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Dr. Phil (2002 – 2023)

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Dr. PhilSeason 13

174 episodes · Sep 9, 2014

1. Vanished on Vacation: Beautiful Blonde Goes Missing in Aruba
Sep 9, 2014 · 45m

In a studio setting, Dr. Phil engages Gary Giordano, the individual most frequently cited as a person of interest in the 2011 disappearance of Robyn Gardner during a trip to Aruba. He extends an offer to Giordano: a polygraph examination.

2. Exclusive: The Father Acquitted of Murdering the Drunk Driver Who Killed His Sons
Sep 10, 2014 · 45m

Weeks after David’s acquittal on charges stemming from the shooting of the drunk driver who killed their two young sons, Dr. Phil engages with David and Cindy Barajas.

3. Sons of Guns Reality Show Scandal: The Daughter Speaks Out
Sep 11, 2014 · 45m

In his latest program, Dr. Phil engages with Stephanie Hayden, daughter of Will Hayden, known for his role in "Sons of Guns," who faces accusations of statutory rape involving a twelve-year-old. He also resumes his conversation with Hayden

4. Get Out of My House: The Ultimate Mother-Nanny Feud
Sep 12, 2014 · 45m

The studio lights glared as the mother and the woman who had once lived within her home found themselves in direct confrontation. The encounter, broadcast before a national audience, occurred on Dr. Phil’s stage, a consequence of the former

5. Exclusive: The Mother Who Attempted to Kill Herself and Her Autistic Daughter
Sep 15, 2014 · 45m

Issy Stapleton’s mother recounted the story of her failed attempt to take their lives.

6. Exclusive: Kelli Stapleton: A Mother's Worst Nightmare
Sep 16, 2014 · 45m

Issy Stapleton’s mother recounts her own struggle with suicidal thoughts, the subtle indicators that preceded them, and offers guidance for those who wish to support Issy in building a stable and fulfilling life.

7. Is Mom Leading a Secret Life, or Are These Daughters Caught Up in Drama?
Sep 17, 2014 · 45m

Her daughters allege their mother is conducting a clandestine affair, carefully concealing it behind the appearance of marital bliss. She, in turn, accuses them of fabricating stories and spreading falsehoods, demanding they cease their int

8. NFL Domestic Violence: There Are No Sidelines, Only Sides
Sep 18, 2014 · 45m

Former NFL player Chris Johnson recently addressed the issue of domestic violence, referencing his former teammate Ray Rice. In a separate account, Trichele stated that she shot and killed her husband in an act of self-defense, citing years

9. My Mom Ruined My Life by Keeping Me from My Dad
Sep 19, 2014 · 45m

Monica describes her thirteen-year-old daughter as volatile, prone to outbursts, and beyond her control. The girl, in turn, accuses her mother of abuse and of deliberately separating her from her father. Robin McGraw then makes an announcem

10. I Spanked My Wife With a Wooden Spoon, and She Needs to Repent
Sep 22, 2014 · 45m

Renee documented her husband's abuse on video, ultimately providing evidence that led to his imprisonment.

11. My Husband Spanked Me With a Wooden Spoon, and He Wants Me to Apologize?!
Sep 23, 2014 · 45m

Renee documents the violence inflicted upon her by her husband, actions that ultimately lead to his imprisonment. She also shares reflections on encounters with notable visitors.

12. E.R. Visits, Nearly 100 Calls to Police: Should They Redo Their I Dos?
Sep 24, 2014 · 45m

Jaime attributes the end of her marriage to her husband's abusive behavior. He, however, claims her actions consistently provoke him, leading to outbursts. Despite the history of conflict, they are exploring the possibility of reconciliatio

13. Two Mothers Facing the Unthinkable
Sep 25, 2014 · 45m

Following a court decision, actress Kelly Rutherford’s children are required to reside with their father in France. One of the children, a twelve-year-old, has been diagnosed with Tourette's syndrome.

14. He's Nearly 30 and Engaged to My Teen With Braces
Sep 26, 2014 · 45m

According to Jean, her seventeen-year-old daughter embodied the quintessential American ideal until she began a relationship with a divorced man of twenty-eight; a closer examination of his past reveals a complex story.

15. My Ex Won't Stop Videotaping and Posting Our Out of Control Son's Tantrums
Sep 29, 2014 · 45m

The mother finds herself struggling to guide her seven-year-old son's behavior. She requires assistance in establishing consistent discipline and fostering self-control within him.

16. The War of the Larosa's
Sep 30, 2014 · 45m

Their union, forged in a whirlwind of affection after a mere eight weeks, now faced unforeseen challenges. A newly married couple found themselves navigating the complexities of their relationship, striving to mend the cracks that had begun

17. Love Scams: My Mother Sent Her Catfish 300k Plus 3 Cars
Oct 1, 2014 · 45m

At seventy years of age, she harbored a desire to relocate to Ghana, drawn by the prospect of uniting with a man she had only ever known through the digital world. Their courtship had blossomed online, yet they had yet to meet in person.

18. Family on Fire: Caught on Tape
Oct 2, 2014 · 45m

A knot of worry tightens in their chests as parents grapple with the sudden, daily outbursts of their teenage daughter. Violent breakdowns have become a relentless feature of her life, leaving them searching for an understanding of the caus

19. I'm Afraid of My Mother: Does She Really Have Multiple Personalities
Oct 3, 2014 · 45m

A nagging doubt settled between them: was their mother truly afflicted with multiple personalities, or did she simply offer the excuse of alcohol for her increasingly erratic conduct?

20. Our Dad Left Our Dying Mother for a Woman Who Claims to Be a Kennedy Heir
Oct 6, 2014 · 45m

Trisha and Danielle share a firm conviction: the woman their father connected with online, the one he believes to be an heiress, is likely a deception. They suspect she is a "catfish."

21. A Family's Battle With a Violent, Homicidal, Schizophrenic Son
Oct 7, 2014 · 45m

Sharon and Robert describe their twenty-five-year-old son as prone to violent outbursts and unpredictable anger. They live in constant fear that his repeated threats might one day manifest into deadly action.

22. An Online Hate Group is Stalking Us and Ruining Our Lives
Oct 8, 2014 · 45m

A pair claim to be under siege from an online hate group, allegedly orchestrated by a former employee harboring resentment over the closure of their business.

23. My Honor Roll Teen is Pregnant by Her 30-Year-Old Bad Boy
Oct 9, 2014 · 45m

She confessed to having orchestrated her own pregnancy, a desperate gamble intended to force her family's acceptance of an abusive, thirty-year-old ex-convict boyfriend.

24. My Scheming, Lying, Swindling Sister
Oct 10, 2014 · 45m

According to Lisa, her half-sister’s deceitful actions extend to forging checks and fabricating stories concerning the deaths of their father and brother.

25. Give My Daughter Back or Get Out of My Life!
Oct 13, 2014 · 45m

Dana, a woman with a history of battling addiction, is consumed by fury at her sister’s unwillingness to release temporary guardianship of her teenage daughter.

26. 10 Psychiatrists, 7 Psych Wards and 7 Arrests: My Son is Like a Wild Animal!
Oct 14, 2014 · 45m

His parents describe their twenty-four-year-old son as having severe anger problems, marked by threats of violence against them. He claims their behavior constitutes disrespect and deliberate provocation.

27. My Husband Kidnapped My Kids 45 Years Ago -- Help Me Find Them!
Oct 15, 2014 · 45m

Troy Dunn, a professional locator, facilitated a reunion between Dottie and two of her three children, whom she maintains were taken from her by their father forty years prior.

28. A Father Accused: The Search for the Truth
Oct 16, 2014 · 45m

Megan alleges that her father sexually assaulted her while she was unconscious following a night of heavy drinking. They have both consented to undergo polygraph examinations.

29. Should They Kick Him Out?
Oct 17, 2014 · 45m

They had reached a breaking point with their son. His adult years had been marked by a pervasive lack of ambition, a disheartening inertia that kept him reliant on their support. He spoke of a desire for independence, yet the meager earning

30. Why is My Prince Charming Hurting Me?
Oct 20, 2014 · 45m

Beth describes her partner, who resides with her, as a man of deceit, infidelity, and destructive habits. He is also, she says, deeply narcissistic and subjects her to daily verbal abuse. She is increasingly concerned about the impact this

31. Who's Stalking Who?: Two Women Obsessed
Oct 21, 2014 · 45m

Canda reports enduring a three-year campaign of cyberstalking and harassment at the hands of someone she has never encountered in person.

32. Footsteps in the Snow: The Cold Case Murder of Maria Ridulph
Oct 22, 2014 · 45m

Though he maintained his innocence throughout, Jack McCullough, formerly known as John Tessier, was convicted in the 1957 murder of seven-year-old Maria Ridulph.

33. A Real-Life “Catch Me if You Can”: Is This the World's Greatest Teen Con Artist?
Oct 23, 2015 · 45m

Matthew Scheidt, still young, was found guilty of posing as a physician assistant and practicing medicine without the required license. Subsequently, he faced further charges for impersonating a police officer.

34. Bob and Dorothy Return: “Should I Divorce My Wife for Harassing Me?”
Oct 24, 2014 · 45m

The pair, once known for their fiery affection, returned to the performance, their discord now a palpable thing. Their relationship had deteriorated further, the cracks widening into a chasm.

35. Handsome and Homeless: A Down-and-Out Romeo
Oct 27, 2014 · 45m

Known online as "Homeless Joe," the man has carved out a life for himself on the streets of Manhattan, eking out an existence through soliciting donations and assisting women.

36. Bright, Beautiful and Blowing It: “Help My Teen Before It's Too Late!”
Oct 28, 2014 · 45m

Emily, fifteen years old, is described by her mother as someone struggling with drug use, a presence that consistently disrupts the household. Her stepfather, weary of the ongoing turmoil, has expressed a desire for her to leave home.

37. Minny and Lon Return: “What Can We Do to Get Our Children Out of Foster Care?”
Oct 29, 2014 · 45m

Following Andrue’s suicide attempt, his three younger siblings were taken into protective custody, a consequence of his allegations of abuse made against their parents. The parents, now estranged, have each accused the other of wrongdoing.

38. Abused Wife Refuses to Leave Her Pro Fighter Husband
Oct 30, 2014 · 45m

From within the confines of a jail cell, Kaitlyn’s husband, a professional fighter, offered his perspective on the accusations leveled against him. He is charged with assaulting her on two occasions during a single weekend, yet she maintain

39. Death on 5th Avenue: Millionaire Mom Accused of Murdering Son Speaks from Rikers Island
Oct 31, 2014 · 45m

Gigi Jordan, the wealthy socialite, confessed to murdering her eight-year-old son, claiming the act was an attempt at protection.

40. The Mystery of Michelle O'Connell: A Family Divided
Nov 3, 2014 · 45m

The death of the young mother by gunfire has fractured her family, following the authorities’ determination that it was a self-inflicted wound.

41. Three Daughters, Three Addicts, One Family Being Torn Apart
Nov 4, 2014 · 45m

Three women in their twenties, each deeply entangled with heroin addiction, find their lives sustained by their parents' enabling. Dr. Phil extends an offer of assistance to the sisters, but with one significant and unwavering stipulation.

42. Lethal Love: “We Believe Our Son's Girlfriend Killed Him”
Nov 5, 2014 · 45m

The aftermath of his death settled upon them like a suffocating shroud. His parents, consumed by grief, directed blame at his girlfriend. She, in turn, saw in his parents a negligence that had contributed to the tragedy. Each felt responsib

43. The Secret World of Sugar Babies & Kendra Wilkinson on Top
Nov 6, 2014 · 45m

A woman and her daughter justify their choices, seeking financial gain through relationships with affluent, married men. A sugar baby reveals her arrangement to her fiancé, while reality television personality Kendra Wilkinson shares her st

44. Shocking Accusations: A Husband Poisoned? A Hit and Run?
Nov 7, 2014 · 45m

Nikki reports that the man she married, and the father of her two young children, has become abusive. He, in turn, alleges that she is attempting to harm him.

45. Hypochondriac, High Drama or Really Sick? “My Sister's Illnesses are Destroying Our Family”
Nov 10, 2014 · 45m

Shemida claims to live with over seventy ailments, yet her own family suggests a portion of these conditions are invented.

46. Hypochondriac, High Drama or Really Sick? Saving Shemida
Nov 11, 2014 · 45m

Shemida’s multitude of diagnoses, numbering over seventy, has become a source of profound strain within her family, they say, threatening to unravel the bonds that hold them together.

47. Blacklisted by Mom: “Can We Speak to Our Dad Before He Dies?”
Nov 12, 2014 · 45m

The four siblings believe their mother has effectively barred them from the family, denying them access to their father in his final illness. He is fading, weakened by bone cancer, and they are being kept away from him.

48. Survivor Todd's Shocking Relapse: The Life or Death Intervention
Nov 13, 2014 · 45m

Todd Herzog, known from "Survivor: China," is reportedly struggling with relapse, prompting his family to organize another intervention focused on his alcohol addiction. They believe a return to the show is necessary to address his ongoing

49. Will Survivor Todd Take Dr. Phil’s Help? Plus, What Happened to “Homeless Joe”?
Nov 14, 2014 · 45m

Dr. Phil persists in his advocacy for Todd Herzog, the "Survivor: China" contestant requiring critical medical attention. He also provides an update on "Homeless Joe," who previously accepted an offer of assistance for his alcoholism during

50. The “Here Comes Honey Boo Boo” Scandal: Mama June Speaks Out
Nov 17, 2014 · 45m

June "Mama June" Shannon, mother to nine-year-old reality television personality Alana "Honey Boo Boo" Thompson, addresses circulating rumors regarding a relationship with an individual who has a history of sexual offenses.

51. Exclusive: The Boy under the Stairs? What Did His Stepmom Know? Plus, Uncle Poodle Responds to Mama June
Nov 18, 2014 · 45m

The woman who serves as stepmother to the severely malnourished five-year-old, discovered locked within a cramped closet in his residence, maintains she was unaware of his condition. Meanwhile, Mama June’s Uncle Poodle offers his perspectiv

52. A Dentist's Dilemma: “My Ex-Wife and Ex-Girlfriend Are Plotting against Me!”
Nov 19, 2014 · 45m

Rick maintains that his former wife and partner have conspired to dismantle his life, most notably by restricting his access to his child. They allege a pattern of controlling and abusive behavior, expressing a shared apprehension regarding

53. Molested for over 10 Years: “Why Won't My Grandma Believe Me?”
Nov 20, 2014 · 45m

The adult daughters faced their grandmother, a chasm of years and unspoken truths separating them. They sought a reckoning with the past, a denial that had festered for decades: the claim that her husband had inflicted years of abuse upon t

54. Grandma Returns: Will She Finally Apologize for Her Molester Husband?
Nov 21, 2014 · 45m

The grandmother of two sisters denies the truth of her husband’s sexual abuse of them. This article offers essential information for parents seeking to protect their children.

55. “My Drunken Daughter Will Die if She Doesn't Stop Drinking Hand Sanitizer”
Nov 24, 2014 · 45m

Kristine, battling a relentless alcohol addiction, has turned to hand sanitizer as an inexpensive substitute for her preferred poison. She attributes her struggle with sobriety to the deep-seated dysfunction within her family, a narrative s

56. “My Father Offered Me as a 'Maiden' Sacrifice to an Alleged Cult Leader”
Nov 25, 2014 · 45m

Lindsay alleges that her father knowingly disregarded the sexual abuse she suffered at the hands of a cult leader during a period spanning her teenage and young adult years, from thirteen to twenty-three.

57. “My Wife or My Girlfriend? Dr. Phil, You Decide”
Nov 26, 2014 · 45m

The meeting of Melvin’s wife and his girlfriend was a fraught occasion. Afterward, he made a demand of Dr. Phil: he insisted the television personality decide which woman he would keep.

58. Cyberbullied After My Son's Death
Nov 28, 2014 · 45m

A mother consumed by grief reports that an acquaintance from the past is now tormenting her through online channels. In a separate tragedy, a fifteen-year-old girl took her own life after enduring relentless cyberbullying from an anonymous

59. A Daughter on the Brink: Did Mom Push Her Over the Edge?
Dec 1, 2014 · 45m

Dana describes her twenty-three-year-old daughter as a drug addict whose choices have fractured their family. The daughter, in turn, holds her mother responsible for provoking her struggles.

60. “My Fight With Food Is Ruining My Life”
Dec 2, 2014 · 45m

Bound by shared indulgence, two friends find their figures expanding in tandem. One woman harbors a bleak conviction: love and marriage are unattainable without shedding pounds. A former fitness icon now views her reflection with disdain. M

61. Gold Digger or Girl in Danger?
Dec 3, 2014 · 45m

Andre believes his sister targets men of wealth and influence, and he harbors a deep apprehension that her alluring and manipulative nature will ultimately lead to her demise.

62. “I Thought My Daughter Was Abducted”: Why Does This Pretty 16-Year-Old Keep Going Missing?
Dec 4, 2014 · 45m

In the past eight months, sixteen-year-old Layton has left home on more than twenty occasions, and she readily acknowledges the likelihood of doing so again.

63. “My Husband Used to Abuse Me, So Now I'm Abusing Him”
Dec 5, 2014 · 45m

Teresa recounts that her husband’s past included infidelity and abuse, a pattern that only ceased when he sought treatment for his anger. Now, a simmering rage consumes her, and she frequently unleashes it upon him, often within earshot of

64. “My Bulimic Daughter Thinks Calories are Contagious”
Dec 8, 2014 · 45m

Bella, at fifteen, cycles through episodes of intense eating followed by purging thirty to forty times each day. She washes her hands with a compulsive fervor, changes her clothes repeatedly throughout the day, and holds her breath, despera

65. A Woman's Memories of Murder: Was There a Crime or Another Traumatic Event?
Dec 9, 2014 · 45m

Lauren claims she was abducted, trafficked into sexual slavery, and forced to witness a murder; however, law enforcement officials remain skeptical of her account.

66. The Cougar Controversy: Older Women Dating Younger Men
Dec 10, 2014 · 45m

The pairings were unconventional: three women, each seeking companionship with men twenty to thirty years their junior.

67. The “Honey Boo Boo” Scandal: Chickadee and Grandma Speak Out
Dec 11, 2014 · 45m

Anna "Chickadee" Cardwell, known from "Here Comes Honey Boo Boo," along with her grandmother and Uncle Poodle, share their perspectives on Mama June Shannon’s relationship with a pedophile.

68. Black and Blue: Race Relations in America
Dec 12, 2014 · 45m

The echoes of injustice resonate in these stories: the family of Eric Garner, whose life was tragically cut short following a police chokehold; the mother of Michael Brown, forever marked by the officer-inflicted wound that ended her son's

69. Young, in Love and in over Their Heads
Dec 15, 2014 · 45m

Natalie, still young, describes her boyfriend as having a volatile temper, and she lives in fear for her own safety and that of their ten-month-old son.

70. Is Dad a Bad Santa or Should His Son Be Put on the Naughty List?
Dec 16, 2014 · 45m

At thirty-two, he remains dependent on his parents, harboring a deep resentment toward his father, a bitterness that often manifests as a wish for the man's demise. His father, in turn, views him as a spoiled and incapable layabout, convinc

71. The Night Four Girls Went into the Woods and Only Three Came Out Alive
Dec 17, 2014 · 45m

Seventeen-year-old Shemida received a sentence of twenty-three years imprisonment for luring a friend into the woods and murdering her. Her family has long accused her of exaggerating illness for attention, and she now returns to the progra

72. “I'm Divorcing the Real-Life Mommy Dearest”
Dec 18, 2014 · 45m

Jamie describes his former wife as a persistent source of verbal attacks directed at their two children. The conflict has escalated to a point where he has sought a protective order. While Jennifer disputes accusations of abuse, she admits

73. Inside the Bill Cosby Sex Scandal
Dec 19, 2014 · 45m

The women who have accused Bill Cosby of sexual assault share their experiences.

74. Mom vs. Dad: Who is Responsible for Their Daughter's Big Relapse?
Jan 5, 2015 · 45m

Andee, a former resident, reports completing a ninety-day program of drug rehabilitation, only to subsequently relapse and find herself in a more precarious state than before.

75. Get Off My Back About My Body
Jan 6, 2015 · 45m

The desire for weight loss often encounters an unexpected obstacle: the well-meaning, yet sometimes hindering, efforts of those around them.

76. “My Mother is a Menace! She is Controlling My Daughter with Her Money and Turning Her against Me!”
Jan 7, 2015 · 45m

Dixie believes her daughter has consistently prioritized social life over maternal duties, and consequently, feels a move to live with her grandmother would be more beneficial for the teenager's well-being.

77. “Dr. Phil, Save My Family”
Jan 8, 2015 · 45m

His parents describe their nine-year-old son as a source of constant disruption, fearing he may pose a danger. Family members suggest the child’s behavior stems from inadequate supervision and an excessive regimen of medication.

78. 300 Women and Counting: “My Brother is Addicted to Everything, and It's All My Mom's Fault”
Jan 9, 2015 · 45m

Ashley describes her brother as battling addictions to sex, alcohol, and pain medication; he attributes these struggles to a difficult upbringing.

79. Wild Behavior Caught on Camera
Jan 12, 2015 · 45m

Young people now document their often reckless actions and share them widely on the internet. A fifteen-year-old gained notoriety after striking another girl with a shovel, the incident captured on camera. Elsewhere, a man deliberately set

80. Pretty, Young and Violent
Jan 13, 2015 · 45m

A teenage girl who engages in bullying and her victim find themselves unexpectedly sharing a residence at the Dr. Phil studio.

81. Why is My Mom Faking Cancer?
Jan 14, 2015 · 45m

Jessica believes her mother, a weightlifter, is fabricating a diagnosis of stage-three brain cancer to evoke pity and draw attention to herself.

82. My Mother Refuses to Cut the Cord with My Mama’s Boy Brother
Jan 15, 2015 · 45m

Linda supports her thirty-two-year-old son, a man battling prescription drug addiction, burdened by a costly gambling habit, and with a past that includes a period of incarceration for drug trafficking.

83. Yes, I Abandoned My Children, but I’m Not a Bad Mom
Jan 16, 2015 · 45m

Jamie recounts that his girlfriend was an abusive and irresponsible mother. Over two years ago, she abandoned him and their five children to begin a new life with a man she'd known for a mere few days, and has since had no contact with them

84. 15 and a Teenage Terror
Jan 19, 2015 · 45m

Fifteen-year-old Josie finds herself expelled from school, grappling with accusations of battery and running away. In the studio, Dr. Phil confronts her mother with a series of difficult inquiries.

85. “My Parents Won't Accept My Controlling Pastor Husband”
Jan 20, 2015 · 45m

Sarah confided that her parents remained persistently intrusive in her eight-year marriage, voicing their disapproval of her husband, whom they considered a negative influence.

86. “Who Am I Married to: My Mother or My Man?”
Jan 21, 2015 · 45m

Sarah’s parents, harboring deep reservations about her husband, find themselves confronted with his family for the first time since the wedding. A sense of foreboding hangs in the air, suggesting that the grandmother’s influence might endan

87. “My Family Doesn’t Know I’m a College-Aged Sugar Baby”
Jan 22, 2015 · 45m

Michelle announced to her family that she had been supporting herself through relationships with older men, enjoying a life of luxury and indulgence. This revelation followed a conversation with a former guest, who had previously confided i

88. What Happened to Tempest?: Standing Up to Mean Girls
Jan 23, 2015 · 45m

In a series of intimate conversations, Dr. Phil engages with mothers of both teenage girls who bully and those who are bullied, seeking to understand the complexities unfolding in their daughters’ lives. He explores the dynamics of peer cru

89. Parental Alienation or Runaway Sisters?: “Help Me Find My Teen Daughters”
Jan 26, 2015 · 45m

Brian claims his two teenage daughters disappeared during a visit with their mother, and he suspects she is concealing their whereabouts. However, their older sister suggests a different story: she believes they fled to escape Brian, whom s

90. “I'm Scared of My Sister's Boyfriend”: Is He a Danger to Her Children?
Jan 27, 2015 · 45m

A shadow of suspicion hangs over Tracy’s family, a chilling possibility that her sister’s boyfriend has harmed her two granddaughters. Yet, the boyfriend and his partner maintain that the children’s mother instructed them to fabricate their

91. Shocking Viral Video: Teen Says, “If Your Boyfriend Hits You, It's a Sign of Love”
Jan 28, 2015 · 45m

A video blogger has ignited controversy with a statement asserting that a man's violence towards a woman is an expression of affection. The blogger’s words are compounded by a subsequent admission from Jessica, who confessed to fabricating

92. From Top TV Newscaster to Drunken Mom
Jan 29, 2015 · 45m

The fall of Emmy-winning news reporter Christi began with alcohol, a descent that ultimately cost her career and left her adrift. Now, she finds herself homeless, seeking shelter in bushes, and separated from the adult daughters she hasn't

93. Gorgeous, Violent, Raging and a Very Unsweet 16
Jan 30, 2015 · 45m

Kristi, sixteen years old, is described by her parents as exhibiting anger and violent tendencies. She consistently refuses to attend school, engages in marijuana use, and displays a marked disrespect for those in positions of authority.

94. A Family Divided over an Unsolved Murder
Feb 2, 2015 · 45m

The air in the room crackled with unspoken accusations as Penny faced her father. A chilling certainty had taken root in her mind – a conviction that he was responsible for her sister’s death. The weight of this belief pressed down on her,

95. “Is My Wife Real or a Nigerian Love Scam?”
Feb 3, 2015 · 45m

Steve has directed over one hundred thousand dollars to a woman with whom he believes he shares a marital bond, despite never having encountered her face-to-face.

96. “Don't Give My Daughter Money: She is Lying about Dying from Cancer”
Feb 4, 2015 · 45m

At thirty years old, Lynn claims to suffer from a variety of ailments, encompassing cancer and heart disease. However, her mother insists these are fabrications, a calculated deception intended to solicit both financial gain and sympathy.

97. “My 21-Year-Old Daughter is Obsessed with Her Controlling, Jealous, Heroin-Addicted Boyfriend”
Feb 5, 2015 · 45m

Alyssa and Steve had always envisioned a bright future for their daughter, but that path shifted irrevocably when she encountered a young man who steered her toward darkness and peril.

98. Our Son Was Making Millions, but is Now Living in Our Garage with His Girlfriend
Feb 6, 2015 · 45m

Mike and Vicki recount that their thirty-seven-year-old son was once a high earner, presiding over a thriving real estate business. Now, however, he resides with them, supported entirely by their resources, and holds them responsible for hi

99. Exclusive: The Vanderbilt Football Player’s Interview from behind Bars
Feb 9, 2015 · 45m

He recounts the events with the other former Vanderbilt football player convicted of raping a female classmate who was unconscious in a campus dormitory room following a night of excessive drinking.

100. Pretty Little Mean Girls
Feb 10, 2015 · 45m

Three individuals in their twenties report being targeted by a young woman's persistent online harassment. They each describe experiences of cyberbullying, alleging she has been the source of repeated distress.

101. “Our Sister Lived in the Bushes and Tried to Hire Someone to Kill Her”
Feb 11, 2015 · 45m

Her sisters describe a life lived in elaborate fantasy. Once, she attempted to orchestrate her own disappearance, offering a homeless man payment to carry out a killing, a desperate ploy to make others believe she was dead.

102. Parenting While Intoxicated
Feb 12, 2015 · 45m

The weight of their mother’s alcoholism presses down on three daughters, fracturing the family unit. They see its destructive hand at work, while she deflects, claiming her husband shares the same affliction.

103. Riches to Rags: “My Son's Fiancée is Ruining His Life”
Feb 13, 2015 · 45m

Her voice held a weary tremor as she explained the drastic change in her son's life. Once, he held a secure position, a comfortable income; now, he is homeless, dwelling in the wilderness. She attributes this descent to his fiancée, suggest

104. The Student and the Professor: Is One Stalking the Other?
Feb 16, 2015 · 45m

Dr. Phil endeavors to expose the complexities of a damaging relationship between an academic and a student under her guidance.

105. “My 4-Year-Old Daughter Crushes Her Candy Like Her Dad Crushes His Pain Pills”
Feb 17, 2015 · 45m

Whitney contends that her former partner is an unfit father, and a contentious custody dispute has arisen between them concerning their four-year-old daughter.

106. The Ultimate Betrayal: A Toxic Family Love Triangle
Feb 18, 2015 · 45m

The already strained marriage of Caroline and Sonny deteriorated further when Sonny’s infidelity took the form of an affair with Caroline’s sister. Their relationship, perpetually on edge, descended into deeper turmoil.

107. “My Ex is Evil; I Want to See My Kids”
Feb 19, 2015 · 45m

Kimberly has denied her ex-partner access to their three children, citing concerns about his instability and lack of responsibility.

108. “My Sister Published a Book of Lies about Our Family”
Feb 20, 2015 · 45m

Jori has released a novel that she describes as drawing heavily from her own experiences, including accounts of abuse she alleges endured at the hands of her late mother.

109. Time is Running Out for Prison-Bound Dad: Did His Wife Blackmail Him into Embezzling $300,000?
Feb 23, 2015 · 45m

Her children feel their mother prioritizes alcohol above them. With their father’s imprisonment looming, they fear the family will unravel if she doesn't find a way to manage her struggles.

110. “I Believe My Cousin is Squandering Her Inheritance on a Love Scam”
Feb 24, 2015 · 45m

She confessed to sending over a million dollars to a romantic partner she’d only ever known through a screen, a man with whom she had never shared a physical embrace. Moved by her story, viewers rallied together, determined to uncover his

111. A Modern Day Bonnie and Clyde, or Confused Teens in Love?
Feb 25, 2015 · 45m

In the studio, Dr. Phil interviews Dalton Hayes, an eighteen-year-old who, alongside a thirteen-year-old girl, committed a two-week crime spree spanning multiple states. Their activities included vehicle theft, property destruction, and the

112. “I Am the Outcast of My Family, and They Threw Me Away Like Trash!”
Feb 26, 2015 · 45m

She recounts a childhood marked by familial alienation, a sense of being perpetually excluded. At seventeen, she claims her family abandoned her, though they dispute this, offering instead that they simply disapprove of the life she has cho

113. “My Husband's Big Lottery Win is Ruining Our Marriage”
Feb 27, 2015 · 45m

She recounts how, following her husband's lottery win – a shared prize of $1.66 million – a shift occurred within him. He’s grown increasingly prone to anger, withdrawn, and guarded about his activities.

114. “My Wife Chose Her Boyfriend over Her Children”
Mar 2, 2015 · 45m

George characterizes his former wife as an inadequate mother, citing her infidelity and a pattern of prioritizing romantic partners over their six children.

115. Young, Jealous Love
Mar 3, 2015 · 45m

Ilene describes her boyfriend’s jealousy and controlling tendencies as a corrosive force, steadily eroding their relationship. Despite her repeated attempts to reassure him of her faithfulness, his doubts remain unshaken.

116. Adoption Nightmare: “I Want My Baby Back”
Mar 4, 2015 · 45m

Kristen claims the adoptive parents of her child assured her of continued involvement in the child’s life, a promise they subsequently broke. The parents maintain that Kristen’s erratic conduct is the root of the issue, and she is now expec

117. “My Daughter Hasn't Spoken to Me in 7 Years: What's Wrong with Her?”
Mar 5, 2015 · 45m

Jen believes her mother owes her an apology for years of anguish, turmoil, and deception. They are meeting face-to-face for the first time in seven years.

118. In Sickness and in Health: “Should I Get a Divorce from My OCD Wife?”
Mar 9, 2015 · 45m

Laura navigates a life governed by ninety-one specific fears and rituals. Her husband has voiced the profound strain this obsessive-compulsive disorder places on their marriage and family, and he is now seriously contemplating divorce.

119. “Our 7-Year-Old Son Threatens to Kill Us!”
Mar 10, 2015 · 45m

Rylan, a seven-year-old in foster care, has developed troubling fixations. His adoptive parents report a disturbing fascination with knives, and he frequently engages in conversations with an imaginary companion who urges him to harm his fa

120. Exclusive: Bobbi Kristina’s Boyfriend, Distraught and Out of Control: The Nick Gordon Intervention
Mar 10, 2015 · 45m

Nick Gordon, partner to Bobbi Kristina Brown, carries the weight of regret, believing he failed to prevent the tragedies that befell her and her mother, Whitney Houston. His mother expresses a deep apprehension for his well-being, witnessin

121. Inside the Mind of the Man Who Shot the “American Sniper”: A Dr. Phil Exclusive
Mar 16, 2015 · 45m

Eddie Ray Routh’s parents and sister recount aspects of his character and actions. They speak of his demeanor, offering glimpses into the man who was convicted of the murders of U.S. Navy SEAL Chris Kyle and his friend, Chad Littlefield.

122. Nine Seconds that Outraged a Nation/“My Racist Father Needs to Accept the Minorities in My Family”
Mar 17, 2015 · 45m

A nine-second video depicting college students singing a racist chant has ignited widespread outrage. Simultaneously, the daughter of a Ku Klux Klan member has recently given birth to a biracial child.

123. Young, Beautiful and Missing/“Homeless Joe” Returns
Mar 23, 2015 · 45m

In 2007, the city of Cleveland mourned the disappearance of Ashley Summers, then just fourteen years old. A similar shadow fell upon Michelle Parker, who vanished the day following a public appearance with her ex-partner on "The People's C

124. Lifetime Grudge: Can Mother and Daughter Finally Bury the Hatchet?
Mar 24, 2015 · 45m

She sought an apology from her mother, a reckoning for what felt like years of inflicted harm. Meanwhile, news trickled in about Candi and Lyndsey, women who had once been frequent visitors.

125. 1,000 Lies and Counting: A Husband Who Can't Tell the Truth
Mar 30, 2015 · 45m

Melisa describes her husband, with whom she is separated, as a man consumed by compulsive dishonesty, prone to fabrication on any subject. Yet, he maintains that he desires to alter his behavior.

126. Help! My Daughter is Addicted to Dangerous Men
Mar 31, 2015 · 45m

Rhonda believes her daughter, at eighteen, repeatedly invites danger with her choices of partners. Vickey harbors a suspicion that her volatile former partner may be connected to the vanishing of a pregnant woman. Meanwhile, Robin unexpecte

127. “Falsely Accused of Murder and Now My Life is Spiraling out of Control”
Apr 1, 2015 · 45m

Since the murder of her best friend and the subsequent, unjust accusation leveled against her, Kezia reports that her daughter has descended into a state of profound instability.

128. Flirty Emails and Suspicious Photos: “Is My Husband a Cheater or Just a Charmer?”
Apr 2, 2015 · 45m

For years, Sarah has meticulously collected evidence, seeking to substantiate her suspicions of her husband's infidelity. Meanwhile, their teenage son speaks of the impact this situation has on him and his brother.

129. Decades of Hatred, Accusations and Altercations: A Fight for Custody That's Tearing a Mother and Daughter Apart
Apr 6, 2015 · 45m

The strained silence between mother and daughter hung heavy, a consequence of years spent navigating the wreckage of past choices. Their current disagreement centered on the daughter’s history with drug use and her ongoing attempts at rehab

130. “Is Our Son a Kleptomaniac?”
Apr 7, 2015 · 45m

Nancy and Mark recount that their son, Chris, now eighteen, has a habit of taking things from those close to him – family, friends, and neighbors alike. He readily acknowledges this behavior.

131. “I've Divorced My Ex Twice, but I'm Still in Love”
Apr 8, 2015 · 45m

Gwen and Derrick both express a desire for unity, contingent upon personal adjustments from the other.

132. “My Mother Gambled $2.5 Million Away and Blames Me for Being Broke”
Apr 9, 2015 · 45m

Diane maintains that Carie was consistently absent when her daughter required support, while Carie counters that her mother unfairly attributes her financial difficulties to her.

133. A Beautiful Teen Forced to Live a Horrible Nightmare: “I Was Held Captive by an Online 'Friend'”
Apr 10, 2015 · 45m

The shadow of three weeks clung to her, a suffocating presence that haunted the waking hours and bled into dreams. At seventeen, she carried the weight of captivity, the memory of forced servitude at the hands of a digital acquaintance etch

134. “My Husband Makes Me Think I'm Crazy, Then Videotapes Me:” Accusations of Abuse Caught on Camera
Apr 13, 2015 · 45m

Melinda, carrying her unborn child, describes her husband as controlling and abusive, battling a drug addiction. She voices deep concern for the well-being of their one-year-old son.

135. “Keep My Ex-Daughter-in-Law Away From My Family”
Apr 14, 2015 · 45m

Thelma speaks of her former daughter-in-law with a bitter tone, describing her as a neglectful wife and mother who deserted her children, yet continues to receive financial support from their father.

136. Accusations of Beatings, Starvation and Being Locked in a Room: Who’s Telling the Truth?
Apr 15, 2015 · 45m

Beth recounts a childhood lived within the confines of a deeply unsettling home, shaped by her mother's actions. The mother, in turn, vehemently rejects Beth's claims of abuse and neglect.

137. A Family Fighting over a Double-Murder/Psychic Medium John Edward Returns!
Apr 16, 2015 · 45m

Angela reveals that her nephew is incarcerated for murder, a consequence of his wife's perjury. The two women meet face-to-face for the first time since the trial concluded. Meanwhile, psychic medium John Edward offers Dr. Phil a private re

138. An Ex Accused of Stalking, Obsession and Abuse: Who's Telling the Truth?
Apr 17, 2015 · 45m

Jennifer recounts that her former husband contacts her approximately a hundred times each week and has been observed entering her home without permission to search through her possessions. Across their family, five siblings bear witness to

139. “I Believe My Parents are Enabling My Freeloading, Drug-Using, Model Brother & It Needs to Stop Today!”
Apr 20, 2015 · 45m

Anthony explained that his twenty-nine-year-old brother has battled substance abuse—cocaine and alcohol, primarily—alongside persistent anger management difficulties. Their parents continue to provide him with financial support.

140. My Model Brother Wants My Parents to Keep His Secret — Why He Stormed Off the Stage
Apr 21, 2015 · 45m

Jamie acknowledges his battles with substance abuse, grappling with both drug and alcohol addiction. He also carries a deeper, more troubling issue, one he remains unwilling to address – a matter stemming from the recent intervention concer

141. Cleveland Abduction: The Michelle Knight Movie and the Brutal Scenes She Couldn't Face
Apr 22, 2015 · 45m

The ordeal of Michelle Knight, who endured a decade of captivity at the hands of Ariel Castro, resonated with audiences captivated by the film "Cleveland Abduction," starring Taryn Manning and Raymond Cruz. Renatta, speaking of her own stru

142. A Deadly Love Affair: The Widow, The Lover and The Spouse Behind Bars
Apr 23, 2015 · 45m

The man from the small town received a thirty-year sentence for the killing of his wife’s lover. It was a verdict that had cast a long shadow, and now, after the trial's conclusion, the two women who had been at its heart found themselves t

143. Exclusive: The Co-Eds and the Catfish
Apr 24, 2015 · 45m

Online, seven college students had cultivated affections for a man they’d never encountered face to face. Now, they stood before him, a collective of hesitant faces confronting a shared illusion. He, in turn, claimed to be a victim himself,

144. Was It Child Abuse, or Was It an Accident?
Apr 27, 2015 · 45m

Brenda and Josh recount the heartbreaking story of their infant, taken from their arms following a fall from Josh’s lap, a tragedy that led to his imprisonment.

145. Real Housewife’s Exclusive: Kim Richards Tells All about Drunken Arrest
Apr 28, 2015 · 45m

Kim Richards, known from "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills," has spoken candidly about her continuing struggle with alcoholism and the circumstances surrounding her arrest in April 2015.

146. The College Professor and His Many Women
Apr 29, 2015 · 45m

A palpable tension filled the air as Winston, a man known for his shrewd and often ruthless tactics, encountered his estranged wife – also his former fiancée and, previously, his wife.

147. “My Stepmother Blew All of My Father's Money on a Scam Artist!”
Apr 30, 2015 · 45m

At seventy years old, Kaye has transferred over two hundred thousand dollars to a man she's only ever known online, a person she has yet to meet face to face. Her stepdaughter, Kathy, is deeply upset, viewing the transactions as a squanderi

148. Uncovering a Catfish: The Battle Between Kaye & Kathy Continues
May 1, 2015 · 45m

At seventy years old, Kaye has directed over two hundred thousand dollars to a man she's only ever known online, a person she has never encountered face to face. Her daughter, Kathy, is deeply distressed by this, viewing it as a squandering

149. Family's Fight over Father's Inheritance
May 4, 2015 · 45m

Lisa leveled the accusation squarely at her father: he had manipulated her mother’s will, pilfering an inheritance that she believed rightfully belonged to her and her sisters. She claimed he was squandering the money on a Russian mail-orde

150. A Family Divided: Why is Outspoken Dad Carl Boycotting His Daughter's Wedding?
May 5, 2015 · 45m

Carl has decided to forgo attending his daughter Lisa’s wedding, a consequence of a dispute over an inheritance. He has confided that he harbors doubts about his paternity of Lisa.

151. “My Cyberbullied Daughter Killed Herself, Now I'm Being Harassed Online by a Stranger”
May 6, 2015 · 45m

Two years have passed since Tricia lost her twelve-year-old daughter to the cruelties of cyberbullying. Now, she finds herself the target of online harassment from a stranger who bears her daughter’s name. The two women are about to meet.

152. Convicted Grandpa Still Claims He is Innocent of Molestation
May 7, 2015 · 45m

According to Betty, her young grandson was guided by his step-grandmother to disclose that her husband had touched him in a manner that felt unwelcome.

153. Convicted Grandpa Accused of Molestation Finally Speaks Out
May 8, 2015 · 45m

Bill is considering a plea of no contest to the felony child abuse charge, a decision he makes despite steadfastly maintaining his innocence. He awaits the outcome of his polygraph examination, the results of which will undoubtedly shape hi

154. “I'm Not Unstable; Give Me My Children Back”
May 11, 2015 · 45m

According to Jennifer, her parents obtained temporary custody of her six-year-old child through deceitful means and manipulated her older children into viewing her negatively. Her parents claim she suffers from a mental illness, asserting t

155. A Mother Accused of Being Unfit and Unstable: Did Jennifer Pass the Drug Test?
May 12, 2015 · 45m

Jennifer battles her parents for the custody of her six-year-old child. Dr. Phil reveals the results of her drug test. Her twenty-year-old son recounts his perspective. A tense confrontation unfolds behind the scenes.

156. Behind the Buggies and Bonnets: Amish Mafia Star Under Attack
May 13, 2015 · 45m

A bitter rivalry has ignited between Nemeses Levi and Merlin, fueled by Levi’s latest book and accusations of exploiting the Amish community for personal gain and notoriety.

157. Young and Beautiful: But Their Love is Ugly
May 14, 2015 · 45m

Crystal and James describe their tumultuous relationship as one perpetually shadowed by deceit and fraught with accusations of abuse, neglect, and poor parenting. Meanwhile, Dr. Phil and talk-show personality Steve Harvey engage in a series

158. Mother of the Year Turned Stalker: Terrorizes Couple for Outbidding Her on Dream Home
May 15, 2015 · 45m

Once lauded as a paragon of domesticity, Kathy now shadowed a young couple, consumed by resentment after they had won a coveted house at auction. For a full year, she waged a relentless campaign of subtle harassment and public humiliation a

159. “My Friends Shaved Their Heads and Got Tattoos Because I Had Cancer, but It Was All a Lie”
May 18, 2015 · 45m

A community rallied, friends and family alike, to raise thousands of dollars for Meaghan, a 25-year-old woman who had shared with them a devastating diagnosis of terminal cancer. More than a year after the outpouring of support, she confess

160. Teacher Scandal Confession: She Had Sex with Her 15-Year-Old Student
May 19, 2015 · 45m

The woman, once a middle school educator, recounts the ordeal of being accused of rape after law enforcement discovered her in a motel room with a former student, who was then fifteen years old. The location, six hundred and fifty miles fro

161. A Wife Goes Missing: Is Her Husband to Blame?
May 20, 2015 · 45m

A shadow of suspicion hangs over Julie: her family harbors a chilling fear that her husband is responsible for her death. He, in turn, directs blame toward her former partner, and steadfastly refuses to engage with Dr. Phil's counsel unless

162. She Left Her Babies Alone in a Car: Criminal or Mom Misunderstood?
May 21, 2015 · 45m

Shanesha recounts the accusation leveled against her – child abuse – stemming from her decision to leave her two young sons unattended in a vehicle while she was attending a job interview. She also addresses the criticism leveled at her reg

163. Mentally Ill or Monster? Teen Convicted of Murdering Mom with a Sledgehammer Speaks
May 22, 2015 · 45m

Seated across from Dr. Phil, sixteen-year-old Zachary Davis recounts the harrowing details of the night he murdered his mother with a sledgehammer, and attempts to articulate the forces that led him to such a violent act.

164. “I Hear Voices in My Head, but I'm Not Mentally Ill! Why Won't My Family Believe Me”
May 25, 2015 · 45m

Nick maintains that he was drugged and that a microchip was implanted within him. The alleged consequence is a persistent barrage of disturbing voices in his mind, whispering negativity and threats directed at those he holds dear.

165. Hundreds of Photos in a Box: Snapshots by an Admirer Who She Calls Her Stalker
Jul 13, 2015 · 45m

Alexandra recounted the story of an older friend who kept a box overflowing with photographs of herself. This friend would call Alexandra as many as one hundred times a day, and on one occasion, reacted with physical aggression when Alexand

166. Won’t Work, Won’t Go to School: “My Son Just Wants to Game All Day”
Jul 14, 2015 · 45m

Sarah worries that her twenty-three-year-old son has become consumed by video games. He left his studies, struggles to maintain employment, and has lost over fifty pounds. The young man himself claims a preference for the simulated existenc

167. “I Married My Sister's Boyfriend, And It's Time She Moves On”
Jul 15, 2015 · 45m

A clandestine relationship blossomed between Amber and the man who fathered her sister’s child, culminating in marriage, a union that has fractured familial bonds. The simmering resentment erupts on the set of Dr. Phil’s program as the sist

168. A Teen Admits to Killing His 11-Year-Old Brother: Who is Really to Blame?
Jul 16, 2015 · 45m

Shawna faces a lawsuit from her former husband, alleging gross negligence in the death of their eleven-year-old son. The suit stems from the circumstances surrounding a situation where she left the boy in the care of her sixteen-year-old, w

169. Stun Gun, Plastic Ties and Metal Handcuffs: “My Husband is Accused of Serial Rape”
Jul 17, 2015 · 45m

Kari recounts her husband's response when presented with irrefutable evidence of his predatory nature. She also reflects on earlier warning signs she may have overlooked.

170. Dead Man Walking: Susan Sarandon Tries to Save a Man from Death Row
Aug 31, 2015 · 45m

Susan Sarandon is mounting a fervent campaign to prevent the imminent execution of Richard Glossip. With the scheduled date drawing near, the actress is dedicating considerable effort to secure his release from death row.

171. Is This Father's Extreme Parenting to Blame for His Daughters' Disorders?
Sep 8, 2015 · 45m

Rylie and Lenae recount a childhood marked by their father's physical and verbal abuse. The lasting impact of this treatment manifested in differing struggles: one sister developed an eating disorder, while the other navigated the complexit

172. Lies, Lust and a Missing Million? My Ex Needs to Confess
Sep 9, 2015 · 45m

Leslie describes her former husband as a deceitful and abusive man exhibiting sociopathic tendencies. She alleges he has concealed a significant amount of money, intending to render her financially ruined.

173. Inside the Bill Cosby Sex Scandal: New Accusers with New Revelations
Sep 10, 2015 · 45m

Accounts from two of the numerous women who have publicly accused comedian Bill Cosby of drugging and sexual assault.

174. “My Wife Spends Thousands on Kratom Tea” ... “My Husband Tricked Me into Signing Our House over to Him!”
Sep 11, 2015 · 45m

Sherman reports that his wife expends approximately one thousand dollars each month on kava and kratom teas, alcohol, Adderall, and vaping products. She, in turn, alleges that he is controlling and verbally abusive, further claiming he coer

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