I'm so happy to be back from my break and ready to bring weekly episodes! YBT missed 4 RHOC eps while on break so this episode is a recap of all four episodes. YBT provides her signature clinical interpretations and hot takes on it all!TW: discussion of body image, disordered eating and orthorexiaPlease leave the podcasts a 5 Star reviewYour Bish Therapist YouTube channel is now featuring membership subscriptions. To subscribe, click this link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu8bmVPTlWANg5v7rGRJjow?sub_confirmation=1To join Spreaker Supporters club for bonus episodes during season breaks: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-bish-therapist--6065109/supportTo find links to all YBT content: https://linktr.ee/yourbishtherapistPodcast website page: https://www.spreaker.com/show/your-bish-therapist  Disclaimer: Posts are not intended to diagnose, treat or provide medical advice. Your Bish Therapist (YBT) is for entertainment and informational purposes only. The podcast, my opinions, and posts, are my own and are not associated with past or present employers, any organizations, Bravo TV, Grey Heart productions or any other television network. The information in YBT podcast and on its social media is provided for general informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or treat. Please do not act or refrain from acting based on anything you read, see, or hear on YBT, podcast or associated social media. Communicating with YBT via email, and/or social media does not form a therapeutic alliance. Melissa, operator of YBT, is unable to provide any therapeutic advice, treatment or feedback.

Hello everybody and welcome back to the season 3 premiere of Your Bish Therapist Podcast!! In the first half of the episode, YBT and Mandy talk RHOC. Specifically, the nuances and spectrum of addiction is discussed. YBT outlines a theory that Shannon, Vicki and Tamra have gotten themselves into a drama triangle, followed by discussion about what on earth this means!TW: Discussion of addiction, enabling and co-dependency are discussed throughout. Following this, Mandy and Melissa revisit their previous podcast about engaging in the 2024 election, by discussing ways to get involved, affect change at local levels and ways to advocate for human rights. Mandy uses a level headed and compassionate approach as she shares sage wisdom and feedback on how to navigate it all.Please check out Mandy’s podcast “is this real life?” where she talks all things housewives and BravoPlease leave the podcasts a 5 Star reviewYour Bish Therapist YouTube channel is now featuring membership subscriptions. To subscribe, click this link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu8bmVPTlWANg5v7rGRJjow?sub_confirmation=1To join Spreaker Supporters club for bonus episodes during season breaks: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-bish-therapist--6065109/supportTo find links to all YBT content: https://linktr.ee/yourbishtherapistPodcast website page: https://www.spreaker.com/show/your-bish-therapist  Disclaimer: Posts are not intended to diagnose, treat or provide medical advice. Your Bish Therapist (YBT) is for entertainment and informational purposes only. The podcast, my opinions, and posts, are my own and are not associated with past or present employers, any organizations, Bravo TV, Grey Heart productions or any other television network. The information in YBT podcast and on its social media is provided for general informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or treat. Please do not act or refrain from acting based on anything you read, see, or hear on YBT, podcast or associated social media. Communicating with YBT via email, and/or social media does not form a therapeutic alliance. Melissa, operator of YBT, is unable to provide any therapeutic advice, treatment or feedback.

This bonus episode is a giant THANK YOU for listening and supporting YBT. YBT shares some personal health updates and explains reasons for breaks in between seasons. YBT also shares plans and hopes for the future of YBT, and provides a full episode description of all 41 episodes of YBT podcast. Lastly, YBT shares ways to continue to listen to episodes during breaks and links to subscriptions are belowPlease leave the podcasts a 5 Star reviewYour Bish Therapist YouTube channel is now featuring membership subscriptions. To subscribe, click this link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu8bmVPTlWANg5v7rGRJjow?sub_confirmation=1To join Spreaker Supporters club for bonus episodes during season breaks: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-bish-therapist--6065109/support  To find links to all YBT content: https://linktr.ee/yourbishtherapistDisclaimer: Posts are not intended to diagnose, treat or provide medical advice. Your Bish Therapist (YBT) is for entertainment and informational purposes only. The podcast, my opinions, and posts, are my own and are not associated with past or present employers, any organizations, Bravo TV, Grey Heart productions or any other television network. The information in YBT podcast and on its social media is provided for general informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or treat. Please do not act or refrain from acting based on anything you read, see, or hear on YBT, podcast or associated social media. Communicating with YBT via email, and/or social media does not form a therapeutic alliance. Melissa, operator of YBT, is unable to provide any therapeutic advice, treatment or feedback.

TW: Discussion of grooming, sexual assault, physiological responses to SA, statistics about SA in males, stalking, mental health and personality disorders.In this extra long season finale, YBT tackles the Netflix hit Baby Reindeer, covering the vast clinical concepts featured throughout the show. YBT provides a synopsis of the show, discusses key clinical concepts from each episode, and provides a significant amount of information and resources for survivors of SA.If you are sad season 2 is ending, please check out the entire episode catalog (42 eps) of Your Bish Therapist Podcast. Please leave the podcasts a 5 Star reviewYour Bish Therapist YouTube channel is now featuring membership subscriptions. To subscribe, click this link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu8bmVPTlWANg5v7rGRJjow?sub_confirmation=1 To Join Spreaker Supporters club for bonus episodes during the break: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-bish-therapist--6065109/support  To find links to all YBT content: https://linktr.ee/yourbishtherapistDisclaimer: Posts are not intended to diagnose, treat or provide medical advice. Your Bish Therapist (YBT) is for entertainment and informational purposes only. The podcast, my opinions, and posts, are my own and are not associated with past or present employers, any organizations, Bravo TV, Grey Heart productions or any other television network. The information in YBT podcast and on its social media is provided for general informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or treat. Please do not act or refrain from acting based on anything you read, see, or hear on YBT, podcast or associated social media. Communicating with YBT via email, and/or social media does not form a therapeutic alliance. Melissa, operator of YBT, is unable to provide any therapeutic advice, treatment or feedback.

YBT covers summer house reunion part two, focusing on providing clinical interpretations of the deleted scene wherein Lindsay called out Carl’s drug use. This leads to a discussion about sobriety, co-dependence and relational chaos. YBT also discusses thoughts about West’s behaviors, Jesse’s shame around crying leading to a discussion about men’s mental health, and Amanda’s clinical depression and MH advocacy.TW discussion of serial murder, SA and sexual sadism: YBT shares the harrowing story of Lois Rinna who was the first victim the trailside killer, David Carpenter. Lois survived the attack and helped to convict David Carpenter; however, he was released after only 8 years and went on to murder and assault 13 more people. YBT discusses the psychology of serial murder and provides statistics.Please leave the podcasts a 5 Star review Click the links below to find ways to support YBT:  https://linktr.ee/yourbishtherapisthttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-bish-therapist--6065109/support  Disclaimer: Posts are not intended to diagnose, treat or provide medical advice. Your Bish Therapist (YBT) is for entertainment and informational purposes only. The podcast, my opinions, and posts, are my own and are not associated with past or present employers, any organizations, Bravo TV, Grey Heart productions or any other television network. The information in YBT podcast and on its social media is provided for general informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or treat. Please do not act or refrain from acting based on anything you read, see, or hear on YBT, podcast or associated social media. Communicating with YBT via email, and/or social media does not form a therapeutic alliance. Melissa, operator of YBT, is unable to provide any therapeutic advice, treatment or feedback.

TW discussion of domestic violence, SA, consent, and verbal and emotional abuseYBT breaks down West and Ciara’s relationship, through discussing gamophobia (fear of commitment) and personality characteristics of people with this phobia. This includes a discussion of consent and emotional coercion. YBT also discusses Captain Lee’s accusations against Carl and outlines what led to the destruction of this relationship.YBT also talks The Valley, outlining clinical interpretations of Jax’s behaviors. YBT discusses underlying motives of abusive behaviors and how these behaviors impact the family system. Please leave the podcasts a 5 Star reviewClick the links below to find ways to support YBT: https://linktr.ee/yourbishtherapisthttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-bish-therapist--6065109/support  Disclaimer: Posts are not intended to diagnose, treat or provide medical advice. Your Bish Therapist (YBT) is for entertainment and informational purposes only. The podcast, my opinions, and posts, are my own and are not associated with past or present employers, any organizations, Bravo TV, Grey Heart productions or any other television network. The information in YBT podcast and on its its social media is provided for general informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or treat. Please do not act or refrain from acting based on anything you read, see, or hear on YBT, podcast or associated social media. Communicating with YBT via email, and/or social media does not form a therapeutic alliance. Melissa, operator of YBT, is unable to provide any therapeutic advice, treatment or feedback.

YBT had the honor of interviewing Ann and Amanda from WSANDA podcast. Ann shares her experiences being featured on Season 11 of VPR and how this impacted her mental health (carefully of course …due to her NDA). Amanda and Ann also share stories of the dark underbelly of LA and Hollywood assistants.Throughout the discussion C-PTSD, trauma, infidelity, physical safety and mental health issues are discussed. Funnies and sillies were had by all, we hope you love it too!Please leave both podcasts a 5 Star review and please follow ‘We signed an NDA’!Click the links below to find ways to support YBT: https://linktr.ee/yourbishtherapisthttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-bish-therapist--6065109/support  Disclaimer: Posts are not intended to diagnose, treat or provide medical advice. Your Bish Therapist (YBT) is for entertainment and informational purposes only. The podcast, my opinions, and posts, are my own and are not associated with past or present employers, any organizations, Bravo TV, Grey Heart productions or any other television network. The information in YBT podcast and on its its social media is provided for general informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose or treat. Please do not act or refrain from acting based on anything you read, see, or hear on YBT, podcast or associated social media. Communicating with YBT via email, and/or social media does not form a therapeutic alliance. Melissa, operator of YBT, is unable to provide any therapeutic advice, treatment or feedback.

Bravo enthusiast Mandy and YBT discuss King/Queen baby phenomenon, abuse/domestic violence, financial literacy, and boundaries in reality TV. They tackle recent drama, conflict resolution, and avoidance patterns in relationships. Exploring spritz gate, scandalous comments, and conflict avoidance with laughter and insights.

TW: Concepts of suicidal ideation, SA/grooming, Post Partum OCD/depression, and DV are discussed. Resources for each are provided.YBT mentions it all by discussing the topic of suicidal ideation and speaks on the debate about whether or not Tom weaponized Ariana’s suicidal ideation. YBT discusses Scheana’s postpartum OCD, providing psycho-education on this largely misdiagnosed and misunderstood mental health condition. YBT provides definitions of grooming, outlines how adults CAN be groomed and shares grooming patterns/red flags.YBT then talks the Valley, outlining Jesse’s continued half measures in the pursuit of healing and egregious personal space violations. YBT addresses Jax’s verbally aggressive behaviors and shares clinical interpretations of underlying issues that may lead Jax to protect, deflect and evade accountability. YBT talks GI gate and shares theories about how Brittany’s somatic issues may be related to her relationship issues. Through this YBT talks self-neglect, neurodivergence, developmental needs and more.  Please leave the podcast a 5 Star reviewClick the links below to find ways to support YBT:https://linktr.ee/yourbishtherapisthttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-bish-therapist--6065109/support

YBT apologizes for and explains audio issues from last episode. Following this, YBT shares what is to come in the next few weeks and announces two special guests who will be on the pod.YBT then explains speaker’s supporters club. This podcast is posted publicly so all the supporters can listen to the special perks of the club and how to find subscribers only episodes. I walk you through it and once everyone is comfortable, I will post another subscriber only episode. Thank you all for the support!Please leave the podcast a 5 Star reviewClick the links below to find ways to support YBT:https://linktr.ee/yourbishtherapisthttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-bish-therapist--6065109/support