Akothee, the celebrated Kenyan singer and entrepreneur, has recently hinted that not everything is well in her life as she disclosed that she is currently undergoing therapy and healing in private. In a candid revelation on social media, Akothee opened up about the challenges she has been facing and the toll it has taken on her emotional and physical well-being.
The 43-year-old artist, who tied the knot with her Mzungu husband, Denis Schweizer, in a glamorous wedding ceremony in April, has been the subject of breakup rumors. Fans became concerned when they noticed that Akothee and Denis were no longer following each other on social media platforms.
Their wedding was a lavish and star-studded affair, attended by prominent politicians and celebrities, making it the talk of the town. Following the extravagant celebration, Akothee announced that she was taking a break from social media to concentrate on her marriage and revealed plans for a second wedding in Switzerland in July, which, unfortunately, did not come to fruition.
Akothee’s recent revelation sheds light on the challenges she has been grappling with behind the scenes. She confessed to seeking therapy to cope with the emotional turmoil she has been experiencing. The artist shared that she has been paying a hefty fee of KSh 50,000 per hour for counseling sessions as part of her healing journey.
In her heartfelt post, Akothee described the trauma she went through after discovering unsettling truths that left her deeply shaken. She recalled moments of extreme emotional distress, during which she went without food and sleep, constantly questioning and tormenting herself.
“I have come out of a very dangerous zone, and I have been healing in private,” Akothee shared. “I am in my second month of therapy. The trauma I went through after finding out the truth and some ugly stuff left me shaking. I went for days without food and no sleep, questioning and answering myself. It has been very heavy some days, a night will just break into a day with me looking outside the window gazing at nothing. I would be shaking for reasons I can’t explain…”
Despite her public persona, Akothee confessed that she had been putting on a brave face and pretending that everything was okay, even though deep down, she was struggling. She expressed her gratitude to her ex-manager, her children, and a select group of friends who stood by her during this challenging period.
“Nellyoaks has been on speed dial,” Akothee noted. “He would call me nonstop and would panic when my phone went off. My children equally, especially the girls, made sure we FaceTime just to check if I was okay. Rue followed me to Europe in fear of losing me, babysitted me until I could stand on my feet.”
Akothee has asked for privacy as she continues her healing journey, emphasizing the importance of self-care and well-being. A quick check on Instagram revealed that she and Denis Schweizer no longer follow each other, fueling speculation about the status of their relationship.
As fans and well-wishers express their concern and support for Akothee, her story serves as a reminder that even those in the public eye may grapple with personal struggles, and it is essential to prioritize mental and emotional health.