Joyce Brothers

Joyce Brothers (1927–2013) was an American psychologist, television personality, and advice columnist widely known as “Dr. Joyce Brothers.” Trained as a psychologist, she became a prominent public voice on mental health and everyday problems through mass media. Brothers gained national recognition for bringing psychological topics to general audiences in an accessible, practical style. Over decades, she appeared frequently on television and wrote advice columns that addressed relationships, family life, and personal well-being. Her work helped normalize conversations about therapy and emotional health in American popular culture. Remembered for her calm, direct manner, she remained a familiar media presence for much of the late twentieth century.