The Sopranos his familywife Carmela, daughter Meadow, son A. J., and mother Liviawith those of the Mafia family he controls. Because he is prone to bouts of clinical depression, after a fainting spell (triggered by a panic attack), Tony's physician refers him for treatment from psychiatrist Dr. Jennifer Melfi (Lorraine Bracco), in the show's first episode. She treats Tony to the best of her ability despite the fact that they routinely clash over various issues. Melfi is usually thoughtful, rational and humane—a stark contrast to Tony's personality. Tony, a serial womanizer, occasionally divulges his sexual attraction to Dr. Melfi; Melfi harbors some
He Is Risen (The Sopranos) he's being promoted on merit or just to replace Gigi. Later, Tony visits Gloria's dealership and she accompanies him on a test drive. They end up in bed on Tony's boat. Gloria calls Melfi to cancel her session. Melfi hears a man's voice in the background. He Is Risen (The Sopranos) "He Is Risen" is the 34th episode of the HBO original series "The Sopranos" and the eighth of the show's third season. It was written by Robin Green, Mitchell Burgess and Todd A. Kessler, and directed by Allen Coulter, and originally aired on April 15, 2001. As Tony enters