Ep 9. Psycho/Therapist

"Psycho/Therapist," episode nine of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit's fifteenth season, follows the investigation into the apparent suicide of a successful therapist named Dr. Alex Weston. While initial evidence points to suicide, Benson and her team soon uncover a myriad of secrets regarding Dr. Weston's personal and professional life that suggest a much darker truth.

As the investigation progresses, multiple suspects emerge, including Dr. Weston's former patients who were involved in a questionable and experimental therapy program run by Weston. The team questions the validity of Dr. Weston's therapy and the ethics behind it, drawing out emotional reactions and tension from those connected to the case.

Meanwhile, Benson has to deal with some emotional turmoil of her own as she clashes with a tough new prosecutor who takes an aggressive approach in the courtroom and calls into question Benson's methods and authority. As Benson navigates these internal and external challenges, the case takes a shocking turn that will leave viewers on the edge of their seats.

The episode's themes revolve around the ethics of therapy, the responsibility of professionals and institutions to protect their patients, and the consequences of unchecked power. As always in Law & Order: SVU, the acting and writing are top-notch, with powerful performances from Mariska Hargitay and the rest of the cast. Fans of the show will not be disappointed by this intense and thought-provoking episode.