As Finch explains what happened to him last year, his nonchalant tone suggests that he’s not taking his problems seriously. This is also why he jokes with Mr. Embry instead of answering Mr. Embry’s questions truthfully. On some level, Finch doesn’t seem to want help for whatever he’s dealing with. Rather, he’s being forced to receive counseling, which suggests that the school is committed to keeping their students safe and monitoring their mental health.