Former ER star Alex Kingston is coming to Private Practice.

The actress has landed the multi-episode role of Marla, a shrink who will help out one of our favorites work through a personal ordeal. Since we're talking about the Private Practice cast (anybody could use a psychiatrist among that bunch), that could be anyone!

She'll be coming on board soon, according to TV Line.

Since her ER days, Kingston has had recurring arcs on Law & Order: SVU and FlashForward. This spring, she will also continue her role as Doctor Who‘s River Song.

Who do you think is seeing a psychiatrist on Private Practice? Do you predict any personal developments for this character on top of her professional duties? Discuss!

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