Ep 6. All in the Family

The show Private Practice season 4 episode 6 titled "All in the Family" follows the drama of the private lives of doctors and partners of the Seaside Wellness Center in Los Angeles. The episode focuses on the breakdown of relationships and the aftermath of decisions made by some of the characters.

Addison Montgomery (Kate Walsh) is trying to handle her emotions after her estranged father, The Captain (Stephen Collins), shows up with a new girlfriend named Andrea (Lesley Ann Warren) who is the same age as Addison. The Captain intends to marry Andrea but Addison is hesitant to approve of their relationship. Meanwhile, Naomi Bennett (Audra McDonald) is struggling with her decision to put her marriage to Sam Bennett (Taye Diggs) on hold while she pursues a relationship with Fife (Michael Patrick Thornton), the reproductive endocrinologist at the practice. However, Naomi's daughter, Maya (Geffri Maya Hightower), is not too thrilled with the idea of her mother pursuing a relationship with Fife and confronts her about it.

Elsewhere, Cooper Freedman (Paul Adelstein) and Charlotte King (KaDee Strickland) are still trying to figure out their own relationship issues. Charlotte is still recovering from being sexually assaulted and is not ready for intimate moments with Cooper just yet. Cooper is trying to be supportive and understanding but is struggling with his own desires.

In addition to all the personal drama, the doctors at Seaside Wellness are also dealing with some difficult medical cases. Violet Turner (Amy Brenneman) is counseling a teenage couple who are dealing with their own pregnancy issues. The couple is unsure of what to do with the baby and Violet tries to help them make the best decision for their situation.

As the episode progresses, all of the personal and medical issues begin to take a toll on the doctors. They must navigate their way through their own emotional struggles while also dealing with the struggles of their patients.

"All in the Family" is an emotional episode that delves deep into the personal lives of the doctors at Seaside Wellness. It is a reminder that even those in the medical profession have their own flaws and issues that they must deal with. The episode is well-written and well-acted, providing viewers with a gripping and dramatic storyline.