Laura Newberry
Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles, CA, United States
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Parts of the Southland under excessive heat warning with temperatures up to 108 expected
Southern California is set to see its highest temperatures of the year this weekend as an oppressive heat wave blankets much of the state. → Read More
How reiki taps into our sense of connection with the world around us
Let's take a look at a growing practice as Americans increasingly seek non-Western forms of healing. → Read More
How tarot can be used to understand ourselves: An interview with social worker Jessica Dore
Jessica Dore, a licensed social worker and author, discusses blending psychology and spirituality through tarot. → Read More
Why group therapy can be such a powerful tool for growth
Group therapy can be an important tool for people dealing with all kinds of challenges, including grief, racism and oppression, substance use and mental health conditions. → Read More
Transgender youth are suffering because of discriminatory politics. Here's how to support these kids
As some lawmakers seek to restrict gender-affirming care, experts say our support and advocacy can go a long way toward helping young transgender people. → Read More
It's been gloomy in the Southland. Can May Gray make you feel depressed?
Exploring summertime sadness with two experts on seasonal depression. → Read More
It's common to dream about dead loved ones. How do these dreams help us through our grief?
In this week's newsletter, we'll explore theories on why we have so-called “grief dreams,” what forms they can take, and what they can tell us about our waking life. → Read More
How to talk to your boss about your mental health (but only if you really need to)
Workplace attitudes about mental health are changing, but plenty of hurdles remain. A Group Therapy reader askes how we can navigate these murky waters. → Read More
Exploring the idea of post-traumatic growth
Exploring the idea of post-traumatic growth and what it can — and can't — do for us with researcher Eranda Jayawickreme. → Read More
Why many people are diagnosing themselves with autism and ADHD
For our third and final piece in our series on neurodivergence, we’ll explore what people stand to gain through self-diagnosis, criticism that’s been leveled at people who’ve chosen to do so, and when it may be necessary to seek a professional assessment. → Read More
Autism and ADHD often go hand-in-hand. What's it like to have 'AuDHD'?
Around 22% to 83% of autistic children meet the criteria for ADHD and, conversely, 30% to 65% of children with ADHD have significant autistic traits. → Read More
Protesters disrupt talk by archaeologist Richard Hansen at L.A. Times Festival of Books
Melee breaks out as protesters rush stage to protest talk by archaeologist Richard Hansen at L.A. Times Festival of Books. → Read More
Autism awareness really is growing, but harmful misconceptions still remain
As April is Autism Acceptance Month, known by some as Autism Awareness Month, let’s take some time to understand autism and misconceptions that still persist. → Read More
Feeling seen & safe: Is your therapist the right fit for you?
Research shows that a client’s relationship with their therapist matters at least as much as the treatment method. → Read More
L.A. County residents without power since Friday ask why the city can't do better
An estimated 46,000 Los Angeles County residences were still without power Sunday night, according to the L.A. Department of Water and Power → Read More
Suspect arrested in Seal Beach hit-and-run that injured 5
The suspect was taken into custody and booked on suspicion of felony hit-and-run with serious bodily injury, according to the Seal Beach Police Department. → Read More
Two killed in small plane crash in Northern California
The crash happened along Dog Bar Road near Colfax — a small city northeast of Sacramento — about 1:30 p.m., according to the Nevada County Sheriff's Office. → Read More
The loneliness of being immunocompromised in the age of COVID-19
Three years into the COVID-19 pandemic, many Americans have returned to social activities that were too risky in the early days of the virus. But, as the coronavirus remains active in every city in the country, people who are immunocompromised continue having to make hard, and often isolating, choices. → Read More
Have a mental health question? Send us your queries for our mental health newsletter
With the new year upon us, we are looking to answer your questions about mental health. We'll answer them in our newsletter Group Therapy. → Read More
Activists protest Griffith Park Pony Rides on the attraction's final weekend
After more than 70 years, the Los Angeles declined to extend the lease of the Griffith Park Pony Rides. The decision followed protests by animal welfare activists who claimed the ponies were overworked and neglected. → Read More