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    Your Bish Therapist

    Melissa Reich, M.A. is a therapist turned pop culture enthusiast. Melissa earned a B.A. in Psychology and an M.A. in Clinical Psychology. Melissa provides clinical interpretations based on observable behaviors in the media, while building a community along the way. Welcome!

    Full video content can be veiwed on @yourbishtherapist YouTube channel and on instagram

    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.

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    Episodes (24)

    Vanderpump rules...for therapy with guest Lyndsay Lime

    Vanderpump rules...for therapy with guest Lyndsay Lime
    TW: Concepts of trauma, post-partum MH issues, and reproductive challenges discussed

    YBT starts by sharing another exciting professional announcement…. tune in to hear all about it!

    YBT welcomes Lyndsay Lime from Vanderpodrecaps to discuss self-improvement measures featured on VPR. Lyndsay has a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in social work, and shares her personal experience with post-partum MH issues. 

    Specifically, YBT and Lyndsay discuss stigmatizing comments Scheana made about couples therapy on Jeff Lewis Live. Lyndsay utilized transcripts to ensure comments were not taken out of context and YBT provides psychoeducational information on EMDR, psychotherapy (couples and individual), psychotropic medication management, and psychedelic assisted trauma therapy. Information from scientific journal articles was used regarding each of these topics

    Please follow Lyndsay @vanderpodrecaps on Instagram and TikTok and check her out on reddit as well.

    Please follow @yourbishtherapist on Instagram and on YouTube where full video of this podcast can be viewed. Please give YBT a 5-star rating wherever you listen to podcasts. THANK YOU!!!

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    RHOBH reunion and Bravo News roundup with Ryan Bailey

    RHOBH reunion and Bravo News roundup with Ryan Bailey
    YBT is joined by the talented and hilarious Ryan Bailey from So bad it's good with Ryan Bailey podcast and Jeff Lewis Live Extended after show!
    Ryan and YBT tackle headlines and bombshells from the bravo-verse and discuss RHOBH reunion part 1.

    Ryan shares a more personal side through discussing his grief journey following the death of his mother and allowing us a peek into underlying challenges podcasters experience. Please tune in for a hilarious, fun, and authentically raw interview


    Please follow Ryan on instagram @sobaditsgoodwithryanbailey and YBT on instagram @yourbishtherapist

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    Announcement and RHOBH

    Announcement and RHOBH
    Your Bish was quoted in the New York Times!!!!!!! YBT shares the experience of being asked for quotes about Kyle Richards and Mauricio Umansky for a story in the New York Times style section. Following this, YBT discusses the RHOBH finale and shares clinical intepretations of issues underlying marital issues.

    YBT discusses recent projects and shares what is in the works over the next few weeks!

    And of course, YBT talks mental and physical health advocacy

    Please follow @yourbishtherapist on Instagram and YouTube

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    Gypsy Rose Blanchard: Munchausen Syndrome, Malingering, Factitious Disorder, oh my!

    Gypsy Rose Blanchard: Munchausen Syndrome, Malingering, Factitious Disorder, oh my!
    TW: Discussion of child abuse, SA, medicalabuse/trauma, and homocide

    Your bish finishes discussing Paris in Love, specifically focusing on why Paris hid Pheonix from everyone, inclusing her family.

    Following this, YBT breaks away from our beloved Bravo shows to cover a news story that took the world by storm. YBT covers the full story behind Gypsy Rose and DeeDee Blanchard and outlines how underlying disorders, familial dysfunction and systemic medical failures led to murder. YBT discusses Munchausen Syndrome by proxy, now called Factitious Disorder imposed on another, as well as malingering, to provide a full insight into the disorders that underly these types of situaitons.

    YBT provides a signature deep dive into the Blanchard family and outlines potential obstacles Gypsy faces following her release from prison. Hope you all enjoy!

    Please remember to follow @yourbishtherapist on instagram and YouTube and give a 5 star podcast rating, Thank you!

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    Paris in Love Part 2: Teenage Hell Camps

    Paris in Love Part 2: Teenage Hell Camps
    TW: Discussion of SA, physical abuse, neglect, trauma, and instututional and generational trauma

    Part two of Paris in Love focuses on Paris' traumatizing experiences in the 'wilderness camps' she was sent to as a teen. YBT shares excerpts from Paris's memoir about her horriyfying experiences fighting for survival, and includes informaiton from Netflix's "Teen Hell Camp"; which features similar horror stories about these types of troubled youth camps. YBT shares personal and professional stories about working in the toubled teen industry including insights into how these egregious programs persist today.

    Please follow @yourbishtherapist on instagram and YouTube and give the podcast a 5 star rating. Thank you!

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    Paris in Love: Generational wealth and trauma

    Paris in Love: Generational wealth and trauma
    TW: Discussion of SA, grooming, emotional/physical abuse, and trauma.

    In this season 2 premiere episode, YBT shares clinical interpretations of Paris, Carter, Kathy and the rest of the Hilton family. YBT gives in in depth look at the Hilton family through discussing the role socioeconomic status plays in family dysfunction and generational trauma. YBT discusses Paris being a cycle breaking and outlines ways to navigate family dysfunction. Your Bish is back with a bang!

    Please subscribe, give the podcast a 5 start rating and follow YBT on instagram @Yourbishtherapist

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    SURPRISE!

    SURPRISE!
    Your Bish is back...temporarily. As promised, YBT is sharing tips to help navigate the holiday season. Your bish discusses going viral after Kyle Richards shared YBT's clinical interpretations stating they were correct! Lastly, a teaser of things to come in January for season 2 of YBT.
    Please follow @yourbishtherapist on Instagram and subscribe to @yourbishtherapist on YouTube. Happy Holidays!
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    enDecember 22, 2023

    SEASON FINALE: Twin Flames Universe: Cult or Spiritual Refuge?

    SEASON FINALE: Twin Flames Universe: Cult or Spiritual Refuge?
    Trigger warning: This episode contains discussion of cults, abuse (religious/spiritual, emotional, verbal and sexual), coercion around sexual orientation and gender identity/expression, discussion of gender dysphoria and trauma. This episode features direct quotes from victims and perpetrators; Listener discretion is advised.
    In this supersized season finale episode, YBT dives deep into the world of Twin Flames leaders Jeff and Shaleia Ayan. Information shared in the podcast was compiled from two documentaries, a podcast and several news articles. YBT synthesized all this content to bring you a full picture of the Twin Flames Universe.
    YBT discusses different types of cults, warning signs about whether a group is a cult and provides an extensive explanation of how and why people get sucked into cults. YBT shares FACTS based on research studies, science and psychology.
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    enNovember 28, 2023

    Episode 15: YBT announcement

    Episode 15: YBT announcement
    In this episode, YBT makes an announcement about the future of YBT podcast.

    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.

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    enNovember 21, 2023

    Episode 14: Be the Light

    Episode 14: Be the Light
    In honor of world kindness day, YBT shares a recent personal experience assisting Pennsylvania State Police in dealing with a mental health crisis. YBT deep dives into coping with institutional and systemic failures, destigmatizing mental health, being an advocate to marginalized communities, and how to be a helper with boundaries and self-awareness.
    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.
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    enNovember 14, 2023

    Episode 13: Listen Linda

    Episode 13: Listen Linda
    In this episode YBT discusses the dynamic between Monica Garcia, from RHOSLC, and her mother Linda. YBT shares clinical interpretations of their relationship dynamic based on observations from various scenes of RHOSLC. This leads YBT to discuss concepts of narcissistic abuse, narcissistic parents, generational trauma, cycle breaking, epigenetics and more.
    YBT also discusses how to manage challenging familial relationships, and ways to achieve wellness and freedom in spite of these challenging relationships. YBT provides her signature deep dives, clinical interpretations, and of course, serves Bish!
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    enNovember 07, 2023

    Episode 12: Tribute to my friend Matt, Everybody loves Tom (and narcissists) and RHOBH premiere

    Episode 12: Tribute to my friend Matt, Everybody loves Tom (and narcissists) and RHOBH premiere
    In this supersized episode, YBT gives a heartfelt tribute to Matthew Perry through sharing the personal connection and adoration for him, after meeting him via Make-A-Wish foundation.
    YBT also deep dives into the NPI (Narcissism personality inventory) Tom Sandoval took on episode 5 of “everybody loves Tom”. YBT breaks down Dr. Drew’s research study and clinical assessment tool, and raises potential flaws of this particular test.
    Lastly YBT, covers Erika’s Empathy gate, Kyle and Mau and Dorit and PK. YBT talks empathy, managing long term relationships and discusses the main factor that can be a relationship killer.
    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.
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    Your Bish Therapist
    enOctober 31, 2023

    Episode 11- Southern Charm & RHONY reunion 🍎

    Episode 11- Southern Charm & RHONY reunion 🍎
    In this episode, YBT deep dives into the grief tornado that has been ripping through the bravo-verse lately. Southern charm and RHONY featured heavy themes of grief and childhood trauma, leading YBT to take the opportunity to provide some psycho-educational information.
    YBT discusses clinical concepts of grief vs complicated grief, childhood emotional neglect, emotional suppression in the south and more!
    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.

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    enOctober 24, 2023

    Episode 10: There's something about Mary (Cosby)

    Episode 10: There's something about Mary (Cosby)
    In this episode, YBT deep dives into the Cosby family tree, provides a detailed timeline of events, and discusses cult allegations. YBT breaks down a YouTube interview with Mary’s parents and shares legal information originally shared by The Bravo Docket
    YBT discusses clinical concepts of Stockholm syndrome, religious/spiritual abuse, generational trauma, and more.
    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.
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    enOctober 17, 2023

    Episode 9: The Kim and Kroy Biermann Saga

    Episode 9: The Kim and Kroy Biermann Saga
    In this episode, Your Bish serves clinical interpretations of the drama occurring between Kim and Kroy Biermann and share my thoughts on the issues that may have led to the current state of affairs. YBT talks medical trauma, unresolved PTSD, epigenetics and addiction.
    YBT also discusses being in the top 200 podcast rankings this week and shares a frightening personal experience following a road rage incident. YBT will share some safety tips to use in scary situations.
    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.


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    enOctober 10, 2023

    Episode 8: RHOC and Southern Charm

    Episode 8: RHOC and Southern Charm
    *Trigger Warning: Concepts of childhood emotional neglect (CEN)/abuse/trauma and suicide are discussed*
    In this hour long episode, Your Bish Therapist provides clinical interpretations of each OC housewife, discusses how family of origin issues may have impacted the ladies, and thoughts for the future. Concepts of emotional neglect, child abuse and generational trauma are discussed. YBT also discusses the men of southern charm and shares clinical insights into what may be happening between Austen and Taylor. YBT of course clinically interprets Shep and addresses JT's mommy issues.
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    enOctober 03, 2023

    Episode 7: The Murdaugh Murders- A legacy of generational wealth and trauma

    Episode 7: The Murdaugh Murders- A legacy of generational wealth and trauma
    Your Bish Therapist finally covers the Murdaugh Murders! Season 2 just aired on Netflix and your Bish is going to mention it all. She provides a detailed family tree, timeline of events, and a list of people involved. She discusses PTSD, Survivor's guilt, non-verbal communication/body language and discusses psychological profiles of men who commit Familicide. And of course, she provides clinical interpretations of it all!
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    Your Bish Therapist
    enSeptember 26, 2023

    Bonus Episode: Addiction Among Housewives

    Bonus Episode: Addiction Among Housewives
    In this special bonus episode, YBT shares new information following Shannon Beador’s DUI via Two T’s in a Pod with Tamra and Teddi, Jeff Lewis Live and the statement from Shannon’s lawyer. YBT discusses macro and micro issues of addiction; providing psycho-education about addiction, epigenetics and societal mores around alcohol. YBT talks recovery, shares resources for obtaining recovery, and shines a light on sober celebs and bravolebs ️
    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.◦
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    enSeptember 20, 2023

    Episode 6: Bravo News Roundup

    Episode 6: Bravo News Roundup
    In this episode, YBT shares clinical interpretations on several notable events happening in the Bravo-verse. In another clairvoyant moment, YBT covers RHOC and addresses comments Shannon made about Gina’s DUI. YBT also discusses Bethenny Vs Carole #whitesaviorcomplex gate, wifetime achievement award winner Vicki Gunvalson, the men of Southern Charm and more! Hope you all love it! 

    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. 
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    enSeptember 18, 2023

    Episode 5: The Jeff Lewis, Heather McDonald, Justin Martindale drama triangle

    Episode 5: The Jeff Lewis, Heather McDonald, Justin Martindale drama triangle
    In this episode, Your Bish Therapist YBT provides detailed information about the people involved, a timeline of events, details about the precipitating factors and as always, clinical interpretations of it all! 

    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.
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    enSeptember 11, 2023
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