Your Bish Therapist

Melissa Reich

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 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. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-bish-therapist--6065109/support.

  1. 2d ago

    Summer House Reunion Pt. 1

    Melissa breaks down immediate thoughts and observations about pt.1 of the Summer House reunion. Melissa dives into the psychology underlying Amanda and West. YBT breaks down psychological concepts discussing mental health, addiction, BPD, and psychopathy. TW: Discussion of self-harm, suicide and BPD New eps out will every Tuesday! THANK YOU FOR LISTENING and for all the support! Please follow YBT podcast and give a 5-star comment & rating (it really helps!) Please follow @yourbishtherapist on Instagram, YouTube, Patreon, and FB. For full video (ad free, early release, full video & bonus content) visit YBT Patreon, Spreaker Supporters Club or YouTube Patreon (Ad Free, Early Release, Full Video, Bonus Content) https://patreon.com/YourBishTherapist?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Apple Podcast (Ad Free): https://apple.co/3Mfskze Spreaker Supporters club (Ad Free, Early Release): https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-bish-therapist--6065109/support YouTube (Full Video): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu8bmVPTlWANg5v7rGRJjow?subconfirmation=1 To find links to all YBT content: https://linktr.ee/yourbishtherapist Brand Ambassador: www.Iamhumanthebrand.com for clothing with a purpose. Code BISH20 for 20% off purchase 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.

    31 min
  2. 4d ago

    Summer House and The Valley

    In this supersize solo episode, Melissa breaks down the Summer House reunion trailer and the most recent Summer House & In the City episodes. Melissa discusses Lindsay and Carl’s closure, including a discussion about how her mother wounds lead to conflict. Melissa breaks down the moments of manipulation seen on the episode, discussing triangulation, paltering, and using semantics to evade accountability. Melissa then discusses The Valley, discussing verbal abuse, addiction and trauma responses. New ep out every Tuesday! THANK YOU FOR LISTENING and for all the support! Please follow YBT podcast and give a 5-star comment & rating (it really helps!) Please follow @yourbishtherapist on Instagram, YouTube, Patreon, and FB. For full video (ad free, early release, full video & bonus content) visit YBT Patreon, Spreaker Supporters Club or YouTube Patreon (Ad Free, Early Release, Full Video, Bonus Content) https://patreon.com/YourBishTherapist?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Apple Podcast (Ad Free): https://apple.co/3Mfskze Spreaker Supporters club (Ad Free, Early Release):  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-bish-therapist--6065109/support YouTube (Full Video): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu8bmVPTlWANg5v7rGRJjow?subconfirmation=1 To find links to all YBT content: https://linktr.ee/yourbishtherapist Brand Ambassador: www.Iamhumanthebrand.com for clothing with a purpose. Code BISH20 for 20% off purchase 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.

    1h 8m
  3. May 19

    RHORI and The Valley with Mary Payne Gilbert

    Melissa and Mary Payne start out discussing breaking Bravo news that come out at upfronts. They also discuss a 90 day fiancée star featured in “worst ex ever”, discussing the danger of lack of vetting on reality TV. Melissa and Mary Payne discuss RHORI, starting with Jo-Ellen’s childhood trauma, including a discussion on narcissistic mothers. They discuss the red flags around Rulla’s husband Brian, outlining two key predictors of violence and death. TW: Discussion of DV and homicide. The pair chat the Valley, focusing Danny’s psychological underpinnings, discussing DV, Addiction and verbal abuse. The duo also discuss postpartum MH, how Luke and Danny differ, and more. New ep will be out every Tuesday! THANK YOU FOR LISTENING and for all the support! Please follow YBT podcast and give a 5-star comment & rating (it really helps!) Please follow @pinkshadepod and @yourbishtherapist on Instagram, YouTube, Patreon, and FB. For full video (ad free, bonus content & early releases) visit YBT Patreon, Spreaker Supporters Club or YouTube  Patreon: https://patreon.com/YourBishTherapist?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3Mfskze Spreaker Supporters club:  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-bish-therapist--6065109/support YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu8bmVPTlWANg5v7rGRJjow?subconfirmation=1 To find links to all YBT content: https://linktr.ee/yourbishtherapist Brand Ambassador: www.Iamhumanthebrand.com for clothing with a purpose. Code BISH20 for 20% off purchase  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.

    1h 6m
  4. May 15

    Bite Size Bish: Personal Updates and Pep Talk

    Melissa shares updates about personal physical and mental health challenges, grief of caring for a dying relative and coping skills to manage panic and anxiety. Melissa shares some words of wisdom regarding skills to manage panic attacks as well as how to manage panic and anxiety in general. New full ep will be out on Tuesday! THANK YOU FOR LISTENING and for all the support! Please follow YBT podcast and give a 5-star comment & rating (it really helps!) Please follow @yourbishtherapist on Instagram, FB, Patreon, and YouTube For full video (ad free, bonus content & early releases) visit YBT Patreon, Spreaker Supporters Club or YouTube  Patreon: https://patreon.com/YourBishTherapist?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink APPLE PODCAST https://apple.co/3Mfskze Spreaker Supporters club:  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-bish-therapist--6065109/support YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu8bmVPTlWANg5v7rGRJjow?subconfirmation=1 To find links to all YBT content: https://linktr.ee/yourbishtherapist Brand Ambassador: www.Iamhumanthebrand.com for clothing with a purpose. Code BISH20 for 20% off purchase 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.

    15 min
  5. May 12

    Announcement, The Valley and Summer House with Kristen Gardiner

    At the top of the episode YBT makes an exciting announcement about the podcast. Melissa and Kristen discuss RFK’s recent assault on SSRI’s, discussing postpartum mental health, medication and suicidal ideation (TW). Melissa and Kristen discuss more postpartum MH issues in The Valley; outlining how Kristen and Nia deserve better than what they are getting. Melissa breaks down king baby behaviors, Mia’s trauma responses and mental health. Melissa shares an intriguing pattern noticed on Summer House, leading to a SH reddit thread featuring YBT and the gaining traction online. Melissa discusses triangulation, manipulation and duper’s delight. THANK YOU FOR LISTENING and for all the support! Please follow YBT podcast and give a 5-star comment & rating (it really helps!) Please follow @drivingmomcrazy and @yourbishtherapist on Instagram, FB, Patreon, and YouTube For full video (ad free, bonus content & early releases) visit YBT Patreon, Spreaker Supporters Club or YouTube Patreon: https://patreon.com/YourBishTherapist?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink APPLE PODCAST https://apple.co/3Mfskze Spreaker Supporters club:  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-bish-therapist--6065109/support YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu8bmVPTlWANg5v7rGRJjow?subconfirmation=1 To find links to all YBT content: https://linktr.ee/yourbishtherapist 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.

    54 min
  6. May 5

    Darling, Bish Hour: Southern Hospitality and RHOBH

    Melissa and Amy are back for another collab starting with discussing Leva coming into YBT’s comments to share her perspective about Emmy and Bradley. Melissa outlines how and why Emmy’s behaviors are problematic and what Leva had to say.  Amy and Melissa breakdown RHOBH reunion part two discussing the Kyle, Dorit, Erika drama triangle, Kyle and Mau’s relationship, and Amanda Vs. Boz. Mental health, relational dynamics and trauma are discussed throughout. THANK YOU FOR LISTENING and for all the support! Please follow YBT podcast and give a 5-star comment & rating (it really helps!) Please follow @yourbishtherapist on Instagram, Patreon, YouTube, FB, and TT For full video (ad free, bonus content & early releases) visit YBT Patreon, Spreaker Supporters Club or YouTube Patreon: https://patreon.com/YourBishTherapist?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink APPLE PODCAST https://apple.co/3Mfskze Spreaker Supporters club:  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-bish-therapist--6065109/support YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu8bmVPTlWANg5v7rGRJjow?subconfirmation=1 To find links to all YBT content: https://linktr.ee/yourbishtherapist Brand Ambassador: www.Iamhumanthebrand.com for clothing with a purpose. Code BISH20 for 20% off purchase 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.

    1h 17m
  7. Apr 28

    M&M Hour: Summer House and the Valley

    TW: Discussion of SA and Postpartum MH Melissa and Mandy are back discussing the Summer House leaked audio and red flags throughout the most recent episode. Melissa discusses how humans perpetuate unhealthy relational dynamics (eg Amanda and West and Kyle and Megan King). Melissa also discusses grief, addiction and Mandy shares excerpts from Carl's book. Melissa and Mandy also discuss the Valley leading to a discussion on Postpartum MH, unhealthy relational dynamics, weaponizing religion and so much more. THANK YOU FOR LISTENING and for all the support! Please follow YBT podcast and give a 5-star comment & rating (it really helps!) Please follow @yourbishtherapist on Instagram, Patreon, YouTube, FB, and TT For full video (ad free, bonus content & early releases) visit YBT Patreon, Spreaker Supporters Club or YouTube Patreon: https://patreon.com/YourBishTherapist?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink APPLE PODCAST https://apple.co/3Mfskze Spreaker Supporters club:  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-bish-therapist--6065109/support YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu8bmVPTlWANg5v7rGRJjow?subconfirmation=1 To find links to all YBT content: https://linktr.ee/yourbishtherapist Brand Ambassador: www.Iamhumanthebrand.com for clothing with a purpose. Code BISH20 for 20% off purchase 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.

    1h 2m
  8. Apr 22

    Bravo and Astrology with Tasha @thepopastologist

    YBT is back after oral surgery and joined by Tasha @thepopastrologist, who left a toxic career on wall street to help others through intuitive astrologically. Tasha joins the show to give YBT a live reading, discussing repercussions of everything being in Aries and gives a reading about Amanda and West. Melissa and Tasha talk Summer House blending psychology, astrology and intuition. Anyone interested in booking with Tasha use code BISH for 30.00 off a session THANK YOU FOR LISTENING and for all the support! Please follow YBT podcast and give a 5-star comment & rating (it really helps!) Please follow @yourbishtherapist on Instagram, Patreon, YouTube, FB, and TT For full video (ad free, bonus content & early releases) visit YBT Patreon, Spreaker Supporters Club or YouTube Patreon: https://patreon.com/YourBishTherapist?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink APPLE PODCAST https://apple.co/3Mfskze Spreaker Supporters club:  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-bish-therapist--6065109/support YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu8bmVPTlWANg5v7rGRJjow?subconfirmation=1 To find links to all YBT content: https://linktr.ee/yourbishtherapist Brand Ambassador: www.Iamhumanthebrand.com for clothing with a purpose. Code BISH20 for 20% off purchase 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.

    1h 14m
4.6
out of 5
590 Ratings

About

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 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. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-bish-therapist--6065109/support.

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