Episode 4 of 90 Day: The Last Resort aired on December 23, 2024, and featured a turning point for Natalie Mordovtseva as she confronted her personal struggles during an emotional therapy session. Speaking to psychotherapist James Kelleher, Natalie stated:
“I'm a human. I made a mistake, but I'm willing to admit and keep going.”
She said it while reflecting on her recent actions at the club in the previous episode, and their impact on her relationships.
The 90 Day: The Last Resort episode highlighted the continued tension between Natalie and her fellow cast members while reinforcing the series' central theme: providing couples with a therapeutic retreat to salvage their troubled relationships.
The episode also saw Jasmine confronting Natalie for crossing boundaries and calling Sophie "trash," sparking tension among the cast. Meanwhile, Gino and Jasmine explored intimacy issues, with Jasmine suggesting an open relationship, leaving Gino and the group stunned.
90 Day: The Last Resort: Natalie’s solo therapy session
During her one-on-one session with psychotherapist James Kelleher in 90 Day: The Last Resort episode 4, Natalie delved into her deeply rooted insecurities and the beliefs that have shaped her behavior in relationships. James observed that Natalie’s internal narrative revolved around feelings of inadequacy, saying:
“The beliefs that are in your brain sound something like, I’m not good enough, I’m less than, I’m weak.”
In response, Natalie shared:
“I don’t deserve to be loved... I have to fight for love. I have to prove I deserve to be loved.”
James guided Natalie toward a healthier perspective, encouraging her to embrace affirmations like “I am good enough. I am loved.” He emphasized the importance of vulnerability in her relationship with Josh, advising her to share her emotions openly. James suggested:
“The very first step is to share a little bit with Josh of what you’ve been through... I think it’s important that you trust Josh.”
In a confessional, James reflected on Natalie’s emotional journey, noting that unresolved childhood traumas significantly influenced her behavior in romantic relationships. He expressed hope for Natalie’s progress, stating:
“She wants to be loved. She wants to be cared for... She deserves all of those things.”
James praised her for taking the first step toward growth, saying, “You should be proud of yourself.” Despite this breakthrough, Natalie revealed in a confessional that while she recognized the need to apologize to the group, she struggled with caring about their opinions.
Highlights of 90 Day: The Last Resort episode 4
The drama between Natalie and the group reached a boiling point in 90 Day: The Last Resort episode 4. Jasmine voiced her frustration with Natalie’s actions during a heated group discussion.
The tension stemmed from Natalie’s reaction to learning about her partner Josh’s interactions with Sophie, leading to a confrontation that shocked the group. Jasmine, visibly upset, confronted Natalie, saying:
“You b***h, I’m sick and tired of dealing with this. I’ve been patient; I have tried to talk to her.”
While Stacey and Sophie attempted to mediate, Jasmine apologized to Sophie on Natalie’s behalf, saying, “I’m very sorry she called you trash.” Sophie expressed her gratitude for Jasmine’s support, while Josh reflected on the recurring issues in his relationship with Natalie, stating:
“This is what happens. Natalie gets like this... That was the whole point of coming here—to see if we could break this habit, this cycle of explosion.”
The 90 Day: The Last Resort episode also explored other couples’ challenges, including Gino and Jasmine’s discussion of an open relationship. When Gino admitted his fantasy of including a third person in their marriage, Jasmine surprised the group by revealing her perspective. She clarified that her idea of a “third person” involved an open arrangement to address their intimacy struggles.
“For me, I’ve started thinking about having a person that will satisfy that need from me,” Jasmine explained.
Gino, visibly stunned, expressed concerns about their relationship, while fellow cast member Florian Sukaj questioned how such an arrangement could work.
In another moment from 90 Day: The Last Resort, Brandon and Julia clash over Julia’s choice of attire during a night out. Brandon criticized her for dressing provocatively, accusing her of prioritizing attention from others over their relationship. Julia defended her independence, stating:
“You are my husband, you should be my side. And you call me a w***e. That is not proper for a husband to call his wife.”
The episode also featured the couples’ first s*x therapy session, where they explored physical intimacy using a paintbrush activity. While the session strengthened Gino and Jasmine’s bond, Ariela Weinberg and Biniyam Shibre faced challenges due to a lack of physical connection.
90 Day: The Last Resort airs every Monday on TLC at 8/7c.