Couples Therapy 2019

Overview

Couples Therapy is an American documentary television series that premiered in 2019 on the Showtime network. The program provides an authentic look at the process of weekly therapy by following the sessions of several couples. Rather than relying on the tropes of reality television, the series utilizes documentary filmmaking to capture the visceral and honest experiences of participants as they work through their personal struggles. Psychoanalyst Dr. Orna Guralnik leads these sessions, guiding the individuals through confrontations with themselves and their partners to facilitate breakthroughs. The show highlights the vulnerability and strength required to communicate openly within a therapeutic setting, revealing the challenges typically hidden behind closed doors. Viewers are introduced to the participants and their specific relationship dynamics as they navigate the highs and lows of the process. The series, which has continued production through 2026, explores the complexities of human connection and the effort involved in maintaining a partnership. Each episode offers insight into the professional guidance provided by Dr. Guralnik as she manages the minefield of honest confrontation.