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Season 18
Episode 84

From Housewife to Sex Offender

January 16, 2020

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Dr. Phil - S18 - E84

In May 2012, Mistie, a mom and housewife of 15 years, made national headlines when she was arrested and convicted of having a sexual relationship with her teenage son, whom she did not raise. The story sparked widespread outrage, and Mistie spent almost five years in prison for her crime. Now, out of prison, Mistie tells Dr. Phil her story in her first-ever television interview. Watch when Mistie breaks down while reliving the moment she met her son for the first time since walking out of his life over 15 years prior. Can Dr. Phil help Mistie put her trauma behind her so she can heal from her chaotic past? Tune in to find out!

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18x34 - DNA Drama: A Family in Turmoil
October 24, 2019
DNA results can sometimes cause more conflict than resolution. Amanda wrote in desperate for Dr. Phil’s help after an at-home DNA test led to the discovery of an entirely new biological family. Her search gave her three new sisters and a different biological dad! For the first time, on the Dr. Phil stage, all four sisters and their shared biological father come together to see if they have a deeper connection than simply genetics. Plus: filmmaker Kurt Neal and Annemarie Carrigan join Dr. Phil to discuss the new documentary film, “Normie,” which explores her life and the “illusion of normal” through the lens of Down syndrome.
18x35 - What Were They Thinking? When Sentencing Seems To Make No Sense
October 25, 2019
Dr. Phil takes a closer look at what many call “outrageously lenient sentences” for serious, high-profile crimes. Dr. Phil meets a former superior court judge who lost his job after giving zero jail time to a man who strangled a woman unconscious and threatened to kill her. Also, a rape victim’s mother speaks out for the first time on daytime television about how her daughter’s rapist walked out of court with zero jail time.
18x36 - “‘Love Stoned’ – My Daughter is Addicted to a Toxic Man!”
October 28, 2019
Laura says she’s desperately worried about her 19-year-old daughter, Rebecca, because she says she is in a toxic relationship with a rageaholic named Dominick. Laura says Rebecca dropped out of college and left her job to be with her boyfriend 24-7 and says she desperately needs Dr. Phil’s help to break her out of this spell. Dominick says he blames his anger and rage on a lesion on his brain. He also says that screaming fights with his mother, Marianne, make his anger even worse. Is Dominick’s brain to blame for his aggressive behavior? Tune in to find out!
18x37 - Gun Toting, Pot Smoking, and Only 11 Years Old
October 29, 2019
Bree says she is very concerned about her 11-year-old son, JJ’s, extremely violent behavior, which includes threatening to kill her with a steak knife. But Bree says JJ isn’t just acting out at home; his school was forced to implement a safety plan as a result of the 51 disciplinary infractions he’s incurred in the last three years, as well as a plan to harm another student.Bree says her son recently ran away for three days and he posted photos on social media smoking weed and holding a handgun. Find out what happened that has Dr. Phil concerned about the child returning home with his mother.
18x38 - “My Beautiful Daughter Has Spiraled into a Homeless Hair Hoarder”
October 30, 2019
Monique claims her 23-year-old daughter, Krissy, has an obsession with hoarding hair and is refusing to bathe, claims her daughter denies. She says she also fears for her daughter’s safety since Krissy couch surfs with strangers she meets online. Sunjay, Krissy’s father, says his daughter is in desperate need of Dr. Phil’s help because Krissy suffers from fits of rage. He says his daughter went to jail after stabbing him in the leg. Krissy says she wants a closer relationship with her mom and to get some direction in her life -- but that Monique’s current husband gets in the way.
18x39 - Black and Blue Blackout Drunk
October 31, 2019
Opie says her friend, Shane, is living on borrowed time and fears it won’t be long before she gets the call saying he’s dead. She says Shane’s alcohol addiction has caused him to injure himself to the point where his entire face turned black-and-blue. Shane admits he has “busted himself up” from time to time while drinking, but claims he doesn’t know why he drinks. Will Shane finally get the answer he’s looking for?
18x40 - Former Anchorwoman and Beauty Queen Wife: Is She Addicted?
November 1, 2019
Steve says his wife, Tamara, went from being a beauty queen competing in the Miss America Pageant and having a career as a local anchorwoman, to dancing in a tutu in the middle of the night. Steve believes his wife’s behavior is a direct result of her dangerously abusing Adderall. Tamara insists she loves Adderall and all the “magical” things it is doing for her life, including allowing her to “give birth to a midlife awakening" and fulfill her fairytale fantasies. Tamara says Steve’s got another thing coming if he thinks shipping her off to rehab will fix her and their marriage. Will she listen to Dr. Phil?
18x41 - Torn Between Two Fiancés
November 4, 2019
Holly says she’s engaged to two men she met online, one from Brazil and the other from Turkey. Her mother, Linda, says she believes they are both in it for the green card but that Keoma, from Brazil, is the worse of her daughter’s two choices. Today, meet Keoma and find out if he’s in the relationship because he loves Holly, or if he’s trying to obtain a green card. Plus, Dr. Phil reveals what a private investigator discovered about Keoma’s past.
18x42 - Holly’s Fiancés Face Off
November 5, 2019
Holly says she’s in love and engaged to two men. But she has never met either one of these men in person, because fiancé number one, Keoma, is from Brazil and living in London, and fiancé number two, Gunes, is Turkish and lives in Ankara. Monday, viewers met Keoma, and Holly’s mother, Linda, said she was not a fan. Now, meet Gunes and find out if Linda is willing to give him her blessing. Then the two men meet for the first time. And, Holly reveals a secret she’s been keeping from both of her fiancés. Will Dr. Phil be OK with Holly marrying one of these men? Or, does he think they just want to use her to get to America?
18x43 - “My Teen Son is Facing Prison After Escaping Police Custody During a Televised Manhunt”
November 6, 2019
Dana says her son Chas, who was once a good student, star athlete, and self-professed momma’s boy, is now facing five felony charges. While in police custody, the 17-year-old escaped, causing a manhunt that ended after eight hours. Dana says she is scared and heartbroken because he could be facing 10 years in prison. Chas says he is all about “getting the money” and will “hustle” to get out of the hood. He says he is aware that he is facing serious trouble but says, “If you do the crime, you got to do the time.” Chas Sr. says Dana enables their son. He says he tries to discipline Chas, but Dana always shuts him down. Chas Sr. says that his son is reckless, on an out-of-control path, and if he is not careful, Chas will end up in jail or dead.
18x44 - Ukrainian Orphan: Child or Adult Sociopath? The Exclusive Interview
November 7, 2019
The exclusive interview with the Ukrainian orphan who is making headlines. Is she the real life version of the horror movie "Orphan”? Natalia’s adoptive parents have been accused of abandoning her when she was just 9 years old. But they claim Natalia, who has a form of dwarfism, is really a sociopathic adult posing as a child -- who tried to kill them. Natalia speaks out for the first time to Dr. Phil.
18x45 - An Intense Intervention: “I’m Addicted to Pain Pills, But Not an Addict”
November 8, 2019
Nate says he always knew his mom was a bit “off,” but was completely shocked after returning home four years ago to find his 52-year-old mother, Helen, looking like a frail old woman due to an opioid addiction. Nate says he believes his siblings, Demetria and Alex, could be more aggressive in helping their mother get clean. He also points a finger at his Aunt Joni, who he believes is enabling their mother’s addiction. Helen told Dr. Phil producers she wants to get help for her “medical issues” but is not drug-addicted. The siblings all agree on one thing: they didn't have a solid foundation growing up and are now having a difficult time agreeing on how to support their mother, who they all desperately want to save.
18x46 - “My Mom is Homeless and Believes She is Engaged to Putin”
November 11, 2019
Jennifer says she believes she and Russian President Vladimir Putin are head over heels in love! She says she believes the Lord has shown her that she will soon be Putin’s wife, the Mother of Russia. Jennifer says she’s choosing to be homeless because Putin will be picking her up any day now. Jennifer’s children say they believe their mother is delusional and suffering from a mental illness. They say not only does she believe she’s engaged to Putin, but they claim she insists she has stopped President Trump’s assassination, terrorist plots, and four wars. Will Dr. Phil be able to help bring this family back together? Find out!
18x47 - Prescription Drugs, Drinking and DWIs, “My Daughter Is A Hot Mess”
November 12, 2019
Miranda says her mother is controlling, manic, and always nagging her. But Cathy says she has no choice because her 22-year-old daughter is living in her home, fighting, screaming, and drinking. Cathy says she just wants Miranda to think straight and keep a job. Can Dr. Phil help this family end all the drama and chaos in their life?
18x48 - Athlete to Addict
November 13, 2019
Bobby and Renna say their son, Cameron, was a local hero in their small town. They say Cameron was the homecoming king and an all-star football and baseball player with recruiters knocking down his door. But the parents say all that changed in the blink of an eye when injuries destroyed Cameron’s athletic career, and with the injuries came surgeries, and with the surgeries came pain pills. Cameron’s parents say now their son is a heroin-addicted criminal whose dirty needle use left him needing heart surgery to save his life. But, Bobby and Renna admit they are not on the same page on how to save their son. In fact, just four months ago, Bobby gave Renna an ultimatum: stop enabling their son, or she and Cameron needed to move out. Renna says she chose to walk away from her 30-year marriage to save her son. Can Dr. Phil get Renna to stop helping her son kill himself with drugs? Plus, find out the shocking confession Cameron makes to Dr. Phil producers?
18x49 - Twins’ Tragic Hot Car Death Exclusive
November 14, 2019
A New York man has been charged with second-degree manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide and child endangerment after the devastating death of his 1-year-old twins. Juan Rodriquez was supposed to drop off the children at daycare, but instead, forgot them for more than eight hours in a hot car while he was at work. In an exclusive interview, the twins’ devastated mother, Marissa Rodriquez, tells her story for the first time. She explains why she is standing by her husband and reveals what she wants other parents to learn from this tragedy. Plus: Dr. Phil shines a spotlight on the search for missing Auburn college student Aniah Blanchard. Her Mother and UFC fighter stepfather plead for her safe return.
18x50 - “Our 15-Year-Old Runaway Daughter Claims She’s Pregnant, But is She?”
November 15, 2019
Maribeth and John say their 15-year-old daughter, Marie, has become distant, angry, and is no longer the charming honors school student they once knew. They say around one year ago, Marie began running away – appearing in the news and social media – until the police hunted her down! But they claim Marie has continued to act out by selling stolen items, driving her parents’ car without a license, and sneaking out at all hours of the night. So, Maribeth and John installed surveillance cameras, bolted Marie’s window shut, and took away her phone. But Marie disappeared again, and this time when she returned, she said she was pregnant.
18x51 - Test Results Revealed: Is 15-Year-Old Marie Really Pregnant?
November 18, 2019
Today, meet 15-year-old Marie, who has told her parents she is now pregnant after running away three times. Dr. Phil confronts Marie about making sure she is following a prenatal regimen and asks her what her future plan is for her unborn child. Marie claims she knows who her baby’s father is and has a plan. Then, Dr. Phil asks her to take a pregnancy test so that everyone can determine what her next step should be. Finally, Marie and her parents, John and Maribeth, discuss the pregnancy results and what is going to happen for everyone as a family.
18x52 - Innocent and Behind Bars? Amanda Knox Fights to Free the Wrongfully Convicted
November 19, 2019
Amanda Knox spent four years locked in an Italian prison for the murder of her British roommate Meredith Kercher. Dubbed “Foxy Knoxy” by the press, she became one of the most famous cases of wrongful conviction.
18x53 - “I Will Do and Steal Anything to Be ‘Bad and Boujee’”
November 20, 2019
Alex says he will do absolutely anything to live his “bad and boujee” lifestyle. He admits he lies, cheats, and steals thousands of dollars from friends, family, and even strangers, just so he can live a lifestyle which includes shopping, tanning, and getting his hair done. Alex says he wants to become famous for his “twerking videos,” but until then, he believes his family should be taking care of him because he’s “just 26-years-old!” Alex’s mother, Kimberly, and sister, Elizabeth, say nothing about Alex’s life is glamorous. They claim Alex shows no remorse for any of his actions, even though he has stolen so much from his mother that she claims she will be homeless within the year! Can Dr. Phil get through to Alex? Will Alex ever change his “bad and boujee” ways? Find out!
18x54 - Terrorized by Technology: Held Hostage by Our Smart Homes
November 21, 2019
Brooklyn, Arjun, and Andy all say they had the terrifying experience of having their smart home devices hacked: Brooklyn had complete strangers talking to her 8-year-old daughter, and Arjun’s smart thermostat was raised to 90 degrees while his 7-month-old son was asleep. In a surprising twist, also meet Hank, who hacked Andy’s system. Learn why he says he did it, and get a chance to see this scary situation from a hacker’s point of view. Then, cybersecurity expert and “the world’s most famous hacker” Kevin Mitnick demonstrates some methods hackers use to access sensitive information, and gives valuable tips to keep yourself safe in the cyberworld.
18x55 - “We’ve Lost Control of Our Raging, Possibly Pregnant, Teen”
November 22, 2019
Tony and Heather claim their 17-year-old daughter, Rae, has violent meltdowns that have ended with police intervention as many as 80 times! But that’s not all; they also say Rae is claiming she’s pregnant. Rae spent the morning before taping Dr. Phil, barricading her terminally ill mother in a car. Will this family ever make it to stage for Dr. Phil to help them? Find out! .
18x56 - After Barricading Her Mom in the Car, Rae Makes it to Stage
November 25, 2019
After resisting all morning, Rae finally makes her way to the Dr. Phil stage. She claims her parents not only ignore her, but her mother’s illness and father’s alcoholism and physical abuse are the main reasons for her out-of-control anger. What happens when Rae refuses to go for treatment? You do not want to miss how this out-of-control teen drama ends!
18x57 - “My Husband’s Double Life Exposed: Should I End My Marriage?”
November 26, 2019
Nicole says she thought she knew her husband of nearly 20 years, Carter, but all that changed when Nicole uncovered a secret her husband has been hiding for years. Nicole says 12 days ago, she discovered that Carter has been having a nearly four-year sexual affair with a man. Even though Carter insists he has told Nicole everything, she is adamant that she believes there is more her husband is hiding. Find out the shocking results a private investigator revealed to Dr. Phil about the man Carter has been having an affair with.
18x58 - “I Run a Sober Living House but Can’t Save My Own Son”
November 27, 2019
Crystal says her son is a troubled, marijuana selling, smoking and vaping teen who is headed to prison or the grave. She runs a sober living house but says she can’t seem to practice the tough love she preaches on her son, Dominique, who went from honor roll student and varsity basketball player to high school dropout. Dominique turns 18 in just a couple of weeks, and the family is trying desperately to give him a wake-up call before it is too late.
18x59 - A Thanksgiving Disaster, a Burned Toddler and a Family at Odds
November 28, 2019
Jacob’s son Blake was burned at 2 1/2 years old on a treadmill in his sister Ellen’s home at Thanksgiving in 2014. Jacob claims Ellen was 100% responsible for his son’s injuries and scars. Jacob’s wife, Beth, says that their family was uninvited to further Thanksgivings by Ellen. Ellen says that she never uninvited Jacob and his family, is not responsible for Blake’s injuries and says that in the four-and-a-half years Jacob has held this grudge, Blake hasn’t developed scars. Ellen and Jacob’s brother, Ed, says that he’s tried to play mediator, but after Jacob went on a social media rant in February 2019, rehashing the accident and continuing to blame Ellen, he knew that this unhealthy family feud needed bigger help. Can Dr. Phil help these siblings mend fences?
18x60 - “I Blame Myself for My Father’s Murder”
November 29, 2019
Today, an unsolved murder and the plot to cover it up! Police say Shannon Ivey was murdered sometime in 2016, but his body was not found until 2018. His body had been wrapped in a carpet and kept in a cold, dark storage unit, mummifying for nearly two years. But his family didn’t suspect a thing and never reported him missing. That’s because Shannon’s family believes not only did his then-wife, Toni, shoot Shannon in the back of the head, but they claim she then tricked everyone into believing he was still alive by impersonating him via email and text. Shannon’s son, Lance, says he hasn’t been the same since learning of his father's death and is still completely obsessed with the case. Lance says he is riddled with guilt and believes his choice to join the Navy was the literal nail in his father’s coffin. His mother, Melanie, says Lance just needs to move on, but Lance says that’s not possible until he figures out why on earth his stepmother murdered his father. You don’t want to miss this one!
18x61 - “I’m Leaving My Husband Next Week if He Doesn’t Get Help with His OCD!”
December 2, 2019
Robin wrote in to the show desperate for help for her husband, Mike. She says it’s urgent because she is ready to leave her husband if he won’t get help with his severe OCD. Robin says she’s set a deadline, and if he doesn’t get help, she’s out of his life and he may be out on the streets. Mike says his OCD has taken over his life and he’s a prisoner in his own head. He says he spends his life living in torment, but he’s willing to do anything to keep Robin in his life.
18x62 - Battle of the Exes
December 3, 2019
Mike and his fiancé, Julia, claim that ever since their engagement, Mike’s ex-wife, Christy, has become “crazy with jealousy” and has been stalking and harassing them. They claim Christy has sent the police to their house over 20 times for no reason and even sent them to Mike and Christy’s son’s football practice! Christy denies their allegations and claims, instead, that her ex-husband is an irresponsible, overbearing, narcissist, who is poisoning their son against her. She says she couldn’t care less about Mike and his new “90-day fiancé,” Julia. Christy says she’s not stalking or harassing them, and has only used the police to ensure she receives her court-ordered weekends with her son. Can Dr. Phil help these battling exes come to a truce? Find out!
18x63 - Chased by Police and Accused of An Interstate Crime Spree
December 4, 2019
Vicki says her 23-year-old granddaughter, Alexis, is accused of going on a crime spree across two states with a 30-year-old man named Lance, whom she met only four months ago. According to authorities, Lance was caught on a store security camera robbing a clerk with a gun, while Alexis waited for him in a stolen car. Stacey, Alexis’ mom, says Alexis completely changed when she met Lance. She says Alexis and Lance are accused of going through seven counties and stealing five cars before their arrest. Alexis says she will stand by Lance because he gave her love and acceptance after everything that has happened to her after she was raped three years ago. She says she is engaged to Lance and is willing to wait until he gets out of prison.
18x64 - A 'Dr. Phil' Exclusive: Two Young Women Who Put Larry Nassar Behind Bars
December 5, 2019
Ex-USA Gymnastics National Team and Michigan State University doctor Larry Nassar pleaded guilty to three counts of possession of child pornography and 10 counts of criminal sexual conduct and will spend the rest of his life in prison after hundreds of people – mostly young women – came forward about his abuse under the guise of “treatment.” In a Dr. Phil exclusive, two young women, Emma Ann and Grace, speak out for the first time on television about their experience with Larry Nassar. Also, hear from the controversial judge, Judge Rosemarie Aquilina, who said she signed Nassar’s “death warrant,” the attorney, Jamie White, who got a million settlement from MSU, and an author, Abigail Pesta, who is making sure no one forgets this unprecedented crime with her book, The Girls: An All-American Town, a Predatory Doctor, and the Untold Story of the Gymnasts Who Brought Him Down.
18x65 - Vanished! Where is Dulce? And What Does Her Mother Know?
December 6, 2019
The heartbreaking case of a missing little girl who vanished without a trace. Five-year-old Dulce Maria Alvarez disappeared more than two months ago, reportedly while playing in a New Jersey park as her mother sat in a car nearby. In an exclusive interview, her mother speaks out. What does she know?
18x66 - DNA Drama: Fertility Doctors' Secret Children
December 9, 2019
With advances in DNA technology, the exposure of so-called “fertility fraud” is on the rise. There are currently close to 70 children biologically linked to former fertility doctor Donald Cline, who used his own sperm to impregnate patients without their knowledge. These children are left to pick up the pieces after learning that he is their biological father -- not the person who raised them. Five of the children come together to ask Dr. Phil how they can move forward with their lives.
18x67 - “My Mom Took My Phone, Car, Condo and Kids – Help Me Get Them Back!”
December 10, 2019
Morgan claims that last year, her mother, Liz, stole her two children right out from under her and says she has no idea why. Morgan’s mother, Liz, claims she had no choice but to seek custody because Morgan is addicted to ADHD medication, hears voices, and hid a fugitive in her home for 11 days! Morgan denies that she has an addiction and says she is only taking what is prescribed to her. But Morgan’s mother and her best friend, Amy, believe Morgan’s prescription drug abuse is what caused what they call her “psychotic break.”
18x68 - Pedophile Hunters
December 11, 2019
There’s a social media phenomenon happening: vigilante “pedophile hunters.” Tony, from New York, says he’s a plumber by day … and a “pedophile hunter” by night! He and two other “hunters,” Jesse and Josh, join Dr. Phil to discuss how they claim they risk their lives each night by using "decoys” to lure suspected pedophiles to a public location where they confront them while livestreaming their “stings”! Are the pedophile hunters modern-day heroes or dangerous vigilantes?
18x69 - Pedophile Hunters: Victim of Sting Fights Back!
December 12, 2019
In part 2, find out what happens when vigilante “pedophile hunters,” Tony, Jesse, Josh, and former pedophile hunter Shane come face-to-face with a man who says he has falsely accused him of wanting to have sex with a 15-year-old child. Peter says his and his wife’s lives were turned upside down by a vigilante pedophile hunter group that publicly shamed him online.
18x70 - Murder in Alaska: Teen Allegedly Lured to Death By Best Friend
December 13, 2019
A gruesome death in the Alaskan wilderness -- an unsuspecting teen is allegedly lured into the woods and murdered by her best friend. The alleged motive? A mystery man who was posing online as a handsome millionaire and offering money for murder on video. It’s a story full of dark twists and turns. In an exclusive interview, the father on a relentless quest for justice for his daughter speaks out.
18x71 - “Our 11-Month-Old Died and I’m Being Blamed”
December 16, 2019
Jaclin says she has been living a nightmare since she lost her 11-month-old daughter, Madalin, 10 years ago, when she accidentally suffocated while sleeping in the same bed with Jaclin and her boyfriend, Justin. Jaclin says she has become a “ticking time bomb” and looks for ways to punish herself for what happened to Madalin. Justin, who says he’s been with Jaclin since high school, says they both blame each other for their daughter's death. Justin says they talk about marriage, but there is no way he can marry Jaclin in the state she is in now. Alicia says she has been friends with both Justin and Jaclin since high school, and their relationship has always been tumultuous. Alicia says Justin and Jaclin are both still in pain and need help.
18x72 - Breakup, Breakdown
December 17, 2019
Melanie emailed Dr. Phil saying her relationship with her 15-year-old daughter, Elena, is strained because Elena has been disobedient, grouchy and mean since her boyfriend broke up with her recently. Elena admits she’s miserable and says she’s disappointed she didn’t do enough to keep him. The breakup was so hard on Elena that she quit regular school and says she would rather go back to a mental health facility than see the boy who dumped her. Then, LaTonya emailed Dr. Phil saying she was pursuing her dreams in a big city, and everything was going her way until her boyfriend, Randy, cheated and then dumped her. Randy admits he was seeing several women and that he was never LaTonya’s boyfriend -- he just made her think he was. Can Dr. Phil help these heartbroken women?
18x73 - From Army Specialist to ‘Mooching Burnout' Brother
December 18, 2019
Roberto and Teresa say their 32-year-old son, Alex, is lazy, unemployable, angry, and abuses alcohol and marijuana. Alex’s siblings, Rob and Stephanie, say that while Alex definitely doesn’t have his life together, their parents are the ones enabling him by bankrolling Alex’s self-destruction. After an explosive altercation just six months ago that ended with Alex assaulting both his parents, Teresa kicked him out of her house but continues to pay his rent. Can Dr. Phil get this family to face their issues head-on?
18x74 - “CPS Investigated Me So I Kicked My Mother Out”
December 19, 2019
Jeanine and Nathan say they thought it would be mutually beneficial to have Jeanine’s 70-year-old mother, Liz, live with them when she couldn’t afford her building’s rent increase. But Liz says she was not prepared for what she calls their “dirty home,” which led to her complaining to others about the living conditions, and then led to CPS opening an investigation. Jeanine and Nathan then kicked out Liz. Liz claims that as a result of her daughter’s actions, she is homeless and living in her car. Jeanine and Nathan say they have not spoken to Liz until seeing her at the show. Dr. Phil works to find out why exactly CPS was initially called and if something can be done about Liz’s homelessness.
18x75 - The Search for Missing Grandma
December 20, 2019
Tyler’s grandmother was a mystery to him until today. She walked out of his father’s life 43 years ago when he was just a toddler. His father took his own life in 2015 and never got to see his mother again, something he always struggled with. Troy Dunn, The Locator, was able to solve this mystery for Tyler and reunites him with family members he didn’t even know existed. You won’t want to miss as Dr. Phil helps Tyler through this emotional roller-coaster.
18x76 - “My Wife Tricked Me into Getting a Divorce”
January 6, 2020
Doug says he and his ex-wife, Amy, have been living in the same house since their recent divorce so they can co-parent their two children. He says it wasn’t his idea to end the marriage – and he wants his wife back. He blames his former steroid addiction for causing him to have an affair with an 18-year-old cheerleader. Amy claims Doug was always an abusive husband, and steroids only made it worse. She says Doug is using their children to manipulate her and pressure her to reconcile. She says she’s done with the marriage and wants nothing from Doug except to co-parent.
18x77 - “Battered and Bruised: My Grandson Nearly Killed His Baby”
January 7, 2020
Emma claims she’s so angry with her grandson, Jordan, that she says she could, “Kill him, the next time I see him!” Emma says that her grandson nearly beat-to-death his then 1-month-old daughter, Leigh, who suffered multiple life-threatening injuries, but by a miracle, survived. Emma says despite her grandson being locked up, she is still concerned for Leigh’s well-being, because her daughter, Jenny, adopted the child, and she fears that despite legal orders, Jenny may be allowing Jordan to have contact with her, a claim Jenny adamantly denies.
18x78 - “Mom Went from Nursing Assistant to Homeless and Sleeping in Her Car”
January 8, 2020
Tina went from being a certified nursing assistant to living in her car for over a year. She says things haven’t improved since September 2018 because no one, not even her own children, have been able to meet her half way and help her get better. Her children, Elmer and Vanessa, both claim their mom is spiraling out of control, acting violently toward law enforcement, and refusing any type of treatment. They say the only person Tina might listen to is Dr. Phil.
18x79 - “I Need to Walk 100K Steps a Day”
January 9, 2020
Liz says she spends 11 to 13 hours a day jogging around her coffee table until she reaches 100,000 steps on her Fitbit – the equivalent of 50 miles a day – every day. Her mother, Karen, says Liz has no life, career or hobbies and is afraid Liz is ruining her body and could also be ruining her marriage by keeping up her step obsession. Can Dr. Phil help Liz identify the reason for her unusual compulsion? Then, musical artist Oli London says he has spent the last six years of his life transforming himself inside and out into the “perfect” K-pop idol. He’s undergone 15 procedures and has spent over ,000 on plastic surgery – even going so far as to have five facial surgeries in one day – in order to look like Jimin from the K-pop group BTS. His best friends, Frenchy and Vicky, say they are scared that Oli’s reckless pursuit of K-pop perfection could cost him his life and want Dr. Phil’s help getting through to Oli.
18x80 - “Terrorized By My 10-Year-Old”
January 10, 2020
Alisha says her 10-year-old son, Kevin, is pushing his family to their limits of tolerance as they live in fear of his next violent outburst. They currently have to hide all the knives and lighters in the house, and his other siblings have to barricade themselves in their rooms at night when he flies into a rage. Alisha says she’s more frightened of the future Kevin hurting her entire family or ending someone’s life one day. She says Dr. Phil is her last hope to control her son’s behavior before it’s too late.
18x81 - Inside A Religious Reform School: Survivors of Hephzibah House
January 13, 2020
Pastor Ronald Williams and his late wife, Patti, founded Hephzibah House in 1971, a Christian boarding school for teen girls. Kalie, Susan, and Gabby say they want to raise awareness about Hephzibah House, where they claim they experienced abuse that still haunts them to this day. But Lucinda, another former student, is defending the work she says Pastor Williams has done at Hephzibah House. For the first time ever, Ben, the founder’s son, speaks out. You won’t want to miss this episode.
18x82 - Former Students of Hephzibah House Speak Out
January 14, 2020
Kalie, Susan, and Gabby say they want to shutdown Hephzibah House, a Christian boarding school they were forced to attend as teens. They say they believe the girls in that home are at great risk, but another former student, Lucinda, says these women need to stop all the allegations because the home was a safe haven for her and many other girls. You won’t want to miss this conclusion as a former volunteer staff member joins the conversation.
18x83 - “My Partying Sister Needs a Motherhood Master Class – Now”
January 15, 2020
Nick claims his 41-year-old sister, Jennifer, is a bad parent who prioritizes partying over parenting her 13-year-old daughter. Nick says ever since Jennifer divorced her husband, Ben, her parenting skills have spiraled out of control, resulting in a long list of worrying behaviors from their daughter, including violence and self-harm. Julie, Ben’s girlfriend, claims his daughter would be much happier away from her mother and living with them. Jennifer says she is sick and tired of being made out to be a bad mom and claims Ben has no idea how hard she has it as a single mother. Jennifer says she’s through being ganged up on by Ben, his girlfriend, and her brother, and wants Dr. Phil’s help to prove she is not the problem here. Can Dr. Phil convince this divorced couple to co-parent in harmony? Tune in to find out!
18x84 - From Housewife to Sex Offender
January 16, 2020
In May 2012, Mistie, a mom and housewife of 15 years, made national headlines when she was arrested and convicted of having a sexual relationship with her teenage son, whom she did not raise. The story sparked widespread outrage, and Mistie spent almost five years in prison for her crime. Now, out of prison, Mistie tells Dr. Phil her story in her first-ever television interview. Watch when Mistie breaks down while reliving the moment she met her son for the first time since walking out of his life over 15 years prior. Can Dr. Phil help Mistie put her trauma behind her so she can heal from her chaotic past? Tune in to find out!
18x85 - Do Words Matter or Are We Too Sensitive?
January 17, 2020
Are we too sensitive as a society, or do words really matter? People are eager to give their opinion; but sometimes, there are real consequences, including losing your entire career with just one tweet. Kathy won Miss Michigan 2019 but got her crown removed the day after because of comments she made on social media which the pageant deemed offensive, insensitive, and inappropriate. Then, Carissa was on her way to an international modeling career when posts labeled as transphobic derailed her dreams. She even lied about being transgender herself. Can Dr. Phil help these 20-year-olds come out of their PR nightmare, or will they stand by their social media comments?
18x86 - “My Boyfriend is Married and His Wife is Irrelevant to Me”
January 20, 2020
Eighteen-year-old Brooklyn says she is sick and tired of her mother butting into her love life and trying to ruin her relationship with her boyfriend, Eric. Brooklyn’s mother, Courtney, admits she wants nothing more than to see them apart, but that’s only because Brooklyn’s boyfriend has two children and a wife. Brooklyn says her mother needs to back off, or she will have no other choice than to file a restraining order against her for harassment. Eric’s wife, Mandy, says she wants Brooklyn to leave her husband alone. She says she’s here to fight for her marriage.
18x87 - “My Ex Put Cameras at My House to Prove I’m a Horrible Mom”
January 21, 2020
Jason says his 16-year-old daughter refuses to talk to him because he is a disciplinarian, while his ex-wife, Tina, refuses to be a parent. He says their daughter is so entitled, she runs the house – and Tina has allowed it. Tina says her relationship with Jason has always been dysfunctional and toxic, and they constantly fight and argue. She says Jason has even put up seven cameras around the outside of her house to watch her and her daughter and listen to their conversations. Jason’s mom, Patricia, says Tina gives her daughter anything she wants, and it’s her fault that her daughter has become violent and irresponsible.
18x88 - Black Eye and Busted Lip: Daughter Confronts Dad on Stage
January 22, 2020
Dr. Phil continues his conversation with Jason, who says his 16-year-old daughter won’t talk to him, and his ex-wife, Tina, refuses to be a parent. Their daughter claims Jason has followed her and tried to fight her friend. She says she’s ready to confront her dad on Dr. Phil’s stage about how she ended up with a black eye and busted lip during an argument with him. Jason adamantly denies hurting his daughter. Tina claims Jason and his mother, Patricia, make the situation worse by always exerting their power over Tina and their daughter’s living situation, including Jason installing cameras around the house they live in which Patricia owns. Patricia claims Tina always plays the victim and is the reason why her granddaughter is out of control.
18x89 - Cheerleader Tries to Hire Hitmen to Kill Parents: The Exclusive Interview
January 23, 2020
A high school cheerleader tried to hire “hit men” to kill her parents. Why did the teen want them dead? Her parents speak out in an exclusive interview. Will she face decades in prison, or can she be rehabilitated?
18x90 - "Two Cancelled Engagements, Fighting and Drinking: Should I Leave My Fiancé?”
January 24, 2020
Loni emailed Dr. Phil multiple times saying her fiancé, Dustin, goes from sweet to furious in a split second, and has called her names in front of their 3-year-old daughter. His family questions why she stays -- but she says he just gets like that because he often drinks 12 beers a night and 60 over the weekend. Dustin admits he’s an alcoholic but he says the problem is that he lives in a state of boredom, so he turns on Dr. Phil and starts drinking until he passes out. Can Dr. Phil help Dustin acknowledge he has a problem?
18x91 - “My Manipulative, Raging Son Can’t Stop Lying and Refuses to Go to School”
January 27, 2020
Linda and Chuck say their 17-year-old son, Mike, refuses to take “no” for an answer. They say he refuses to follow their rules, go to school, or grow up! Linda and Chuck claim they have done everything possible to discipline their son, but nothing seems to work. Mike says he’s not the one who needs the help. In fact, he says his own mother is the one who needs to be "smacked in the face" with reality! Is Mike an out-of-control teen, or does his mother know exactly how to push his buttons?
18x92 - “Forced at 14 to Be a Parent to My Out-of-Control Brothers”
January 28, 2020
Ariana’s father was killed five years ago, and she claims ever since that day, her mother, Jodi, checked out completely as a parent and started dating and going out, leaving her to raise her destructive and violent 9- and 12-year-old brothers. Ariana claims her brothers’ behavior is so out of control that one of them killed the family dog, and the other gets strip-searched for weapons at school every day. Jodi says she always has her children’s best interest in mind, but Ariana says that couldn’t be further from the truth.
18x93 - “We Think Our Mother and Her Husband Are Being Duped by Her Online Boyfriend”
January 29, 2020
Marcy and Todd say their 71-year-old mother, Renee, may be married to their stepfather, Harold, but that hasn’t stopped her from giving away hundreds of thousands of dollars to an online scammer who Renee says she is in love with. Renee, a retired mortgage banker, says her children live in another state and don’t have the first clue about her relationship with “Thomas" or “Tom Nunez Hughs,” who is handsome and wealthy but unfortunately is stuck in South Africa. Renee says her boyfriend is the most romantic man she has ever met, even more so than her husband, who she plans to divorce once “Thomas Hughs” returns to the U.S. Marcy and Todd say their mother’s obsession has escalated to frightening proportions. Now, Marcy has disinvited her mother to her wedding because Renee is completely absorbed in her relationship with this catfish. And, Todd says he has not spoken to his mother in two years because she only wants money from him to give to her online lover. As Dr. Phil investigates Renee’s love life, she learns essential information about “Thomas Nunez Hughs.”
18x94 - Exclusive: Family Accused of Locking Their Children in Cages
January 30, 2020
Four children have been removed from what Lee County District Attorney is calling a real-life house of horrors. The children’s great-grandparents, Pamela and James Bond, and their mother, Kylla Mann, were arrested and charged with aggravated child abuse and reckless endangerment. In an exclusive interview, the children’s family speaks out for the first time about what they claim really happened inside those walls.
18x95 - “My Son Believes He’s a Cyborg from the Future!”
January 31, 2020
Anita says two years ago, after graduating from NYU, her 24-year-old son, Orrin, suddenly announced that he is, and always has been, a mechanized cyborg from the year 2050! Orrin says he’s part of a “collective intelligence” who was sent back in time by “higher beings” to warn humanity of the upcoming apocalypse. In order to spread his message, Orrin says he created a hip hop artist persona to gain followers on social media for his cause. Anita says she believes Orrin is using his cyborg persona as an excuse to live in her house and mooch off of her. She says Orrin needs to get a paying job before worrying about the future destruction of humanity. Can Dr. Phil convince Orrin he’s not a cyborg, or at the very least, to get a job? Find out!
18x96 - A House of Addicts
February 3, 2020
Mary and her husband, Michael, say they are worried about losing their daughter, Shayne, to a drug overdose. They already lost one daughter to an overdose in 2011, and are worried about history repeating itself. Shayne’s sister, Shelby, admits to having had an addiction in the past, and now that she's sober, she wants Shayne to get clean. The family says their biggest fear is finding Shayne dead from using drugs in her home, which is cluttered due to hoarding.
18x97 - House of Addicts: The Family Confronts Shayne
February 4, 2020
Shayne is ready to face her family about her drug addiction, and to confront her sister, Shelby, who she feels is at least partly to blame for their sister’s death. The sisters' parents, Mary and Michael, say they hope Shelby and Shayne can work through their issues, and that Shayne finally realizes she has a serious drug addiction and needs help.
18x98 - “My Daughter Won’t Stop Faking Pregnancies!”
February 5, 2020
Janene claims her daughter Taylor is a “pathological liar” who has faked 10 previous pregnancies. However, a sonogram convinced her that Taylor was finally telling the truth about her latest “pregnancy,” so much so, that she threw her daughter a gender reveal party and baby shower. After nine months of allegedly being pregnant, Taylor told the family she miscarried. Janene and Taylor’s younger sister, Breanna, now believe Taylor was never pregnant and faked her miscarriage, too. Taylor says she’s come to Dr. Phil to come clean to her family and tell them the truth about her latest pregnancy. Was she ever really pregnant as she claims? Dr. Phil investigates and learns the shocking truth. Don’t miss it!
18x99 - “Help! I’m Going to Inherit a Messy Mansion, Millions and My Adult Sister”
February 6, 2020
Lydia says she is living in her dream home with a spectacular view that reminds her of Italy and of being in love. She says she has it all: a happy second marriage, money to have hired help, and her adult daughter, Lori, living in her basement. But Lydia’s other daughter, Kim, emailed Dr. Phil because she says she’s terrified that not only is she going to inherit her mother’s overcrowded and messy mansion, but also her sister. Can Dr. Phil help Lori get out of her mother’s basement before it’s too late? You won’t want to miss this!
18x100 - “Our Family is Being Bullied by Raging Ryan”
February 7, 2020
Alyssa, Amanda, and their brother, Dylan, say they live in fear of their 25-year-old brother, Ryan, who turns into a monster, destroying whatever is in his path if he doesn’t get what he wants, which mainly includes: spending money, his favorite meals and a continuous supply of marijuana. The family says when Ryan rages, he will kick holes in walls, punch doors, destroy furniture, and scream at the top of his lungs. They say Ryan has even terrified Alyssa so badly that she hid in her closet with her dog and a Taser! But despite all of Ryan’s acts of intimidation, his siblings and their mother, Erika, admit to giving into almost all of Ryan’s demands to make sure he is kept happy. But is Ryan “happy?” Dr. Phil talks with Ryan and learns more about what is going on behind his violent rages that go on at home.
18x101 - "A Monster In The Media?”
February 10, 2020
Dr. Phil Exclusive: Lovie says on New Year’s Day 2020, a video of her son, Darnell, went viral on the news where he is shown attacking his ex-girlfriend and dragging her back to his vehicle. Lovie says the man in the video is not the son she raised and says if Darnell wasn’t drinking that night, this would have never happened. Darnell says he doesn’t recognize himself in the video and says he wants to apologize to the world for what he has done. Brianna, the sister of the woman in the video, shares her side of the story, and claims the attack caught on camera was just one of three assaults her sister endured that night. However, Darnell says he does not remember what happened that night.
18x102 - “My Ex-Husband Blew Our Million Dollar Retirement”
February 11, 2020
Robert, a retired professor, says he began dating again as his 40-year marriage to his then-wife, Jeremi, began to unravel three years ago. Now, he says he is currently focused on five women, but he admits he's never met any of them in person. Jeremi says she is furious because first, Robert lost all of their million retirement savings on day trading and now, he's giving money away to these women, who she insists are catfish. Robert admits he may have made some mistakes but says now that he’s in the online dating world, he’s smart enough to know how to figure out who is and isn’t a scammer. But is he? Dr. Phil starts to put the pieces of the puzzle together to find out what’s really going on.
18x103 - The Truth about Robert’s Top 5 Women is Finally Revealed
February 12, 2020
Dr. Phil continues the search to help unravel the puzzle of what’s really going on with Robert and the women he thinks he’s dating online. Now, the investigation goes across the country to various locales to track down and verify information Robert says he’s gotten from his “girlfriends.”
18x104 - The Adoption Imposter: “Catch Me If You Can”
February 13, 2020
Multiple families are believed to have been targeted by an adoption imposter who finds couples online and tricks them into believing she has a baby for them, only to disappear days or weeks down the line with no explanation. Dr. Phil meets Amy and Kylie who run an adoption website and say their clients are terrified of becoming victims of this scheme. Dr. Phil also meets Lauren and Julio, who were duped by this imposter, and Kyndra, whose identity was stolen. Will Dr. Phil get to the bottom of who is doing this and why? Tune in to find out!
18x105 - The Adoption Imposter Faces Her Victims
February 14, 2020
Dr. Phil meets Gabby, the woman who has been victimizing couples across America by promising them a baby to adopt that does not exist. Watch while Gabby comes face to face with some of her victims. Will today be the day that Gabby ends her deceptions? Tune in to find out!
18x106 - A Parent Accused: Is He a Narcissistic and Abusive Father?
February 17, 2020
Parents Liz and Jim say their 16-year-old son, Nic, has a serious drug problem that has such a hold on him, they claim he even stole ,000 in gold from his parents’ safe and spent it all on drugs! But, Liz says she is convinced that her husband is to blame. Liz accuses Jim of being a narcissist and misogynist, whose parenting philosophy is based on intimidation and abuse, and claims that is what drove their son to drugs. Jim denies Liz’s allegations, claiming she has gone to great lengths to paint him as a villain. He says she is the major problem, and calls her the world's lousiest parent and a doormat who helped enable Nic's deadly addictions.
18x107 - A Parent Accused: Jim Confronts His Children
February 18, 2020
Dr. Phil continues to speak with parents, Liz and Jim, about why each blames the other for their son’s drug addiction. Liz says she blames what she calls Jim’s abusive parenting philosophy for their son retreating to drugs, which Jim vehemently denies. Jim claims his wife has gone to great lengths to paint him as the villain, but says, “Liz is the world’s lousiest parent." Find out what happens when Jim faces his daughter, Chloe, and son, Nic. Will they support their mother’s accusations against their father?
18x108 - Losing 400 Lbs., Gaining it All Back and More
February 19, 2020
Today, a transformation like you would not believe! At 26 years old, David was 600 pounds. At 31, David started exercising and eating right, and without gastric bypass surgery, David says he went from a dud to a stud losing 400 pounds in two years! However, David has transformed himself again, and now, the 43-year-old weighs 656 pounds. David says something happened to him when he was young, and it could be the reason why he can’t keep the weight off. David’s younger sister, Jen, and David’s father say they’re afraid David is going to die soon, and Dr. Phil is his only hope for help.
18x109 - A Teen Missing 399 Days: Was She Being Kept Prisoner?
February 20, 2020
Hailey Burns was only 16 years old when she disappeared from her home in North Carolina. After 399 days, she was found, reportedly malnourished and confined behind a gate in the bedroom of a 31-year-old man she met online. The man, Michael Wysolovski, insisted he was helping Hailey, and their BDSM relationship was consensual. In a daytime exclusive, Hailey tells her story. Admitting that she went with Wysolovski willingly, she claims their 399 days together included non-consensual acts, and she is struggling to deal with the aftermath of her experience.
18x110 - A Family of Lawyers Embroiled in a Dangerous Dispute
February 21, 2020
Dr. Phil meets a family of lawyers torn apart by a dark accusation. Heather claims to have been raped by her father and alleges that a video of the rape was then sold on the dark web for millions of dollars. Heather’s father, sister Jennifer, and niece Amanda all claim that this is a terrible, damaging lie – one of many told by Heather over the years -- but what is the truth of the matter? Does Heather produce evidence to support her claims? Tune in to find out!
18x111 - “Our Device Addicted Violent Teen Controls the House”
February 24, 2020
Kathi says she lives in fear of her 14-year-old son, Nico, who plays video games up to 17 hours a day, has stolen his mom’s credit card and charged thousands to buy tokens for his games, and only went to school six days this year before refusing to attend because he wants to stay at home and game. Kathi says Nico’s violent outbursts are becoming exceedingly dangerous, and when she tries to get Nico to put down his video game controls, he rages, curses, and terrorizes the household. Kathi says Nico learned his violent behavior from his father, Evo, and Evo agrees. He says he is the ultimate sucker for his son even though Nico threatens his parents’ lives almost daily.
18x112 - “My Mooching Mom Has 5 Months to Get a Life”
February 25, 2020
Time is of the essence for Cindy. Her daughter, Cheyenne, is a 24-year-old-college student and also her primary caretaker and sole financial supporter. Cheyenne’s boyfriend, Blake, calls Cheyenne Cinderella and wants to propose, but he says he doesn’t want Cindy ruling their future. Cheyenne says she will no longer be able to support her 56-year-old mom in five months when her college loans run out. The clock is ticking for Cheyenne and Cindy to find a way to both stand on their own.
18x113 - “A Blown Inheritance and Threats with a Loaded Gun: Our Mother is Out of Control”
February 26, 2020
Siblings Kristle, Kayla, and Patrick all claim their mother Sherry is out of control. They say she’s blown through an inheritance worth over a quarter of a million dollars in the past 11 months by running up bar tabs with her friends and strangers, and buying lavish things, like multiple motorcycles. But that’s not all. These adult children claim Sherry is popping non-prescribed pills and washing them down with rum after work. They claim her behavior has even become violent, including pulling out a loaded gun during an argument with Kayla on Christmas Eve. Sherry admits she spent the inheritance and pulled out the gun, but says abusing pills and alcohol is all in her past.
18x114 - "Doomsday Couple" Found in Hawaii; Family of Missing Children Speak Out
February 27, 2020
It's a mystery that has America baffled. An Idaho teenager and her younger brother with special needs vanish and haven't been seen by anyone since late September, 2019. Their mother, Lori Vallow, has been arrested in Hawaii, but isn't cooperating with authorities. Adding to the mystery, four untimely deaths surround Lori and her newest husband, Chad Daybell, yet Lori refuses to say a single word regarding her children’s whereabouts. How could 17-year-old Tylee and 7-year-old JJ have gone missing without a trace? Today, the children's family members speak to Dr. Phil. Don’t miss it!
18x115 - Real Life “Pretty Woman” … Not So Pretty Ending!
February 28, 2020
Jessica says she believed that once she married her Prince Charming, Jerry, she would never have to work as an escort again. Well, flash forward 27 years later, and Jessica is still keeping men company for money! Her husband, Jerry, says he is just fine with Jessica’s profession, but claims that he and Jessica are on the verge of divorce because Jessica doesn’t trust him and thinks he’s cheating on her! Jessica claims her husband is a lying, uncaring, unsympathetic psychopath, as she has been abused multiple times by her clients. Can Dr. Phil help save this atypical marriage? Find out!
18x116 - “Drunk and in Denial”
March 2, 2020
Three siblings, Ashley, Marena, and Tony, have come together to confront their mother, Traci, who they claim is a raging alcoholic. They accuse Traci of drinking six-to-seven nights a week and refusing to acknowledge or believe she has a drinking problem. Traci’s boyfriend, Jeff, says Traci is absolutely not an alcoholic, she just drinks because she is constantly stressed out by her children! Tony and Marena refuse to allow Traci to see her grandchildren until Traci admits that she has a problem. Are Traci’s children overreacting, or does Traci have a serious problem that needs to be addressed?
18x117 - Extreme Sentencing: Bail Reform
March 3, 2020
Dr. Phil investigates a controversial new law known as "bail reform," where judges will no longer have the power to set bail for a long list of misdemeanors and nonviolent felonies. Dr. Phil meets two esteemed judges, Rosemarie Aquilina and Darrell Jordan, who are in strong opposition to each other on this issue. Then, hear from Akeem Browder, whose brother Kalief took his own life after spending three years in a violent jail for a crime he did not commit because he could not afford bail, and a woman whose nephew died in a car accident caused by a drunk driver who was released from jail weeks after his arrest. Plus, Duane Chapman, aka “Dog The Bounty Hunter,” who strongly opposes the new law claiming it favors criminals over the safety of the general public, will join the conversation. How will bail reform affect the average citizen? Tune in to find out!
18x118 - Young Parents at War: Baby at Risk?
March 4, 2020
JenaLeigh’s brother, Wade, had a surprise baby with his ex-girlfriend, Margaret. JenaLeigh and her mother, Jeanne, say they are now worried about the baby’s safety because they claim his parents have a physically and verbally abusive relationship. And, to top it off, Wade is being evicted from the home he rents from his uncle, John, who claims Wade has turned it into a disaster. Can Dr. Phil help these young parents at war?
18x119 - Coronavirus: From The Front Lines
March 6, 2020
Medical workers on the frontlines are fighting the coronavirus and risking their own lives in the process of curbing some of the damage in this pandemic. Dr. Phil delves into how this is impacting all aspects of the medical community. He speaks with a doctor in the trenches of the ICU, and a nurse in the labor ward who can’t practice social distancing. Plus, hear how New York nurses are doing in the eye of the virus’ storm.
18x120 - An Intense Intervention: “I’m Addicted to Pain Pills, But Not an Addict”
March 6, 2020
Nate says he always knew his mom was a bit “off,” but was completely shocked after returning home four years ago to find his 52-year-old mother, Helen, looking like a frail old woman due to an opioid addiction. Nate says he believes his siblings, Demetria and Alex, could be more aggressive in helping their mother get clean. He also points a finger at his Aunt Joni, who he believes is enabling their mother’s addiction. Helen told Dr. Phil producers she wants to get help for her “medical issues” but is not drug-addicted. The siblings all agree on one thing: they didn't have a solid foundation growing up and are now having a difficult time agreeing on how to support their mother, who they all desperately want to save.
18x121 - “My Teen Son: Childhood Cancer Survivor To Gang Member”
March 9, 2020
Sharon says her 15-year-old son, Gabe, a childhood cancer survivor, has been in trouble with the law since he got arrested at age 12 and is now hanging out with alleged gang members. Gabe’s dad, Jason, claims his wife sinks to Gabe’s level and doesn’t understand Gabe is who he is and can’t be forced to change. Gabe’s older brother, Jadian, says his parents allow Gabe to manipulate them. Sharon’s best friend, Rosalie, says both Sharon and Jason blame Gabe’s cancer for his behavioral problems. Gabe says he likes to hang out with his “homies” and says his mom gets too emotional about everything he does.
18x122 - 14 Years Old, Out of Control and Desperate for Love
March 10, 2020
Heather claims her 14-year-old son, Jason, is completely out of control, runs away, refuses to go to school, steals, attacks police officers, and has even punched her in the face. Even worse, she claims he recently was involved in a shooting that led to her eviction! Heather’s sister, Amber, claims her sister is a terrible parent who ignored Jason his entire life. She says she believes Jason’s bad behavior is a desperate cry for love and attention. Can Dr. Phil turn this dysfunctional family around? Find out!
18x123 - Exclusive: Man Accused of Murdering Wife Freed After Friend Confesses
March 11, 2020
A brutal murder: Tracey Harris, a wife and young mother, was found naked, drowned, and possibly strangled in a river in 1990. The case went cold for over 20 years, before Harris’ husband, Carl, was arrested. But right before his murder trial, somebody very close to him confessed. Today, Carl speaks out in an exclusive interview. Plus, a shocking reunion. Will Carl’s daughter forgive him after believing he murdered her mother?
18x124 - “My Ex Put Cameras at My House to Prove I’m a Horrible Mom”
March 12, 2020
Jason says his 16-year-old daughter refuses to talk to him because he is a disciplinarian, while his ex-wife, Tina, refuses to be a parent. He says their daughter is so entitled, she runs the house – and Tina has allowed it. Tina says her relationship with Jason has always been dysfunctional and toxic, and they constantly fight and argue. She says Jason has even put up seven cameras around the outside of her house to watch her and her daughter and listen to their conversations. Jason’s mom, Patricia, says Tina gives her daughter anything she wants, and it’s her fault that her daughter has become violent and irresponsible.
18x125 - Black Eye and Busted Lip: Daughter Confronts Dad on Stage
March 13, 2020
Dr. Phil continues his conversation with Jason, who says his 16-year-old daughter won’t talk to him, and his ex-wife, Tina, refuses to be a parent. Their daughter claims Jason has followed her and tried to fight her friend. She says she’s ready to confront her dad on Dr. Phil’s stage about how she ended up with a black eye and busted lip during an argument with him. Jason adamantly denies hurting his daughter. Tina claims Jason and his mother, Patricia, make the situation worse by always exerting their power over Tina and their daughter’s living situation, including Jason installing cameras around the house they live in which Patricia owns. Patricia claims Tina always plays the victim and is the reason why her granddaughter is out of control.
18x126 - “My Top Model Son is Convinced He’s Mentally Ill”
March 16, 2020
Kimberly says her son Blake is a successful model who has traveled the world. However, she says behind his success, Blake lives in constant fear of developing schizophrenia. This has caused nonstop drama in the household and the family to pull apart. She says Blake will spend 10-plus hours on Google obsessing over what could be wrong with him and seeks his family’s reassurance that he's not mentally ill. Blake’s twin brother, Chad, says his brother’s obsession has affected their relationship, and Blake’s girlfriend, Maxie, is worried this will hold him back from his modeling career.
18x127 - Coronavirus: Facts vs Fears
March 17, 2020
Dr. Phil investigates the widespread pandemic known as the coronavirus. How afraid should we be? What are the facts? Dr. Phil speaks with a group of leading medical and health professionals who reveal their genuine concerns about this ever-growing, ever-changing medical phenomenon that is captivating the globe. First, eminent neurosurgeon Dr. Patrick Johnson discusses the fears around this virus along with distinguished molecular and microbiology professor Paula Cannon, PhD. Then, hear from Dr. Abdu Sharkawy, whose social media post about the pandemic was shared over 1.5M times. Plus, a coronavirus survivor and his wife relive the moment of his diagnosis. And, a woman in New York reveals she is so worried about the illness that she has isolated herself in her home and intends to do so for the next two months. Watch while Dr. Phil dissects the fine details of this complex and controversial illness. How bad will it get? When will it end? Tune in to find out!
18x128 - Gen Z: Lifestyles of the Mooching and Wanna Be Famous
March 18, 2020
Dr. Phil's guests say they believe internet fame is their road to fortune – but are they willing to put in the hard work to “make it big”? Mariah Malibu says she’s a “star in the making” on her way to becoming the next Anna Wintour or Paris Hilton. She wants her own fashion empire and says she’s willing to ruin relationships if that’s what gets her closer to the top! Twenty-year-old TJ says he’s wanted to be a YouTube star since he was 9 years old, so three months ago, he quit his job and is now pranking people and filming it. But his parents say he needs to come back to reality and find a job that pays the bills. And Billy Blu says his goal is to be an internet “influencer” and create his own skin care business, all while his father foots the bill. Is his father ready to cut the purse strings? Are these GenZ’ers ready for a wake-up call, or are they well on their way to a lifestyle of the rich and famous?
18x129 - Athlete to Addict
March 19, 2020
Bobby and Renna say their son, Cameron, was a local hero in their small town. They say Cameron was the homecoming king and an all-star football and baseball player with recruiters knocking down his door. But the parents say all that changed in the blink of an eye when injuries destroyed Cameron’s athletic career, and with the injuries came surgeries, and with the surgeries came pain pills. Cameron’s parents say now their son is a heroin-addicted criminal whose dirty needle use left him needing heart surgery to save his life. But, Bobby and Renna admit they are not on the same page on how to save their son. In fact, just four months ago, Bobby gave Renna an ultimatum: stop enabling their son, or she and Cameron needed to move out. Renna says she chose to walk away from her 30-year marriage to save her son. Can Dr. Phil get Renna to stop helping her son kill himself with drugs? Plus, find out the shocking confession Cameron makes to Dr. Phil producers?
18x130 - Coronavirus: Parenting Under Quarantine
March 24, 2020
COVID-19 has changed life as we know it. Here, in the United States, nearly 100,000 schools have closed, resulting in over 40 million children forced to stay home and leaving their parents with a new set of challenges. From children struggling with cabin fever and teens trying to cope with losing their senior year of high school, to parents struggling to turn their homes into classrooms, Dr. Phil is tackling all these new parenting struggles and more. Today, from a remote location, Dr. Phil is speaking with parents and teens from around the country, answering crucial questions when it comes to living and parenting under quarantine.
18x131 - Coronavirus Fears: "My Anxiety Is Crippling"
March 25, 2020
Guests join Dr. Phil remotely from around the country and world who say their anxieties are difficult to manage while coping during the coronavirus pandemic. Dr. Phil talks with 29-year-old Andrea from New York City, who says she is anxious day and night, fearing she could get sick and worrying about her parents who are halfway across the country. Jonathan, who is a journalist living in China, says he has experienced some of Andrea’s fears for the past few months and says being quarantined is a mental challenge. Then, Vanessa just learned that her 90-year-old mother, Fiona, was diagnosed with coronavirus and fears she won’t be able to be with her when she dies. And, Sarita, a widowed mother, fears she will have no financial stability. Dr. Phil injects some reasonable facts to help each person understand and rationalize their own situations so they can have a healthy perspective.
18x132 - Coronavirus Naysayers: “We’re Still Going To Live Our Lives”
March 26, 2020
As COVID-19 spreads across the United States, state officials have begun to establish curfews, shut down public spaces, and institute a host of other restrictions. Ava, a former Dr. Phil guest, is making headlines again. The 21-year-old college student who defied all the rules went viral on TikTok for licking a toilet seat on an airplane, as she headed to spring break festivities. Ava says the coronavirus is fake news made up by social media. Then, law enforcement visited Pastor Tony Spell because, in continuing to minister to his congregation, he violated an emergency order banning groups of more than 50 people. While Pastor Tony admittedly had over 1,100 people at Sunday Service, he says not allowing large groups to worship but letting people shop is a persecution of the faith.
18x133 - Coronavirus: How to Stay Safe
March 27, 2020
Grocery stores are being wiped clean of toilet paper and food, and there’s another product that people are stocking up on: guns and ammo. People who normally have never even given a thought to purchasing a gun are buying one. Is panic buying a gun really going to calm your fears? L.A. County Sheriff Alex Villanueva tells us how the largest sheriff's department in the country is handling this pandemic.
18x134 - Coronavirus: Couples In Crisis
March 30, 2020
As coronavirus continues to dominate the global conversation, Dr. Phil explores the impact this pandemic is having on relationships, especially since several news outlets published data on a spike in divorce filings in China, where self-quarantining has been in effect for longer than in America. Dr. Phil meets Pepper and Pearson, a couple married 42 years who run a marriage ministry and fear, despite their relationship wisdom, self-quarantining could lead them to the brink of divorce. Watch while Dr. Phil and his wife, Robin, give practical advice on how to deal with relationships during this unprecedented time. This episode is a must-see for any couple in conflict while stuck at home during the coronavirus outbreak!

18x34 - DNA Drama: A Family in Turmoil

18x35 - What Were They Thinking? When Sentencing Seems To Make No Sense

18x36 - “‘Love Stoned’ – My Daughter is Addicted to a Toxic Man!”

18x37 - Gun Toting, Pot Smoking, and Only 11 Years Old

18x38 - “My Beautiful Daughter Has Spiraled into a Homeless Hair Hoarder”

18x39 - Black and Blue Blackout Drunk

18x40 - Former Anchorwoman and Beauty Queen Wife: Is She Addicted?

18x41 - Torn Between Two Fiancés

18x42 - Holly’s Fiancés Face Off

18x43 - “My Teen Son is Facing Prison After Escaping Police Custody During a Televised Manhunt”

18x44 - Ukrainian Orphan: Child or Adult Sociopath? The Exclusive Interview

18x45 - An Intense Intervention: “I’m Addicted to Pain Pills, But Not an Addict”

18x46 - “My Mom is Homeless and Believes She is Engaged to Putin”

18x47 - Prescription Drugs, Drinking and DWIs, “My Daughter Is A Hot Mess”

18x48 - Athlete to Addict

18x49 - Twins’ Tragic Hot Car Death Exclusive

18x50 - “Our 15-Year-Old Runaway Daughter Claims She’s Pregnant, But is She?”

18x51 - Test Results Revealed: Is 15-Year-Old Marie Really Pregnant?

18x52 - Innocent and Behind Bars? Amanda Knox Fights to Free the Wrongfully Convicted

18x53 - “I Will Do and Steal Anything to Be ‘Bad and Boujee’”

18x54 - Terrorized by Technology: Held Hostage by Our Smart Homes

18x55 - “We’ve Lost Control of Our Raging, Possibly Pregnant, Teen”

18x56 - After Barricading Her Mom in the Car, Rae Makes it to Stage

18x57 - “My Husband’s Double Life Exposed: Should I End My Marriage?”

18x58 - “I Run a Sober Living House but Can’t Save My Own Son”

18x59 - A Thanksgiving Disaster, a Burned Toddler and a Family at Odds

18x60 - “I Blame Myself for My Father’s Murder”

18x61 - “I’m Leaving My Husband Next Week if He Doesn’t Get Help with His OCD!”

18x62 - Battle of the Exes

18x63 - Chased by Police and Accused of An Interstate Crime Spree

18x64 - A 'Dr. Phil' Exclusive: Two Young Women Who Put Larry Nassar Behind Bars

18x65 - Vanished! Where is Dulce? And What Does Her Mother Know?

18x66 - DNA Drama: Fertility Doctors' Secret Children

18x67 - “My Mom Took My Phone, Car, Condo and Kids – Help Me Get Them Back!”

18x68 - Pedophile Hunters

18x69 - Pedophile Hunters: Victim of Sting Fights Back!

18x70 - Murder in Alaska: Teen Allegedly Lured to Death By Best Friend

18x71 - “Our 11-Month-Old Died and I’m Being Blamed”

18x72 - Breakup, Breakdown

18x73 - From Army Specialist to ‘Mooching Burnout' Brother

18x74 - “CPS Investigated Me So I Kicked My Mother Out”

18x75 - The Search for Missing Grandma

18x76 - “My Wife Tricked Me into Getting a Divorce”

18x77 - “Battered and Bruised: My Grandson Nearly Killed His Baby”

18x78 - “Mom Went from Nursing Assistant to Homeless and Sleeping in Her Car”

18x79 - “I Need to Walk 100K Steps a Day”

18x80 - “Terrorized By My 10-Year-Old”

18x81 - Inside A Religious Reform School: Survivors of Hephzibah House

18x82 - Former Students of Hephzibah House Speak Out

18x83 - “My Partying Sister Needs a Motherhood Master Class – Now”

18x84 - From Housewife to Sex Offender

18x85 - Do Words Matter or Are We Too Sensitive?

18x86 - “My Boyfriend is Married and His Wife is Irrelevant to Me”

18x87 - “My Ex Put Cameras at My House to Prove I’m a Horrible Mom”

18x88 - Black Eye and Busted Lip: Daughter Confronts Dad on Stage

18x89 - Cheerleader Tries to Hire Hitmen to Kill Parents: The Exclusive Interview

18x90 - "Two Cancelled Engagements, Fighting and Drinking: Should I Leave My Fiancé?”

18x91 - “My Manipulative, Raging Son Can’t Stop Lying and Refuses to Go to School”

18x92 - “Forced at 14 to Be a Parent to My Out-of-Control Brothers”

18x93 - “We Think Our Mother and Her Husband Are Being Duped by Her Online Boyfriend”

18x94 - Exclusive: Family Accused of Locking Their Children in Cages

18x95 - “My Son Believes He’s a Cyborg from the Future!”

18x96 - A House of Addicts

18x97 - House of Addicts: The Family Confronts Shayne

18x98 - “My Daughter Won’t Stop Faking Pregnancies!”

18x99 - “Help! I’m Going to Inherit a Messy Mansion, Millions and My Adult Sister”

18x100 - “Our Family is Being Bullied by Raging Ryan”

18x101 - "A Monster In The Media?”

18x102 - “My Ex-Husband Blew Our Million Dollar Retirement”

18x103 - The Truth about Robert’s Top 5 Women is Finally Revealed

18x104 - The Adoption Imposter: “Catch Me If You Can”

18x105 - The Adoption Imposter Faces Her Victims

18x106 - A Parent Accused: Is He a Narcissistic and Abusive Father?

18x107 - A Parent Accused: Jim Confronts His Children

18x108 - Losing 400 Lbs., Gaining it All Back and More

18x109 - A Teen Missing 399 Days: Was She Being Kept Prisoner?

18x110 - A Family of Lawyers Embroiled in a Dangerous Dispute

18x111 - “Our Device Addicted Violent Teen Controls the House”

18x112 - “My Mooching Mom Has 5 Months to Get a Life”

18x113 - “A Blown Inheritance and Threats with a Loaded Gun: Our Mother is Out of Control”