keeping a professional distance. So: It's fine that they needed counseling themselves. That's normal. we can't self-analyze like that very well. And it's highly discouraged across all medical professions, I beleive.

Oh, definitely, I didn't mean it as a bad thing. I was just meant that there aren't many round here, and that that particular one also needed counselling.

As far as I'm aware, a lot of counsellors often are part of a group, so they can all talk and help each other. A few years ago I was talking to a counsellor, and they were saying how they were working with some pretty awful people, so it's definitely understandable.

I'd say that blaming yourself for other's actions, or seeing them as your fault, is quite a common thing, and it's something that a mental health professional would be able to help with. At the same time, I'm kinda the same in that aspect, it's often easy to give advice, but difficult to actually get started applying the same advice to yourself.

Honestly coming out as a furry to your therapist is just as wierd and awkward as doing it to your parents. Why even do it, you aren't seeking help for it so there's no point. If you want someone to share your interests, there are furry dating sites and stuff. If it's just that you have issues sharing, then that's one of the issues; oversharing.

Notkastar said:
I'd say "Go for it." Everything you say
will only be between you and them and they're there
for you to have someone to open up to about these
kinda things already so the options there, ya know?
╹‿╹)~★

Thank you for the encouraging words <3 and it's such a fun way to bring it up, I'll definitely note that down ~

Pupslut said:
If they haven't heard about it, I'd definitely be a lot more embarrassed, but I'd say, "for most people, it's a sexual attraction to drawn anthropomorphic characters." Or I might emphasise that it's more like "people with fur" rather than "animals that can walk and talk," just to try and avoid the whole bestiality thing.

Also, I should stress that your psychologist will have heard much, much worse than someone saying they're a furry, and that it's their job to help people through any mental problems they're having.

If you tell them about this stuff, and they react well, then it'll help you trust them more as well as help you tell them about any more personal experiences.

And seriously, good luck with your psychologist and the mental issues you're facing.

I should probably see a counsellor/psychologist myself, but haven't really had the courage to. Though, at the same time, I found out that the counsellor that was nearby had quit, as they needed counseling..

Mm! They very likely won't know about it, so yeah.. But you do have a point that they probably heard worse~ Thank you for the idea and for the luck wishes <3
And take care, talking to a psychologist did make an impact on me and it's a great way to understand yourself more, so good luck to you too ~

SnowWolf said:
Also, please keep in mind that you may need to 'shop around' to find the right therapist. not every person can get along with every therapist. <3

But, you can wait. and bring it up in your own time.

Think about why you find it EMBARASSING and not just complicated... that's probably important.

About the first bit, I did have thought about if I should change... I have opened up about other things but... considering my therapist seems so distant from my things (a.k.a I need to explain it well and even so they might not fully understand it). But, maybe it's something that will be solved later..
The reason I find it embarrassing is that it's so easy to picture the concept of furries to beastiality and I just have the feeling (even tho my therapist mentioned a few times) of feeling judged already...
But it's true that it's also complicated to explain...

FurZ said:
Why even do it, you aren't seeking help for it so there's no point. If you want someone to share your interests, there are furry dating sites and stuff. If it's just that you have issues sharing, then that's one of the issues; oversharing.

You do have a point but, I'm looking for therapy because I want to be understood. I want to be able to be myself and like my things without being judged, and, quite honestly, I haven't met anyone that would do so yet.
Though it's one of my concerns, it's not the only one. So I definitely am fond of the idea of looking for therapy. I'm just not used to it yet...

My parents always ask me how it's going... And I don't really know what to answer. I mean, I talk about my week and bad things and good things about myself... But everytime I decide to open up about something new, I feel... distant... And I really don't know if that's normal for therapy or if it's a sign I should try someone new.

Either way, thank you all very very much for your responses, I really appreciate them <3

Well, you'll always be judged by some people. The trick is to build confidence and eventually not care about the judgements of others. Some of that will be anxiety. If you want something to work on now, I recommend meditation daily and working out, both will help a lot. Try the headspace app for some introduction to guided meditation.

You're probably not going to surprise them. In fact, if they are any good at it, they probably already know.

Ugh, I know this feeling all too well... keep us informed about how it went anyway.

Say nothing. Least said, soonest mended. Avoid complications. Believe me.

FurZ said:
Honestly coming out as a furry to your therapist is just as wierd and awkward as doing it to your parents. Why even do it, you aren't seeking help for it so there's no point.

I foresee furry conversion therapy in the future, as an adjunct to the internet addiction camps.

rhyolite said:
Say nothing. Least said, soonest mended. Avoid complications. Believe me.

This one gets it.