Couples Therapy

I found this show fascinating. We start by listening the the four couples state what their conflicts are. It is easy to take sides at this point. Then, episode by episode, the therapist leads them to dive deep into what is causing the behavior and it is an amazing process. It becomes clear how past experiences/traumas are creating the self-sabotaging behavior in the present. Makes one wonder what one may be burying in oneself...?

Anyone who has ever been in any therapy-couples or otherwise-should appreciate this show. People communicate differently, patterns get established, feelings are hurt. Some people need to talk "right now" when there's a problem in their relationship, and others need to stew for a while. This show captured it all. I was in couples therapy with my ex and, much later, my spouse. What I learned in the first go around definitely helped me become a better person and partner and what I learned in the second did even more of the same-and helped save my marriage. But you have to be open to recognizing your patterns, changing your behaviors, and listening. I think the four couples focused on are all very compelling. Personally, I liked DeSean and Elaine best because their issues were so relatable, but Mau and Annie are enigmatic and fascinating. I also liked this show because it really represents contemporary people in NYC very well: therapy is not for the rich, it is for everyone. The therapist is very good and I enjoyed seeing her discuss her concerns with her mentor. There were a lot of surprises with how things turned out with the couples. This is as real as it gets and it was a pleasure watching some of the individuals have moments of clarity in their sessions because that's how it happens in therapy. Sometimes you just see the light and realize something crucial. Loved this show and I hope it comes back.

It's like every viewer receives free therapy by watching other couples voice your own issues. It's an incredibly well done show, and I am so bummed that it's over! WHY??

Fascinating to watch. We can all identify with some of the issues discussed. Orna is phenomenal and it's beautiful to see how some of these couples commit to freeing themselves from all the resentment, learning (and being willing) to change and compromise in order to find happiness again. It also shows what sessions are like from the therapist's perspective as we get to see Orna in session with her own counselor. A must watch.

My husband and I use your show to talk about topics that we may not discuss otherwise-it has brought us closer and wiser. Thank you.