Do therapists have to tell parents about drug use?

They don't have to. They are not required to. However, the law does not protect doctor-patient confidentiality for minors that it does for adults. In other words, it's up to the therapist whether he/she will tell the parents anything. read more

So, basically, if you go see a therapist, I'd keep certain things under wraps for a while until you get a feel for the therapist and know if you trust him/her not to tell your parents. Remember, the therapist wants to help you, and if disclosing information like that won't help you, he/she won't do it. read more

Ronnie asked Martha to help him with his substance abuse, but he insisted that she not tell his parents about his drug use. “You’ve met my dad, and you know how afraid I am of him, and I can’t bear the thought of adding to my mom’s worries. read more

Tell them what you want, your therapist can't talk to your psychiatrist without your permission and since they cannot prescribe drugs there's no reason for them to worry about drug abuse like psychiatrists. read more