If you do talk with the counselor, it isn't the same as talking in public. I think most of us do the "I'm fine" thing, so, if you can get from I'm fine to I'm fine but there are some things I just need to work out.....((((hug))))....
Some who know you might be relieved to know you aren't always Fine...that they might even be able to help you.
Think about the counselor, you can always stop if it isn't helpful.