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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 i ...
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Refrain From Reality

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Two guys, One story, No script, What could possibly go wrong? This isn't rhetorical and the answer is everything. Join us as we turn the art of story telling on its head and attempt to tell one cohesive, backwards, nonsensical tale.
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Enjoy this solo recap of Real Housewives of Miami and Orange County. Melissa recaps the last five episodes of RHOM and the most recent episode of RHOC. YBT explains “naked wasted” and how this rears its ugly head as a storyline 10 years later. YBT also discusses clinical concepts such as chaos addict, narcissism, mean girl group dynamics, manipulat…
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In this episode of Your Bish Therapist Podcast, Melissa Reich welcomes Rob Schulte, a podcast host of Vanderpump Robs and Halfsies. They discuss the cultural differences in reality TV including the generational perspectives on shows like Vanderpump Rules and Southern Hospitality. This episode discusses Season 8, Ep 17 of VPR “First comes love, then…
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TW: Discussion of ED, DV and abuse In this supersized TWO-HOUR episode, Melissa, Lyndsay and Brady discuss RHOM, RHOSLC, Next Gen NYC, RHOC and The Valley. The group begin with bravo news including Larsa Pippen’s newest face drama, the teaser for RHOSLC, a tale of two different Meredith’s (SLC versus Next Gen NYC) and is next Gen NYC better than RH…
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Join us for a riveting reunion recap as Amy Phillips from Drama, Darling and Melissa Reich, from Your Bish Therapist Podcast (@yourbishtherapist), break it all down. In this juicy episode, we dive into Jax's rollercoaster sobriety journey and Brittany's compelling revelations. We'll explore Jesse's crocodile tears and the shock of a rented house. P…
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YBT starts by giving some personal updates, including ways to increase self-compassion and resilience. YBT also shared a story of a Yolanda Hadid sighting in the wild, discusses Kim Zolciak committing financial abuse and Jax on The Valley. Please follow YBT podcast, click automatic downloads and give a 5-star rating (it really helps!) Please follow…
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In this episode, Melissa and Mandy explore various themes surrounding emotional health, generational trauma, and the impact of relationships, particularly through the lens of reality television. They discuss Mandy's health journey, her experience with a shaman, and the importance of understanding nuance in character behaviors on shows like Real Hou…
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TW: Discussion of DV YBT interviews Ryan Bailey @sobaditsgoodwithryanbailey about all things Bravo. Up first, breaking Bravo news including recent updates about Denise Richards and Aaron Phypers. YBT discusses allegations of abuse, involvement in a cancer scam, and problematic behaviors caught on RHOBH. This leads to a greater discussion about abus…
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YBT interviews the “blogger” behind the storyline seen in the premiere episode of RHOC. Christina aka the ‘Bravo Babe’ shares her story about what really happened with RHOC’s Katie Ginella behind the scenes. Christina shares how her mental health has been impacted by lies perpetuated on national TV and on social media. Christina disputes claims mad…
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Melissa and Mandy discuss Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, including a discussion on cultural, religious and geographical social mores within Utah and the LDS church. Through this a discussion is had about sexual and reproductive health, religious trauma, how fame impacts psychology, mean girls, narcissitic parents and more. M&M then discuss The Valle…
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Please join Melissa and Caitlin Marshall (@bestiesbycaitlin) for a discussion about SLOWM season 2. Caitlin discusses MomTok and Mom-fluencing culture in Utah, including the social media drama that spills over from the show. Caitlin shares verified tea, interactions with cast members, and shares her experience of having her TikTok post featured on …
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YBT and Recap Rodeo break down Love Hotel, The Valley and SLOMW (season 2). The trio have a hilariously fun discussion while YBT interjects clinical interpretations. Specifically, YBT talks scarcity trauma and how this may have impacted Nia (The Valley), Love Hotel being a breath of fresh air, and a larger discussion about mental health (SLOMW). TH…
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YBT breaks down Shannon recreating past relational issues and conflict in the Love Hotel. Following this, YBT discusses The Valley, specifically focusing on Jesse & Michelle, Danny & Nia and Jax & Brittany. Through this is a discussion on narcissism, binge drinking, addiction, rehabilitation, codependency and more. Finally, YBT talks Summer House L…
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YBT starts by sharing MH and physical health updates, sharing healthy skills to use when struggling. YBT shares Bravo news, including a theory about Shannon’s picker on Love Hotel. Following this, YBT discusses Summer House; specifically, Lexi & Jesse, Ciara being fed up with king babies and West’s grief. YBT then talks the Valley; specifically, Ja…
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M&M first talk Summer House, including discussion on Jesse’s victim behaviors and the juxtaposition of summer house vs. the valley. M&M also discuss West and Jesse’s illuminating discussion about pornography and theorize how this impacts them with real life women. M&M then discuss The Valley, outlining the behaviors of Jax, Jesse and Danny. YBT als…
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Hi friends! YBT is still sick but wanted to release an episode for you all covering a myriad of topics across the bravoverse. Specifically, YBT talks Bravo’s toxicity on shows like The Valley, RHOA & RHOBH. YBT briefly talks Love Hotel, the new dating show with Shannon, Gizelle, Ashley and Luann and discusses tea Gizelle dropped on WWHL. Please fol…
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Hi friends! YBT is back with another bite size bish episode providing personal and health updates. Following this, YBT discusses Jax’s abusive behaviors featured on the Valley leading to a discussion about DV. Please follow YBT podcast and give a 5-star rating (it really helps)! Please follow @yourbishtherapist on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, YouTu…
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Melissa and Amy collaborate to discuss the psychological underpinnings of women who fake cancer; Belle Gibson (the focus of Netflix’s ‘Instagram’s Worst Con Artist’ and ‘apple cider vinegar’), Scamanda, and Elizabeth Finch. This podcast examines social, emotional, and psychological factors that led Belle to become one of the most prolific cancer sc…
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Sorry for the podcast delay, YBT was down for the count with food poisoning but she hath risen. This episode is a wildly hilarious kiki with Lyndsay Lime and Brady Wolsiffer from Recap Rodeo, talking RHOA, RHOBH and Teen Mom. Please follow YBT podcast & Recap Rodeo with Lyndsay Lime and Brady Wolsiffer. Please give both a 5-star rating (it really h…
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Melissa and Mandy discuss Summer House, including discussion of dynamics between Craig & Paige, Craig & Kyle, Carl & Lil, Jesse & Lexi, West & Ciara, Imrul & women and more. This leads to a discussion of king babies, polyamory, toe sucking, infidelity and more. For part 2 of this podcast covering RHOBH & RHOA please visit “Is This Real Life” with M…
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YBT discusses cultural differences between Southern Charm and Summer House leading to drastically different perspectives on Paige and Craig’s break up. YBT discusses differences in NYC & Charleston culture, leading to a discussion of how cultural differences impact mindset and perpetuate misogyny. YBT then talks RHOBH discussing how it’s taken a tu…
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YBT shares updates about physical, mental and emotional health. YBT shares insights gained, ways to resist through radical self-care and tips and tricks to manage emotional health in the current climate. Concepts of healing, recovery, gratitude, mindfulness, grounding and more are discussed. Thank you all for being a part of my support team!! Pleas…
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YBT starts by sharing breaking Bravo news including Jax and Brittany’s dueling solo podcasts, Jax’s “mind of a man tour” and the Valley Premiere. YBT also discusses Tamra Judge rejoining RHOC after announcing she quit (again). YBT then discusses RHOA leading to a discussion on infertility, miscarriage and maternal mortality rates among Black women.…
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YBT shares breaking Bravo news including Tamra Judge abruptly quitting RHOC 24 hours ago, following filming with Shannon and Gretchen in NOLA. Andy Cohen since commented noting that he can’t address this as they are still filming but intimated Teddi’s cancer battle may underlie this decision. YBT also discusses James Kennedy’s cancellation and Deni…
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In this extended BSB, YBT covers Jax Taylor’s addiction including Brittany’s response, leading to a discussion of addiction and recovery. YBT also briefly talks RHOP reunion part 3 including a discussion of king babies, delusion & addiction. YBT then talks King baby Kyle Cook versus Hannah Berner, leading to a discussion of the importance of unders…
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Melissa and Mandy discuss all things RHOBH and Southern Charm including discussion of dynamics between Sutton/Dorit, Dorit/Boz, Kyle/Mau, Shep/Sienna, JT/Venita and more. Justice for Venita who was as victim of shady editing & production. The discussion features concepts of addiction, recovery, mental health, sexual fluidity, ego, and more. For par…
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YBT shares breaking news about Karen’s sentencing and being immediately remanded to jail for one year, following her fourth DUI conviction. YBT discusses deadly denial, addiction and recovery. Through this, YBT discusses the complex process of psychotropic medications, removing stigma and providing psycho-educational information. YBT also discusses…
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YBT shares a Reality Blurb Article about Karen Huger revealing this is her FOURTH DUI and she went to a luxury resort instead of rehab. YBT shares all the receipts, deets and addresses her claims of “abusing” antidepressants (spoiler alert: there’s no such thing). This leads to a discussion about mental health, addiction, recovery, deadly denial, P…
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TW: discussion of cancer, death and C-PTSD. YBT shares a raw and vulnerable peek inside the experience of a cancer patient during the recent NIH cuts to cancer funding and research. YBT shares how this will impact her life, and the lives of millions of other patients. Through this, YBT talks coping skills, anxiety reduction techniques and ways to c…
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YBT shares hot takes and clinical interpretations of southern charm, summer house premiere and RHOP part 1. YBT shares behind the scenes drama that goes down in the DM’s and talks parasocial relationships with bravolebs. YBT discusses Ciara/West, Lindsay/Carl and Paige/Craig dynamics. YBT also discusses the projection/deflection/lying seen on RHOP.…
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TW: Discussion of suicide, trauma, and SA YBT shares hot takes and clinical interpretations of RHOBH, RHONY and RHOSLC. YBT also dives into the Minkoff's dark family background in Scientology. This episode covers major storylines across each franchise and through this talks narcissism, gaslighting, CPTSD, SA, childhood trauma, projection, intent vs…
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This BSB contains health updates, ways to manage stress, the power of acceptance, plans for the season and MORE. Thank you all for coming back…I AM SO HAPPY TO BE BACK! For all Spreaker supporters, please go to Patreon to join the community for free if you would like to participate in group chats, submitting questions and more! Follow YBT podcast a…
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TW: Discussion of SA, trauma, addiction and mental health. Hello friends! YBT is back for the Season 4 premiere with the amazing Mandy Slutsker for a M&M hour covering RHOBH and RHONY. Melissa and Mandy mention it all when it comes to the dark turn RHONY took; leading to a discussion about Brynn’s trauma and intent versus impact. Melissa and Mandy …
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TW: Discussion of cancer, treatment facilities, mental health, addiction, domestic violence, intimate partner violence, and suicide In the supersized season finale, YBT does a deep dive into the life of Elizabeth Finch, former writer for Grey’s Anatomy, who is the subject of the Peacock docuseries “Anatomy of Lies”. YBT gathered information from th…
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Please enjoy Part 2 of M&M hour…Part 1 can be found on ‘Is This Real Life?’ With Mandy Slutsker. This episode covers RHOC reunion part 3 and RHOP. Melissa and Mandy discuss Shannon Beador vs. Karen Huger and the underlying psychology of addiction and recovery. First discussing RHOC and the 36 hours later bomb…YBT outlines implications of the new in…
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YBT shares tips and tricks for surviving family gatherings during the holidays. Through this, grief, generational trauma, emotion regulation, and boundary setting are discussed. Hope you all have a happy holiday season! During YBT's holiday break episodes will be available via Spreaker Supporters Club. To join Spreaker Supporters club for bonus epi…
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YBT starts by recapping the premiere episode of RHOBH talking addiction, recovery, grief, sexual identity, fluidity and more! YBT will continue to cover RHOBH and Southern Charm on Spreaker Supporter’s club. To join Spreaker Supporters club for bonus episodes during the holiday break: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-bish-therapist--6065109/su…
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YBT shares valuable lessons learned as season 3 wraps up. YBT discusses reasons behind breaks and discusses plans for the end the season 3, and season 4. Thank you all for your support and hopefully the vulnerability YBT shared helps you all! Please follow YBT podcast and give a 5-star rating! Please follow @yourbishtherapist on Instagram, FB, TT a…
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Regarding OC, YBT discusses mean girl behavior vs. gossip (including derivation of the word gossip), Gina and Travis’ family issues, Heather Vs Katie, Shannon’s role in her chaos carousel, and Alexis’s history of falling on a patriarchal sword for her men (both of whom have been featured on RHOC) YBT then turns to RHOSLC and shares thoughts about L…
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Jeff Lewis went on WWHL and fired shots about Brynn’s behaviors. YBT mentions it all by sharing what was said and providing clinical interpretations. Through this, YBT discussed RHONY prank gate, scientology, Brynn’s sexy baby routine rooted in unresolved trauma, sexual fluidity, queerbaiting and much more! Please follow YBT podcast and give a 5-st…
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YBT shares some housekeeping and updates as season 3 comes to an end at the top of the episode. To join Spreaker Supporters club for bonus episodes on breaks: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-bish-therapist--6065109/support Afterwards,YBT talks about part 1 of the OC reunion including Heather/Emily/Katie drama triangle, Shannon versus Tamra an…
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Kathy Riojas is a Texas native raising three children across the lifespan with her husband. Following an autism diagnosis of her youngest child, Kathy traded an almost 15-year career in public education for a new career in mental health. Today Kathy operates a solo private practice, is a freelance writer for Dallas Moms and Denton County Moms and o…
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YBT thoughtfully discusses neurodiversity and neurodivergence, sharing conditions under the umbrella term of Neurodivergence; specifically ADD, ADHD, ASD are discussed. YBT shares psycho-educational research, statistics, diagnostic criteria (DSM-5-TR) and answers questions about which professionals are fit to diagnose. A discussion of misogyny lead…
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YBT celebrates Halloween by sharing her personal story of living in a haunted home. Happy Halloween to all who celebrate! Please follow YBT podcast and give a 5-star rating! Please @yourbishtherapist on Instagram, FB, TT and YT Brand Ambassador: Please check out Iamhumanthebrand.com for clothing with a purpose. Code BISH20 for 20% off purchase To j…
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Introducing M&M hour with Melissa and Mandy; a monthly collaboration where the dynamic duo cover topics from Bravo and beyond. Part 1 of the collab was featured on Mandy's Podcast "Is this real life?" covering RHOP and RHOSLC. This part 2 episode, covers RHONY and RHOC. We hope you love this monthly mashup! Specifically, YBT and Mandy discuss color…
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TW: Discussion of breast cancer, mammograms and cancer survivorship In honor of breast cancer awareness month, YBT discusses mammograms and the role of self-advocacy when it comes to cancer prevention. YBT shares her experience, strength and hope by discussing ways to manage survivorship, C-PTSD and anxiety. Please follow and give the podcasts a 5-…
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YBT welcomes Kristen to share her experiences of falling in love with a Mormon, converting and what the LDS church means to her. She is also a bravoholic and secret lives of Mormon wives and real housewives of Salt Lake City are discussed. Specifically, Kristen Shares her insights into how Mormonism can be misinterpreted and shares how she reconcil…
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YBT accidentally became the center of controversy after reposting Tamra’s reel, sharing clinical interpretations and deleting the post. YBT shares the story of what happened and provides some context. YBT also shares some WILD updates of this not being the wildest event that happened this week. Please follow and give the podcasts a 5-star rating! B…
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YBT and Mandy discuss notable moments from each franchise. Through this, various topics are discussed such as Mary Cosby's connection to Jeffrey Dahmer, Mandy's connection to the bobble head museum featured on SLC, Meredith's Bat Mitzvah, drama triangles, mental health, toxic relationships, mean girls, and more! Hope you enjoy YBT and Mandy's signa…
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You weighed in and the answer is clear...YBT shorts are now Bite Size Bish! Thank you all to those who weighed in. YBT shares various updates; about the show, health and the bravo sphere. YBT discusses news about Jen Shah's early release date, Mary Cosby and House of Villians; specifically Tiffany Pollard (New York) vs. Teresa Guidice. Please follo…
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TW: Includes discussion of domestic violence, abusive relationships and corercive control YBT recaps episodes 4-6 of SLOMW (a new ackronym iykyk). Through this, YBT discusses coercive control, toxic relaitonships, king baby, ego, interpretation of religion and values, and so much more! Please FOLLOW the podcast and share a 5 star review Brand Ambas…
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