![An illustration in pencil shows a therapist on the screen of a laptop. The therapist is an o lder woman and crosses her fingers in front of her face as she smiles. Her eyes are concealed by thick glasses. The screen glitch es and momentarily shows part of another woman's face. Behind her on the wall are two certificates, one inver t ed, that say "DO NOT COPY." A tiny patient is drawn lying on a couch on top of the laptop's keyboard , surrounded by floating question marks.](https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/07/02/29517025-a811-4355-9cbd-643a29b6f600/thumbnail/640x360/accc1fa8fee0c0c819bfeeff652ea92b/2024-06-28-fake-therapist.jpg?v=57e8061b2038d609da26e467de5ddfb8#)
Fake therapist fooled hundreds online until she died, state records say
A Florida woman with no training in mental health services pretended to be a licensed social worker during online therapy sessions with Brightside Health patients.
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A Florida woman with no training in mental health services pretended to be a licensed social worker during online therapy sessions with Brightside Health patients.
The family of Grayson Murray said their son was loved and he is resting peacefully now.
Actor Taye Diggs is opening about a mental health condition that has affected his younger sister Christian: schizophrenia, which impacts how a person thinks, feels and behaves.
Stress is hard to avoid, but experts say getting outdoors can have a positive impact on both our mental and physical health.
Two sources briefed on the situation told CBS News the agent spouted gibberish, was speaking incoherently and provoked another officer physically.
After drought and Texas' largest-ever wildfire, many farmers are facing a "total wipeout" that could force many to leave generations-old land behind.
From the Ozempic "ripple effect" to health tech and more, experts share their predictions for 2024 wellness trends.
On average, a staggering 132 Americans kill themselves every single day. Experts say addressing this major public health crisis requires ending the shame that can be attached to talking about mental health struggles, which prevents those suffering from finding help.
While the number of suicide deaths reached a record high last year, the provisional data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention showed a hopeful decrease in younger age groups.
Get drained from Zoom meetings? You're not alone — and a recent study showed video calls can prompt physical signs of stress in the body. Here's how to avoid "Zoom fatigue."
Health care workers are reporting a significant increase in harassment and mental health issues, compared to before the COVID pandemic, in new survey data published by the CDC.
Mental health experts say the three-digit number has made help more accessible than before.
Respite programs offer a homelike, nurturing environment for people coping with a mental health crisis — like "a bed-and-breakfast facility for emotional distress."
Some states have significantly higher rates of depression than others, a new report finds.
Experts believe the increases are a result of several factors, including social media, the COVID-19 pandemic and limited access to mental health services.
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter's dementia diagnosis was announced as former President Jimmy Carter continues to receive hospice care.
"We're going to create an entire generation of people with increased mental health problems," one psychologist warned.
Mental health disclosures can help counter false beliefs around conditions and minimize stereotypes, one expert says, while other health disclosures can bring visibility and reduce stigma.
The 26-year-old actor discussed the impact the challenging role of his new series "The Crowded Room" has had on his personal life.
A survey from Nemours KidsHealth is sounding the alarm about children's worries, including how the pandemic fueled anxiety for some young people. Here's what parents can do to help.
The bill would also require children ages 13 to 17 to receive parental consent to create a social media account.
Katarina Blom, psychologist and co-host on the new series "The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning" explains the mental health impact of this style of decluttering, which aims to refresh homes and hearts.
Experts say parents should keep an eye out for a sudden drop in grades, self-isolating, a short temper and changes in eating or sleeping habits.
The Pennsylvania senator talks about his "downward spiral" that led to a diagnosis of major depression, how his health scare affected his family, and his reasons for feeling hopeful for the future.
Suicide accounts for between 60-65% of all gun deaths annually in the U.S. Three states have passed legislation allowing people who fear they may become suicidal to place themselves on a "do not sell" list, to block their purchase of a gun.
Firefighters in Colorado Springs responded to 20 firework-related fires on and around the Fourth of July.
The Colorado State Patrol, alongside 66 law enforcement agencies across the state, will be adding extra patrols to watch out for impaired drivers.
Fire crews responded to dozens of fires, including several house fires and grass fires.
President Biden will participate in a campaign event in Madison, Wisconsin, on Friday afternoon before taping an interview with ABC.
Employers added 206,000 jobs last month and the unemployment rate edged higher to 4.1%.
Firefighters in Colorado Springs responded to 20 firework-related fires on and around the Fourth of July.
The Colorado State Patrol, alongside 66 law enforcement agencies across the state, will be adding extra patrols to watch out for impaired drivers.
Fire crews responded to dozens of fires, including several house fires and grass fires.
There are simply few options for Colorado's growing Denver metro area population and that means people and cars parking along highways and in neighborhoods.
The Elliott family built "Artillery World Fireworks" just north of the Colorado and Wyoming border in an effort to sell fireworks to Coloradans that are otherwise illegal to sell in the centennial state.
Fire crews in the Denver metro area responded to dozens of fires on the Fourth of July and overnight into Friday.
Colorado tech companies, community colleges and universities have come together to ensure the state is a leader in the next tech revolution.
The "Field of Dreams" event brings athletes of all abilities together to experience team sports thanks to the Beautiful Lives Project.
With runoff running a little longer this year, there was a question, between the water levels and the tubing ordinances in Golden, just how busy the Fourth of July would be.
One Colorado mental health clinic offers treatment to help people who are struggling while also eliminating the cost for those who otherwise would not be able to afford it.
It's the dawn of a new era at the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest. Patrick Bertoletti is the new men's champion, and Miki Sudo set a new record and retained the women's division title.
Nuggets first round draft pick DaRon Holmes II offers a tremendous amount of versatility to a Denver roster that is going to look different next season.
Wimbledon is underway, and while millions will watch the tennis tournament from the comfort of home, it takes a bit more dedication to get courtside.
Simone Biles is heading back to the Olympics along with Jordan Chiles, Jade Carey, Hezley Rivera and Suni Lee.
Dick Vitale announced that a biopsy of a lymph node in his neck showed cancer.
President Biden will participate in a campaign event in Madison, Wisconsin, on Friday afternoon before taping an interview with ABC.
Employers added 206,000 jobs last month and the unemployment rate edged higher to 4.1%.
A person with a gun who authorities say was making threats in Yellowstone National Park died after a shootout with park rangers, officials said in a statement.
Hatch has received two reports of people being shocked after plastic on the product's AC power adapter came off.
It's the dawn of a new era at the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest. Patrick Bertoletti is the new men's champion, and Miki Sudo set a new record and retained the women's division title.
President Biden will participate in a campaign event in Madison, Wisconsin, on Friday afternoon before taping an interview with ABC.
Jurors are expected to have the case by the end of next week.
The president honored Philip Shadrach and George Wilson for their "gallantry and intrepidity" during the "Great Locomotive Chase" of 1862.
As the case enters a new phase, experts remain skeptical that former President Donald Trump's 11th-hour effort to overturn his conviction will be successful.
Many of the victims and the families of those who were attacked in the Jan. 6, 2021, siege of the Capitol are sharing their frustration and anger with the Supreme Court.
The Town of Windsor has closed Windsor Lake due to harmful algae blooms.
Another year of Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest means a lot of calories consumed. Here's the breakdown.
Hatch has received two reports of people being shocked after plastic on the product's AC power adapter came off.
Jefferson County Public Health announced that the first case of tularemia has been found in a Wheat Ridge resident.
A case of H5 influenza, also known as bird flu or avian influenza, has been confirmed in a man who was working at a dairy farm in northeastern Colorado.
Employers added 206,000 jobs last month and the unemployment rate edged higher to 4.1%.
Hatch has received two reports of people being shocked after plastic on the product's AC power adapter came off.
Canada's Hudson's Bay Company, which owns Saks Fifth Avenue and other retailers, is buying 117-year-old Neiman Marcus.
Grocery stores like Food Lion, Kroger, Publix and Whole Foods will be open on Independence Day but Costco, FedEx and UPS will be closed.
The Littleton location of the Alamo Drafthouse is unionizing and union organizers allege the company fired supervisors after asking them to spy on organizers.
Last week was scorching hot in Colorado, so many people were staying indoors and cranking up the air conditioning.
The University of Denver is launching a new certificate program to address affordable housing needs in Colorado.
Right now, Coloradans are struggling to make ends meet, and a nonprofit in Denver is providing opportunities to change that.
From blazers to shoes, women of all shapes and sizes enjoyed a free shopping spree. Some were even able to get a makeover.
This week Denver city officials celebrated the opening of 49 new affordable condos in the Five Points neighborhood.