My 13 yo daughter has been recommended to get some counseling by our family doctor, who did a mental health evaluation. She wasn't "ordered" to do this, but doc said she thought it would be a good idea and helpful. Parents agree. Daughter is very resistant. I've tried to explain counseling/therapy in as positive a light as possible, and explained that it would be confidential. I spoke to a highly recommended counselor today on the phone, and she sounded very good. How do I get my daughter to give this a try? I made a tentative appointment for next week, but I'm afraid my daughter will dig in her heels and refuse to go. And what if she does go but will say nothing in the session? Do counselors of adolescents know how to handle this? Get the kids to open up? Get the kids to like them? If she says nothing and is just very resistant, will the counselor refuse to see her again? You know--you can lead a horse to water, but you can't make him drink? I'm really worried about this. I just want my daughter to get some help and support.