Ep 8. Adele: Week Two
- TVMA
- November 2, 2010
- 28 min
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7.7 (107)
As we enter week two of therapy with Adele, her sessions with Paul continue to be full of tension and emotional outbursts. Throughout the episode, Adele continues to struggle with the impact of her past traumas and the challenges of her current relationship with a married man, as well as her desire for a child.
Despite her hesitations, Paul pushes Adele to continue exploring her feelings of both desire and guilt, and encourages her to grapple with the complexities of her situation. As the session progresses, Adele begins to open up to Paul about her fears for the future and her uncertainty surrounding her relationship. Paul, in turn, continues to offer a compassionate ear and thoughtful guidance.
Though Adele remains guarded and resistant at times, Paul's patient and non-judgmental approach allows her to slowly start to unpack some of her deepest fears and anxieties. Through their discussions, both Paul and Adele continue to gain a greater understanding of the complexities of her situation, and Adele begins to confront some of the difficult truths she has been avoiding.
Throughout the episode, we also gain a greater sense of Paul's own journey and challenges, as we see him struggle to balance his personal and professional lives. Despite his own struggles, however, Paul remains a dedicated therapist, committed to helping Adele find clarity and peace amidst the chaos of her life.
Overall, this episode of In Treatment offers a powerful examination of the complexities of human relationships and the challenges of navigating our own desires and fears. With expert performances by the show's cast and a compelling script, Adele: Week Two is a standout episode that leaves audiences both moved and deeply reflective.