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Everyone’s favorite therapist is back wreaking havoc. Season two of Shrinking is out with two episodes, opening up with (spoiler alert for those who have yet to catch up) Jimmy (Jason Segel) going to visit Grace (Heidi Gardner) in jail after she — kind of at his instruction — pushes her abusive husband off a cliff. Literally.

More of the good… While the last season seemed to foreshadow Jimmy’s colleague, mentor, and fan favorite Paul Rhoades (Harrison Ford) being written off, we’re all happy to see that not only is he still around, he’s got even more screen time. Neighbors Liz (Christa Miller) and Derek (Ted McGinley) also pop in more often, but we’re reserving our judgment on whether or not that’s in the pros or cons list until more episodes are out. So far it’s a pro.

…And more of the bad. Jimmy’s questionable emotional intelligence seems to be back with a vengeance this time around, with the character sometimes outright rejecting sage advice and insight from Paul, who wants Jimmy to reconsider his relationship with his clients. But this time, it’s not his relationship with daughter Alice (Lukita Max) that’s suffering in consequence, but his friendship with his colleague (and deceased wife’s best friend) Gaby (Jessica Williams).

Great writing still exists. The sharp, quirky — and sometimes plain awkward — comedy that made Shrinking a loveable hit is exactly how it was, as are the (often surprisingly) poignant and heartfelt moments that have us reaching for the tissue box.

WHERE TO WATCH IT- You can find Shrinking on AppleTV+, or watch the trailer on YouTube (runtime, 2:43).

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