Ep 5. Let It Go
- TV14
- November 5, 2008
- 43 min
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7.8 (215)
Private Practice season 2 episode 5, "Let It Go," centers around the practice trying to help a young girl named Sarah cope with her mother's cancer diagnosis. Sarah's mother, who previously had breast cancer and went into remission, is now facing a terminal diagnosis and has decided to stop treatment.
As the team tries to comfort Sarah and prepare her for the loss of her mother, tension arises between Addison and Sam when Sam disagrees with Addison's decision to refer Sarah to a child therapist instead of allowing her to talk to her mother's oncologist.
Meanwhile, the rest of the practice is dealing with their own personal issues. Cooper is dealing with a difficult patient who is non-compliant with his treatment, and Violet is struggling with her new role as a mother.
Throughout the episode, the characters are forced to confront their own vulnerabilities and learn to let go of things that are out of their control. By the end, they all come together to support Sarah and each other in their time of need.
Overall, "Let It Go" is a poignant episode that explores themes of loss, acceptance, and the importance of emotional support. It showcases the talents of the Private Practice cast in both dramatic and comedic moments and leaves the audience feeling moved and introspective.