Welcome to Reality Check Therapy Hour, the podcast where two licensed therapists dive into the fascinating world of reality TV! Join your hosts, Chenelle Ellie, LCSW-C, and Maggie Blackburn, LCSW-C, as they offer their unique blend of professional insights and personal opinions on the lives and dramas of your favorite reality show stars.
Each week, Chenelle and Maggie analyze the latest episodes of popular reality TV shows, exploring the psychological dynamics and relationship patterns that unfold on screen. With their combined expertise in relationship anxiety, family dynamics, and emotional well-being, they provide thoughtful commentary on the behaviors, conflicts, and growth of reality TV personalities.
But it's not all serious talk! Chenelle and Maggie bring a fun, engaging, and relatable approach to their discussions, sharing laughs and candid thoughts on the wild and unpredictable world of reality TV. Whether you're a reality TV superfan or just curious about the therapeutic perspectives on these shows, Reality Check Therapy Hour promises to be an entertaining and enlightening listen.
Tune in every week for a dose of reality, therapy, and plenty of laughs. And don't forget to reach out with your questions and thoughts—Chenelle and Maggie love hearing from their listeners and might even answer your queries on the show!
Summer House S 10 Ep. 3 and Tell Me Lies Series Finale Recap
Chenelle and Maggie discuss the series finale of Tell Me Lies! They discuss Pipa's horrible reaction to Lucy's confession, why Lucy possibly left the wedding with Stephen, and of course Stephen's speech at the wedding. Then they dive into recaping this week's episode of Summer House. They discuss both Kyle and Amanda's perspective and Kyle's difficulty to address the issues Amanda is bringing up about his partying and drinking.
Maggie Blackburn, LCSW-C:
https://www.mindfulreflectionstherapy.com
Chenelle Ellie, LCSW-C:
www.selfcared4.com (https://www.selfcared4.com/)
Maggie and Chenelle also offer psychoeducational groups and webinars throughout the year! You can sign up for these no matter where you live! We will add those opportunities to our show notes so you can sign up!
Want to join one of Chenelle's Mother Hunger groups? Check out her website www.selfcared4.com to reach out for more information!
If you'd like to follow Chenelle on TikTok for fast reactions to reality tv, check her out at tiktok.com/cheerstorealitytears
Check out Reality Check Therapy Hour updates in Instagram at www.instagram.com/realitychecktherapyhour
13 Feb 2026
Summer House S. 10 Ep. 1-2 and Tell Me Lies Recap
Maggie and Chenelle discuss the downfall of Kyle and Amanda's marriage, Ciara's conversation about her childhood and how this affects her mental health, and the hilarious scenes with the bed bugs on Summer House. Then they discuss all the crazy drama on Tell Me Lies!
Maggie Blackburn, LCSW-C:
https://www.mindfulreflectionstherapy.com
Chenelle Ellie, LCSW-C:
www.selfcared4.com (https://www.selfcared4.com/)
Maggie and Chenelle also offer psychoeducational groups and webinars throughout the year! You can sign up for these no matter where you live! We will add those opportunities to our show notes so you can sign up!
Want to join one of Chenelle's Mother Hunger groups? Check out her website www.selfcared4.com to reach out for more information!
If you'd like to follow Chenelle on TikTok for fast reactions to reality tv, check her out at tiktok.com/cheerstorealitytears
Check out Reality Check Therapy Hour updates in Instagram at www.instagram.com/realitychecktherapyhour
6 Feb 2026
Season 4 Ep. 8 Recap!
Chenelle and Maggie Rob and Candiance's game strategies and whether Rob made a good decision with choosing Eric as a traitor.
Maggie Blackburn, LCSW-C:
https://www.mindfulreflectionstherapy.com
Chenelle Ellie, LCSW-C:
www.selfcared4.com (https://www.selfcared4.com/)
Maggie and Chenelle also offer psychoeducational groups and webinars throughout the year! You can sign up for these no matter where you live! We will add those opportunities to our show notes so you can sign up!
Want to join one of Chenelle's Mother Hunger groups? Check out her website www.selfcared4.com to reach out for more information!
If you'd like to follow Chenelle on TikTok for fast reactions to reality tv, check her out at tiktok.com/cheerstorealitytears
Check out Reality Check Therapy Hour updates in Instagram at www.instagram.com/realitychecktherapyhour
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