Dr. Phil - Season 19 - From Hollywood to Mental Health Hospital

19x1 - "I Believe My Sister is a Cult Leader Who Claims She’s Mother God"

September 14, 2020

A Dr. Phil exclusive: Faith and spirituality usually bring families together. However, one family says they’ve been torn apart. Chelsea, her sister, Tara, and her mom, Linda, claim their beloved, Amy, is now allegedly a “cult leader” trying to change the world through natural healing methods. Chelsea has been writing to Dr. Phil for years because she says her sister, Amy, left the family, started calling herself “Mother God,” claims to do surgery with her hands and talk to dead people, and is so far gone, she’s already lost to her family.

19x2 - “Mother God’s” Followers and Alleged Victims Face Off

September 15, 2020

In a Dr. Phil exclusive, Dr. Phil continues speaking with a family who claims they were torn apart because of an organization that professes love. Amy says she is “Mother God” and can heal the world with her group, Love Has Won. Her sister, Chelsea, does not think Amy is a deity, but alleges that she is a brainwashed “cult leader” who abandoned her family years ago and is putting other people’s lives at risk.

19x3 - The "Karen " Phenomenon

September 16, 2020

Exploring the term `Karen' and the people to whom it is ascribed: typically white, middle-class, entitled, aggressive or racist women. Also, viral-video subjects get into a heated argument, and asking whether the term is misogynistic.

19x4 - “What Ever Happened to the ‘Fat Guy’ Biking Across America?”

September 17, 2020

Former guest Eric returns to tell Dr. Phil exactly how he wronged him the last time they met four years ago. Eric was the self-proclaimed “fat guy” weighing in at 560 lbs. and was supposed to bike across America to lose weight and win back his wife, Angie. After his story went viral, thousands of dollars rolled in, and so did the critics, saying Eric was scamming America. Eric never finished his journey. Now, pushing 700 lbs., Eric says he forgives Dr. Phil after all these years. For what? Find out when Eric unleashes on Dr. Phil. Plus, Eric hopes Dr. Phil will help him lose weight. Dr. Phil has a secret weapon -- another former guest, David, who also was pushing 700 lbs. Wait until you see his weight loss transformation!

19x5 - Should Schools Reopen?

September 18, 2020

It’s back to school time. But instead of excitement in the air, there’s fear and controversy in the era of coronavirus, as parents, teachers, and doctors try to navigate the onslaught of information to keep children safe. Some parents are desperately seeking a return to work and normalcy, while others say the risks of in-person classes outweigh the rewards. Dr. Phil talks to parents, doctors and teachers from all sides of the back to school debate.

19x6 - “Help, My Alcoholic Daughter is Drinking Hand Sanitizer During COVID”

September 21, 2020

Javanna admits she’s is alcohol dependent, and has resorted to drinking hand sanitizer when she is desperate for alcohol. Javanna says she blames her drinking on her mother, Tracy, due to her traumatic childhood and her mother not protecting her. Tracy says Javanna is out of control and becomes violent, argumentative, and gets in trouble with the law when she is drunk.

19x7 - Sixteen and Out of Control

September 22, 2020

Upon first look, 16-year-old Andrew appears to be an adorable, unassuming, successful student. But his mother, Joy, says he’s just the opposite, claiming that for the past year, Andrew has been terrorizing his twin brother, Matthew, and oldest sister, Kaylie, with the goal of becoming a famous TikTok prankster. Joy claims Andrew has been expelled from school twice, and the police now know him by name. She claims that ever since she kicked the twins' father, Dean, out of the house, it’s been an uphill battle. But Andrew says he would stop being “bad” if only his mother would allow him to live with his father. What Does Dr. Phil think?

19x8 - Is Jake Sick or Just Lazy?

September 23, 2020

Susan and Randy both describe their 27-year-old son, Jacob, as “incapacitated” and virtually unable to do anything for himself, including showering regularly, making doctor appointments, filling out job applications, cleaning his bedroom … and the list goes on! Susan and Randy say they fear they will have to put off their plans of retirement and selling their home to take care of Jacob for the rest of their lives! But, there’s nothing physically wrong with Jacob! So why do his parents let him get away with living in their home in a filthy bedroom and jobless, with no plans to change anytime soon? Is Jacob lazy, or is there something seriously wrong?

19x9 - “Mom Ruined My Sister’s Wedding and Our Childhood”

September 24, 2020

Danielle says her family never recovered from her sister’s wedding day disaster almost eight years ago when she claims her mom acted like a complete lunatic. Danielle says this was one of the many moments of trauma and chaos Janet caused in her life. Her entire family has not been face-to-face for years, but they come together to confront Janet about their childhood filled with different moves, men, and disappointments, to see if she will finally take accountability for the damage she’s allegedly done.

19x10 - What White People Need to Know

September 25, 2020

Black people falsely accused of crimes meet a white journalist who says the Black Lives Matter movement is really a terrorist hate group.

19x11 - The Fight Over a Little Boy: Who’s Telling the Truth?

September 28, 2020

Megan says her ex-boyfriend Andy is trying to replace her as their 5-year-old son’s mother with his fiancée, Caitlin. Megan claims Andy lied to the judge and falsely painted her as an unfit, unstable, drug addict, and the judge believed him and ordered her to have supervised visitation with their son. Megan claims Andy is now abusing the order, and he and Caitlin have only allowed her to see her son once in the past three months. Andy and Caitlin say Megan’s tale of woe is nothing but a fabricated, manipulative sob story because she, and only she, is the one keeping her from her son, and they say they have the proof to back up every single one of their claims against Megan.

19x12 - A Father Accused, a Mother Blamed, The Truth Revealed

September 29, 2020

Dr. Phil continues his conversation with Megan, who claims her ex-boyfriend Andy has used the court system to make it impossible for her to be a mother to their 5-year-old son. She claims Andy and his fiancé, Caitlin, have alienated her from her little boy. Andy and Caitlin, however, presented Dr. Phil with what they claimed was evidence supporting their allegation that it is only Megan's own lifestyle and choices keeping her out of her son’s life. Who is telling the truth?

19x13 - Burning Questions: From A to Gen Z

September 30, 2020

“Gen Zers,” born roughly between 1997 – 2012, are the first truly digital generation, growing up using social media, technology and smartphones – as well as the largest and most ethnically diverse generation in American History! During their lifetime, Gen Zers have been inundated by tragedies in the news and are now living in the middle of a pandemic, worried about online schooling, job freezes, and the rumored threat of a global recession. While Gen Zers are reportedly less hopeful about their economic future than ever before, they still believe they can make an impact through activism. Dr. Phil meets Gen Zers making a difference, who ask him their “burning questions” and for advice on how to tackle 2020. Plus, Dr. Phil makes one of his guest’s lifelong dreams come true – an emotional surprise you won’t want to miss!

19x14 - "Our 12-Year-Old Daughter is Breaking Down Our Family!”

October 1, 2020

Jennifer and her husband, David, claim their 12-year-old daughter scratches and hits them, destroys their property, lies about finishing homework, and will suddenly leave in the middle of a family activity. By her own admission, the young teen says she “hates rules,” and claims to have even taught her parents that it’s better to have “no rules at all.” Dr. Phil talks with Jennifer, David, and their daughter about how they can work on understanding one another better at home. Dr. Phil also introduces 24-year-old Kaymen, who says she can relate to this teen’s struggle, as she also went through a rebellious time when she was younger and grew out of that phase and learned to respect her parents.

19x15 - Exclusive: Brother Finds Possible Break In Case Of Missing Colorado Mom

October 2, 2020

Suzanne Morphew mysteriously disappeared near her home in Colorado on Mother’s Day. Could her distraught brother have found evidence that could help solve his sister's disappearance? Find out what he discovered in this daytime exclusive interview!

19x16 - “My Mom and Sister Are a Violent Mess”

October 5, 2020

Erica says her family is hostile and toxic. She says her mother, Desiree, and sister, Adrienne, are at one another’s throats, and the police have been called over 20 times. Desiree claims Adrienne has trashed her house and bullied the family for years. Adrienne claims her mother has always put men and alcohol before her children, and Adrienne had to become the protector of the family. Erica says she is about to cut ties with her family if Dr. Phil can’t fix them.

19x17 - “Our Daughter is Raising Our Grandson in a Filthy Death Trap!”

October 6, 2020

Fred and Cynthia claim their daughter, Crystal, is raising their 12-year-old grandson in a death trap! They say there is no running water, and the ceiling leaks; there are exposed wires, smoking electrical sockets, mice, and mold! They say their daughter’s home is such a health hazard that it needs to be burned to the ground, and they claim they are finally ready to call CPS to protect their grandson. Crystal admits she hasn’t cleaned in two years, and her home has become a living embodiment of how she feels on the inside due to her extensive childhood trauma. Dr. Phil is joined by Dr. Charles Sophy, and they both agree Crystal’s son can never return to their nightmarish living conditions. You don’t want to miss it!

19x18 - “Our Brother is a Mooch and Our Mother Needs to Cut the Cord”

October 7, 2020

Samantha and her sister Sarah say their mother, Stacy, is very successful as a special education teacher and behaviorist, but when it comes to parenting their 33-year-old brother, Ben, that’s another story. They claim their mother has allowed Ben to live rent free for the past two years, while he lays by the pool doing nothing to contribute around the house. Stacy’s husband, Doug, says he moved out and refuses to come home until Stacy kicks his stepson out of the house. Stacy says everything she is doing for her son, including teaching him how to pay his bills and eat his veggies, is all part of getting Ben to stand on his own two feet. Ben insists he is not taking advantage of his mother’s hospitality and kindness; he is just stuck in a rut.

19x19 - 31-Years-Old and Out-of-Control

October 8, 2020

Heather, her daughter, Sheilagh, and her mother, Kristi, complain to Dr. Phil that her adult son, Ryan, has been arrested at least 10 times for causing constant shenanigans, including dancing in the middle of the street drunk and destroying property — and yet, until recently, Heather allowed him to continue to live in her own home and cause constant chaos! Ryan’s entire family have all brought video evidence to show Dr. Phil the horrifying and embarrassing behaviors that they claim they’ve had to live with for years! But will Ryan want to change when Dr. Phil confronts him about his drinking and disrespectful attitude? You don’t want to miss this dramatic intervention.

19x20 - "Beaten, Robbed and Left for Dead: Help Save My Beautiful Daughter from the Streets!”

October 9, 2020

Shannon says for the past four years, she’s been raising her two young grandchildren while her daughter, Ginger, has been running the streets, drinking, doing drugs, and selling her body for money. Shannon says just this past year, Ginger was beaten, robbed, and left for dead on the side of the road and was lucky to survive. Shannon says Ginger’s children need their mother now more than ever, but says she’s prepared to care for her grandchildren for the rest of her life. Is Shannon the best option to raise the children?

19x21 - The Mystery of Melissa: Why Did She Vanish?

October 12, 2020

In May 2020, 26-year-old Melissa left home without warning and flew 2,000 miles across the country, leaving behind a note that said, “One day, Dr. Phil will be able to help me.” Melissa’s family says months before she left, she hadn’t “been herself,” but has no idea why she up and vanished. Melissa, who has written 393 emails to Dr. Phil, says she’s finally ready to reveal the reason to her family, but feels he is the only person who can help. Today, Dr. Phil meets Melissa’s parents, Donna and Mark, and then talks to Melissa one-on-one to discuss the dark secret she’s been keeping.

19x22 - A Daughter’s Dark Confession: A Family’s Reaction

October 13, 2020

Yesterday, Dr. Phil met Melissa’s parents, who said she has suffered from bullying and self-esteem issues, but had no idea why she left home without warning a few months ago. Dr. Phil spoke to Melissa one-on-one, who revealed she has vivid urges to kill her family and moved 2,000 miles across the country for their safety. Today, Melissa confronts her family and reveals the dark secret she’s been keeping. How will they react? Find out during the conclusion of Melissa’s story.

19x23 - Christmas Day Shooting: “My Ex Tried to Kill Me!”

October 14, 2020

Four years ago, on Christmas Day, Stacy claims she was shot twice by her ex-boyfriend. Stacy claims she was left for dead and fighting for her life in the hospital, while her ex went on the run, sparking a nationwide search by the U.S. Marshals. Even though he was eventually apprehended and sentenced to 105 years in prison, Stacy says she is still haunted by that tragic day and worries her engagement to her fiancé, Chad, may not last because of her past. Dr. Phil shares the shocking 911 call from that Christmas day, which not only recorded the shots fired, but the emotional aftermath of Stacy’s teen daughter pleading for her mother to survive. Plus, Dr. Phil speaks with Brieanna, who shares her amazing story of survival after being attacked by her ex-boyfriend. And lastly, Dr. Phil and Robin speak with Terra Newell, who fatally stabbed her estranged stepfather and whose story garnered notoriety with the hugely successful podcast and scripted series, “Dirty John.”

19x24 - “Our Daughter is Pregnant and Addicted to Heroin”

October 15, 2020

Beth wrote to Dr. Phil saying she fears for her stepdaughter, Teresa's, life because she has been using heroin for the past 10 years. Not only is Teresa using heroin every day, but she is 34 weeks pregnant with a baby girl. Teresa’s father, Barry, admits that he enables his daughter’s drug habit by continuously giving her money and paying her bills. Teresa’s mother, Karin, says if no one is going to step in to take care of Teresa’s baby, then she will fight for custody.

19x25 - Holly Gets Engaged!

October 16, 2020

Last season, Dr. Phil viewers met Holly, who was in love and engaged to two foreign men she met online, one Brazilian, the other Turkish. She has since dumped the Brazilian and gone to Turkey where she officially became engaged to her Turkish love, Gunes. But her mother, Linda, says Holly hasn’t been the same since her return. Linda says she blames it on one thing. Find out what that is and if Dr. Phil agrees with Linda. Plus, is Holly ready for marriage? Dr. Phil weighs in on that, too.

19x26 - “My 49-Year-Old Dad is Dating My 23-Year-Old Friend”

October 19, 2020

Joni claims that Gina used to be one of her besties and that they were inseparable, from spending birthday trips out of town to girls’ nights out, often ending in Gina crashing at Joni’s house. Joni says all that changed when 23-year-old Gina began dating Joni’s 49-year-old father, David, behind her back and giving birth to David’s child. Joni says she feels betrayed by Gina and her father, even going as far as sharing her dislike for her former friend and father’s newfound romance on TikTok. Gina says the picture Joni paints of them being best friends is all a lie, but in any event, Joni needs to accept her relationship with Joni’s father. David says despite his daughter’s disapproval, he is going to continue being in a committed relationship with Gina, but that doesn’t mean he can’t also have a relationship with his daughter.

19x27 - Married 10 Times and Can’t Get It Right

October 20, 2020

Cassey says she’s desperate for Dr. Phil’s help because she’s been married 10 times and none of the marriages have worked out. She claims several of her exes have said it wasn’t her fault the marriage failed; it was theirs! She says she’s married all different types, from a preacher to a rocker, to her high school sweetheart, but no matter what type of man she picks, she always ends up alone. She says she’s 56 years young, still looking for the perfect match, and ready for Dr. Phil to get real with her so she can find out what’s gone wrong.

19x28 - Dr. Phil Follow Up

October 21, 2020

Dr. Phil follows up with some of his former guests to see if they were able to turn their lives around after talking with him. Is it possible that an out-of-control teen got on the right path? Did a guest who believed he was a cyborg change? Has the “hoarding couple” finally cleaned up their house? Did a 27-year-old stop mooching off of his parents? Tune in to see what happened to these guests and more!

19x29 - Mom vs. Sons: Who is Bullying Whom?

October 22, 2020

Twenty-four-year-old JT and his 20-year-old brother, Jacob, say they’d like to move out of their mom, Alisa’s, home and have independent lives, but they feel bullied by their own mother into staying at home and taking care of her. The young men also say they feel afraid to leave their mom alone because they fear she won’t be able to take care of herself. Alisa claims she was once so close with JT and Jacob, they were like “The Three Musketeers,” but in the past two years, her sons have become “like the devil,” constantly smoking marijuana and disrespecting her. Dr. Phil works to get to the bottom of exactly what is going on in this dysfunctional household. Dr. Phil invites Dr. Hans Breiter to explain to JT and Jacob more about the severe risks of using marijuana, especially for young people with developing brains.

19x30 - Failure of Justice? Brutal Murders, Claims of Wrongful Conviction

October 23, 2020

Derek and Nancy Haysom were found brutally murdered late one night in March 1985. It is a fascinating tale that landed a German diplomat’s son, Jens Soering, behind bars for their murder. Soering’s girlfriend at the time, the Haysom’s daughter, Elizabeth, was convicted of accessory to murder. Although Soering did confess to the murders, he recanted just before his 1990 trial. Soering has spent 33 years behind bars until just recently when the state of Virginia granted him parole and extradited him back to Germany. Dr. Phil gets Soering's first American interview. Plus, Dr. Phil hears from Rodney Reed.

19x31 - “We Escaped a Cult”: Survivors Reunite After 30 Years

October 26, 2020

As children, they say they were forced into a religious sect that sexually abused them and controlled their lives. Now, 30 years after an intense police raid shut down The Zion Society, some of its victims are together for the first time. In an exclusive interview, they share their stories of survival.

19x32 - Drinking Alcohol, Cleaning Supplies, Bug Spray: “My Twin’s Deadly Addiction”

October 27, 2020

Brittany says she and her identical twin sister, Erica, at one time both battled a severe alcohol addiction. Brittany says she is now sober, but Erica has continued her addiction and is lucky to be alive after 30 hospitalizations and 14 comas, as a result of drinking alcohol, cleaning supplies, and even bug spray to feed her addiction. Their mother, Tani, has allowed Erica to live with her, but three weeks ago, she kicked her daughter out of her home, leaving Erica homeless and committed to a psychiatric ward of a hospital after she was found in a hotel room incoherent from drinking bottles of hand sanitizer. After spending over a week in the hospital, Erica was discharged and travelled to Los Angeles with two sober escorts to face her identical twin and her mother.

19x33 - An Anxious Daughter, an Animal Rescue and a Surprising Reunion

October 28, 2020

Dr. Phil visits two animal rescues in Austin, Texas, where his upcoming series, "That Animal Rescue Show," was filmed; a 19-year-old social media influencer and college student, who is burning out, visits the farm; a formerly homeless woman's cows.

19x34 - Up to 18 Allegations of Sexual Misconduct: “Help Me Clear My Name!”

October 29, 2020

A masseur claims he is the victim of false sexual allegations that have destroyed his life and career. The subject says he used to be a massage therapist until his license was revoked after allegations of sexual misconduct from up to 18 women. He asks for Dr. Phil’s help to clear his name by taking a polygraph test. One of his alleged victims, Julia, joins Dr. Phil and recounts her claims that he inappropriately touched her while on his massage table. Watch while Dr. Phil quizzes him on bizarre claims, including a mysterious identical twin and even an alleged fake death!

19x35 - A Masseur Facing Allegations of Sexual Assault: Polygraph Results Revealed!

October 30, 2020

In the second part of this story, Dr. Phil continues his investigation into claims that massage therapist Tarek allegedly sexually assaulted women during massages. Tarek maintains his innocence and denies the allegations. Dr. Phil welcomes four of the world’s leading human behavior experts to analyze Tarek’s body language to see if there are any clues that could help assess whether the allegations are true or false. Dr. Phil also invites leading polygraph examiner John Groban to reveal the all-important polygraph results. What will the results reveal? Tune in to find out!

19x36 - Gambling Grandma

November 2, 2020

Tiffany and Walker say their mother, Shari, hits the casino the moment her paycheck drops into her bank account. They say she’s nearly ,000 in debt and currently has a balance of -.01 in her checking account. Walker says he’s tired of picking up his mother’s financial slack while he lets her live in his home. He says it’s time for his mother to quit the slots for good! But, is Shari able to quit cold turkey, or is she waiting for her big casino “pay day” to be able to walk away for good?

19x37 - “My Wife’s Daughter is Ruining Our Marriage”

November 3, 2020

Amethyst says she made a promise to her daughter, Kyrah, that it would be just the two of them together forever. But Amethyst admits she broke that promise when she married Dustin and had three sons. Now, 10 years later, Dustin says their marriage is in trouble, and his 15-year-old stepdaughter is part of the problem. Kyrah says she wants out of the house so bad she just runs away … not once, not twice, but nine times. Is she running because mom broke her promise? Or is she just feeling like a fifth wheel? Can Dr. Phil convince Kyrah not to run for the 10th time?

19x39 - “Wake-Up Call For The Country”

November 5, 2020

As the nation reels from the intense pressure of the 2020 Election, Dr. Phil welcomes broadcaster, journalist, and author Piers Morgan, whose latest book, Wake Up, is all about our divided society in the wake of COVID-19, the BLM protests, and the controversy surrounding the presidential election. Watch while Morgan reveals details of a 25-minute phone conversation he had with Donald Trump -- their first communication in months after he unfollowed Morgan on Twitter earlier this year.

19x40 - Cancel Culture

November 6, 2020

Dr. Phil investigates what he believes is a problematic phenomenon in our society: Cancel Culture: the way a large group of people can turn on and seek to dismantle the character, career, and sometimes life, of a person who says or does something that doesn't align with the group world view. Dr. Phil welcomes DailyMail.com editor-at-large Piers Morgan, whose new book Wake Up examines this very topic. Dr. Phil also invites Antifa member Daryle, and housewife turned activist Gina, who believes cancel culture is sometimes the only way to bring bigoted people to justice. Watch while Dr. Phil weighs in on this fierce debate!

19x41 - “Sex Abuse Accusations Ruined My Run for Congress and My Relationship with My Daughter”

November 9, 2020

Eighteen-year-old McKinley says that five years ago, she decided that she never, ever wanted to see or speak to her father, Cory, again. She claims her father is a violent, dangerous, “psychopath,” who physically abused her and her mother throughout her childhood. But she says what pushed her over the edge was when she learned that in 2010, her dad went to jail for 150 days for two counts of sexual battery of a minor! Cory is adamant that he’s never abused anyone, ever! He says that he believes that his ex-wife brainwashed McKinley, using what he calls “bogus charges,” to make him out to be some sort of “abusive pedophile.” Can Dr. Phil mend this broken father/daughter relationship? Find out!

19x42 - "An Abusive Father or a Delusional Teen? Who is Telling the Truth?"

November 10, 2020

Tensions run high in this conclusion to a father/daughter battle. After not speaking for five years, McKinley confronts her father, Cory, for allegedly being “abusive” throughout her childhood and for being a “pedophile,” claims he adamantly denies. Dr. Phil continues to question Cory about an incident that led to Cory’s arrest for sexual battery in 2010.

19x43 - From Tech-Genius to Unmotivated Mess

November 11, 2020

Tracy says her 30-year-old son, Logan, is in desperate need of help. She claims Logan has gone from a productive computer science engineer to a shell of a human being over the course of a year. Tracy says Logan has no motivation, rarely eats, and can barely function enough to take care of his basic hygiene needs – in fact, she claims he only showers once or twice a month and only if he knows he has company coming over! Tracy says even the simplest tasks, like making the bed or screwing a cap back on a bottle, have become extremely difficult for Logan. Tracy says she needs Dr. Phil to intervene to find out why her son’s motivation has disappeared and how he can get back on track.

19x44 - “Help! My Handicapped Husband Treats Me Like a Slave”

November 12, 2020

Natalie says her husband, Brian, was in a tragic work accident in 2015 when he fell from a 68-foot crane. She says he was paralyzed from the knees down and claims he has stopped trying to live life. Natalie claims that since the accident, Brian has treated her and their 13-year old son, Jacob, like his slaves instead of his family. Natalie says her marriage with Brian has changed, and they don’t know how to communicate with one another. Brian says his family doesn’t understand what he is going through and that he is in too much pain to move. Brian also says Natalie’s parents, Sharyn and Dave, are too involved in his family’s lives, which is causing tension. Sharyn and Dave say they were trying to help their daughter since Natalie took on all of the responsibilities in her household.

19x45 - “My Dad Believes He’s Married to a Woman Named ‘Maria’ He’s Never Met”

November 13, 2020

Shelby wants to find the truth about her father, David’s, online relationship with a woman he has never met. David says he met a woman named “Maria” online, and she has an inheritance of million. David says he knows for a fact that “Maria” is a real person and can’t wait to introduce her to his daughter one day. Shelby says her relationship with her dad is broken and wishes he would spend more time with her, rather than chasing a woman who she fears doesn’t exist.

19x46 - Is “Maria” Real? A Big Surprise for David

November 16, 2020

David says he is in love with a Christian woman from Texas named “Maria,” who claims she has an inheritance of million. David says even though they have never met, he has paid ,000 over the last two-and-a-half years to their lawyer in order to get the inheritance money. Dr. Phil investigates “Maria” to find out if she is a real person or if David is part of an online catfish scam.

19x47 - Torn Between Her Heart and Head: Is Anna’s Boyfriend Real?

November 17, 2020

Dr. Phil meets Nino and his fiancée, Alexandria, who say they are 100% convinced Nino’s mom, Anna, is being scammed by her alleged online boyfriend, “Sammie Lee Strong.” Despite their efforts to intervene, Nino says Anna is ignoring all the red flags and has sent “Sammie” over ,000. Anna says she loves “Sammie,” but Nino has put so much doubt into her head, she doesn’t know who to believe. But where is “Sammie”? And, how can Dr. Phil help Anna? Find out today on part 1 of this three-part story.

19x48 - “Dr. Phil” International Investigation: Where is “Sammie Lee Strong”?

November 18, 2020

Dr. Phil continues to search for Anna’s alleged boyfriend, “Sammie Lee Strong,” and finds the man behind the photos. Dr. Phil then meets two women who claim the man isn’t telling the entire truth – making this a catfish story unlike any Dr. Phil has ever covered. Tune in today to see the unexpected twists and turns as Dr. Phil’s investigation turns international!

19x49 - “Dr. Phil” International Investigation: What Will Anna Decide?

November 19, 2020

For the past two days, Dr. Phil has been conducting an international investigation into Anna’s alleged online boyfriend, “Sammie Lee Strong”. On Wednesday, Dr. Phil found the man behind the photos of “Sammie Lee Strong,” and discovered he was neither critically ill nor in Nigeria. Today, Anna meets a woman who is a catfish victim herself, who explains to Anna that she has two choices: walk away now or lose everything she has. And, Dr. Phil has a surprise for that woman. What does Anna think? Plus, an update from a past guest and fan favorite who can relate to this situation all too well. Tune in today for Anna’s part three conclusion.

19x50 - After the 2020 Election: Families Divided

November 20, 2020

The contentious 2020 presidential election has shown that there’s a clear divide in America – half the country is celebrating, and the other half is not – making the upcoming holiday season especially tricky to navigate. Instead of being a time of joy, celebration and giving thanks, many families are faced with the dilemma of how not to argue with their own spouses, children and parents about politics. Dr. Phil meets a Republican father, who is barely speaking to his Democrat daughter after an argument they had over Donald Trump. Then, Dr. Phil meets another father, a lifelong Democrat, who says he raised his son to be a free thinker … but never imagined that he’d support Trump! The election is officially over, but the drama remains. What’s Dr. Phil’s advice on how to move forward post-election without turning holiday dinners with family into a war zone over politics? Tune in!

19x51 - TeenRager

November 23, 2020

Dr. Phil meets a family that says they are pushed to the edge by their youngest member: 13-year-old Jonelle, whose fits of rage and anger have resulted in kicking a hole in the kitchen wall, smashing a phone, and even being admitted to a mental health facility. Jonelle’s mother, Jennifer, reached out to Dr. Phil for help with her raging teen daughter, who she says is mourning the loss of her father who died suddenly last year. Dr. Phil analyzes video footage of Jonelle’s explosive rage at home to see what clues there are to help her find a calmer way to communicate. Also joining the conversation is Jonelle’s 19-year-old sister, Chloe, who says Jonelle’s anger attacks have left her in tears. Watch while Jonelle’s older sister Makenzie tells Dr. Phil that despite being Jonelle’s favorite, even she is not immune to her youngest sister’s volatile temper. Will Dr. Phil be able to help Jonelle curb her unbridled emotions?

19x52 - “I Blame My Brother for Putting Me in Jail for 24 Years!”

November 24, 2020

Sixty-nine-year-old Patricia says she missed out on so much of her life during the 24 years that she spent in prison after a conviction for murdering her ex-husband. Patricia, who was recently released on compassionate grounds, continues to insist that she did not commit the crime, and she claims that her brother Ishmael provided false testimony that helped convict her. Yet, Ishmael claims that authorities twisted his words to make a case against Patricia. He says since that time, he has been shunned by most of his family. Emotions get heated as Patricia and Ishmael face each other for the first time in over two decades to try to resolve past events that Patricia says changed her life forever.

19x53 - A Brother and Sister Face Off

November 25, 2020

Patricia was the first person serving a life sentence in prison who Governor Newsom granted an emergency compassionate release due to COVID-19. Today, at age 69, Patricia says she feels like she has missed out on so much of her life and blames her brother, Ishmael, who is seeing his sister for the first time on Dr. Phil. Patricia was tried and convicted of murdering her son, Quincey’s, father 24 years ago despite her continued insistence that she did not commit the crime. She claims Ishmael lied in court, which led to her conviction. But Ishmael says he never lied – he claims authorities twisted his words. Patricia’s grandson, Suge Knight Jr., the son of former Death Row Records CEO Suge Knight, says he stands by his grandmother and makes a plea for prison reform.

19x54 - Missing TV Producer: Where is Terrence Woods?

November 27, 2020

When a successful TV producer mysteriously disappears in the Idaho wilderness, his friends and family are left with nothing but questions.

19x55 - My Rapper Son Needs a Reality Check

November 30, 2020

Heidi says her son Noah, 22, is a promising rapper with a bright future, but he is throwing it away. Dr Phil challenges him on his outlook and behaviour, and a mystery celebrity from the rap world appears and makes Noah an offer he can't refuse.

19x56 - Daughter Searches for Missing Mom

December 1, 2020

Ellie says her father initially told her that her mother died in a psychiatric institution but then changed his story, so Ellie is determined to solve her mysterious disappearance.

19x57 - My Son Was 5 Years Old and Stabbed 3 Family Members, Now I’m a Hostage in My Home!”

December 2, 2020

Victoria says her son DJ, 14, has been angry, violent and out of control all of his life, and she locks herself in her bedroom at night because he regularly threatens and attacks her.

19x58 - Grandma vs. Mom: Give Me Back My Daughter

December 3, 2020

Drug addict Gabe's heroin use during pregnancy resulted in her child being born seven weeks premature and needing oxygen to survive. Her mother became guardian of the baby, but Gabe says she is sober now, and wants her daughter returned immediately.

19x59 - Drugs and Lies, A Mother Accused: Can She Get Her Daughter Back?

December 4, 2020

Becky reveals why it is not just her daughter Gabe's drug use that has her unwilling to relinquish guardianship of her grandchild. Gabe says something that leaves Dr Phil questioning whether she really is ready to get her daughter back.

19x60 - My Son Was Caught in a Sex Sting

December 7, 2020

Women who believe their sons were entrapped in sex stings by law enforcement talk about their experiences.

19x61 - COVID Debt and Controlling Husband: Should We Divorce?

December 8, 2020

A woman believes her already rocky marriage has become worse due to increased debt and her husband's controlling ways, and seeks help from Dr Phil.

19x62 - Daytime Exclusive: Held Hostage and Her Husband Executed: A Wife’s Story of Survival

December 9, 2020

A woman whose husband was murdered after they were carjacked shares details of what they endured at the hands of the kidnapper, including what transpired after she was left alone with her husband's killer for hours.

19x63 - My Sister Went from a Master’s in Geology to a Major Meltdown

December 10, 2020

A woman claims her sister has threatened to kill her multiple times, burn down their parents' house and is unstable, yet she still receives financial support from their mother.

19x64 - Mom Rage in the COVID Pandemic

December 11, 2020

Mothers who say they feel tired, stressed and angry because of the pressures of raising children and earning money during a pandemic.

19x65 - Destruction of a Young Lady?

December 14, 2020

Scott and Tanya say their daughter, Courtney, 19, has been completely brainwashed and manipulated by her 18-year-old boyfriend. Courtney says her parents have done everything they can to invade her privacy, and she wants them to trust her judgement.

19x66 - OCD Interrupted: Diary of a Digital Addict

December 15, 2020

Melanie's home is so cluttered she can barely walk through it, she stores over 100,000 videos and photos on her phone, and she has a feeling of missing out if she doesn't take images of whatever she sees or collect every knickknack that tempts her.

19x67 - My Husband Blames Me for His Drug Use

December 16, 2020

Food-truck owner Danny struggles with a meth addiction, and relapsed last year after 12 years of sobriety. He says his wife Alisa and the stress she brings him caused his relapse, and are triggers that force him to use.

19x68 - Ask Dr. Phil

December 17, 2020

The year 2020 will go down in history as one of the toughest, saddest, and most challenging years any of us has ever seen in our lifetimes. So before greeting the New Year, viewers get a chance to ask Dr. Phil their burning questions. A self-professed 33-year-old virgin asks if she will ever find love. She says that after several failed relationships, she wants Dr. Phil to help her finally find Mr. Right. A 14-year-old asks how can she prove she’s ready to get her phone back without parental restrictions. But her mom claims she doesn’t know if she’ll be able to trust her daughter again after discovering pornographic images on the teen’s device. With CDC guidelines and surging COVID case numbers, how will three moms keep family traditions alive while being COVID-cautious? Plus, a very special question for Dr. Phil’s wife, Robin. Tune in to hear Robin’s secret to staying connected to loved ones during the pandemic.

19x69 - Neighborhood Prankster or Menace to Society?

December 18, 2020

With over one billion views across his social media platforms, Jack, 17, says he'll do almost anything for a `like'. His parents say he continues to push the envelope with his rude and disruptive pranks and has had close encounters with the police.

19x70 - Exclusive: 16 and Charged with Murder: Parents Claim She is the Victim

January 4, 2021

Zephaniah “Zephi” Trevino, a junior in high school, was a pitcher for her softball team. She had just made the drill team and was looking forward to singing in her church choir. But now, the 17-year-old is facing capital murder and aggravated robbery charges for a fatal robbery at a Texas apartment complex. Her parents, Crystal and Henry, claim their daughter was being sex trafficked by the man who pulled the trigger, Philip Baldenegro. Philip’s attorney, David Finn, denies that his client is a sex trafficker and claims Zephi and Philip were in a consensual boyfriend-girlfriend relationship, and that Zephi was the mastermind behind the robbery. In an exclusive interview, Dr. Phil sits down with the teen and her parents. Plus, Zephi’s attorney, Justin Moore, talks about the case.

19x71 - Save My Lazy Grandson Before I Make Him Homeless!

January 5, 2021

Michelle's jobless grandson, Conner, 22, does not regularly shower, brush his teeth, shave, clean his room or change his clothes, and has never met his girlfriend of five years in person; his mom says Michelle is being too strict.

19x72 - Help! Do I Choose My Fiancé or My Son?!

January 6, 2021

Buck says Stephani's 16-year-old son, Steven, has ripped the family in half, and he can't allow him to live in their home after he waved a handgun in his siblings' faces; Steven's mom threatens to move to Florida, where Steven lives with her brother.

19x73 - New Year ... New You

January 7, 2021

Danielle wants to lose weight, but it is difficult because she must work remotely from home. Chaz, 17, wants to create prank videos for social media instead of going to college, while Nataliya, a divorced mum, wants to find love.

19x74 - Mom Made Our Lives a Living Hell

January 8, 2021

Katrina says her mom, Monica, is a liar and manipulative, has an explosive temper, can't function as an adult, and is almost homeless, forcing Katrina to become the parent to her younger siblings, who are constantly being put in adult situations.

19x75 - Is My 2-Year Marriage to My Nigerian ‘Husband’ A Complete Sham?

January 11, 2021

Sherry, 50, says she flew to Nigeria two years ago to marry her boyfriend, David, 37, in Abuja, Nigeria. She says he promised to move to the United States to be with her and live happily ever after, but after multiple attempts to apply for a visa to the U.S., David is still 6,000 miles away from her in Nigeria. Sherry claims she spent thousands of dollars to pay for visa applications and living expenses for David, but all she has after two years is a pile of excuses and suspicions that he may be love scamming her. She says David’s last visa turned out to be a fake, and now, she needs to know if his intentions are true, if her marriage is real, and if David is ever going to make it to America. Is Sherry being love scammed? Dr. Phil finds out when he speaks to David from Nigeria.

19x76 - Will Sherry Stay with Her Nigerian Husband?

January 12, 2021

Sherry says she and David married in Nigeria two years ago, and now, she says she needs to know if David is ever coming to America. Dr. Phil’s team was in Nigeria, where they investigated whether Sherry’s marriage certificate was real or a fake, just like David’s last visa attempt. Also, hear from Sherry’s sister Robin, who says that she suspects their marriage is a scam. Dr. Phil speaks to an immigration attorney who gives his take on David’s visa issues. Will Sherry stay with David?

19x77 - How Do I Raise a Child That is a Monster?

January 13, 2021

Anna says she feels completely defeated by her adopted 11-year-old son’s behavior. She says she feels as if she’s raising a monster who is only getting bigger and stronger! Anna says she’s terrified for the other children living in her home and fears that her son may seriously hurt someone if things don’t change now. Anna says she has exhausted all options to get his behavior under control and says she fears the only option left is to reverse the adoption – but is it?

19x78 - My Ex-Husband Believes He’s Being Tortured Electromagnetically

January 14, 2021

Fay says for the past 13 years, her now ex-husband, Bryan, claims he’s been tortured daily by electromagnetic frequencies by the mysterious “Them.” She claims he spends his days combatting his “non-stop torment” by strategically placing magnets on his body and around his home, wearing plastic soda bottle rings on his fingers and toes, and ripping out all electronics! Bryan says he believes any electrical device, from a ceiling fan or car radio to his refrigerator, can be turned against him and used as a torture device. Are “They” really out to get Bryan? Or, as Fay believes, is he just suffering from paranoid delusions due to his past extensive drug use? Dr. Phil is joined by Dr. Sanam Hafeez and Dr. Lisa Nagy to examine just what exactly is happening to Bryan. You don’t want to miss it!

19x79 - My Hoarder Father Refuses to Clean Out Our Junk Filled, Bug Infested Home!

January 18, 2021

Laurie says her dad, John, is in “total denial” about being an absolutely terrible hoarder. She says every room in the house is piled to the ceiling with “junk,” including the garage, where she claims she once found a “mummified kitten!” To top it off, Laurie claims the downstairs has a horrible bed bug infestation! John says his daughter is just as big of a mess as he is, has destroyed her room, and absolutely refuses to help him clear out the mess. But the junk-filled house is only the surface level of the toxicity in this home. Laurie’s ex-fiancé, Billy, also lives in the house! Laurie claims Billy is constantly getting “blackout drunk” and getting in fights with her and her father. Can Dr. Phil get to the root of the dysfunction in this home and start to clean up this mess? Find out!

19x80 - 17, Violent and Headed to a Group Home

January 19, 2021

Tanya claims her 17-year-old son has explosive anger, is out-of-control and addicted to video games – and says within the past 10 days alone, she’s called the police three times in fear of her safety. Tanya says, worst of all, her son’s violent outbursts have rubbed off on his 8-year-old brother, who is now mimicking his behavior. Tanya says she has tried everything to intervene but feels like a prisoner in her own home. On the flip side, Tanya’s son says his mom is overbearing – and even her voice is triggering. He says the only problem is when he gets angry, he blacks out and can’t control his outbursts … until it’s too late. Tanya says she wants Dr. Phil’s advice before she’s forced to do the unthinkable: send her son away for good to a group home. Where do these two go from here? Find out today.

19x81 - My Family is Sabotaging My Life and My Inheritance

January 21, 2021

Natalie claims her inheritance has been completely sabotaged by her sister, Pascale, and mother, Mimi! She says they both claim she became “aggressive” with their family friend, Harry, who she was the live-in caretaker for. Natalie says she was wrongfully arrested and charged for crimes of elder abuse, and her mom and sister are the ones to blame. Natalie says she has since been kicked out of Harry’s home and been served a restraining order against him, and feels like everyone is treating her as if she’s a “murderer”! Pascale, Mimi and Harry all tell a different story. Who is really to blame?

19x82 - My Con Artist Son Has Drained My 401K

January 25, 2021

Kim drove across the country with her son Donnie to save him from conning his way through life and his opioid addiction. Kim says her ex-husband, Donald, is killing their son by enabling him for the past 10 years. Donald says he has drained his 401K in order to save his son. He says he has also given him five cars and paid for hotels to live in. Donnie admits he is a con artist and says he can get money from anyone, especially his father. Donnie’s brother, Liam, says he stopped looking up to his brother as a role model and hates how Donnie takes advantage of their dad.

19x83 - Marrying Millions: He’s 62, She’s 23Marrying Millions: He’s 62, She’s 23

January 26, 2021

Sixty-two-year-old Bill and his 23-year-old girlfriend, Bri, are one of the couples featured on Lifetime’s television series, Marrying Millions. Bill and Bri say not only do they come from two different worlds, but they have a 39-year age gap and are at different stages of their lives – Bri wants a family and children, and Bill has been divorced twice. Bill’s first ex-wife claims Bill has a history of cheating, as she says he cheated on her and has warned Bri it could happen to her. While Bill and Bri have been together for four years, they say they are at a crossroads: what happens when he turns 70 and she is only 31? Also, they say their families don’t see eye-to-eye, which impacts their daily lives. How “healthy” is their relationship? The couple takes Dr. Phil’s “Relationship Health Profile Test” and learns the results. Plus, Dr. Phil speaks with superfans from across the U.S. and has a special announcement for them. One superfan even gets his own “Dr. Phil” tattoo … live!

19x84 - I Believe I’m Engaged to Bret Michaels and Texting Daily with Nikki Six

January 27, 2021

Music and rock icons Nikki Sixx and Bret Michaels need no introduction, as they have both been playing sold-out stadiums, packed with screaming and adoring fans, for years. Today, Dr. Phil speaks with one of their faithful followers, Tina, who claims to be more than just a fan. Tina’s friend Vivian says Tina believes this because she is being catfished by someone pretending to be the famous rock stars. Vivian says Tina has been scammed so convincingly that Tina believes she has not only been texting with both rock legends for the past six months, but that she is actually engaged to Bret Michaels and in a serious loving friendship with Nikki Sixx. Find out what happens when the real Nikki Sixx surprises Tina face-to-face, and she receives a video message from the real Bret Michaels. Will it be the proof Tina needs to finally acknowledge she has been taken advantage of by an imposter?

19x85 - Help! I’ve Lost Control of My 16-Year-Old Daughter Who Spent 38 Days in Juvenile Hall

January 28, 2021

Kim claims her daughter, Kimberly, has threatened her life, physically attacked her, been handcuffed by police, dropped out of high school, run away multiple times, stolen and crashed her truck, and spent 38 days in juvenile hall. She also claims the 16-year-old does ecstasy, cocaine, and meth, talks to older men online, tried to burn down the house, and even wrote in her journal a plan to shoot her mother and stepdad in their sleep. Kimberly says she hates her mother and wants her dead because she’d be better off without her. Kimberly’s mother, father, sister, and family friend come together to see what Dr. Phil can do to help stop Kimberly’s rebellious behavior before she ends up dead or in prison. Former medical director for the County of Los Angeles Department of Children and Family Services Dr. Charles Sophy joins the discussion.

19x86 - Party Girl Cassidy Returns: Her Mother’s Final Ultimatum

January 29, 2021

Two years ago, Melinda sat with Dr. Phil and said she’d do anything to protect her teenage daughter, Cassidy. Now, she’s back and says Cassidy’s behavior has worsened. Cassidy is now 20 and insists her mother’s inability to be a real parent is the root of all their problems. Cassidy claims her mother is selfish and acts like a young, party mom. Melinda says she has a confession that surprises both Cassidy and Dr. Phil. Plus, Dr. Phil investigates an outrageous scam that left Jim and his wife, Carol’s, home unlivable for years, after they claim they were introduced to a career contractor con man.

19x87 - 50+ Fears and No Life

February 1, 2021

Cassie says 13 months ago, her life began to completely spiral out of control. She says she’s in constant fear that something may cause her to have a heart attack, anaphylactic shock, or that she will be poisoned to death by something she eats or drinks! She says she has over 50 fears and obsessions, and her list is constantly growing. Cassie says her fears include red stop lights, choking, lotions, salt on French fries, caffeine, makeup, and so much more. Cassie says she spends most of her restless nights researching her ailments on the internet, and search engines have become her “best friend.” Cassie says she’s convinced she has some underlying heart issue, OCD, and possibly some type of cancer that they have yet to diagnose. Cassie’s fiancé, Joe, says her issues have had a definite impact on their relationship and says he fears he may be enabling her. Is Cassie suffering from a life-threatening illness, or is it possibly something much deeper?

19x88 - Parents’ Worst Nightmare: Babysitter Accused of Murder

February 2, 2021

A babysitter’s shocking alleged internet searches, as well as injuries that doctors claim don’t support an accidental death, lead police to charge her with the murder of a 2-year-old little girl. In an exclusive interview, the parents speak out. They say this wasn’t just any babysitter, but a woman they also considered a close friend.