Earlier this month, hundreds of women attended the Essence Women's Conference in New York City, as we focused on empowering Black women through an inspiring all-day workshop. The conference was led by Essence's own beauty, finance and relationship editors, and featured appearances by experts like Dr. Michelle Callahan, Lloyd Boston, Lisa Wu Hartwell, and many more. Our cameras captured some of the women present as they focused on achieving personal best -- in style.
- 11/29/2010
- Essence
Developmental psychologist Dr. Michelle Callahan weighs in on types of treatment Disney star may be seeking.
By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Christina Garibaldi
Demi Lovato
Photo: Jesse Grant/ WireImage
As soon as news broke late Monday night that Demi Lovato was seeking treatment for "emotional and physical issues," fans began leaving inspirational messages for the Disney star. And that's a good thing, according to Dr. Michelle Callahan, a relationship expert, coach and developmental psychologist.
Lovato getting help (and allowing the news to be made public) will certainly help her fans through their own issues, Callahan, who does not treat Lovato, told MTV News.
"It's very refreshing to hear that Disney is supporting her," Callahan said. "I think her fans really appreciate what she's going through and I think the fact that she's reaching out for help is such a great thing for young people to see, to know that it's not something that's Ok.
By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Christina Garibaldi
Demi Lovato
Photo: Jesse Grant/ WireImage
As soon as news broke late Monday night that Demi Lovato was seeking treatment for "emotional and physical issues," fans began leaving inspirational messages for the Disney star. And that's a good thing, according to Dr. Michelle Callahan, a relationship expert, coach and developmental psychologist.
Lovato getting help (and allowing the news to be made public) will certainly help her fans through their own issues, Callahan, who does not treat Lovato, told MTV News.
"It's very refreshing to hear that Disney is supporting her," Callahan said. "I think her fans really appreciate what she's going through and I think the fact that she's reaching out for help is such a great thing for young people to see, to know that it's not something that's Ok.
- 11/3/2010
- MTV Music News
'I said to myself, 'I'm never gonna date someone like my dad,' ' she says on '20/20.'
By Jayson Rodriguez
Diane Sawyer and Rihanna
Photo: ABC/ Ida Mae Astute
Rihanna was reflective and revealing throughout her "20/20" interview with Diane Sawyer on Friday night (November 6) as she spoke about her relationship with Chris Brown and explained that abuse was also a part of her upbringing, much like her former boyfriend's.
"I said to myself, 'I'm never gonna date someone like my dad,' " Rihanna told Sawyer. "Never."
The singer said her father was severely abusive to her mother in the past and hit her "numerous" times. She said she would unsuccessfully try to break up their fights, attempting to distract the pair by breaking glasses and dishes in the kitchen. The singer said her father even broke her mother's nose.
Rihanna painted the picture of her and Brown's early...
By Jayson Rodriguez
Diane Sawyer and Rihanna
Photo: ABC/ Ida Mae Astute
Rihanna was reflective and revealing throughout her "20/20" interview with Diane Sawyer on Friday night (November 6) as she spoke about her relationship with Chris Brown and explained that abuse was also a part of her upbringing, much like her former boyfriend's.
"I said to myself, 'I'm never gonna date someone like my dad,' " Rihanna told Sawyer. "Never."
The singer said her father was severely abusive to her mother in the past and hit her "numerous" times. She said she would unsuccessfully try to break up their fights, attempting to distract the pair by breaking glasses and dishes in the kitchen. The singer said her father even broke her mother's nose.
Rihanna painted the picture of her and Brown's early...
- 11/7/2009
- MTV Music News
'If this can happen to Chris Brown and Rihanna, then it can happen to anyone,' Callahan says.
By Jayson Rodriguez, with reporting by Sway Calloway
Dr. Michelle Callahan
Photo: MTV News
One result of Chris Brown and Rihanna's experience this year, from the assault to the aftermath, is that it has helped to open up a dialogue among young people to discuss domestic abuse in teen relationships.
"It's important for anyone to know that if this can happen to Chris Brown and Rihanna, then it can happen to anyone," Dr. Michelle Callahan, a developmental psychologist, told MTV News in a discussion for "Chris Brown: The Interview." "Domestic violence happens in all neighborhoods, regardless of income, city or rural — it doesn't matter, this can happen to anyone at any time. So it's important for kids to also know: Don't be ashamed. Don't be embarrassed. If you're going through something like...
By Jayson Rodriguez, with reporting by Sway Calloway
Dr. Michelle Callahan
Photo: MTV News
One result of Chris Brown and Rihanna's experience this year, from the assault to the aftermath, is that it has helped to open up a dialogue among young people to discuss domestic abuse in teen relationships.
"It's important for anyone to know that if this can happen to Chris Brown and Rihanna, then it can happen to anyone," Dr. Michelle Callahan, a developmental psychologist, told MTV News in a discussion for "Chris Brown: The Interview." "Domestic violence happens in all neighborhoods, regardless of income, city or rural — it doesn't matter, this can happen to anyone at any time. So it's important for kids to also know: Don't be ashamed. Don't be embarrassed. If you're going through something like...
- 11/6/2009
- MTV Music News
'I don't want to be that person,' he tells Sway during 'Chris Brown: The Interview.'
By Jayson Rodriguez
Chris Brown
Photo: MTV News
Chris Brown opened up about his assault on former girlfriend Rihanna during the MTV News special "Chris Brown: The Interview" on Friday (November 6), elaborating on his destructive behavior, explaining his previous apologies and describing his ongoing therapy sessions.
Brown told MTV News correspondent Sway that he has finally come to terms with the fact that he was capable of such violence.
"I think you'd be in denial and be totally naive not to," he said. "And not being able to realize and own up to the fact of your own wrongs. I mean, me, I've come to terms with it and I'm working on it. ... For that moment or whatever had me at that place, I want to erase that from what my character is.
By Jayson Rodriguez
Chris Brown
Photo: MTV News
Chris Brown opened up about his assault on former girlfriend Rihanna during the MTV News special "Chris Brown: The Interview" on Friday (November 6), elaborating on his destructive behavior, explaining his previous apologies and describing his ongoing therapy sessions.
Brown told MTV News correspondent Sway that he has finally come to terms with the fact that he was capable of such violence.
"I think you'd be in denial and be totally naive not to," he said. "And not being able to realize and own up to the fact of your own wrongs. I mean, me, I've come to terms with it and I'm working on it. ... For that moment or whatever had me at that place, I want to erase that from what my character is.
- 11/6/2009
- MTV Music News
Twentieth TV is giving a trial run to "Wedlock or Deadlock," a spinoff from its syndicated courtroom program "Divorce Court."
The half-hour show starring psychologist and relationship expert Dr. Michelle Callahan, will debut July 20 for a six-week test on the Fox TV Stations in New York, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Tampa, Phoenix, Orlando and Memphis.
"Wedlock or Deadlock," based on the "Divorce Court" segment, features an engaged couple that has serious concerns about their relationship. They share their hopes and fears with Callahan who ultimately gives them her blessing or tears up their marriage license.
"Wedlock or Deadlock" is exec produced by Dave Brown.
A test run on the Fox TV Stations has become a preferred rollout pattern for new syndicated series. It was used for "The Wendy Williams Show" last year and is also in use for "Beyond Twisted" this summer.
The half-hour show starring psychologist and relationship expert Dr. Michelle Callahan, will debut July 20 for a six-week test on the Fox TV Stations in New York, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Tampa, Phoenix, Orlando and Memphis.
"Wedlock or Deadlock," based on the "Divorce Court" segment, features an engaged couple that has serious concerns about their relationship. They share their hopes and fears with Callahan who ultimately gives them her blessing or tears up their marriage license.
"Wedlock or Deadlock" is exec produced by Dave Brown.
A test run on the Fox TV Stations has become a preferred rollout pattern for new syndicated series. It was used for "The Wendy Williams Show" last year and is also in use for "Beyond Twisted" this summer.
- 6/17/2009
- by By Nellie Andreeva
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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