Melissa Reich

Your Bish Therapist

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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 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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Melissa Reich

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Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

Secret Lives of Mormon Wives Overview 01.10.2024

TW: Discussion of DV, miscarriage and religious trauma This episode is an overview of the popular Hulu series that has taken the internet by storm. In this episode, YBT discusses backstories of each cast member including their family systems, application of religion and personality types. YBT shares some information about Mormonism to provide context underlying the show by sharing the cultural var...

Secret Lives of Mormon Wives recap (eps 1-3) 01.10.2024

TW: Discussion of DV, coercive control, verbal abuse, addiction and sex/love/porn addiction  As promised this is a more in-depth look at episodes 1-3 of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. YBT breaks down core issues of each cast member and discusses concepts of coercive control, unconditional vs conditional love, king baby syndrome, sexual health, addiction/process addiction, generational trauma and mo...

YBT SHORTS: Emily Simpson Reposted YBT! 27.09.2024

Hi Friends! This YBT short tells the story of YBT being reposted by Kyle Richards and now, Emily Simpson. Specifically, YBT shares the posts that she reposted; which includes a discussion of weight bias, thin privilege and body inclusivity and acceptance.  RHOC is briefly discussed and YBT shares her experience, strength and hope regarding body image issues. Please follow and give our podcasts a 5...

Introducing YBT Shorts: Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) 26.09.2024

Hi Friends! In the spirit of trying to create more content for you, allow me to introduce YBT shorts; a 15-minute podcast that will be posted IN ADDITION to the normal weekly one-hour podcast. Each episode will have different topics weekly, and this episode is about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). YBT talks living with MDD and SAD and shares some ways to manage seasonal depression. Please follo...

Surreal Live: Villa of Secrets with Lyndsay Lime from Recap Rodeo 24.09.2024

TW: This episode contains discussion of suicide, sexual abuse and human trafficking (briefly when discussing the recent arrect of Sean Combs) This episode, as promised, is a more in depth look at each individual cast member of this iteration of Surreal Life (Kim Zolciak-Biermann, Chet Hanks, Johnny Weir, Macy Grey, Tyler Posey, Ally Brooke, OT Genasis and Josie Canseco). If you’ve never heard of t...

YBT updates, Jax’s mental health diagnoses and RHOC 17.09.2024

Hi Friends! Your Bish is back with a solo episode providing some personal updates. YBT shares her experience, strength and hope by discussing challenges of healing, radical acceptance, and managing perfectionism. YBT discusses lessons learned throughout her podcasting and health journey. YBT then discusses Jax’s recent announcement about mental health treatment and subsequent diagnoses. YBT provid...

Interview with standup comedian (and fellow bravoholic) Tammy Pescatelli 10.09.2024

*TW: Discussion of sexual assault and DV. This episode features two discussions of domestic violence/intimate partner violence and sexual assault. Tammy recalls an encounter with a sexual predator and shares her experience with DV (around 50:00 and 1:05:00) * Tammy Pescatelli is an elite standup comedian but she’s also a bravoholic, writer, producer, actress, wife, mother and a seasoned reality sh...

RHOC recap and Grief 101 with Ryan Bailey 03.09.2024

*This episode is for Becky Bailey. Ryan recorded on the one-year anniversary of his mother’s passing, sharing his experience, strength and hope. TW: discussion of grief and parent loss* Thank you to Ryan for sharing about his grief journey, which leads to an encompassing discussion on grief including how it can be pervasive, transformative and sneaky! YBT and Ryan also discuss RHOC; discussing dra...

Season 3, episode 4: RHOC and Surreal Life with Lyndsay Lime from Vanderpodrecaps 27.08.2024

YBT and Lyndsay recap episode 6 of RHOC, outlining thoughts on the dueling girls’ trips. YBT breaks down the Gina, Heather, Katie drama triangle and shares thoughts on Alexis’s behaviors giving flashbacks of esophogate. The episode contains discussions of stages of change and addiction from a harm reduction model.   YBT and Lyndsay also discuss season 2 of Surreal Life: Villa of Secrets. People ar...

Behind the RHOSLC scenes with Dallon from Salty Housewives Podcast 20.08.2024

Recently a video of Monica Garcia went viral where she alleges Bravo wanted to bring her back but certain cast members threatened to quit if she returned…among other accusations. Meredith Marks and Andy Cohen went on Jeff Lewis Live with their response to Monica’s claims; YBT shares these quotes. Dallon attended the event and recorded the viral video. Dallon shares their thoughts on the reality be...

Your Bish is Back….with special guest Mandy Slutsker! 13.08.2024

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, en...

RHOC season recap (eps 1-4) 13.08.2024

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 orthorexia Please leave the podcasts a 5 Star review Your Bish Therapist YouTube channel is now featuring membe...

Season 2 Finale: Baby Reindeer 25.06.2024

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...

Season 2 Finale THANK YOU!!! 25.06.2024

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 b...

Summer House Reunion and Lois Rinna (Lisa Rinna's mother) surviving the trailside killer 18.06.2024

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...

Summer House reunion and The Valley Finale 11.06.2024

TW discussion of domestic violence, SA, consent, and verbal and emotional abuse YBT 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 o...

Interview with Ann Maddox and Amanda Lifford from “We Signed an NDA” 04.06.2024

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 d...

Summer house, VPR, and The Valley with Mandy Slutsker 28.05.2024

TW discussion of abuse domestic violence In this extra-long episode, YBT and Mandy have a hilariously fun discussion about all things Bravo. Through this, YBT shares clinical interpretations on summer house, VPR and the valley; discussing ‘King/Queen baby’ phenomenon, abuse/domestic violence, avoidant communication patterns, conflict resolution, financial literacy, and boundaries.  Mandy discusses...

VPR reunion and The Valley 21.05.2024

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 m...

Audio issues, podcast news and Spreaker Supporter’s Club explained 16.05.2024

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 on...

What in the Bravo hell?! 14.05.2024

TW: Concepts of complicated grief, infertility, cancer/medical trauma, generational trauma, addiction, and narcissistic abuse There’s been SO MUCH happening in the bravoverse lately and YBT is here to mention it all! YBT talks Bethenny Frankel’s complex grief journey after the loss of her mother and the ending of her engagement. YBT also discusses RHOBH news surrounding Kyle, Dorit and PK discussi...

RHONJ toxicity and Summer House 07.05.2024

TW: Concepts of trauma, addiction, recovery, boundary setting, and parasocial attachments are discussed. In this episode, YBT shares housekeeping updates Season 2 of YBT, Supporter’s Club and plans for future episodes. YBT discusses reasons behind the decision to refrain from covering season 14 of RHONJ; primarily due to increased toxicity as a result of social media drama. Specifically, YBT discu...

Summer House and The Valley 30.04.2024

In this episode, YBT shares clinical interpretations of Summer House & The Valley. Specifically, YBT covers relationship issues between Carl and Lindsay & Kyle and Amanda. YBT outlines Danielle’s communication issues and discusses relational concepts; outlining important factors in building and maintaining successful romantic relationships. YBT then discusses Kristen Doute’s empath claims...

RHOP and Monica Garcia on Viall Files 16.04.2024

TW: Concepts of trauma, generational trauma, narcissistic abuse, parental no contact and DV are discussed. In this episode, YBT shares clinical interpretations of the RHOP finale, both the finale of the show and finale of the franchise. YBT discusses bipolar disorder and applauds Gordon's honesty and MH advocacy.  YBT then breaks down the three-hour Viall Files podcast with Monica Garcia. YBT ment...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY BISH! 02.04.2024

In honor of YBT's 43rd birthday AND 25-year cancer-versary, this episode focuses on celebrating milestones through sharing life lessons learned, tips for successfully navigating challenging life events, and a current health update. YBT talks radical acceptance, acting opposite and the ancient philosophy of stoicism. YBT also briefly talks meeting the cast of Friends through Make-A-Wish foundation...

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