It looks like more hard times are ahead for Catelynn Lowell and Tyler Baltierra.
According to Radar Online, the Baltierras have checked into an in-patient couple-oriented therapy program in a last-ditch effort to save their marriage.
Catelynn has been to rehab several times over the course of the past two years, and while she’s made progress with her mental health, insiders say she and Tyler both continue to struggle daily.
Now, it seems they’ve decided that in order to make their marriage work, they’ll both need to address their mental health issues with the help of professionals.
Here’s what we know about the situation thus far:
Better Days
For years, Tyler and Catelynn were the most stable couple in all of the Teen Mom franchise.
Hard Times
Sadly, a combination of difficult times, past trauma, and latent mental health issues all combined to put the Baltierras’ marriage to the test in a major way.
The Domino Effect
Both Tyler and Catelynn have been diagnosed with various mental illnesses that are at least partially the result of their traumatic upbringings.
Tragedy Strikes
When Catelynn suffered a miscarriage, the tragedy triggered a downward spiral that prompted her to check into rehab multiple times.
A Double-Edged Sword
Tyler did his best to be a supportive spouse, but as is so often the case with this sort of thing, Catelynn’s illness and frequent absences eventually began to take a toll.
Stepping Up
Tyler took care of the couple’s daughter and visited Catelynn in Arizona as often as possible. But eventually, it all became too much …
Demons of His Own
Tyler is battling bipolar disorder and other mental health issues, and it seems the burden eventually became too much to bear on his own.
Taking a Break
Earlier this year, Catelynn and Tyler decided to take a break, but they eventually agreed to give their marriage another shot.
Calling It Quits
“They definitely did take a break for a very short amount of time, privately,” a source tells Radar.
A Last Resort
“They did it just to figure things out so Cate could find out who she is outside her mental illness,” the insider claims
Making It Work
Now, Tyler and Catelynn have reportedly checked into an inpatient rehab center together in hopes of working out their relationship issues.
Setting The Record Straight
Catelynn’s father has spoken out on the matter, confirming that Tyler and Catelynn have checked into a facility together, but denying that it’s a rehab center.
Counseling, Not Rehab
“It’s couple’s counseling for a week,” David Lowell tells Radar Online.
Brushing Up
“They are just brushing up on some therapy,” David adds before emphasizing that his daughter is “not back in treatment.”
Call It What You Want
Whatever the case, the insider says Cate and Tyler have taken some much-needed time to focus on their mental health and their relationships.
Slowly But Surely
The insider tells Radar that the Baltierras are “working on their relationship” and “slowly getting to a better place.”
Sudden Changes
Tyler recently lost 45 pounds and took to social media to show off his weight loss. This being 2018, fans across the internet jumped to ridiculous conclusions.
Revenge Body?
Many assumed that this was Tyler’s “revenge body” and/or his way of re-entering the singles world. It’s a ridiculous leap, but to be fair, there were other signs of trouble …
A Baltierra No More
Catelynn recently changed her Instagram display name back to her maiden name. These days, her profile reads “Catelynn Baltierra” once again. We wish these two all the best as they continue to repair their marriage.