Anehel,
I am so sorry for what you are going through. I know that I have bipolar but there are many times that I think my husband is depressed. He has a very stressful job. Unfortunately, men aren't very open to seeing someone who can help. Many times, they view depression as a sign of weakness. My husband could also change his situation by getting another job within the same company but he doesn't because, even though he's stressed out, he's more comfortable staying where he is rather than changing. He knows that he is stressed but will not think of himself as depressed. I feel your pain. The only thing I can think of to help your bf is to try your best to be supportive. As far as counseling if he won't go alone, the only other option is couples therapy. Once you get him there maybe they can help him individually. The bottom line is unless he thinks he needs the help and wants to get it, there's no way to get him to go. If he wants to go and is afraid you could offer to go with him. Sorry I can't be more help.
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