Melissa Reich
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 viewed on @yourbishtherapist YouTube channel, Patreon and Spotify 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...
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Episodes
Bravo Round up With Lyndsay and Brady from Recap Rodeo 12.08.2025 2:00:26
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 RHONY? The group discusses RHOC including a discussi...
Drama, Darling X YBT Collab: The Valley Reunion Pt. 1 05.08.2025 1:12:41
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. Plus, Kristen's heartfelt apology, Michelle's resil...
Bite Size Bish: Updates and Bravo news 05.08.2025 27:34
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 @yourbishtherapist on Instagram, Patreon, YouTube...
M&M Hour: Shamanic healing and RHOM with Mandy Slutsker 29.07.2025 1:11:36
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 Housewives of Miami. The conversation delves into the...
Drama or Trauma with Ryan Bailey 22.07.2025 1:30:08
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 abusive behavior featured on reality TV specifically r...
The aftermath of Real Housewives lies with Christina aka @thebravobabe (2nd Upload) 16.07.2025 1:05:15
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 made and shares the truth behind the reality show. Fo...
Season 4 Finale: M&M Hour: SLOMW, The Valley and Summer House 03.06.2025 1:13:19
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 Valley; specifically, Kristen Doute’s misguided emp...
Secret Lives of Mormon Wives with Caitlin Marshall from @bestiesbycaitlin 02.06.2025 1:08:15
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 the finale episode of the show! YBT shares clinica...
Love Hotel, The Valley and Secret Lives of Mormon Wives with Lyndsay and Brady from Recap Rodeo 27.05.2025 1:54:23
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). THANK YOU FOR LISTENING!! TW: Discussion of depressi...
Love Hotel, The Valley and Summer House 20.05.2025 1:00:44
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 Lexi Vs. Jesse and Lindsay’s “freedom d...
Love Hotel, Summer House and The Valley 13.05.2025 1:03:57
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, Jax rage texting from rehab and YBT discusses ho...
M&M Hour: Summer House and The Valley 06.05.2025 57:38
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 also discusses Brittany on WWHL after the...
Bravo Toxicity, Love Hotel and The Valley 29.04.2025 25:33
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 follow YBT podcast and give a 5-star rating (it r...
Bite Size Bish: Updates and The Valley 18.04.2025 28:07
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, YouTube and Patreon For full unedited video (ad free, u...
YBT x Drama, Darling collab: Belle Gibson 15.04.2025 1:23:06
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 scam artists, fooling both Apple and Penguin Publish...
RHOA, RHOBH and Teen Mom with Lyndsay Lime and Brady Wolsiffer from Recap Rodeo 09.04.2025 1:34:20
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 helps)! Please follow @yourbishtherapist, @reca...
Season 4, episode 14: M&M Hour: Summer House 01.04.2025 1:05:08
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 Mandy Slutsker. Please...
A Tale of Two Breakups: Summer House vs. Southern Charm 25.03.2025 56:33
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 turn; like a traitors/housewife’s hybrid. Confli...
Bite Size Bish: Pep Talk 20.03.2025 26:09
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!! Please follow Your Bish Therapist podcast and give a 5-...
RHOA, RHOBH & Southern Charm 18.03.2025 1:02:13
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. Following this, YBT discusses RHOBH feeling off t...
Tamra Judge Quits RHOC, Denise Richard’s lawsuit & Southern Charm 11.03.2025 48:30
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 Denise Richard’s husband Aaron Phypers allegations of...
Bite Size Bish: Addiction, King Babies & Delusion 07.03.2025 33:43
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 understanding our role. Please follow Your Bish Ther...
M&M hour: RHOBH & Southern Charm 04.03.2025 1:02:32
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 part 1 of this podcast covering RHOP & Summer...
Bite Size Bish: Karen Huger's sentencing and Sutton's polarizing behaviors 28.02.2025 30:45
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 the recent episode of RHOBH that led to some pola...
Breaking news about Karen Huger's DUI, RHOP & Southern Charm 25.02.2025 48:31
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, PAWS, and more. YBT also discussed part two of the...
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