All articles tagged with #therapy
A therapist wife recounts the moment her husband didn’t click an invitation to Taylor Swift’s wedding, uses the event to explore gender dynamics in relationships, and describes how a heartfelt apology and a shared dinner helped them move past the disappointment, reaffirming that repair and connection matter more than any single missed moment amid larger life stresses.
Charli D’Amelio says her mental health has been declining as she turns 22, noting more therapy and a new level of independence without parental guidance, while addressing rumors of a family rift and confirming she’s stepped away from Be Happy Snacks; she continues to share her experiences publicly via YouTube and other posts, highlighting the ongoing conversation about mental health in her life and career.
Therapists say long-term couples drift not from a lack of time but from routines that lack novelty and emotional safety. Reinvigorate connection with therapist-backed date ideas that emphasize presence: side-by-side activities (pottery, hikes), laughter dates, and 'first date' dinner conversations that foster curiosity, plus moments of vulnerability like 'What I Never Said' and No-Fixing Walks. The activity itself matters less than whether both partners show up with openness and empathy. The goal is to cultivate emotional safety, curiosity, and shared experiences, not a perfect itinerary.
After 17 years of feeling unfulfilled, Courtney Boyer proposed polyamory to save her marriage; her husband initially rejected the idea, but through frank conversations and couples therapy they embraced a nonmonogamous arrangement. Today she dates a partner abroad while her husband remains monogamous, a path she says has helped her live authentically and led to a memoir about their journey.
Courteney Cox and Snow Patrol musician Johnny McDaid have split after more than 10 years together. The couple began dating in late 2013 after meeting at a star-studded party hosted by Cox, became engaged nine months later, briefly split in 2015 and reconciled the following year; Cox has publicly discussed their breakup and couple’s therapy in 2024, and they were last seen together at the 2025 US Open. Reps for both declined comment.
In southwest London, a 3-year-old Falabella therapy horse named Rusty travels by private taxi with owner Maria to help manage her PTSD and panic attacks; the small horse's calming presence has drawn in the community and sparked talk of future visits to a special needs centre and hospice, highlighting animal-assisted therapy's potential to support mental health.
A BBC Health feature argues therapy isn’t just for the young, highlighting 70-year-old Maurizio and 73-year-old Antonio (with 68-year-old Gigliola) who describe clearer thinking, lighter mood and better relationships after psychotherapy. The piece cites evidence that psychotherapy works across all adult ages and may be especially beneficial for older adults facing isolation and chronic illness, with group-based therapies showing strong gains. Yet access remains limited by cost and referrals, and ageism; only about 4% of US adults 65+ receive psychological therapy, while completion rates among older adults can be high (up to 54%).
A leading neurorehabilitation doctor argues that the adult brain can recover after stroke or head injury through early, intensive, targeted therapy that exploits neuroplasticity; Claire’s year-long progress—from no speech and paralysis to speaking and using her right arm with help from music therapy—shows what consistent rehab can achieve, even months after injury, while post-discharge care remains uneven and underfunded; the piece also notes potential future treatments (drugs, brain stimulation, VR) and the broader case for investing in brain health to cut long-term costs.
A feature exploring how ketamine, once a club drug, is being repurposed to treat depression and PTSD, offering rapid relief for some patients while raising questions about long-term safety, access, and regulatory oversight as clinics expand and norms around use evolve.
Christine Taylor says the COVID-19 pandemic saved her marriage to Ben Stiller after they split in 2017; being home with their kids during lockdown gave them time to work on their relationship with therapy, leading to rekindling their romance (Stiller confirmed in 2022) and they are now focused on co-parenting their two children, Ella (24) and Quinlin (20).
A Utah family describes how early recognition of signs like withdrawal, anxiety, and physical symptoms led to therapy for their child, illustrating how early intervention can alter outcomes; experts note one in five Utah children under eight face emotional or behavioral challenges, and providers like The Children’s Center Utah are expanding access with new locations (including a Lehi site) to better meet needs.
AVPD is a long-standing pattern of extreme fear of rejection and social inhibition that leads people to avoid social situations and relationships. It differs from general social anxiety in its pervasiveness across most life areas, not just specific scenarios. Signs include deep self-doubt, feelings of inadequacy, and sensitivity to criticism, which reinforce avoidance. Causes likely involve a mix of low self-esteem, childhood experiences, and genetics. Treatment focuses on psychotherapy (such as CBT or psychodynamic therapy) to challenge negative beliefs, build self-esteem, and gradually reduce avoidance, with medications for anxiety or depression as needed.
A new cancer metabolism study suggests that a widely used vitamin supplement may be inadvisable for cancer patients, highlighting tumor metabolic vulnerabilities and the potential for therapies that account for cancer cells' metabolic flexibility.
A New York woman has not spoken to her family for five years after they stayed connected with her cheating ex, leaving her heartbroken; Dear Abby urges therapy and time to heal, noting that reconciliation may come through professional support rather than overnight. The column also includes advice on a separate 'home invasion' situation about a partner hosting an unannounced guest.
AI-powered mental health apps are gaining traction as cheaper, 24/7 support, with users like Vince Lahey finding them appealing even if they sometimes misbehave or steer users toward real-world issues. Demand for care is rising, but there is little rigorous evidence of efficacy and few safeguards; regulators in some states are moving to restrict how these products market themselves as therapy. A KFF Health News review found about 3 in 10 young adults have used AI chatbots for mental health, and nearly 60% did not pursue in-person care afterward. High-profile lawsuits against OpenAI over self-harm cases and broader data-privacy concerns underscore the risks, while experts warn that the “therapist” label is often misleading and that the field needs clearer standards and safeguards as it expands.