After a van containing two young children ends up in the river, Beck finds herself drawn to the young girl, Eden, and the investigation into a tape found in the vehicle turns up a mysterious passing involving a controversial attachment therapy technique. Beck tries to do the right thing by saving Eden, only to find herself torn when it seems as though there is nothing she can do to help. The investigation into the rebirthing turns up a foster family who abuses the children in their care, but not all of the children agree that it was abuse.
s08e01 - Informed
s08e02 - Clock
s08e03 - Recall
s08e04 - Uncle
s08e05 - Confrontation
s08e06 - Infiltrated
s08e07 - Underbelly
s08e08 - Cage
s08e09 - Choreographed
s08e10 - Scheherezade
s08e11 - Burned
s08e12 - Outsider
s08e13 - Loophole
s08e14 - Dependent
s08e15 - Haystack
s08e16 - Philadelphia
s08e17 - Sin
s08e18 - Responsible
s08e19 - Florida
s08e20 - Annihilated
s08e21 - Pretend
s08e22 - Screwed
The drama follows Det. Elliot Stabler, a seasoned veteran of the unit who has seen it all, and his partner, Olivia Benson, whose difficult past is the reason she joined the unit.
Overseeing the team is Capt. Donald Cragen. Cragen's tough but supportive approach to the team's complex cases guides the squad through the challenges they face every day. Also featured is Det. John Munch, a transfer from Baltimore's hugging unit, who brings his acerbic wit, conspiracy theories and street-honed investigative skills. Munch is partnered with Det. Odafin Tutuola, whose unique sense of humor and investigative experience make him a formidable match for Munch.
Assistant District Attorney Alexandra Cabot, and her successor, ADA Casey Novak add a legal component to the series through their efforts to bring closure to the intense investigations. Also aiding the detectives is forensic psychiatrist Dr. George Huang, whose insight into the minds of the accused often provides significant clues that lead to the resolution of a case, and M.E. Melinda Warner, who helps the detectives get the evidence they need from the bodies they find.