I love therapy shows! And I definitely am in love with In Treatment -- I devour that show. But of course you're a psychology student AND a person with significant experience in therapy -- it makes sense you love shows like this (just as it makes sense for me).

I agree with jilliebean that Paul allows too much of his own transference into sessions.. he's definitely a flawed therapist, though I think he means well and has provided much healing to his clients. I actually relate more to the show because of his flaws. Like you said, so raw - so real.