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Necessary Roughness

A psychotherapists private life comes apart at the seams when she discovers that her husband is cheating on her. Dr. Dani Santino throws herself fully into her work and soon becomes the most sought-after therapist for celebrity clients.

10 Votes (7)

2011 HD 60min TV-PG United States English Canceled
Comedy Drama
sports american football nfl national football league single mother dramedy psychotherapist sports drama

Credits:

Callie Thorne

Dr. Danielle 'Dani' Santino

Scott Cohen

Nico Careles

Mehcad Brooks

Terrence King

John Stamos

Connor McClane

Karissa Lee Staples

Paloma Madsen

S1E1 - Pilot 2011-06-29

Recently divorced, Dr. Dani Santino is assigned to be the new team therapist for the local pro football franchise, the New York Hawks.

S1E2 - Anchor Management 2011-07-06

Dr. Dani begins working with a news anchor (Nicholas Bishop) after he makes some on-air mistakes. Meanwhile, T.K. is sidelined for a game and Lindsay (Hannah Marks) begins seeing a boy that Dani finds suspicious.

S1E3 - Spinning Out 2011-07-13

A NASCAR driver needs help getting back behind the wheel after a crash. Elsewhere, T.K. clashes with a rookie wide receiver; and Lindsay and R.J. lose control of a party theyre throwing.

S1E4 - Habit Forming 2011-07-20

Dani works with rookie Randall Boozler (James Earl), who continues to skip practices.

S1E5 - Poker Face 2011-07-27

A poker pro wants Dani to identify his "tell," which is damaging his career, but Dani thinks there is more behind his problems.

S1E6 - Dream On 2011-08-03

An entrepreneur worries that his frequent nightmares may threaten his success; Dani attends her high school reunion.

S1E7 - Whose Team Are You On 2011-08-10

When infighting among the players wives and girlfriends goes viral, Dani must intervene; Nico searches for a damaging video tape.

S1E8 - Losing Your Swing 2011-08-17

Dani treats a golf star with the "yips; TK gets a new therapist; a former professor sparks Danis interest.

S1E9 - Forget Me Not 2011-08-24

Dani takes on a successful female boxer who is inexplicably losing fights and her memory. Meanwhile, Laz takes TKs therapy to the next level, and Matt receives an enticing offer, just not from Laura.

S1E10 - A Wing and a Player 2011-08-31

Dani helps the Hawks’ and their suicidal mascot get over the playoff curse that’s haunted them for six years. Meanwhile, TK meets his match off the field, and Dani’s relationship with J.D. heats up.

S1E11 - Baggage Claim 2011-09-07

When a moguls way of life puts her empire in danger, she seeks Danis help who is nearing the first anniversary of her divorce.

S1E12 - Goal Line 2011-09-14

Its the game the Hawks have been working towards all season, and everyones got playoff fever-especially TK, whose symptoms include epic freakouts. For some reason, usually-tough TK is spooked big time by Maurice "The Minefield" Manningfield, a take-no-prisoners cornerback from Chicago with a flair for trash talk. And with TKs panic attacks threatening to ruin the Hawks chances (not to mention his relationship with Vivica) Danis got to figure out a way to get inside his head-and get the Minefield out of it-before the big game.

S2E1 - Shrink or Swim 2012-06-06

The Hawks begin facing problems even before the football season begins, the teams owner Marshall Pittman is getting divorced with his wife, who is tryong to take control of everything, and Nico is trying to get ahold of Pittmans daugher, wondering if she has gotten into more trouble, or is hurt. Meanwhile, Dr. Dani tries to hide her relationship with Matt while dealing with the IRS and unpaid taxes along with her son who begins to sleep with his tutor. And Terrence King is trying to deal with getting shot in his own way, without any help from Dr. Dani.

S2E2 - To Swerve and Protect 2012-06-13

Dani helps a roller-derby star get to the bottom of her collapse. Elsewhere, Ray Jay navigates relationship woes; and T.K. must prove he can run or risk losing his bonus.

S2E3 - Wide Deceiver 2012-06-20

A new recruit is sent to Dani for evaluation. T.K. disappears, and Dani is annoyed by Ray Jays new girlfriend.

S2E4 - Slumpbuster 2012-06-27

Dani works with a baseball slugger who has had trouble hitting the ball. Pittman begins exhibiting strange behavior. T.K. must deal with his wound, and Matt bonds with Ray Jay and Lindsay while simultaneously weakening his and Danis relationship.

S2E5 - Mr. Irrelevant 2012-07-11

Dr. Dani works her magic on a world-renown illusionist whose next trick could prove his last. In addition, Dani tells the kids about her relationship with Matt as he learns to navigate front office politics. Plus, TK gets into a Twitter flame war with an all-too-familiar foe.

S2E6 - What's Eating You? 2012-07-18

Dani treats a Hawks linebacker; T.K. causes mischief as he puts the pressure on Damon; Jeanette returns to town; and Lindsay sees a therapist.

S2E7 - Spell It Out 2012-07-25

A spelling-bee champ needs help dealing with his stuttering; T.K. is faced with a problem he thought was in the past; a league representative pays a visit to Nico; and Jeanette delays coming clean.

S2E8 - A Load of Bull 2012-08-01

Dani cowboys up to treat a professional bull rider. Dani and Matt navigate their breakup while Matt and Nico try to keep the reigns on a reporter whos come to Hawks training camp to focus on TK. Ray Jays surprisingly good SAT scores cause tension in his relationship with Olivia.

S2E9 - Might as Well Face It 2012-08-15

Dr. Dani treats a pro video gamer. Matt and Dani find there are "hidden" perks to calling it quits. Training camp is over for the Hawks and its time for Matt and Coach to decide who will make the cut. Razors troublesome past becomes an issue in the present and when TK tries to help him out, it becomes apparent that TK needs help too...and fast.

S2E10 - Double Fault 2012-08-22

Dani helps tennis players who are having problems on and off the court. Elsewhere, T.K. is the victim of a theft, leading Matt to face off with T.K.s agent; Nico discovers a security breach; Ray Jay has a new financial plan; and Jeanettes dilemma comes to a head.

S2E11 - All the King's Horses 2012-08-29

Disaster looms as the Hawks season opener approaches.

S2E12 - Frozen Fish Sticks 2013-01-23

Dani must become a patient in order to get her career back on track; T.K. returns to work but is dismayed to find hes been replaced; and Juliette, Nico and the front office clash after Pittmans death.

S2E13 - Hits and Myths 2013-01-30

Dani treats rock stars; T.K. tries to get his job back; the team adjust to Juliettes leadership; and Dani tries to tap into her subconscious for insight into her love life.

S2E14 - The Fall Guy 2013-02-06

Dr. Dani tries to help hot-tempered Coach Purnell keep his cool. Also, Nico and Matt investigate a major scandal. Meanwhile, TK turns to the Hawks Quarterback to try and get himself back up to #1 wide out.

S2E15 - Regret Me Not 2013-02-21

Dani tries to unearth the cause of Quarterback Rex Evans rage problem. Meanwhile, TK looks for help because hes getting worked on and off the field.

S2E16 - There's the Door 2013-02-21

Season Finale

S3E1 - Ch-Ch-Changes 2013-06-12

Dani receives a tempting offer from a businessman. Elsewhere, TK tries to adjust to a tough new coach; Nico returns; and Dani helps a baseball player confront his fear of flying.

S3E2 - Gimme Some Lovin' 2013-06-19

Dani helps a former child star struggling with growing pains that have put her career on the rocks. Connor works to revamp TK’s image to snag a major endorsement. Nico finds himself at odds with Dani.

S3E3 - Swimming with Sharks 2013-06-26

Dani steps in to help a star basketball player whose career is in free throw freefall. Connor goes to war with a rival management company. TK might be the war’s first casualty.

S3E4 - Snap Out Of It 2013-07-10

Dani helps a self-help guru who doesnt believe in talk therapy. TK meets his match in Sheera. Nico gathers inside information on V3.

S3E5 - V3 for Vendetta 2013-07-10

Connor searches for the mole at V3; Dani helps an accountant with a secret; Paloma wants to get on the fast track; TKs relationship with Sheera heats up.

S3E6 - Good Will Haunting 2013-07-24

Dani works with a fantasy writer; a sex tape scandal threatens TKs career. Meanwhile, Connor works on damage control and Nico has information that could shake up V3.

S3E7 - Bringing the Heat 2013-07-31

Connor asks Dr. Dani to resume a course of therapy with her very first V3 client. TK struggles to shake Sheera after their break-up. Nico continues to work behind the scenes for the FBI to investigate the scandal at V3.

S3E8 - The Game's Afoot 2013-08-07

Dr. Dani treats two track stars with a bad case of sibling rivalry. TK’s quest for his first championship ring is put in jeopardy. Nico searches for a washed-out athlete, who just might be the missing piece to the V3 puzzle.

S3E9 - Sucker Punch 2013-08-14

Dr. Dani treats a boxer who wants to get back in the ring. Elsewhere, TK seeks treatment at the V3 clinic and Nico follows a new lead.

S3E10 - Sympathy For the Devil 2013-08-21

Dr. Dani searches for her missing client as the V3 scandal comes to a head. Meanwhile, TK may be benched for the big game and Nico has a surprise visitor.