Overview

• On July 10, cameras captured Judge in an emotional therapy session during the season 19 premiere of The Real Housewives of Orange County.
• She expressed regret for publicly declaring she was “on the spectrum” after only one therapy session and no formal diagnosis.
• Her therapist noted that heightened sensory sensitivities and intrusive thoughts can resemble autism symptoms but stressed that a formal assessment is needed.
• Judge traced her emotional struggles to a custody battle with ex-husband Simon Barney, estrangement from daughter Sidney, and her absent father.
• She said she is committed to therapy to develop strategies for emotional regulation and rebuild trust in relationships.