Couples Therapy

Couples Therapy

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Canceled First aired 23/Mar/2012 United States English 6 season(s) 76 episode(s)
A reality-tv show where 5 celebrity couples in rocky relationships each season would stay in a big mansion together with continous meetings with psychologists and experts in the field led by Dr. Jenn Mann to try to sort their relationship problems as well as personal ones.

The 2 couples that spawned the most controversy in media were the tumultious relationship beween rapper DMX and Tashera Simmons plus actor Doug Hutchinson (The Green Mile) and wife and fame-seeker Courtney Stodden (they stood out alot due to Courtney being 17 turning 18 when the show was filmed while Doug was 52).

Some a-list celebs appeared (Too Short, Treach from Naughty By Nature, Jenna Jameson, Scott Stapp from Creed, JoJo from K-Ci and JoJo and Ghostface Killah for instance).

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Season 6 · Season 6
10 episode(s) · Air date: 07/Oct/2015
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S6E10
Love Is The Answer
Air date: 09/Dec/2015 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

The group discusses what they've learned and lay down the deal-breakers for their relationships. Scott surprises Jaclyn. Carmen realizes a childhood dream when Adrian finally gives her the wedding she's always wanted.

Summary

The group discusses what they've learned and lay down the deal-breakers for their relationships. Scott surprises Jaclyn. Carmen realizes a childhood dream when Adrian finally gives her the wedding she's always wanted.

S6E9
Let's Talk About Sex
Air date: 02/Dec/2015 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

The group dishes about their sex lives and Dr. Jenn offers surprising advice. Carmen gets quizzed on the details of being trans, and the group gets an anatomy lesson. Adrian surprises Carmen with a question she never expected.

Summary

The group dishes about their sex lives and Dr. Jenn offers surprising advice. Carmen gets quizzed on the details of being trans, and the group gets an anatomy lesson. Adrian surprises Carmen with a question she never expected.

S6E8
Remembrance Of Things Past
Air date: 18/Nov/2015 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

The group focuses on how the couples’ personal histories have affected their current relationships. After examining the past, the group engages in an action-packed therapeutic exercise to extinguish old feelings.

Summary

The group focuses on how the couples’ personal histories have affected their current relationships. After examining the past, the group engages in an action-packed therapeutic exercise to extinguish old feelings.

S6E7
The Power Exchange
Air date: 11/Nov/2015 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

This week's group session focuses on who holds the power in each relationship. Then, the couples must try to reverse these roles. Later, Neil surprises Big Ang for their anniversary to show her just how much he’s changed.

Summary

This week's group session focuses on who holds the power in each relationship. Then, the couples must try to reverse these roles. Later, Neil surprises Big Ang for their anniversary to show her just how much he’s changed.

S6E6
Putting Out Fires Without Getting Burned
Air date: 04/Nov/2015 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Joe returns to the house, addressing rumors that were spread in his absence. While the rest of the house adjusts to the changes, Adrian and Carmen get heated when Carmen discovers a suspicious text.

Summary

Joe returns to the house, addressing rumors that were spread in his absence. While the rest of the house adjusts to the changes, Adrian and Carmen get heated when Carmen discovers a suspicious text.

S6E5
Joe and Kaylin Return
Air date: 28/Oct/2015 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

The group discusses members of the house who aren’t taking advantage of therapy. After breakdowns and breakthroughs, the house is surprised with the news that Joe and Kaylin will be returning.

Summary

The group discusses members of the house who aren’t taking advantage of therapy. After breakdowns and breakthroughs, the house is surprised with the news that Joe and Kaylin will be returning.

S6E4
Gene Therapy
Air date: 21/Oct/2015 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Legal issues cause one couple to leave, triggering a range of emotions from the rest of the house. Later, a DNA expert shows up to test the couples genetic compatibility.

Summary

Legal issues cause one couple to leave, triggering a range of emotions from the rest of the house. Later, a DNA expert shows up to test the couples genetic compatibility.

S6E3
Texts, Lies, And Tampon-Gate
Air date: 14/Oct/2015 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

The couples must face the issues they fear are the biggest threats to their relationships and Big Ang reveals that she suspects her husband Neil of hiring a hooker. Later, the couples must work at solving problems together.

Summary

The couples must face the issues they fear are the biggest threats to their relationships and Big Ang reveals that she suspects her husband Neil of hiring a hooker. Later, the couples must work at solving problems together.

S6E2
Enter The Drama
Air date: 07/Oct/2015 · Time: 23:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

A new couple arrives at the house for therapy. Joe Budden and Kaylin Garcia of Love & Hip Hop just happen to be fan favorites of cast member Carmen Carrera, but is she ready to share her relationship issues with them?

Summary

A new couple arrives at the house for therapy. Joe Budden and Kaylin Garcia of Love & Hip Hop just happen to be fan favorites of cast member Carmen Carrera, but is she ready to share her relationship issues with them?

S6E1
The Journey Begins
Air date: 07/Oct/2015 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Four new celebrity couples check into an intensive couple’s retreat to work on their rocky relationships with relationship therapist Dr. Jenn Mann.

Summary

Four new celebrity couples check into an intensive couple’s retreat to work on their rocky relationships with relationship therapist Dr. Jenn Mann.

Season 5 · Season 5
10 episode(s) · Air date: 10/Sep/2014
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S5E10
Fighting 'Till The End
Air date: 12/Nov/2014 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Jenna, John and Dr. Jenn visit Jenna's mother's grave. Juan Pablo and Nikki, along with Jenna and John, realize that they are ready to take the next step in their relationships. Treach and Cicely are on the brink of breaking up.

Summary

Jenna, John and Dr. Jenn visit Jenna's mother's grave. Juan Pablo and Nikki, along with Jenna and John, realize that they are ready to take the next step in their relationships. Treach and Cicely are on the brink of breaking up.

S5E9
Meatball Problems
Air date: 05/Nov/2014 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Treach has to decide if he is willing to let his father into his life again. Deena mentions she wants Chris to get a new job, which ends up infuriating him. Dr. Jenn surprises Jenna with life changing information.

Summary

Treach has to decide if he is willing to let his father into his life again. Deena mentions she wants Chris to get a new job, which ends up infuriating him. Dr. Jenn surprises Jenna with life changing information.

S5E8
Decision Time
Air date: 29/Oct/2014 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Nikki and Juan Pablo are at a crossroads in their relationship. Cicely tells Nikki how she really feels about her. Meanwhile, Treach finds out some news about his father, who has been absent from his life for about 30 years.

Summary

Nikki and Juan Pablo are at a crossroads in their relationship. Cicely tells Nikki how she really feels about her. Meanwhile, Treach finds out some news about his father, who has been absent from his life for about 30 years.

S5E7
Reflections Of The Past
Air date: 22/Oct/2014 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

In this week's group session the couples reveal their childhood traumas. Later, Dr. Jenn plans an activity that allows the couples to release their aggression. Nikki and Juan Pablo get into a huge argument involving everyone.

Summary

In this week's group session the couples reveal their childhood traumas. Later, Dr. Jenn plans an activity that allows the couples to release their aggression. Nikki and Juan Pablo get into a huge argument involving everyone.

S5E6
I've Got The Power
Air date: 15/Oct/2014 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Evel admits to the cast that he has a life threatening disease and they have a very surprising response. Treach and Cicely are still mad with each other, while Nikki is still reeling over Juan Pablo not telling her he loves her.

Summary

Evel admits to the cast that he has a life threatening disease and they have a very surprising response. Treach and Cicely are still mad with each other, while Nikki is still reeling over Juan Pablo not telling her he loves her.

S5E5
The Truth Is Out There
Air date: 08/Oct/2014 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Dr. Jenn shakes things up with the group by bringing in a trust expert to the house. This sends the couples spinning in their relationships, each feeling burned and upset by their partner.

Summary

Dr. Jenn shakes things up with the group by bringing in a trust expert to the house. This sends the couples spinning in their relationships, each feeling burned and upset by their partner.

S5E4
Called Out
Air date: 01/Oct/2014 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Dr. Jenn is upset with both Nikki and Jenna for not fully committing to the process, so she brings everybody into group to scold the pair. Evel and Stephanie disagree about sharing a life-altering secret with the group.

Summary

Dr. Jenn is upset with both Nikki and Jenna for not fully committing to the process, so she brings everybody into group to scold the pair. Evel and Stephanie disagree about sharing a life-altering secret with the group.

S5E3
Under The Microscope
Air date: 24/Sep/2014 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Group therapy brings up many topics revolving around trust in a time when social media is so prevalent in society. Because of her animosity towards the therapy process, Dr. Jenn is furious with Nikki and the two go head to head.

Summary

Group therapy brings up many topics revolving around trust in a time when social media is so prevalent in society. Because of her animosity towards the therapy process, Dr. Jenn is furious with Nikki and the two go head to head.

S5E2
Death Trap
Air date: 17/Sep/2014 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

The couples join Dr. Jenn in an intense group therapy session where they all reveal some of the most hurtful moments in their relationship. A new couple arrives.

Summary

The couples join Dr. Jenn in an intense group therapy session where they all reveal some of the most hurtful moments in their relationship. A new couple arrives.

S5E1
A Fresh Start
Air date: 10/Sep/2014 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Four new celebrity couples check into therapy with Dr. Jenn Berman. One couple has been the source of public scrutiny this past year, and they immediately get judged by the other couples in the house.

Summary

Four new celebrity couples check into therapy with Dr. Jenn Berman. One couple has been the source of public scrutiny this past year, and they immediately get judged by the other couples in the house.

Season 4 · Season 4
18 episode(s) · Air date: 02/Jan/2014
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S4E10
Final Goodbye
Air date: 06/Mar/2014 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

The group ends their journey with a romantic boat ride, and they all reflect on their time and what they've learned. Jon surprises Liz with a gift she will never forget.

Summary

The group ends their journey with a romantic boat ride, and they all reflect on their time and what they've learned. Jon surprises Liz with a gift she will never forget.

S4E9
Fired Up
Air date: 27/Feb/2014 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Sada and her father have a heartfelt session together. Dr. Jenn brings in one of Farrah's ex-boyfriends. Taylor talks about her daughter. The group participates in a special activity to let out their past demons.

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Sada and her father have a heartfelt session together. Dr. Jenn brings in one of Farrah's ex-boyfriends. Taylor talks about her daughter. The group participates in a special activity to let out their past demons.

S4E8
Repeating The Same Patterns
Air date: 20/Feb/2014 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Dr. Jenn begins this week’s group session by letting the couples know that they will be discussing past trauma and how it affects their current relationships.

Summary

Dr. Jenn begins this week’s group session by letting the couples know that they will be discussing past trauma and how it affects their current relationships.

S4E7
Crumbs Of Love
Air date: 13/Feb/2014 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

After meeting with Ghost and Latrice, Kelsey makes it clear she wants nothing to do with Ghost. Dr. Jenn has the couples participate in a compatibility test and when Jon and Liz learn they have failed they threaten to leave.

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After meeting with Ghost and Latrice, Kelsey makes it clear she wants nothing to do with Ghost. Dr. Jenn has the couples participate in a compatibility test and when Jon and Liz learn they have failed they threaten to leave.

S4E6
Get Real
Air date: 06/Feb/2014 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Dr. Jenn brings Farrah in for an emotional and revealing therapy session about her past. Ghost and Kelsey sit down with Dr. Jenn and are joined by Ghost's other woman Latrice, which needless to say, does not go well.

Summary

Dr. Jenn brings Farrah in for an emotional and revealing therapy session about her past. Ghost and Kelsey sit down with Dr. Jenn and are joined by Ghost's other woman Latrice, which needless to say, does not go well.

S4E5
Player For Life
Air date: 30/Jan/2014 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

In group therapy, the couples discuss their sex lives. Dr. Jenn discovers Sada was raised in a tumultuous household and is bringing it into her relationship with Whitney. Ghost tells Kelsey that he has another woman on the side.

Summary

In group therapy, the couples discuss their sex lives. Dr. Jenn discovers Sada was raised in a tumultuous household and is bringing it into her relationship with Whitney. Ghost tells Kelsey that he has another woman on the side.

S4E4
Fess Up
Air date: 23/Jan/2014 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Farrah admits that a big reason she has trouble connecting with people is because of her parents. Whitney gets upset when she catches Sada flirting with Ghost. Liz discovers Jon in a compromising position.

Summary

Farrah admits that a big reason she has trouble connecting with people is because of her parents. Whitney gets upset when she catches Sada flirting with Ghost. Liz discovers Jon in a compromising position.

S4E3
New Couple Controversy
Air date: 16/Jan/2014 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

In group, Dr. Jenn calls Taylor out for her rude behavior the night prior. Ghostface's offensive comments cause Kelsey to storm out of therapy in tears. Jon Gosselin and his girlfriend Liz join the house as the newest couple.

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In group, Dr. Jenn calls Taylor out for her rude behavior the night prior. Ghostface's offensive comments cause Kelsey to storm out of therapy in tears. Jon Gosselin and his girlfriend Liz join the house as the newest couple.

S4E2
Love Hurts
Air date: 09/Jan/2014 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

The couples dive into their first group therapy session, where they each discuss the darkest moments in their past relationships and how that impacts them today. Dr. Jenn has a revealing session with Farrah about her "sex tape".

Summary

The couples dive into their first group therapy session, where they each discuss the darkest moments in their past relationships and how that impacts them today. Dr. Jenn has a revealing session with Farrah about her "sex tape".

S4E1
Therapy Begins
Air date: 02/Jan/2014 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

This season begins with a new group of celebrity couples with extreme issues coming to therapy with Dr. Jenn Berman. Shockingly, one of the women is stood up by her boyfriend at the last minute as she arrives alone.

Summary

This season begins with a new group of celebrity couples with extreme issues coming to therapy with Dr. Jenn Berman. Shockingly, one of the women is stood up by her boyfriend at the last minute as she arrives alone.

Season 3 · Season 3
18 episode(s) · Air date: 12/Jun/2013
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S3E15
315
Air date: 12/May/2023 · Time: 20:00 · Runtime: 30 min
Summary

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.

Summary

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.

S3E10
Season Finale
Air date: 21/Aug/2013 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Joe and Abbey decide to leave the house in the Season 3 finale. Also: The couples have final dates, reflect on their experiences and look ahead to their futures.

Summary

Joe and Abbey decide to leave the house in the Season 3 finale. Also: The couples have final dates, reflect on their experiences and look ahead to their futures.

S3E9
Tying Up Loose Ends
Air date: 14/Aug/2013 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

A body-language expert conducts a session and unearths harsh truths. Elsewhere, Joe and Dustin square off in an escalating altercation.

Summary

A body-language expert conducts a session and unearths harsh truths. Elsewhere, Joe and Dustin square off in an escalating altercation.

S3E6
Fear Of The Future
Air date: 24/Jul/2013 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Catelyn is heartbroken following a shattering development and reaches out to Dr. Jenn for help. Meanwhile, drama mounts when Liz takes a pregnancy test.

Summary

Catelyn is heartbroken following a shattering development and reaches out to Dr. Jenn for help. Meanwhile, drama mounts when Liz takes a pregnancy test.

S3E5
Echoes From The Past
Air date: 17/Jul/2013 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

A group session about the past's impact on present relationships takes an emotional course. Included: Flav, Abbey and Catelynn shed light on their personal stories.

Summary

A group session about the past's impact on present relationships takes an emotional course. Included: Flav, Abbey and Catelynn shed light on their personal stories.

S3E3
Love, by the Numbers
Air date: 26/Jun/2013 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

The couples explore trust issues with an exercise that stirs up emotions and drama. Also: A couple arrive at therapy; and fascinating background information is revealed to Joe.

Summary

The couples explore trust issues with an exercise that stirs up emotions and drama. Also: A couple arrive at therapy; and fascinating background information is revealed to Joe.

S3E1
Couples Therapy Begins
Air date: 12/Jun/2013 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Season 3 opens with therapist Jenn Berman helping a new contingent of high-profile couples. Here, an argument jeopardizes one couple's relationship before therapy even begins.

Summary

Season 3 opens with therapist Jenn Berman helping a new contingent of high-profile couples. Here, an argument jeopardizes one couple's relationship before therapy even begins.

Season 2 · Season 2
10 episode(s) · Air date: 03/Oct/2012
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S2E10
Season Finale
Air date: 28/Nov/2012 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

With only two days left until the couples complete therapy and leave the house, Dr. Jenn and her staff work frantically to tie up any loose ends. One of the couples decides to reaffirm their love with an unexpected wedding.

Summary

With only two days left until the couples complete therapy and leave the house, Dr. Jenn and her staff work frantically to tie up any loose ends. One of the couples decides to reaffirm their love with an unexpected wedding.

S2E9
Final Confrontations
Air date: 21/Nov/2012 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

With only a few days left at Couples Therapy, some of the couples have found themselves on a slippery slope as things seem to be getting much worse before they start to get better.

Summary

With only a few days left at Couples Therapy, some of the couples have found themselves on a slippery slope as things seem to be getting much worse before they start to get better.

S2E8
Putting Love to the Test
Air date: 14/Nov/2012 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Courtney and Doug return to the house, and although they swear that they are returning with an open heart, not everyone in the house is buying it.

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Courtney and Doug return to the house, and although they swear that they are returning with an open heart, not everyone in the house is buying it.

S2E6
Playing By the Rules
Air date: 31/Oct/2012 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

During an intense process group focused on childhood trauma, Alex and Tiny share their heartbreaking stories, but when Courtney refuses to be authentic about her own experiences, the group gangs up on her out of frustration.

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During an intense process group focused on childhood trauma, Alex and Tiny share their heartbreaking stories, but when Courtney refuses to be authentic about her own experiences, the group gangs up on her out of frustration.

S2E5
Power Dynamics
Air date: 24/Oct/2012 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Nik threatens to leave therapy because he feels Shayne is isolating herself and unwilling to take part in the process. Doug and Courtney get a wake-up call when Dr. Jenn decides to implement a new house rule.

Summary

Nik threatens to leave therapy because he feels Shayne is isolating herself and unwilling to take part in the process. Doug and Courtney get a wake-up call when Dr. Jenn decides to implement a new house rule.

S2E4
Exposing the Real Issues
Air date: 21/Oct/2012 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Because of the limited amount of time that Courtney, a minor, can legally be allowed to spend at the treatment center, Doug must do without her during a couples yoga session, which causes him to become upset. Berman speaks to the group about trust, during which Courtney reveals that she still desires friendship from her ex-boyfriend, but romance from Doug. Dow and Berman talk to Tiny and JoJo about his alcoholism, but JoJoe remains obstinate.

Summary

Because of the limited amount of time that Courtney, a minor, can legally be allowed to spend at the treatment center, Doug must do without her during a couples yoga session, which causes him to become upset. Berman speaks to the group about trust, during which Courtney reveals that she still desires friendship from her ex-boyfriend, but romance from Doug. Dow and Berman talk to Tiny and JoJo about his alcoholism, but JoJoe remains obstinate.

S2E3
Communication Issues
Air date: 17/Oct/2012 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Continuing from the previous episode, Berman convinces a distraught Shayne to stay. In Process Group, Berman talks to the couples about the lies that they have used to maintain lives as public figures. Nik apologies to Doug for his prior language, but tension between them continues. Tiny attempts to talk to JoJo about his alcoholism, but he dismisses her concerns. Alex McCord and Simon van Kempen explore their relationship problems, but end up fighting over them. Berman and Tom Carouso observe communication difficulties in Alex and Simon, who bicker over minutiae but do not discuss specific issues regarding their relationship, and Doug and Courtney, who have trouble speaking due to Courtney's tendency to become distracted. Todd struggles with whether he can maintain his public image as a womanizer while staying in a committed, monogamous relationship.

Summary

Continuing from the previous episode, Berman convinces a distraught Shayne to stay. In Process Group, Berman talks to the couples about the lies that they have used to maintain lives as public figures. Nik apologies to Doug for his prior language, but tension between them continues. Tiny attempts to talk to JoJo about his alcoholism, but he dismisses her concerns. Alex McCord and Simon van Kempen explore their relationship problems, but end up fighting over them. Berman and Tom Carouso observe communication difficulties in Alex and Simon, who bicker over minutiae but do not discuss specific issues regarding their relationship, and Doug and Courtney, who have trouble speaking due to Courtney's tendency to become distracted. Todd struggles with whether he can maintain his public image as a womanizer while staying in a committed, monogamous relationship.

S2E2
Opening Up
Air date: 10/Oct/2012 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

On the first night of Couples Therapy, the drama surrounding Courtney Stodden and Doug Hutchison’s controversial marriage continues when Doug demands an apology from Nik for calling him a child molester.

Summary

On the first night of Couples Therapy, the drama surrounding Courtney Stodden and Doug Hutchison’s controversial marriage continues when Doug demands an apology from Nik for calling him a child molester.

S2E1
Couples Therapy Begins
Air date: 03/Oct/2012 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Relationship expert Dr. Jenn Berman and her staff of therapists welcome the celebrity couples to an intense program designed to fix even the most troubled relationships.

Summary

Relationship expert Dr. Jenn Berman and her staff of therapists welcome the celebrity couples to an intense program designed to fix even the most troubled relationships.

Season 1 · Season 1
10 episode(s) · Air date: 23/Mar/2012
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S1E10
The COVID Special
Air date: 13/Dec/2020 · Runtime: 56 min
Summary

One-hour documentary special follows expert couples therapist Dr. Orna Guralnik as she and her patients wrestle with the ‘new normal’ of Covid-19 and the enforcement of stay-at-home orders. As cultural tensions, political unrest and the global pandemic push couples to their breaking points, the limits of remote therapy are put to the test.

Summary

One-hour documentary special follows expert couples therapist Dr. Orna Guralnik as she and her patients wrestle with the ‘new normal’ of Covid-19 and the enforcement of stay-at-home orders. As cultural tensions, political unrest and the global pandemic push couples to their breaking points, the limits of remote therapy are put to the test.

S1E9
109
Air date: 01/Nov/2019 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 28 min
Summary

Lauren and Sarah make a choice about their future. Alan and Evelyn find a path forward. Elaine and DeSean feel a shift. Orna feels the weight of her work, and marvels at how bizarre her profession is. Finale.

Summary

Lauren and Sarah make a choice about their future. Alan and Evelyn find a path forward. Elaine and DeSean feel a shift. Orna feels the weight of her work, and marvels at how bizarre her profession is. Finale.

S1E8
Season Finale
Air date: 09/May/2012 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

As Couples Therapy comes to an end, Dr. Jenn and her staff do their best to help the couples resolve their relationship issues once and for all. Vienna has an emotional reunion with her ex boyfriend Lee that forces Dr. Jenn to make a drastic decision. Linda confronts her mother Gail over her lack of support for Charley, and Tashera asks Dr. Jenn for help finding closure with DMX. The couples have an emotional final group session, and that evening one of them pops a very important question.

Summary

As Couples Therapy comes to an end, Dr. Jenn and her staff do their best to help the couples resolve their relationship issues once and for all. Vienna has an emotional reunion with her ex boyfriend Lee that forces Dr. Jenn to make a drastic decision. Linda confronts her mother Gail over her lack of support for Charley, and Tashera asks Dr. Jenn for help finding closure with DMX. The couples have an emotional final group session, and that evening one of them pops a very important question.

S1E7
Following Your Heart
Air date: 02/May/2012 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Linda Hogan meets with Dr. Jenn to discuss her future with Charley, and the fact that her mother does not support their relationship. Dr. Jenn helps Vienna process her feelings for her ex boyfriend Lee, and they decide that the best course of action is to be honest with Kasey, and to meet with Lee to find out where he stands. Kasey does not take it well, and things take a turn for the worse when Lee arrives.

Summary

Linda Hogan meets with Dr. Jenn to discuss her future with Charley, and the fact that her mother does not support their relationship. Dr. Jenn helps Vienna process her feelings for her ex boyfriend Lee, and they decide that the best course of action is to be honest with Kasey, and to meet with Lee to find out where he stands. Kasey does not take it well, and things take a turn for the worse when Lee arrives.

S1E6
Putting Love to the Test
Air date: 25/Apr/2012 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

DMX has a heartbreaking reunion with his estranged mother and confronts her about abandoning him when he was a boy. Chris's manager Nicole flies in from New York to address Angelina's allegations that she's in love with Chris, and a trip to an engagement ring store stirs up some romantic feelings in Vienna, but her feelings are not for Kasey.

Summary

DMX has a heartbreaking reunion with his estranged mother and confronts her about abandoning him when he was a boy. Chris's manager Nicole flies in from New York to address Angelina's allegations that she's in love with Chris, and a trip to an engagement ring store stirs up some romantic feelings in Vienna, but her feelings are not for Kasey.

S1E5
Childhood Trauma
Air date: 18/Apr/2012 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

At this stage in Couples Therapy, Dr. Jenn and her staff start to look closer at the underlying causes of the couples' relationship issues, which often stem from childhood trauma. In an emotional group session, Angelina opens up about her tumultuous childhood and her trust issues with men, Reichen talks about being bullied in grade school for being gay, and DMX shares a horrific story of abuse that has clearly shaped the way he treats women to this day. Angelina's trust issues are tested when Chris receives a questionable card from his manager, and DMX struggles with the idea of facing his estranged mother after Dr. Jenn recommends they reunite and attempt to reconcile.

Summary

At this stage in Couples Therapy, Dr. Jenn and her staff start to look closer at the underlying causes of the couples' relationship issues, which often stem from childhood trauma. In an emotional group session, Angelina opens up about her tumultuous childhood and her trust issues with men, Reichen talks about being bullied in grade school for being gay, and DMX shares a horrific story of abuse that has clearly shaped the way he treats women to this day. Angelina's trust issues are tested when Chris receives a questionable card from his manager, and DMX struggles with the idea of facing his estranged mother after Dr. Jenn recommends they reunite and attempt to reconcile.

S1E4
Fighting Fairly
Air date: 11/Apr/2012 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

There's a saying in relationship therapy that things often get worse before they get better, and that's exactly what happens for the couples as they approach the half way point in Couples Therapy. A war between Chris and Angelina erupts once again, this time because of Chris's sexual frustration and an alleged hidden cell phone Angelina has smuggled onto the facility. We learn just how much Reichen and Rodiney have both hurt one another when they finally begin to open up about their painful past, and just when it seems as though Vienna and Kasey are making healthy progress, their relationship unravels, and this time, it may not be repairable.

Summary

There's a saying in relationship therapy that things often get worse before they get better, and that's exactly what happens for the couples as they approach the half way point in Couples Therapy. A war between Chris and Angelina erupts once again, this time because of Chris's sexual frustration and an alleged hidden cell phone Angelina has smuggled onto the facility. We learn just how much Reichen and Rodiney have both hurt one another when they finally begin to open up about their painful past, and just when it seems as though Vienna and Kasey are making healthy progress, their relationship unravels, and this time, it may not be repairable.

S1E3
Rebuilding Trust
Air date: 04/Apr/2012 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

Tashera struggles to keep DMX from quitting Couples Therapy as he continues to rebel against the strict rules of the facility. Linda Hogan's trust in Charley is put to the test when she reads his Facebook page. Kasey finds a text message on Vienna's cell phone from another guy she's been dating, which sets off an emotional group session, and ultimately leads Kasey to a heartbreaking personal breakthrough, but Vienna's reaction to Kasey's breakthrough threatens to destroy their fragile relationship once and for all.

Summary

Tashera struggles to keep DMX from quitting Couples Therapy as he continues to rebel against the strict rules of the facility. Linda Hogan's trust in Charley is put to the test when she reads his Facebook page. Kasey finds a text message on Vienna's cell phone from another guy she's been dating, which sets off an emotional group session, and ultimately leads Kasey to a heartbreaking personal breakthrough, but Vienna's reaction to Kasey's breakthrough threatens to destroy their fragile relationship once and for all.

S1E2
Opening Up
Air date: 28/Mar/2012 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

The first night of Couples Therapy explodes with an intense fight between rapper DMX and his estranged wife Tashera. Things are no better between Angelina from MTV's Jersey Shore and her boyfriend celebrity chef Chris Nirschel, who argue in the middle of the night and well into the morning. Dr. Jenn and Dr. Mike are able to calm the couples down and accomplish some meaningful therapy in a group session, and that afternoon a new couple arrives that adds an interesting dynamic to the group. Later, after an intense and emotional therapy session, DMX refuses to attend a mandatory group session, and lashes out at Dr. Jenn and the camera crews.

Summary

The first night of Couples Therapy explodes with an intense fight between rapper DMX and his estranged wife Tashera. Things are no better between Angelina from MTV's Jersey Shore and her boyfriend celebrity chef Chris Nirschel, who argue in the middle of the night and well into the morning. Dr. Jenn and Dr. Mike are able to calm the couples down and accomplish some meaningful therapy in a group session, and that afternoon a new couple arrives that adds an interesting dynamic to the group. Later, after an intense and emotional therapy session, DMX refuses to attend a mandatory group session, and lashes out at Dr. Jenn and the camera crews.

S1E1
Couples Therapy Begins
Air date: 23/Mar/2012 · Time: 22:00 · Runtime: 60 min
Summary

From the producers of "Celebrity Rehab with Dr Drew," "Couples Therapy" is the first reality show to examine firsthand the real life experiences of a group of buzzed-about couples. For some of these couples, living under constant scrutiny from the media and fans makes it increasingly hard for them to stay together and VH1 wants to see why they can't seem to go the distance. These five couples at a crossroads in their relationships will join together for 21 days as they undergo intensive relationship therapy. Under the guidance of Dr. Jenn Berman, a nationally renowned relationship therapist, the couples will participate in group and individual therapy along with relationship exercises out in the "real world" to see if they can rekindle the love they used to have for one another -- or if it's simply time for them to move on.

Summary

From the producers of "Celebrity Rehab with Dr Drew," "Couples Therapy" is the first reality show to examine firsthand the real life experiences of a group of buzzed-about couples. For some of these couples, living under constant scrutiny from the media and fans makes it increasingly hard for them to stay together and VH1 wants to see why they can't seem to go the distance. These five couples at a crossroads in their relationships will join together for 21 days as they undergo intensive relationship therapy. Under the guidance of Dr. Jenn Berman, a nationally renowned relationship therapist, the couples will participate in group and individual therapy along with relationship exercises out in the "real world" to see if they can rekindle the love they used to have for one another -- or if it's simply time for them to move on.

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