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Guest Column: Investing in Mental Health Creates a Sustainable, Profitable Music Industry

This guest post argues that the music industry, particularly labels and management, must take a more active role in supporting artists' mental health to ensure a more sustainable and profitable future.

Variety Music·Jun 4, 2026·via Variety Music

Guest Column: Investing in Mental Health Creates a Sustainable, Profitable Music Industry

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Jun 4, 2026 6:00am PT

Investing in Mental Health Will Create a More Sustainable and Profitable Music Industry (Guest Column)

By Jem Aswad

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Jem Aswad

Executive Editor, Music

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The issue of mental health in the music industry , and the roles labels, management and other companies can play in helping to keep artists healthy, has been a point of contention for many years. This guest post advocates strongly for a more involved and evolved role for the industry.

Dr. Aprilia West PsyD, MT, PCC is a licensed clinical psychologist, executive coach, trainer and author and a music industry veteran in private practice in Los Angeles. She has 20+ years of niche experience working with artists, creatives, teams, and leaders spanning the entertainment industry, tech, Fortune 500 companies, U.S. Members of Congress, and advocacy campaigns.