Ep 1. In Which We Meet Addison, a Nice Girl From Somewhere Else

In the first episode of Private Practice, titled "In Which We Meet Addison, a Nice Girl From Somewhere Else," viewers are introduced to Addison Montgomery, a talented and successful obstetrician-gynecologist from Seattle Grace Hospital. After catching her husband cheating on her with a younger woman, Addison decides to start fresh and moves to Los Angeles to join a private practice.

Addison immediately has a rocky start at the Oceanside Wellness Center. She clashes with her new colleagues, including her old friend from medical school, Sam Bennett, and the outspoken and opinionated Naomi Bennett, who is also Sam's ex-wife. They are skeptical of Addison's ability to fit in with their practice and constantly challenge her.

The practice also includes two other doctors, the socially awkward pediatrician Cooper Freedman and the alternative medicine practitioner and holistic therapist Violet Turner. Lastly, there is the receptionist, Dell Parker who is passionate about helping the less fortunate but is often kept at arm's length by the doctors.

As Addison tries to find her place in the practice, she is also faced with her own personal struggles. She is hurt and angry over her husband's betrayal and is having a hard time adjusting to being single in a new city. Her first case at the practice involves a young woman who is seeking an abortion, which brings up painful memories for Addison as she had an abortion herself when she was younger.

Throughout the episode, viewers start to see glimpses of the characters' personal lives. Sam and Naomi are still figuring out how to co-parent their daughter, Maya, after Naomi's recent remarriage. Cooper is dealing with his own relationship struggles and has a crush on Violet. And Violet, who is seeing a therapist, reveals she had a troubled upbringing and is still struggling with the death of her fiancé.

Despite the challenges, Addison starts to find her footing at the practice. She bonds with her patients, including a couple struggling with infertility and a pregnant woman who has a high-risk pregnancy. As she helps them navigate their own personal struggles, Addison begins to heal and find hope for her own future.

Overall, the first episode of Private Practice sets the stage for a drama-filled series that explores the complexities of medicine and relationships. With strong performances from a talented ensemble cast and compelling storylines, viewers are sure to be hooked from the very beginning.