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Glasgow Times
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Lewis Capaldi: I cried my eyes out at secret Scottish gigs
Capaldi, the Glasgow-born singer known for hits such as Someone You Loved, went on hiatus after struggling with symptoms of Tourette's during a performance at Glastonbury in 2023. He made a major comeback during 2025's Glastonbury festival, performing his new song Survive, which over the weekend was named the UK number one, to a crowd of some 100,000 people. Speaking to BetterHelp – the world's largest online-therapy platform – Capaldi said that he had returned to the stage in Scotland for some 'secret gigs' to 'ease in' to performing again before his Glastonbury return. 'It felt weird that the first time I would ever be on stage, after going away for my mental health, would be to throw me into doing 100,000 people at Glastonbury,' he said. 'So we did these warm up shows in Scotland.' Asked how he'd felt during those shows, Capaldi said: 'I cried. I cried my eyes out. 'I wasn't really nervous at all walking on, and then the first one was in Edinburgh and I walked on stage and played the first two songs and I was like: 'This is going great, this is completely fine'. 'And then I got this rush of adrenaline, I was like shaking and stuff … It was really mental. It was such a weird feeling.' He went on: 'Before I did the last song, I was explaining to everybody who was there how grateful I was that they had showed up and come along. 'I think I didn't realise how much I actually miss being on stage, and then I just started to cry.' READ NEXT: 'We apologise': Latest on Glasgow City Council's cyber attack READ NEXT: 18 road safety schemes to be installed in Glasgow streets - what we know Capaldi was speaking as he and BetterHelp announced a collaboration to offer people 734,000 hours of free therapy – representing his 734-day career break. 'Therapy has been a massive part of the reason why I'm able to be a musician again,' Capaldi said. 'I don't think I'll ever stop going to therapy after the impact it's had on my life over the past two years. 'I want to support my fans as they've supported me, which is why I'm donating 734,000 hours together with BetterHelp.' 'We've seen through our data that globally three in four people agree that seeking mental health support is important, yet most people are afraid to ask for help,' said Sara Brooks, chief growth officer at BetterHelp. 'To have someone as globally recognised as Lewis Capaldi share so authentically how getting help through online therapy has transformed his life is incredibly powerful. We're grateful to have Lewis speak up and use his platform to help break down the stigma of therapy.' Visit for more information about the partnership and to access a free month of therapy.
The National
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The National
Lewis Capaldi donates 734k hours of therapy after Glastonbury comeback
Capaldi, the Glasgow-born singer known for hits such as Someone You Loved, went on hiatus after struggling with symptoms of Tourette's during a performance at Glastonbury in 2023. He made a major comeback during 2025's Glastonbury festival, performing his new song Survive, which over the weekend was named the UK number one, to a crowd of some 100,000 people. Speaking to BetterHelp – the world's largest online-therapy platform – Capaldi said that he had returned to the stage in Scotland for some 'secret gigs' to 'ease in' to performing again before his Glastonbury return. 'It felt weird that the first time I would ever be on stage, after going away for my mental health, would be to throw me into doing 100,000 people at Glastonbury,' he said. 'So we did these warm up shows in Scotland.' Asked how he'd felt during those shows, Capaldi said: 'I cried. I cried my eyes out. 'I wasn't really nervous at all walking on, and then the first one was in Edinburgh and I walked on stage and played the first two songs and I was like, 'This is going great, this is completely fine'. 'And then I got this rush of adrenaline, I was like shaking and stuff … It was really mental. It was such a weird feeling.' He went on: 'Before I did the last song, I was explaining to everybody who was there how grateful I was that they had showed up and come along. 'I think I didn't realise how much I actually miss being on stage, and then I just started to cry.' READ MORE: Temperatures to hit 'up to 28C' as heatwave felt across Scotland Capaldi was speaking as he and BetterHelp announced a collaboration to offer people 734,000 hours of free therapy – representing his 734-day career break. 'Therapy has been a massive part of the reason why I'm able to be a musician again,' Capaldi said. 'I don't think I'll ever stop going to therapy after the impact it's had on my life over the past two years. 'I want to support my fans as they've supported me, which is why I'm donating 734,000 hours together with BetterHelp.' 'We've seen through our data that globally three in four people agree that seeking mental health support is important, yet most people are afraid to ask for help,' said Sara Brooks, chief growth officer at BetterHelp. 'To have someone as globally recognised as Lewis Capaldi share so authentically how getting help through online therapy has transformed his life is incredibly powerful. We're grateful to have Lewis speak up and use his platform to help break down the stigma of therapy.' Visit for more information about the partnership and to access a free month of therapy.
Business Wire
12-06-2025
- Health
- Business Wire
BetterHelp Joins Forces with Three WNBA Powerhouse Teams as Official Mental Health Partner
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- BetterHelp, the world's largest online therapy platform, today announced multi-year partnerships with the WNBA's 2024 Champion New York Liberty, Las Vegas Aces and Dallas Wings. Tipped off during Mental Health Awareness Month in May, the partnerships align BetterHelp with all three teams on mental health initiatives, and aim to drive critical conversations around the importance of mental wellness, especially among athletes. "The extraordinary rise of women's basketball is more than a sports story. This is a cultural movement reaching millions of passionate fans," said Sara Brooks, Chief Growth Officer at BetterHelp. "But with that spotlight comes pressure, and for elite athletes, peak performance isn't just physical – it's mental. Getting your head in the game means having the support to stay strong, focused, and resilient. BetterHelp's mission to champion mental well-being aligns perfectly with these teams' commitment to supporting their players on and off the court. Whether you're a professional athlete or someone navigating everyday challenges, we're here to remind you: everyone is better with help." The multi-year partnerships will come to life across various channels, including: Connecting teams with licensed therapists through BetterHelp's online platform In-arena experiences designed to promote mental health awareness Digital content series with athletes and coaches featuring raw mental health stories from the locker room to fuel honest and impactful dialogue In-person community events to engage both fans and the local communities to raise awareness around mental health in women's sports Educational tools and resources to empower the next generation of women athletes with mental health skills BetterHelp's official partnerships with the WNBA's New York Liberty, Las Vegas Aces, and Dallas Wings double down on BetterHelp's commitment to breaking down the barriers to mental health care for athletes. During March Madness, BetterHelp solidified its commitment to drive change among this community through its Stop the Madness campaign, which addressed online hate and provided free mental health resources for student-athletes, amplifying wellness conversations and connecting more people with professional support. This announcement represents another powerful step for BetterHelp over the past month to eradicate barriers to mental wellness across the globe: Released its first-ever State of Stigma survey, gathering insights from over 16,000 people across 23 countries to better understand the fears, beliefs, and cultural narratives that continue to hold people back from seeking help. The findings aim to break down barriers to care and ensure people worldwide receive the support they deserve. Expanded its commitment to increasing therapy access through impactful non-profit key partnerships with Six Shout UK, and Be Strong. These collaborations deliver free therapy to underserved communities, frontline mental health workers, and Gen Z students navigating today's challenges. In May, BetterHelp collectively donated over 2,700 months of free therapy. Tapped into the power of storytelling to normalize therapy and reduce stigma. Efforts included an integrated partnership with Peacock's Emerging Artist Series, 'People Like Me,' and the launch of BetterHelp's own podcast, Mind if We Talk?, which debuted with a candid conversation on overcoming imposter syndrome. For more information on these partnerships or to learn more about how to access professional, affordable, and tailored therapy, visit About BetterHelp: BetterHelp was founded in 2013 to remove the traditional barriers to therapy and make mental health care more accessible to everyone. Today, it's the world's largest online therapy service – providing professional, affordable, and tailored therapy in a convenient online format. BetterHelp's network of 30,000 licensed therapists has helped millions of people worldwide take ownership of their mental health and work towards their personal goals. As the unmet need for mental health services persists, BetterHelp is committed to expanding access to therapy globally.
