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The Best Episodes of Private Practice Season 6

Every episode of Private Practice Season 6 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Private Practice Season 6!

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Having left behind Seattle Grace Hospital, renowned surgeon Addison Forbes Montgomery moves to Los Angeles for sunnier weather and happier possibilities. She reunites with her friends from medical school, joining them at their chic, co-op,

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Private Practice Season 6 Episode 1 - Aftershock
    7.9/10(357 votes)

    #1 - Aftershock

    S6:E1

    Addison settles into her new life after making a decision between Jake and Sam; Violet fears the worst when Pete doesn't show up to his preliminary court hearing; and Charlotte swears Cooper to secrecy when she receives shocking news. Meanwhile, Amelia celebrates one year of sobriety and Sheldon rekindles a romance with his ex-wife.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Private Practice Season 6 Episode 2 - Mourning Sickness
    8.0/10(240 votes)

    #2 - Mourning Sickness

    S6:E2

    The doctors join together for a celebration at Addison's house and to reminisce about the past. Meanwhile, Sheldon counsels a suicidal patient who comes forward with a shocking confession.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Private Practice Season 6 Episode 3 - Good Grief
    7.9/10(232 votes)

    #3 - Good Grief

    S6:E3

    After hearing a patient's chilling confession, Violet turns to Sheldon for advice. Meanwhile, Addison tries to keep her grief a secret, Cooper and Charlotte adapt to their new reality and Sam confronts Sheldon about his denial.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Private Practice Season 6 Episode 4 - You Don't Know What You've Got Till it's Gone
    8.0/10(237 votes)

    #4 - You Don't Know What You've Got Till it's Gone

    S6:E4

    Sheldon fears the worst when a little girl goes missing from the ER; Addison and Jake have a disagreement about one of his patients; and a new doctor joins the team at Saint Ambrose. Meanwhile, Stephanie questions Sam about his past with Addison.

    Director:Ann Kindberg
    Writer:Fred Einesman

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  5. Private Practice Season 6 Episode 5 - The Next Episode
    6.7/10(238 votes)

    #5 - The Next Episode

    S6:E5

    A reality show centered around Sam sheds some light on issues in his colleagues' personal lives. Meanwhile, Sam's mother seeks his help after her boss falls ill; and the search continues for a girl who went missing from St. Ambros.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Private Practice Season 6 Episode 6 - Apron Strings
    7.9/10(226 votes)

    #6 - Apron Strings

    S6:E6

    In this Addison-centric episode, her role as a parent is challenged when Henry's biological mother reappears and asks to be more involved in her young son's life. Meanwhile Addison reconnects with her mentor, who shares a very painful secret.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Private Practice Season 6 Episode 7 - The World According to Jake
    7.7/10(228 votes)

    #7 - The World According to Jake

    S6:E7

    Upon hearing that he must meet with Henry's social worker during a home visit, Jake fears that an incident in his past will come to light. Meanwhile, Addison becomes skeptical of Jake's needy patient and James continues to pursue Amelia.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Private Practice Season 6 Episode 8 - Life Support
    8.0/10(252 votes)

    #8 - Life Support

    S6:E8

    In an episode told from Cooper's point of view, we follow him from the moment of conception through a nasty fight with Charlotte, which inadvertently threatens the lives of their triplets. Meanwhile, Violet comforts a friend who is being advised to take her partner off life-support.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Private Practice Season 6 Episode 9 - I'm Fine
    8.5/10(293 votes)

    #9 - I'm Fine

    S6:E9

    During a dark moment in his life, Sheldon finds happiness with a new woman. Meanwhile, he becomes increasingly suspicious about his patient Nick's involvement in Sarah's disappearance.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Private Practice Season 6 Episode 10 - Georgia on My Mind
    8.2/10(248 votes)

    #10 - Georgia on My Mind

    S6:E10

    Charlotte continues to run the hospital from her bed; Mason starts acting out in school.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Private Practice Season 6 Episode 11 - Good Fries Are Hard to Come By
    7.8/10(224 votes)

    #11 - Good Fries Are Hard to Come By

    S6:E11

    Amelia, now sober for more than a year and on the mend emotionally, goes on a series of disastrous blind dates set up by the other doctors at the practice.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Private Practice Season 6 Episode 12 - Full Release
    8.1/10(227 votes)

    #12 - Full Release

    S6:E12

    Addison attends Henry’s court date and realizes that the judge still has some concerns about Jake’s past, Sheldon introduces Miranda to his friends, and Cooper’s efforts to secure a dream house are put on hold when Charlotte goes into labor.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Private Practice Season 6 Episode 13 - In Which We Say Goodbye
    8.2/10(300 votes)

    #13 - In Which We Say Goodbye

    S6:E13

    Naomi returns to stand by Addison’s side on her wedding day, Cooper struggles with the hardships of being a stay-at-home father, and Violet begins a new project close to her heart, on the Series Finale of “Private Practice

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 6 Ratings Summary

"Aftershock" is the best rated episode of "Private Practice" season 6. It scored 7.9/10 based on 357 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 9/25/2012. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Mourning Sickness".