The 25-year-old singer’s concerts will be preceded by inspirational speeches and group therapy and wellness workshops by CAST Centers to promote dialogue about mental health. Lovato is an alumna and co-owner of the Los Angeles mental health and wellness treatment center and was a patient in 2011. She had offered such services during her and Nick Jonas’ Future Now tour in 2016.

“It’s basically like a therapy session before the concerts and we have speakers from all over and we’re also helping out with different charities from around the country,” Lovato said on Good Morning America on Wednesday. “So it’ll be an incredible, very moving and inspiring experience.”

“I want to do this because one, it was such an incredible experience the last time we did this on tour,” Lovato said. “I’ve actually met people that go to CAST because they went to CAST on tours and realized they needed to get sober or they needed to better themselves in some other way and it’s changed lives and I want to be able to do that again. It’s a part of my whole…life, about giving back and I think it’s really important that I continue to do this while I’m on tour.”

Lovato has in the past spoken out about her battles with bipolar disorder, eating disorders and addiction. Last March, the singer celebrated five years of sobriety.

“I make it my life goal to inspire other people,” Lovato said on Good Morning America. “I think that it’s important for me to use my voice for more than just singing. I just know how important it is to use my platform to help others and to share my story in hopes that it inspires people to either get into recovery or better themselves. Whatever it is, I just want people to know they’re not alone and I’m here for them.”‘

“I think it’s really important to take away the stigma of mental illness,” she added. “I actually have bipolar disorder and I’m very open about that because I think that mental health affects so many people and we need to take the stigma away from it.”

Lovato’s Tell Me You Love Me tour, featuring DJ Khaled and Kehlani, begins on February 26 in San Diego.

This article originally appeared in E News.

The post Demi Lovato’s 2018 Tour to Include Free Therapy for Fans appeared first on Positive Celebrity News, Good Celebrity Gossip, Positive Entertainment News | Good Celebrity.

Along with stars like Emma Stone, James Franco, Ryan Reynolds, and Amanda Seyfried; we know Demi Lovato to be a huge advocate of mental health.

In 2011, the 25-year-old singer was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and has openly discussed her struggles with the condition. She has since actively participated in movements that spread awareness of the disease by working with organizations like Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance, Mental Health America, National Council for Behavioral Health, and JED.

Today, Demi used her influence again to bring this advocacy further ahead with a new program she’s leading as the Global Citizen mental health ambassador. She represents GC and teams up with Save the Children to help the children in Iraq who have been displaced by war.

Announcing her partnership with GC, Demi said in a Facebook post “My hope is that this program can bring a bit of comfort to those who need the most. This isn’t about politics or race or religion. It’s simply about humanity and protecting one another.” she continued.

Demi is working hand in hand with Save the Children’s Healing and Education through the Arts program, also known as HEART, to provide “psychosocial support for children affected by serious or chronic stress (using) the arts to help children process and communicate feelings related to their experiences” according to its website.

Last July, she spoke at the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia about the nation’s lack of resources for mental health treatment. “We can do better. Every one of us can make a difference by getting educated on this epidemic and its frightening statistics and by breaking the stigma,” she said. Demi is unstoppable and we couldn’t be happier.

Positive stories like this are what makes us tick! We’re always looking for partners that feel the same way about good news!

Stay linked to Good Celebrity for all the breaking celebrity news headlines and stories about people doing good! And don’t miss our exclusive interviews, all right here on our YouTube page.

The post Demi Lovato Uses Her Influence to Help Displaced Kids in Iraq appeared first on Positive Celebrity News, Good Celebrity Gossip, Positive Entertainment News | Good Celebrity.

Case in point, a recent Instagram post in which she celebrated five years of sobriety. Lovato shared the stats of her clean life (which amounts to 60 months, 1,827 days, and 43,813 hours) as well as an inspiring and faith-based message.

“So grateful. It’s been quite the journey,” she wrote in the caption of the photo, which she posted on March 15.

“So many ups and downs. So many times I wanted to relapse but sat on my hands and begged God to relieve the obsession. I’m so proud of myself but I couldn’t have done it without my higher power (God), my family, friends, and everyone else who supported me. Feeling humbled and joyful today. Thank you guys for sticking by my side and believing in me,” she continued.

So grateful. It’s been quite the journey. So many ups and downs. So many times I wanted to relapse but sat on my hands and begged God to relieve the obsession. I’m so proud of myself but I couldn’t have done it without my higher power (God), my family, friends, and everyone else who supported me. Feeling humbled and joyful today. Thank you guys for sticking by my side and believing in me.

A post shared by Demi Lovato (@ddlovato) on Mar 15, 2017 at 3:36pm PDT

Lovato hit a low point as an 18-year-old in 2010 when her dependency on cocaine forced her to check into rehab. She was at the peak of her Disney Channel fame at the time and touring with the Jonas Brothers. Lovato’s addiction led to her abrupt departure from the tour and her decision to seek help.

She revealed her struggle with addiction, which also included filling soda bottles with vodka, to Access Hollywood in 2013.

“I couldn’t go without 30 minutes to an hour without cocaine and I would bring it on airplanes,” she said, adding “I would smuggle it basically and just wait until everyone in first class would go to sleep and I would do it right there. I’d sneak to the bathroom and I’d do it,” she said.

Lovato is no stranger to opening up about difficult issues. In the past, she shared her battle with bulimia and frequently promotes positive body images for women.

She also recently signed on to headline a charity concert to benefit the organization, Musicians on Call, which brings live and recorded music to hospital patients.

Stay linked to Good Celebrity for all the breaking celebrity news headlines and stories about people doing good!

(Photo credit: Instagram)

The post Demi Lovato Celebrates Five Years of Sobriety in Heartfelt Instagram Post appeared first on Positive Celebrity News, Good Celebrity Gossip, Positive Entertainment News | Good Celebrity.

WE Day is an annual celebration that brings together good celebrities and shines a spotlight on spreading positivity throughout the world. Stars are getting ready for the charitable celebration, which takes place on Sunday (August 28).

Famous faces including Charlize Theron, Demi Lovato, Selena Gomez, Seth Rogen, Big Sean, Natalie Portman, Jennifer Hudson, Zooey Deschanel, Ciara, Common, Tyrese Gibson, Kermit the Frog will take part in the live broadcast this weekend, inspiring Americans to get involved in the WE Movement.

According to WE, the movement inspires people to change the world. The nonprofit encourages everyone to the the WE Pledge with a $10 donation. This contribution goes towards development programs in the US and around the world.

“I’m proud to be a part of the WE Movement—part of a community made up of world-changers who are coming together to make a lasting, positive impact across America and the world,” Demi said in a press release.

“WE Day will unite and inspire Americans, reminding them that there is so much good and love in the world. I live WE every day and believe that by supporting one another we can truly change the world together.”

WE Day also celebrates youth by showcasing people who are making a difference in their local and global communities through WE Schools. This yearlong program inspires young people and gives them the tools to create transformational social change.

“I pledge to live WE—working to ensure that every girl around the world has access to an education,” said Portman, a WE Ambassador, in a statement.

“We can all make a difference by the choices that we make, our actions and intentions, and by the way we treat and support others. By pledging to live WE, Americans are committing to join a collective community that is making better choices, spreading love, not hate, and working together to make the world a better place. I am honored to be a part of the WE Movement and believe that change is within each of us and that together we can change the world.”

WE Day airs live on ABC on Sunday at 7 pm EST.

“Everyone is invited to take part in the WE Movement and take the WE Pledge, whether you’re a parent looking for support in raising caring and compassionate children, or a young person looking to take action in your own backyard,” said Craig Kielburger, co-founder of WE.

“Being empowered to change the world is what WE Day and the WE Movement are all about, and taking the pledge is where it all begins —encouraging everyone to join together and make a lasting impact on issues they care about.”

Photo Credit: ABC_Getty Images

The post Good Celebrities Gear Up for WE Day 2016 appeared first on Positive Celebrity News, Good Celebrity Gossip, Positive Entertainment News | Good Celebrity.

Free the Children works internationally to help children of any background achieve their highest potential. The charity educates, engages and empowers youth around the world to remove education barriers and break the poverty cycle. Demi’s donation specifically went to the charity’s Adopt a Village foundation, which helps the charity to empower communities to lift themselves out of poverty.

DONATE to Free The Children

Her donation raised more than $15,000. One of the items up for bid was the beautiful Alexander Wang dress that Demi wore during her Skyscraper music video. Many of the fans felt this dress should stay with Demi, as they thought it was a great symbol of overcoming her battle with depression. Ultimately, Demi bought the dress back herself, donating $6,100 to the charity to keep the dress in her own possession.

Though the auction was two years ago, it’s relevant now because Demi is about to have another auction! More details will come soon, but the Demi Lovato Charity Boutique recently announced via Facebook that a new auction is set for some time this September. We can’t wait to find out more!

DLCB is back and will be having another auction in September- more details to follow soon!! Thanks for all the support during the last 6 mos

— Demi Lovato Boutique (@Demiboutique) August 3, 2015

To find out more about the Free The Children charity, visit freethechildren.com. To keep up to date about the latest happenings and events with Demi’s Charity Boutique, follow their Twitter @DemiBoutique or keep following Good Celebrity for more updates!

The post Raid Demi Lovato’s Closet For Charity! appeared first on Positive Celebrity News, Good Celebrity Gossip, Positive Entertainment News | Good Celebrity.