In a bold move that's equal parts compassionate and comically over-the-top, Taylor Swift has announced that her upcoming world tour will feature mandatory therapy sessions for fans immediately following each concert. Dubbed 'Swiftie Soul Soothers,' these sessions aim to address the all-too-real phenomenon of post-show emotional crashes, where fans plummet from euphoric highs to existential lows faster than you can say 'Shake It Off.'

According to tour insiders, the idea stemmed from Swift's own experiences with fan feedback. 'Taylor noticed that after every show, social media floods with posts about how life feels meaningless without her on stage,' said a source close to the singer. 'So, she's turning arenas into temporary therapy hubs, complete with licensed counselors, tissue boxes, and playlists of her saddest songs to cry to.'

Fans attending the concerts will be required to sign up for a 15-minute slot as part of their ticket purchase. Options include group hugs, one-on-one venting about unrequited crushes inspired by 'All Too Well,' or even role-playing exercises where participants pretend to be Taylor's best friend. One fan, who wished to remain anonymous, gushed, 'It's genius! Now I won't have to ugly-cry alone in my car on the way home.'

Critics, however, are raising eyebrows at the added cost. Therapy sessions come with a premium ticket upgrade, priced at an extra $50, because apparently, emotional support isn't free in the Swift universe. 'It's like paying for the privilege of processing your feelings,' quipped one music blogger. 'Next thing you know, she'll charge for breathing her air.'

Swift's team defends the initiative as a step towards mental health awareness. 'In a world where concerts can feel like emotional rollercoasters, we're providing the safety net,' a spokesperson said. Rumor has it that special guest therapists might include celebrities who've survived their own heartbreaks, though no names have been confirmed yet.

As the tour kicks off, arenas worldwide are preparing by stocking up on comfort items like weighted blankets and herbal teas. One venue manager joked, 'We've handled mosh pits and pyrotechnics, but group therapy? That's a new level of crowd control.'

Whether this turns concerts into cathartic experiences or just another merch opportunity remains to be seen. But one thing's for sure: Swifties are ready to bare their souls, one teary confession at a time.