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Couples Therapy

  • TV-MA
  • 2019–
  • 5 seasons
  • Documentary
  • 7.5

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Far from reality-show caricatures, this is true documentary filmmaking that brings viewers into the authentic and visceral experience of weekly therapy with four couples. World-class therapist Dr. Orna Guralnik deftly guides the couples through the minefield of honest confrontation with each other and with themselves, revealing the real-life struggles — and extraordinary breakthroughs — typically hidden behind closed doors.

Episodes

18 episodes
  1. 1301

    30 minMay 13, 2022

    Dr. Orna Guralnik meets four new couples. Ping and Will navigate the challenges of an open relationship. Molly wonders whether her marriage to Josh can withstand their “scar tissue.” India and Dale grapple with grievances after the arrival of a new baby. Cyn questions her monogamous life with Yaya. Season premiere.

  2. 2302

    30 minMay 13, 2022

    Ping traces her problems with Will to a recent trip he took. Cyn opens up about a childhood trauma. India lashes out against feelings of judgment by Dale. Molly reveals the incidents that nearly broke her marriage to Josh.

  3. 3303

    30 minMay 20, 2022

    Molly admits past betrayals that have pushed Josh away. Orna explores Yaya’s lack of response to Cyn’s provocations. Dale traces his discomfort with conflict to his father. Orna leads Ping and Will out of a stalemate.

  4. 4304

    30 minMay 20, 2022

    Ping and Will disclose the roots of their dynamic. Orna guides India to a truth about herself. Molly begins to understand Josh in a new light. A recent fight between Cyn and Yaya brings a moment of clarity.

  5. 5305

    30 minMay 27, 2022

    Josh reveals a childhood experience that echoes his relationship with Molly. Cyn and Yaya’s weekend trip brings them closer. Orna helps Ping reckon with her self-destructive instincts.

  6. 6306

    30 minMay 27, 2022

    Yaya’s recent uninhibitedness reawakens Cyn’s interest. A burst of intimacy causes Molly to question how long this happy moment with Josh can last. Ping’s newfound growth is met with skepticism by Will. A heated argument at a friend’s house tests India and Dale’s bond.

  7. 7307

    30 minJun 3, 2022

    Cyn and Yaya share a surprising development. Orna and Dale investigate his aversion to India’s expressions of anger. A minor squabble between Molly and Josh leads to an explosive revelation.

  8. 8308

    30 minJun 3, 2022

    Orna confronts Will about his lack of engagement with Ping. Molly and Josh deal with the fallout from their previous session. A startling comment from Cyn threatens her renewed connection to Yaya.

  9. 9309

    30 minJun 10, 2022

    Ping and Will face the truths uncovered in their sessions. India and Dale share revealing insights about their work with Orna. Cyn and Yaya emerge from their recent setback with a new vitality. Josh confronts his fears about opening up and reaches a fresh understanding about his relationship with Molly. Season finale.

  10. 10310

    30 minApr 28, 2023

    Four new couples begin sessions. Brock & Kristi unpack their Mormon upbringing. Josh struggles with Natasha's lack of intimacy. Christine transitions to a poly relationship one with Nadine. Sean shows Orna the meaning of the word gaslighting.

  11. 11311

    30 minApr 28, 2023

    Christine's PTSD surfaces. Josh's sexual frustration boils over. Erica reveals her resentment. Brock struggles with Kristi's betrayal.

  12. 12312

    30 minMay 5, 2023

    A misunderstanding sends Nadine into an emotional state. Orna struggles with Sean. Brock & Kristi's conflicts emerge.

  13. 13313

    30 minMay 5, 2023

    Natasha reveals her deepest fears. Kristi sheds light on Brock's betrayal. Orna reaches her limit with Sean.

  14. 14314

    30 minMay 12, 2023

    Orna shifts her methods with Sean & Erica. Brock reveals a childhood wound. Nadine & Christine attempt a new relationship dynamic.

  15. 15315

    30 minMay 12, 2023

    Brock & Kristi struggle to get on the same page. Orna helps Josh to make a connection. Nadine comes clean about her feelings for another lover.

  16. 16316

    29 minMay 19, 2023

    Brock and Kristi return from a blissful vacation. Orna has a breakthrough with Sean. Josh and Natasha make a surprising turn.

  17. 17317

    28 minMay 19, 2023

    Christine learns the roots of her resentment. Erica connects with Sean. Brock and Kristi reach a breaking point.

  18. 18318

    28 minMay 26, 2023

    As their sessions come to a close, some couples emerge with a sense of clarity and optimism around their relationships. Season finale.

Where to watch Couples Therapy

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Series cast

Orna GuralnikSelf - Clinical Psychologist64 episodes
Dr. Virginia GoldnerSelf - Orna's Clinical Advisor19 episodes

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