Orna Guralnik: Jewish TV Star, Couples Therapist

Are you looking for a TV show that can heal your heart? Look no further than “Couples Therapy” on Paramount+. This show is like a soothing balm, thanks in large part to the wonderful Dr. Orna Guralnik, who guides us through the emotional complexities of love, pain, and growth with her calming voice.

Produced by Josh Kriegman, whose parents are therapists, the show brings real therapy breakthroughs to the small screen in an authentic way. Dr. Guralnik started as a consultant but quickly became the heart of the show. Shot in a Brooklyn studio that feels like a real therapist’s office, each season features around 20 hours of therapy broken into nine episodes.

In the latest season, Dr. Guralnik works with couples facing various challenges, including political and ideological differences. Through their therapy sessions, these couples learn to truly communicate, listen, and understand each other. It’s not just about solving surface-level issues; it’s about digging deep and making real emotional connections.

Although Dr. Guralnik’s Jewish and Israeli background is not a central focus of the show, she does work with Jewish patients like Michael and Michal, as well as Boris Fishman, a Jewish Soviet refugee. In one standout moment from season three, Dr. Guralnik works with a queer couple from different cultural backgrounds, Palestinian American Christine and Lebanese American Nadine. Their complex relationship dynamics and personal traumas spark deep conversations that challenge societal norms and foster understanding.

While moments of healing and growth abound in “Couples Therapy,” it’s Dr. Guralnik’s compassionate approach and commitment to helping her patients that truly stand out. Her presence on the show is a testament to the power of therapy and the human capacity for change and connection. So, if you’re in need of some emotional healing, tune in to “Couples Therapy” to witness the transformative journey of love and self-discovery.