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Time Business News
19 hours ago
- Time Business News
Marriage Therapy Is Going Digital: The Marriage App Revolution
Marriage therapy is no longer confined to office chairs, hourly rates, and awkwardly timed sessions. It's going mobile, digital, and on-demand. The rise of the marriage app is changing how couples access support, resolve conflict, and reconnect. Modern couples want immediacy. They want tools that fit into their daily lives. They want help without stigma, scheduling hassles, or draining their bank accounts. Marriage apps are delivering all of that, replacing or supplementing traditional therapy with tech-driven alternatives. This isn't just therapy over video calls. It's guided programs, self-assessments, AI coaching, behaviour tracking, and communication tools, all packed into apps that live in your pocket. It's marriage therapy that works while you're commuting, doing dishes, or lying in bed. Three main drivers are pushing marriage therapy into the digital space: 1. Convenience People don't want to wait three weeks for an appointment. They want insight and help immediately. Marriage apps provide 24/7 access to structured guidance. No travel, no waiting rooms, no calendar juggling. 2. Cost Traditional therapy often runs $200 or more per session. Many marriage apps offer monthly subscriptions for less than the cost of one in-person session. Some are even free. That financial accessibility opens the door to a much wider population. 3. Privacy and Control Apps offer a discreet alternative to therapy. You can engage with them on your terms, at your pace. No awkward introductions, no pressure to speak before you're ready. It's therapy without the theatre. This isn't a gimmick. Modern marriage apps are not fluff-filled feel-good journals. They're increasingly grounded in real psychological frameworks, often created by licensed therapists or psychology PhDs. Typical features include: • Conflict resolution templates that help structure arguments • Scheduled check-ins that prompt emotional honesty • Conversation prompts that cut through stale routines • Cognitive behavioural tools tailored to relationship stress • Video lessons from relationship experts • AI-powered journaling that detects patterns in tone, mood, and themes • Built-in messaging tools for couples to communicate constructively Some apps focus on preventive care—keeping good relationships strong. Others are triage tools for couples on the edge of separation. A few are even designed to be used alongside live therapists, acting as reinforcement between sessions. There's a growing list of serious contenders in the marriage app space. A few leading names include: • Lasting Backed by clinical research, Lasting offers a structured path through core relationship challenges, like trust, intimacy, and conflict resolution. • Relish Combines coach support with short, actionable lessons and quizzes tailored to each partner's needs. • Toucan Focuses on Christian couples, blending spiritual principles with relationship tools. • Couples Coach Built by the US Department of Veterans Affairs, offering free support to veterans and their spouses. Most of these apps offer both individual and joint use modes, which lets each partner reflect independently before engaging together. Some also provide optional access to human coaches or therapists, usually by text. Early studies are showing positive results. In one internal analysis from Lasting, over 80 percent of users reported improvement in their relationship within five sessions. App-based approaches are particularly effective in helping couples communicate more honestly and regularly. The asynchronous nature of apps—where each partner can respond on their own time—also reduces the volatility that sometimes derails in-person sessions. It removes the performative layer. People get real when they're not being watched. No. But they're going to reshape how therapy is delivered and when it's apps work best for prevention, maintenance, or early-stage tension. Deep trauma, abuse, or major life transitions still need a human clinician. But even then, apps can serve as ongoing support between sessions. Think of them as fitness trackers for your relationship. They're not a gym, but they'll help you show up more consistently and measure your progress
Yahoo
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
19th Street's transformation has Eastchester businesses excited
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) – The transformation of 19th Street continues. The area of downtown Bakersfield between K and Q just keeps getting more interesting. Now, granted, it's not all that interesting at the moment. The historic Woolworth's building is still a couple of months from completion, and a section of Eastchester, as it has come to be known, seems to have more for lease signs than now open. But it's getting there. As Mayor Karen Goh outlined this week at the annual State of the City luncheon, food, drink and assorted diversions are in the planning and/or construction phases. This derelict lot will eventually look like this. The so-called Toucan building, ravaged by fire just a few months ago, will soon look like this. And in between those spots, Bakersfield Community Theatre — the oldest continuously operating community theater in California – will be getting new life. It's moving from a quonset hut on South Chester to the middle of the action. Jan Hefner, the executive director, took us on a tour. 'It is some very cool stuff happening,' she said, 'and that's one of the things that we were drawn to, is the chance to be a centerpiece of a new entertainment district. There's other fine theaters in the downtown area too, but with the amenities that are being built up here and the new vendors and businesses and restaurants that are coming in, we think this is just an ideal spot for us to be.' The community theater is moving next door to the historic Toucan building, which just last year was torched by fire. It, too, is making a comeback. The theater's move might take three years. But businesses already operating in this largely shuttered commercial/slash light industrial area are ready for them. Hector Miranda owns Adventure Awaits, a 19th Street coffee shop that's been open almost three years. It's directly across from that container park. 'Things are definitely changing as we brought in an influx of traffic as well as all the new businesses that are coming up around us,' he said. 'We're very excited to have all new neighbors.' Hoagie's Grill is right around the corner from Bakersfield Community Theater's new location. Brianna Baker, an assistant manager, is happy about the proximity. 'I'm very excited for what downtown has to offer, especially right here on 19th Street,' she said. 'There's a lot of new things opening up. And it's really nice to see the community just show up for everybody. … I'm really excited to see what downtown has in store for us.' She and everyone else on 19th Street is hoping excitement and prosperity are right around the corner. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
BBC News
03-07-2025
- Health
- BBC News
Stoke-on-Trent 'peace pod' to help child mental health patients
A "peace pod" designed to reduce the number of hospital stays for children and young people with complex mental health issues has opened in suite, at North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare NHS Trust's Darwin Centre, in Stoke-on-Trent, offers therapeutic support and interventions, staff is designed to provide an alternative to a ward for patients with eating disorders, acute emotional dysregulation or learning to be the first of its kind in the country, it is hoped the new space will avoid patients requiring admission to the trust's psychiatric intensive care unit and specialist eating disorder unit. The development of the pod and training for staff was funded by Toucan, a West Midlands Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services Mellor, chief strategy officer at Combined Healthcare, said it would enable the trust to deliver "the best quality care for young people when they need it the most".Service manager Glynis Harford, explained the young patients at the Darwin Centre, who are aged between 12 and 18, sometimes needed "high-intensity, short-term" care or support to move through "distressing emotions"."The suite will form a core part of the ward, acting as a flexible space that we can quickly and easily reconfigure as a safe space to deliver more intensive support where required," she improvements recently made at the Darwin Centre included the addition of a dietician, an art therapist and upgraded sensory equipment, the trust added. Follow BBC Stoke & Staffordshire on Facebook, X and Instagram.
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Orangutan escapes exhibit after a ‘malfunction' at Denver Zoo
DENVER (KDVR) — An orangutan was able to escape from its exhibit after a 'malfunction' at the Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance on Wednesday. The Denver Zoo confirmed with FOX31 that on Wednesday, around 3:45 p.m., employees were doing a check when they discovered that an orangutan wasn't in its exhibit. Jake Kubié with the Denver Zoo said there was a 'malfunction in the primary enclosure area,' and an orangutan left the enclosure. Toucan relocated from SeaQuest to Denver Zoo euthanized after medical battles However, the great ape wasn't completely on the loose. Kubié said the orangutan went into another area for specialists and didn't come in contact with any employees or visitors. The zoo has Sumatran orangutans, a species that is usually between three and six feet tall and weighs between 66 and 250 pounds, depending on their gender. Here's what they look like: The Denver Zoo is an 80-acre campus in the City Park neighborhood. The zoo said there are over 2,500 animals at the zoo, including penguins, camels, hippopotamus and lions. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Scottish Sun
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Get the Farm Rio colourful, designer look, loved by celebs for over half the price this summer
RIO GRAND Get the Farm Rio colourful, designer look, loved by celebs for over half the price this summer If you want to inject a sprinkle of sunshine, a flurry of fun and a whole lot of carnival into your holiday wardrobe then Brazilian Label Farm Rio has it all. Banana prints dresses, Toucan T-shirts and red-hot chilly rompers all feature in their fun-in-the-sun designs. 5 Be inspired by A-list loved brand Farm Rio this summer Credit: Born out of a Brazilian market stall in 1997 by two friends, Kátia Barros and Marcello Bastos, Farm Rio's famous prints are a love letter to Rio's de Janeiro's vibrant sun-kissed style. Loved by the likes of Selena Gomez and Priyanka Chopra the brand has infiltrated the UK and most recently made its way into Selfridges. However, the designs do come with a price tag with dresses often retailing for hundreds of pounds. If you love the style, but don't have the budget then the high street is full of alternative options to give you the same look. So, whether you are heading to Copacabana Beach or just popping to Croydon for a coffee this summer the fashion team are here to show you how you can get the Farm Rio look for not as much buck. Tracey Lea Sayer, 53, Fashion Director 5 Get summer holiday ready like Tracey Credit: My obsession with Farm Rio knows no bounds but unfortunately my budget doesn't always stretch that far, not even on Vinted. In the summer I always become obsessed with colours and prints. I start dreaming of holidays from May onwards and can't stop browsing the Farm Rio website. Luckily the high street is all over this trend with prices to suit every budget. I have chosen this gorgeous mid-price range co-ord from Reiss. The lily and lemon print makes me think of soaking up the sunshine on a terrace, drinking a G&T while reading a new best-seller. Total bliss. Emily, 25, Fashion Assistant 5 Take tips from Emily's home or way outfit Credit: I'm a big fan of summer dressing, and Farm Rio always gets it right, though their prices are a bit out of reach for me. Thankfully, the high street is full of budget-friendly, boho-inspired pieces that look just as good. This printed dress from Forever New is available in a midi and mini length and looks like it could be designer. The pattern is stunning and super detailed and I'm obsessed with the red bow straps. Plus it's super versatile, you could style it over a white baby tee with sandals for a daytime look or add gold wedges like I have for an evening on holiday. I finished the outfit with a stack of colourful bangles and a pearl bag from Zara. All of their pieces are fun, bright and just ooze holiday and hot weather style - what's not to love, aye? Clemmie Fieldsend, 34, Fashion Editor 5 Get inspired by holiday detailing with Clemmie's outfit Credit: Despite having a mostly neutral wardrobe, I do love Farm Rio. My personal style does tend to steer away from over the top, statement frocks but that doesn't mean I can't channel the brand. Punchy colour and tropical prints are at the heart of Farm Rio and this shorts and cardi combination embodies that. This cardigan from Never Fully Dressed, who have heaps of looks similar to Farm Rio, is more me. Holiday inspired detailing I can wear on cool summer evenings and I'm in love with this bright green shade. Topped off with a lot of texture, like this amazing bag from Reserved and shoes from Mango. Finish with gold jewellery and my go-to cat-eye sunglasses and get me to Rio. Abby McHale, 30, Deputy Fashion Editor 5 Embrace all things bright and bold with Abby's picks Credit: Summer is my favourite season to dress for and this kind of style just screams holiday. The colours, the prints, all the accessories, it's such a fun style to play around with. River Island is smashing its summer looks currently and its new range with Atlas is really hitting the spot. I'm obsessed with this asymmetric dress from the collection, the print is so vibrant and fun. Paired with some sun jewellery, a pair of bright heels and a raffia bag - now all I need to do is book another holiday.
