Why does Dr. Charles' therapist from Chicago Med Season 11 Episode 8 look familiar? Here's where you have seen the actress before

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In Chicago Med Season 11 Episode 8, viewers come across a therapist of Dr. Charles, named Daria. In the episode, Dr. Charles opens up to his therapist about a patient at Med who was waiting for a heart transplant and his own plans on retiring. Yet, the therapist feels Charles isn't being fully open, and her hunch is confirmed when he suffers a panic attack after facing Dr. Morris.

Well, Dr. Charles' therapist in Chicago Med Season 11 might look very familiar to you. If you're wondering why she seems so recognizable, there's a good chance you've seen her in other shows or movies before.

The character was played by American actress Allison Miller, who recently appeared in Law and Order, released last year. One of her most famous roles includes Maggie Bloom in the series A Million Little Things.

Allison Miller started her career with the famous drama, General Hospital, and has been active in the industry since 2006. Continue reading to learn about Allison Miller's other famous works.


Allison Miller's famous movies and TV shows

Allison Miller has made her name in the entertainment industry with her talent and personality. At the beginning of her acting career, Miller mostly appeared in shorter roles in projects like General Hospital, Desperate Housewives, and Boston Legal.

Three years into the industry, she landed a role in Zac Efron's movie 17 Again and also got a series, Kings, where she reportedly appeared in thirteen episodes. She played the role of Michelle Benjamin.

Since then, Allison has been a regular face in movies and TV series, with her other famous works including Go On, Selfie, Strange Calls, and Incorporated.

Fans of 13 Reasons Why will recognize Allison Miller in the role of Sonya in the series. The series revolves around a high school student who takes her own life and leaves behind tapes explaining the reasons and people who influenced her decision.

The series became a hit after its release. Soon after, Allison landed another role in the famous series A Million Little Things, where she played the role of Maggie Brown, a therapist.

The series ran for five seasons and revolved around a friend group. The story takes a turn after one of the friends in the group dies, and the others help each other to deal with loss and face their own fears.

Speaking to Miami Living Magazine about her role, she said:

"I have never felt so connected to a character or project. Preparing to play Maggie, I talked to real breast cancer survivors. It makes the role much more accessible when I get to hear all of their personal stories. It makes me commit to the authenticity of the experience. I have a responsibility. I can’t half a*s it."

Her latest role in Chicago Med Season 11 is being loved by the fans.


Why is Allison Miller's character important in Chicago Med Season 11?

Allison Miller appears in Chicago Med Season 11 Episode 8 in the role of Dr. Daria Schlessinger. She is the therapist of Dr. Charles. However, Allison is not a regular on the series and has appeared in a guest role.

Her character played an important role in helping Charles face his emotions and the trauma he was going through. Through their conversation, she is able to help him acknowledge his feelings, and at one point, he even talks about retirement.

This shows a more human side of Charles as he deals with something that every human is vulnerable to. And without Dr. Daria, it could have been difficult for him to open up about the stress he was dealing with on his own, making her character important.


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Edited by Vatsala Chauhan