Dr. Phil — Season 14
A horror almost too terrible to comprehend unfolded in Colorado: a woman’s fetus was violently removed from her womb. Dr. Phil sits down with Michelle Wilkins, the courageous survivor whose story captivated the nation. A young mother, brimm…
Suzy Favor Hamilton, once a celebrated athlete, led a life that appeared flawless. A champion runner, she graced Nike commercials and worked with Disney on promotional campaigns. To her family and friends, she was a devoted wife and mother …
Nicholas Brendon, a familiar face from the acclaimed television series *Buffy the Vampire Slayer* as the beloved Xander Harris, and more recently as Kevin Lynch on *Criminal Minds*, has a life far removed from the spotlight. His personal st…
Gary recounts being utterly stunned when his nephew Zach, a boy he's nurtured from infancy and always considered his son, shared his wish to "become a woman," identifying now as Steph. Gary admits he struggles with this, finding the concept…
For the past eight years, mixed martial arts fighter Eddie, 33, has been locked in a legal battle with his ex-wife Melissa, 36, over the custody of their son. Twice, Melissa has lost custody, alleging that the courts awarded it to Eddie and…
Constance describes her adult daughter, Candice, as a source of constant distress: deceitful, disorganized, dependent, and emotionally underdeveloped. Candice, she claims, is also a thief, residing rent-free in Constance's home. Candice her…
Waco and Alley allege that Waco’s mother, Stacy, and her husband, Jacob, are attempting to “steal” their three-year-old daughter, while Stacy and Jacob contend that the parents are neglectful. Waco, his mother, and his young daughter are en…
Nearly nine months have passed since Carie Zapletal vanished, and her mother, Shelbie, suspects foul play on the part of her stepfather, Ed, and perhaps his daughter, Lauren. However, Ed maintains that Carie was battling a downward spiral f…
In the second installment, Ed’s daughter, Lauren, recounts her version of events from the night her stepmother, Carie Zapletal, vanished. Does her testimony finally unlock the mystery? Is her account credible? Ed maintains that Carie has be…
Beverly and her daughter Courtney, now twenty, have been separated for five years, a rift stemming from a single argument over household tidiness that ultimately led to Courtney leaving. Courtney maintains she was not the one who initiated …
Jordan expresses concern that his mother, Deanna, is vulnerable to financial exploitation by her husband, James. Deanna married James in Nigeria six years ago, following a chance encounter abroad. She vehemently denies that her husband is m…
Tammy alleges that her husband, Richard, harbors a secret obsession with social media, engaging in clandestine sexting within online groups. Richard counters that a greater degree of attention from Tammy would negate the need for such pursu…
A swift succession of tragedies has left Heather reeling; within months, she lost both her mother and her eldest daughter. Now, she claims to feel devoid of purpose and openly states she no longer desires to be a mother to her three remaini…
At twenty, Reeve is betrothed to David, a man three years her senior whom she holds in high regard. Yet, Reeve’s father, Kim, and sister, Riley, harbor a deep-seated fear that she is on the precipice of making a grave, perhaps perilous, err…
Laurie and Kirk Sr. express deep concern for their son, Kirk II, who is confronting stage four liver cancer. They recount that when Star, the woman who once abandoned him at the altar, learned of his prognosis – a life expectancy of only si…
Robin worries about her son, Riley, now twenty-three. He struggles with substance use, lives without a fixed home, and maintains a conviction that he is a celebrated songwriter. She recalls his early years marked by deceit and manipulation,…
In a revealing interview exclusively for Dr. Phil, eight siblings recount, for the first time, the unimaginable torment they suffered for years within the confines of their home – at the hands of their own father. In 1999, Mansa Musa Muhumm…
Two years into their marriage, Vicki and Mark now stand at a decisive turning point. Vicki has filed for divorce, with the final hearing scheduled for next week. She claims that since their wedding day, Mark has revealed himself to be a dec…
Laura’s name appeared in local news reports when she became the focus of a fugitive investigation following accusations of kidnapping her four-year-old daughter and fleeing. Her estranged husband, Joe, stated that they were engaged in a cus…
Khloe, seventeen, describes a near-constant dependence on social media, claiming she feels suffocated without a WiFi connection. She confesses to spending sixteen to eighteen hours daily across various platforms, frequently posting selfies,…
Rhonda, adopted as an infant, carried a persistent question through her childhood: why had her birth mother chosen adoption? It wasn't until she was twenty-four that she finally met Terri, her biological mother, and learned a truth no child…
Rachael and her husband, Tino, struggle with their 22-year-old son, Ian, whom they describe as a stark contrast to the promising young man he once was. They recount a decline from academic and athletic success to a state of dependence, culm…
Cody Pines, a student at Huntington Beach High School, is being lauded as a hero after a video surfaced showing him intervening in an alleged assault. The video, which quickly spread online, depicts Pines confronting an individual accused o…
Oprah Winfrey joins Dr. Phil to discuss her latest project, a week-long documentary series titled "Belief." The series explores the human quest for meaning and connection, examining how individuals across diverse belief systems seek to unde…
Julia, a marketing entrepreneur, recalls that the reception to her Peeple app – which allows individuals to be reviewed – far exceeded her expectations. Often described as the "Yelp for people," the app sparked a torrent of intense reaction…
Serena has pleaded with her mother, Debbie, to resist the compulsion of her gambling addiction, fearing the loss of her home and, more profoundly, the possibility of losing custody of her teenage son. Serena believes Debbie's affliction beg…
Bill and Marlena recall their daughter Courtney as a strikingly beautiful child who pursued a career as a model before the events of September 11th spurred her to enlist in the military. During her service in Iraq, Courtney recounts being t…
Dawn DaLuise, a Hollywood skin specialist known for her experimental beauty treatments and high-profile clientele—including Jennifer Aniston, Brad Pitt, and Gwyneth Paltrow—quickly garnered national recognition in prominent publications. Ho…
Leslie describes her former husband, Andy, as controlling, abusive, and deeply narcissistic. She clings to the hope of one day sharing joint custody of their five-year-old son. She alleges that Andy stalks her, citing instances of phone tap…
Five years prior, Tammy sought Dr. Phil's guidance regarding her temper, which she described as a particularly intense expression of anger directed at her daughters, Tatiana, then fifteen, and Tameeka, then thirteen. She would often yell an…
Kiersten, at twenty years old, is seven months along and asserts her readiness to raise her daughter with her fiancé, Jadan, who is twenty-two. However, Kiersten’s mother, Karen, remains resolute in her opposition. Karen has engaged an atto…
Karina and her five sisters allege that their father, Maurice, defrauded and misappropriated nearly two million dollars from friends, family, and acquaintances, diverting the funds to his former mistress, Josephina. She maintains that he is…
For thirteen years, Julie has been married to Richard, yet for the past year and a half, she has been involved in an affair with her childhood friend, Lloyd. Julie describes Richard as the source of stability, loyalty, and unwavering suppor…
The disturbing details of the Jared Fogle scandal are now revealed. For the first time, previously unheard audio recordings capture the former Subway spokesman discussing sexual encounters with underage individuals. Rochelle Herman-Walrond,…
Newly released recordings of Jared Fogle reveal further disturbing admissions. The former Subway spokesman, once celebrated for his remarkable weight loss, has agreed to plead guilty to charges including sexual offenses against children and…
Bridget harbors a deep concern that her brother-in-law, Kevin, may be developing an inappropriate relationship with her sixteen-year-old daughter, Grace. He visits frequently, spending time alone with her as often as four times a week. A di…
Bridget expresses uncertainty about the nature of the connection between her brother-in-law, Kevin, and her sixteen-year-old niece, Grace. She recounts instances that sparked concern – Grace’s unsettling disclosure of Kevin applying whipped…
Marilyn expresses deep frustration with her son-in-law, Adam. She describes him as irresponsible, quick-tempered, verbally abusive, entitled, and deceitful. She claims to be weary of his disrespectful behavior toward her and her daughter, M…
Amber, known as “Jewel” Shuping, gained international attention when she deliberately blinded herself by pouring drain cleaner into her eyes. Jewel explains that she has dreamed of blindness since childhood, identifying with a condition cal…
For eight years, Karie maintains that her husband, Michael, has made it clear he does not wish to share their home, refuses to offer financial support, and even pressured her into accepting a postnuptial agreement that stipulates she would …
Linda's neighbor, Sandra, is embroiled in a contentious custody dispute with her ex-husband, Joey, and Linda has grown weary of witnessing their two daughters caught in the crossfire. Consequently, she has sought assistance from Dr. Phil. S…
Sandra and her ex-husband, Joey, have openly acknowledged the acrimonious nature of their custody dispute, a situation that has deeply troubled Sandra’s neighbor, Linda. She expresses concern for their two young daughters, who seem to be ca…
Audrey became the subject of widespread news coverage and ultimately faced imprisonment for orchestrating a surrogacy fraud, deceiving couples out of substantial sums by falsely claiming pregnancy. The thirty-six-year-old mother of four was…
In an exclusive televised interview with Dr. Phil, the first identified victim in the Jared Fogle scandal shares her story. Sixteen-year-old Analissa alleges that she was a victim of Russell Taylor, the former executive director of the Jare…
After eight years of marriage, Travis recounts receiving a text from his wife, Jenna, on her way home from a Kip Moore concert. The message declared she was "100 percent in love" with the country singer and desired a divorce. Travis believe…
Alexis, at eighteen years of age, has stirred a deep anxiety in her parents, who believe her boyfriend abducted her and confined her against her will—a charge both vehemently reject.
Alexis’s biological father maintains that her mother, Gina, falsely accused him of child molestation when Alexis was a small child, and he is determined to clear his name.
According to Tina, her children endured a harrowing existence under the care of their father and stepmother; now, two of the older children are speaking publicly for the first time about the conditions they claim to have suffered.
Stephen, a twenty-year-old with ambitions of modeling, shared online that his parents inflicted abuse during his childhood. They, in turn, accuse him of hostility and past abusive behavior, citing a period of institutionalization. This mark…
Michael Lohan recounts the events of the night he was stripped of custody of his two young sons, detailing a situation he describes as fueled by his wife, Kate Major's, volatile nature and struggles with alcohol. He characterizes her as a "…
Michelle became the subject of intense scrutiny after allegations surfaced that she had substituted at an Oklahoma elementary school while intoxicated. Law enforcement reports indicate her blood-alcohol content was three times the legal lim…
Lauren harbors resentment toward her parents, Laura and John, stemming from her adolescence. She asserts that Laura failed to impart essential life skills and actively encouraged her to leave high school in her junior year. In her view, Jo…
Amidst accusations of substance abuse with underage individuals and infidelity, Dr. Phil disclosed that Lauren's father, John, had earned the moniker "Breast Pump Bandit" from his city's news outlet. This was due to his theft of thousands o…
Jennifer admits she's reached a breaking point with her thirteen-year-old son's troubling behavior. He is prone to anger and violence, has started fires, issued threats of violence, and insists he is guided by vampires who command him. She…
Michelle and her ex-husband, Kyle, recount that upon the birth of their daughter Aubrey, who was identified as intersex, they jointly decided to raise her as a girl. For the past several years, they maintained a co-parenting arrangement whe…
Nicholas Brendon, known for his roles in "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "Criminal Minds," is once again confronting his ongoing battles with alcoholism and depression.
Elvia and Erica harbor a deep concern that their sister’s behavior is becoming recklessly unrestrained, and that she is treating their mother with cruelty. They are increasingly fearful for their mother’s well-being.
John’s wife is battling a terminal illness, and upon her passing, he may be required to co-parent her children with their father, Rick. Those close to the family describe Rick as a narcissist, a drug addict, and a thief. Rick, in turn, alle…
Sadie juggled a demanding career as a high school teacher with the polished facade of a beauty queen and the ambition of a political aspirant. In contrast, Courtney navigated life with the constant vigilance of someone managing obsessive-co…
Nadine, a striking woman of thirty-six, reveals that a hidden layer of trauma lies beneath her smile—a lifelong struggle with the pursuit of thinness. She calculates that she has gained and lost at least a thousand pounds over the years, an…
The call came through on a Tuesday afternoon, a familiar plea for help that tugged at Amelia’s heart. But this time, it was followed by something else: a chilling wave of vitriol. She’d stumbled upon a Facebook group, its members united by …
A persistent dread gnaws at Karen: her twenty-three-year-old son, burdened by a history of mental illness, might be considering a horrific act of mass violence. The recent tragedy in San Bernardino casts a chilling shadow, and those who car…
Brenda recounts that her husband, considerably older than herself, underwent a marked shift in temperament following their marriage, becoming erratic and volatile. Bev harbors suspicion that her sister’s new boyfriend is motivated by a desi…
A persistent worry gnawed at Kim: her teenage daughter’s safety. She found herself increasingly questioning the root of her child’s erratic behavior, a dark suspicion whispering that perhaps a deeper struggle, a hidden illness of the mind, …
A shadow of worry had fallen over the lives of her daughters and grandmother. Their mother’s recent choices – a restless pursuit of fleeting connections and a preference for boisterous gatherings with men over nurturing her family – had bec…
Daniela explains that her husband has been battling the crippling effects of PTSD, and she harbors resentment toward her mother, with whom they reside. Her mother frequently denigrates him, labeling him lazy and without worth for failing to…
Scott maintains he was sober when he tripped and fell down the stairs, asserting he now manages his drinking, though his family disagrees. Meanwhile, the individual who won the Walk a Day in Robin's Shoes campaign shares her experience with…
Dr. Phil must ascertain whether the young woman's distress stems from dependence on anti-anxiety medication, or if her family's concern is disproportionate.
Belinda, forty-four, describes welcoming a “sister wife” into her marriage as a profoundly “beautiful thing.” Her husband reports that the community and social media have met their unconventional lifestyle with such intense hostility that h…
Alyssa's departure from her controlling husband stirs in her mother a deep-seated fear – a conviction that he will be driven to desperate measures, capable of anything to regain control. Meanwhile, Rachael Ray, known for her enthusiastic pr…
According to Debbie’s children, their mother remains unable to reconcile herself to the loss of their sixteen-year-old sister, a grief that is fracturing the family. (John Stamos, of "Grandfathered," portrays the situation.)
Fifteen years old, she recounts the events of her disappearance.
The woman and her fiancé listened, a shared tension tightening between them, as their fifteen-year-old daughter recounted the events surrounding her disappearance. Each revelation struck like a physical blow, reshaping their understanding o…
Ruth and her husband maintain that their twenty-year-old daughter’s deceit has dismantled their lives, leading to their imprisonment. The young woman acknowledges her tendency to lie, yet claims to be unaware of its cause.
Angela alleges that her former partner is implicated in a child pornography scandal and has inflicted physical and sexual abuse upon their two-year-old child. Consequently, she seeks the revocation of his parental rights. He vehemently deni…
Laurie is convinced her twenty-three-year-old son suffers from multiple personality disorder, alongside a host of other ailments. Her sister, however, paints a different picture, describing him as someone who has long manipulated their moth…
The allegations against a couple accused of abusing some of their six internationally adopted children have sparked outrage, with the adoptive parents of two of the children arguing that the sentences handed down are insufficient. Journalis…
The Netflix docuseries *Making a Murderer* captivated audiences last year, sparking widespread debate about the guilt or innocence of Steven Avery and his nephew Brendan Dassey in the 2005 murder of photographer Teresa Halbach. For the f…
Peyton, still a teenager, is viewed by her sisters as a skilled manipulator, adept at exploiting their mother’s feelings. Then, she makes a startling admission.
The documentary compels its audience to question Steven Avery’s conviction for murder, presenting a compelling case for his innocence. Within its narrative, the former sheriff who presided over Avery’s trial offers a detailed account of th…
Susie claims her daughter is failing to fulfill her responsibilities as a parent, prioritizing instead time with a boyfriend known for substance abuse and a past involving criminal activity.
Julia and her husband are regarded by her parents as possessing a prophetic gift, capable of performing miracles. Consequently, the parents actively seek custody of the couple’s children, attempting to separate them from Julia and her spous…
Megan believes her son’s eighteen-year-old fiancée orchestrated a pregnancy to ensnare him, motivated by the knowledge of an impending inheritance. The young woman, weary of Megan’s harsh criticisms, has requested that she cease interfering…
Records of police incidents sometimes offer glimpses into the dynamics within the household where Elizabeth and her 21-year-old daughter have accused each other of physical abuse, a situation involving the teenage clairvoyant medium, Tyler …
Adrienne claims her brother's deceit and manipulative behavior, fueled by addiction, are devastating their parents. Consequently, the family gathers on the set of Dr. Phil's program.
They met but once, yet found themselves bound in marriage, bringing seven children together under a single roof. Life, however, proved a far cry from the expectations they had carried.
For five years, Lisa and Jana have been locked in a dispute over their mother’s inheritance. Miranda believes her mother harbored a peculiar obsession with the aesthetics of a dancer.
Anita, a woman known in social circles, claims that NFL player Art Schlichter swindled her out of her wealth. Afterward, he allegedly pressured her into borrowing funds from acquaintances. However, Anita’s former housekeeper has suggested a…
Angel recounts that her mother permitted her grandfather's abuse, aware of his prior offenses against other children. Her mother maintains that she never believed her ailing father capable of harming his grandchildren.
In June of 1994, O.J. Simpson, the former professional football star and actor, stood trial for the murders of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend, Ronald Goldman. The trial remains the most publicized criminal proceeding in A…
Hannah and Larry Overton were devoted Christians, dedicated missionaries, and loving parents to their four children. Their life appeared idyllic until they encountered a young foster child named Andrew, who yearned for a family, and he inst…
Seven months pregnant, Amber Hilberling, a woman of privilege and recent marriage, watched in horror as her husband, Josh, plunged from the window of their opulent 25th-floor apartment. Amber maintains the death was an accident, a consequen…
The story of a young marriage unraveling, culminating in a prison sentence for the bride, is a chilling one. Dr. Phil ventures into the correctional facility to speak with Amber Hilberling, a striking woman of twenty-four serving a twenty-f…
For forty-three years, Kris has pursued the elusive dream of rock and roll stardom. He describes himself as "addicted to fame," and the relentless chase has consumed him, much like a dependence. The pursuit has cost him dearly, fracturing r…
He weighs five hundred and sixty pounds, and intends to traverse the United States on a bicycle – an ambitious journey fueled by the desire for weight loss, a book, and marital reconciliation. Yet, as thousands of dollars pour into his GoFu…
The couple found themselves in persistent discord with their new neighbors. A barrage of disturbances plagued their days: threats were leveled, spurious police reports filed, and a chorus of barking from the neighbors' four dogs echoed thro…
On January 27th, thirteen-year-old Nicole Lovell vanished from her home in Blacksburg, Virginia. She had barricaded her dresser against the door and, it was said, climbed out her bedroom window, taking only a beloved Minions blanket but lea…
Yulia recounts that eight years prior, when authorities discovered her and her young daughters living homeless in a car with their newborn granddaughter, the girls were placed in foster care and the infant was adopted. Now, however, the fam…
Jyllian reports that her adopted daughter’s biological family, once experiencing homelessness, has become disruptive. Consequently, she has secured a restraining order against the biological mother, Olivia, driven by a fear that they intend…
Prosecutor Juan Martinez offered glimpses into the trial of Jodi Arias for the murder of her ex-boyfriend, Travis Alexander, revealing details unseen by the public. A juror, speaking anonymously, shed light on the factors that led to the ju…
Amanda alleges that her father committed sexual abuse against her for a period of fifteen years. While her mother and other relatives dismiss her claims, her grandmother insists they are choosing to ignore the truth. The three women confron…
Amanda alleges that her father committed sexual abuse against her for over a decade. However, certain members of her family remain skeptical of her claims. A phone conversation he had with her, recorded by law enforcement, is being consider…
Dr. Phil presents the twin sisters, adrift on the streets and desperate for drugs, with an unconventional proposition of assistance.
Pat is convinced her husband is systematically poisoning her meals and injecting her while she sleeps, all so he can sexually abuse their three teenage daughters. He counters her accusations by diagnosing her with paranoid, delusional menta…
In December, Stephanie lost her 21-year-old son, Malcolm, to a coma following a devastating fifteen-foot fall from a stairwell railing. His 19-year-old girlfriend, Chloe, was the sole witness to the accident, and Stephanie maintains a firm …
Marissa penned a letter to Dr. Phil, imploring him for assistance with her mother, Vicki, who has been married to Marissa’s father, Robert, for thirty-four years. Last September, Marissa confessed to harboring suspicions regarding her fathe…
Tanya Ramirez, a former educator, admitted to a transgression that crossed professional boundaries: she engaged in sexual activity with a seventeen-year-old student at her school. Now, she has taken a further, startling step, filing a lawsu…
Two years prior, Karen recounts, she possessed a life of enviable ease: a thriving business, a beachfront home, desirable automobiles, and a comfortable financial standing. Now, however, she claims to be in peril, alleging that certain indi…
