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A therapist’s exploration of Sister Wives, one episode at a time. In Sister Wives Go to Therapy, I examine the family dynamics, emotional undercurrents, red flags, and personal development portrayed on screen, through a clinical lens. No diagnoses, just thoughtful reflections on what happens when polygamy, patriarchy, and parentification collide in one complicated family.
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1In the final installment of the Season 20 One-on-Ones, the conversation turns yet again to one of the Browns' favorite topics: trust. Kody and Meri revisit the "dark time" of the catfishing scandal. Kody refuses to accept blame for the breakdown of the marriage. Then the focus shifts to Robyn's long-standing pattern with the other wives: private conversations that didn't stay private. You can support the show by sharing your rating or review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. I'd love to hea...
Meri and Janelle discuss the early years of their marriage to Kody and the difficulties they faced. Meri reveals the awkwardness around Janelle's past marriage to her brother. David and Christine address the competition between wives in plural marriage. Janelle and Meri re-hash the dishes situation again. Robyn is angry, David is talking too much, and Kody seems...reasonable? You can support the show by sharing your rating or review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. I'd love to hear from you! Sen...
The One-on-One conversations continue as Kody shares that Coyote Pass was a major influence on his apologies to his ex-wives. David explains why Kody's apology to Christine offended him, and Robyn reveals her part in the backdoor deal. You can support the show by sharing your rating or review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. I'd love to hear from you! Send me an email at sisterwivesgototherapy[at]gmail.com.
The Brown family sits down and discusses the awkwardness of their last meeting at Coyote Pass. Kody and Janelle argue over who was responsible for the potential "Backdoor Deal." And Meri speaks her truth and says she will not be silenced. This is my first tell nothing! In this episode, I cover Robyn and Kody's constant projection about the GIRL GAMES, David low-key embarrassing Christine, Janelle getting caught in a lie (or, at least, a not-quite-the-whole-truth), and Meri laughs her way thro...
cw: mention of abuse Janelle meets up with Meri to discuss her spiritual release. Kody gives a final apology to Robyn and asks for forgiveness. Meri and Ron spend time together on a trip to Zion, and Christine throws Janelle a divorce party. You can support the show by sharing your rating or review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. I'd love to hear from you! Send me an email at sisterwivesgototherapy[at]gmail.com.
Kody finishes his apology tour meeting Meri in Cedar City. This may be the toughest apology of all. Janelle travels to Salt Lake City to seek a spiritual release from her marriage to Kody. Christine explains the concept of a "basement wife" to David. For their apology tour conversation, Meri and Kody each use their rehearsed lines, but Kody's fall flat. There are only so many times he can say 'I apologize' and 'Nothing but goodwill' before it loses its meaning. Janelle is dipping her toes in ...
Kody's apology to Christine starts well but gets tense when David brings up Kody's relationships with his kids. Janelle seeks guidance from Meri on getting her spiritual release. Meri's shocked friends try to talk her out of meeting up with Kody. David breaks the conspiracy of silence and brings up Kody's strained relationship with his kids to his face. Christine shows us how gray rocking is really done. Janelle, intimidated by church (read: cult) leadership, sends a text to inquire about sym...
Kody is nervous about his second apology as he meets up with Christine and David. Janelle's friends ask her if she would ever get back with Kody. Ron meets Meri's friends for the first time as she hosts a fundraiser for Jenn's husband. In this episode, Kody attempts to apologize to Christine, but can't stop himself from taking credit for her happiness. Christine is nervous, but David has a steadying presence. Janelle’s confused post-conversation with Kody, but fails to give her friends any ju...
Kody travels to North Carolina to meet with Janelle and apologize, but she questions his motives; Meri gets out of her comfort zone at a dating event in Las Vegas; during a game of pickleball, Christine talks to David about Kody's request to meet. In this episode, Kody launches his apology tour in North Carolina, where Janelle surprisingly/unsurprisingly meets him with warmth and nostalgia. Faced with meeting Kody for Stop #2 on the Kody Brown Apology Tour 2025, David reassures Christine that...
Janelle celebrates the sale of Coyote Pass by partying with friends in New Orleans. Meri ventures out of her comfort zone and attends a dating event in Las Vegas. Kody owns up to his bad behavior and decides to apologize to each of his ex-wives. Okay, I have feelings this episode. I am so angry and hurt for the children. Kody's fake accountability is infuriating. He will literally travel across the country to apologize to his ex-wives instead of going to therapy. As for the others, Robyn know...
It's an awkward final showdown at Coyote Pass with Kody, Robyn, Janelle, and Meri. Janelle takes a trip to New Orleans and let's loose with girlfriends to celebrate, and Kody considers finding a therapist to help repair relationships with his children. I'm baaaack! I know so much has happened, but I am jumping ahead to Episode 9. This episode is all about estrangement with fathers, and the idea of Kody in therapy. I will tell you what direction I would take if I were his therapist! Since reco...
Christine and David visit Janelle in North Carolina to celebrate the purchase of her new property; Kody and Robyn discuss their now monogamous relationship and the possibility of bringing in a new wife; Meri dips her toe back into the dating world. This week marks my first foray into recapping a current season of Sister Wives. While the family is still very aware of the cameras, their guard is lowered, and the vibe is completely different. We see Madison naming her pain in estrangement, Sol b...
The wives struggle to accept that this will be their last Christmas in Utah. Meanwhile, the mounting tension from the investigation leads to a huge change to the family dynamic. In this classic Sister Wives episode, we have some of the most memorable moments: Maddie was gonna be legend in this town, Meri flies over the snow bank on a sled, and the children do the Christmas pajama fashion show. In contrast to the Brown Family Christmas joy, there are other things happening in the shadows. The ...
The Browns go to a cabin in the woods to get away from the pressure of their police investigation and to celebrate Christmas. A decision is made that will affect the family's lives once again. The Kody Brown Family system is put under some serious stress in this episode, and it shows. Kody is chaotic, and while Christine responds with sarcasm, Robyn is lavishing him with praise. The teenagers, fully knowing about the investigation and impending move, cushion the tension. You can support...
Heads up: my throat is scratchy so the vocal fry is extra crunchy. Meri goes to the doctor for a cancer screening, but will the results be more than she bargained for? Meanwhile the wives invite their monogamous friends over for dinner. The colonoscopy episode. I cannot believe Meri agreed to do this. Not much of substance happens, but you know I'm going to find something to overanalyze. You can support the show by sharing your rating or review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. I'd love to hear f...
Christine and her kids head to Vegas so they can spend time some alone time with their dad in her favorite vacation spot. Meanwhile back at home, Meri decides to take the rest of the family out for a bowling night. We're back to the re-watch! Diving into Season 2: Christine and Kody before the breakup, before the knife in the kidneys, and before David. Christine actually calls her and Kody's marriage 'blissful'. So, was she just kidding herself? Or outright lying? Meri is comin' in hot with t...
The Brown family know how to celebrate Halloween in style, and do it with 21 colourful costumes and 24 pumpkins. In this short and sweet episode for my time away, I go all the way back to Season 2 Browns, when they were wholesome, and well, whole. It's really jarring to go from Season 20* to this fun, fluffy 22-minute episode. I'll be back next week continuing with Season 20, but for now, enjoy! *Also, between recording this episode and editing it, I watched episode 2 of Season 20 and wowee s...
Kody and Janelle plan a private camping trip that results in a discussion about family finances. Meanwhile, Robyn opens up about her insecurities of not wanting to be a burden on the family financially. In the Price of Polygamy, we have Kody and Janelle arguing over spending, Robyn 'working hard' to prove her worth, and Christine stretching every dollar. I bring my therapist lens to talk about the Browns and their relationship with money. You can support the show by sharing your rating or r...
In wake of the investigation revolving around the family, the Browns decide to get away for a quick vacation to Kody's parents ranch in Wyoming. The Browns head to the family ranch to get away from the investigation and media pressure. Kody's cosplaying as a cowboy. The wives go back and forth about their conflicting parenting styles. Grandmas Genielle and Sheryl talk about the experience of adding a wife to the family. And sweet Garrison thinks cows are annoying. Hear some of my thoughts on ...
Kody and his four wives are off to New York to appear on national television for the first time as open polygamists. Back home, the kids embark on their first day of public school. This week, the Brown kids get handed scripts for performing 'family' and the older kids step into the role of psuedo-parents while the actual parents chase their reality tv dreams. On their media tour, Kody and Christine insist they’re a happy family. Were they lying then or just re-writing it now? The parent...
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