Dr. Phil - Season 19 - Ask Dr. Phil

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?

19x38 - From Hollywood to Mental Health Hospital

November 4, 2020

Sarah and Bart say they can no longer handle the chaos in their home coming from their 21-year-old son, Cameron, who they say has daily explosive anger episodes directed at them. That’s why they bought him a one-way plane ticket to Hollywood to pursue his musical dreams and to get him out of their home. But Cameron’s Hollywood dreams quickly turned into a nightmare. With nowhere to go, he wandered the streets of L.A. aimlessly, somehow ending up on the tarmac at LAX, before passing out on someone’s front lawn! When Cameron woke up, he was in a mental health facility with his parents by his side. Cameron says he would do anything to control the anger that has stopped him from doing anything with his life. Dr. Amen, a psychiatrist, performed brain scans on Cameron to determine if a childhood traumatic brain injury had lasting effects. You don’t want to miss the results!

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.

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.

19x89 - Drew Barrymore: Drew or False?

February 3, 2021

Global superstar Drew Barrymore joins Dr. Phil to talk about her new talk show, The Drew Barrymore Show, where she brings an hour-long dose of joy, humor and heart to her viewers each weekday. Drew opens up about how she manages to work on her health, wellness and parenting during a global pandemic. Dr. Phil also addresses several big rumors about Drew. Will Drew confirm or deny them? Tune in to find out! Then, Dr. Phil meets a three-parent family, each of whom say they are at their wits’ end with their 28-year-old-son, Devan, who they say has a “failure to launch” problem and spends his days smoking marijuana and playing video games. Watch while Dr. Phil organizes an intensive one-on-one session with renowned life coach Mike Bayer who makes Devan an offer that could change his life forever. Will Devan accept? Tune in to find out!

19x90 - My Husband is Accused of Plotting To Kill Me

February 4, 2021

Theresa Michaels says she thought she had the perfect marriage until police arrested her husband and accused him of plotting to kill her. That’s when Theresa claims she realized her husband was not just allegedly planning to overdose her with fentanyl, but also leading a double life.

19x91 - My Husband is Accused of Plotting to Kill Me: His Mistress Speaks

February 5, 2021

After Theresa Michaels found out her husband had been arrested for allegedly plotting to overdose her with fentanyl, she was shocked to learn he not only allegedly wanted her dead, but he also had a secret fiancée he had proposed to while he was still married to her! In an exclusive interview, the other woman speaks out for the very first time.

19x92 - Triplet Sisters or Boyfriend: Who Will Lindsay Choose?

February 8, 2021

Lindsay, Kelly, and Jessica are triplet sisters divided by one person: Lindsay's boyfriend of 2 1/2 years, Brandon. Kelly and Jessica say they're concerned for Lindsay's well-being after they discovered Brandon's bizarre double life that included a secret bank account he used to pay women to stomp and kick him with expensive designer shoes. Brandon admits to having odd sexual fixations ever since he can remember but says he loves Lindsay and believes they can work things out and get married. Kelly and Jessica say they can't trust Brandon anymore because he has lied throughout most of his relationship with Lindsay and want him out of their sister's life. Dr. Phil weighs in on Lindsay and Brandon’s toxic relationship. Whose side will Lindsay choose: her triplet sisters or boyfriend?

19x93 - Cheating and Secret Affairs: Will Lindsay Leave Brandon?

February 9, 2021

In part two, the tension between the triplet sisters comes to a head as Kelly and Jessica finally get the opportunity to tell their sister, Lindsay, and her boyfriend, Brandon, how they really feel. How will Brandon respond to their concerns? Brandon also reveals the details behind his head injuries while serving in the Marines. Have these injuries played a role in his behavior? Brandon also claims he wants to change, but is this even possible? Dr. Phil refers Brandon to Dr. Daniel Amen, a brain disorder specialist at the Amen Clinics, to learn about the traumatic brain injury he has suffered. What are the results?

19x94 - My Wife’s Alcoholism Made International News

February 10, 2021

Keith says his wife of 28 years, JoLynn, recently made headline news when she was arrested for public intoxication. She later claimed police abused her while she was in custody, an allegation the police vehemently deny. During the in-studio taping, JoLynn interrupted the conversation several times by getting out of her seat. Where is JoLynn going? And, is she really ready to talk to Dr. Phil?

19x95 - Exclusive Police Footage Revealed: What Really Happened to JoLynn?

February 11, 2021

In part two, Keith and JoLynn get the chance to talk to the Alameda County Sheriff's Department about their allegations of wrongdoing. They claim JoLynn’s bruises were caused by officers when they had her in custody for public intoxication – an accusation the police department vehemently denies. Dr. Phil discusses these accusations with Sgt. Ray Kelly, who shares exclusive body cam footage. What really happened during JoLynn's arrest and jail stay?

19x96 - America's Oldest Moocher?

February 12, 2021

Terri claims her 68-year-old sister, Denise, is mooching off her aging parents. She claims Denise spends her days drinking and smoking, not to mention taking thousands of dollars’ worth of jewelry from her mother and pawning it. Terri and Denise’s niece, Alexis, says living with Denise is so toxic, she is considering moving out for her own mental health. Denise’s parents plead with their daughter to stand on her own two feet so they can retire in peace. Will Denise accept the help Dr. Phil offers? Tune in to find out!

19x97 - My Daughter Needs to Leave Her Horrible Fiancé!

February 15, 2021

Anna Lisa claims her daughter, Amanda’s, fiancé, Alexis, abuses Amanda, encourages her to use drugs, and has even cheated on her repeatedly while pregnant, all of which Alexis denies. Recently, DFPS removed Amanda and Alexis’ children and placed them with Anna Lisa on the grounds of “neglectful supervision.” But Amanda swears Alexis has never abused her and that she and Alexis are wonderful parents. Alexis says he believes the only reason the children were taken is because Anna Lisa hates him and possibly conspired with DFPS. Anna Lisa says she’s going to hold on to her grandchildren for dear life until Amanda finally breaks up with Alexis for good. Can Dr. Phil convince these young parents to step up for their children?

19x98 - Accusations of Drugs, Abuse and Child Neglect: Will Amanda and Alexis Stay Together?

February 16, 2021

In the conclusion to yesterday’s episode, Anna Lisa insists her daughter will never regain custody of her children as long as she remains engaged to her fiancé, Alexis. Anna Lisa accuses Alexis of abusing her daughter, cheating on her, and being completely unable to provide a stable home for her daughter and their two children. Alexis denies all the accusations and accuses Anna Lisa of purposely trying to sabotage his relationship and family.

19x99 - Dr. Phil and Dr. Oz Fight Fraudsters!

February 17, 2021

Dr. Phil teams up for the first time with bestselling author, heart surgeon and Emmy Award-winning host of The Doctor Oz Show, Dr. Mehmet Oz, to take on and fight internet fraudsters who have stolen their names and likenesses to endorse CBD products. Dr. Phil and Dr. Oz work to get the word out that they have never endorsed or sold any CBD products. As part of their joint investigation, Dr. Phil and Dr. Oz also interview William Teller, an actor hired to appear in an ad for one CBD company – and you won’t believe what they learn! Internet Scam Investigator Chris Durst discusses how she helped to locate William Teller. They also talk to two viewers who say they were scammed by fake endorsements ... and one of them wants to tell Dr. Phil why she blamed him! Retired FBI agent and cybercrime expert Scott Augenbaum offers advice to avoid scams and action tips for scam victims. Finally, meet Alex, who thought she got a new job but actually fell victim to an employment scam.

19x100 - My Violent Teen’s Meltdown

February 18, 2021

Mothers and their teenage daughters are rife for conflict under normal circumstances, but what happens when one party turns violent? Victoria wrote to Dr. Phil after she says her 18-year-old daughter, Jessica, physically attacked her on multiple occasions, leaving a gash in her head from a cellphone and her house damaged, as well as her body bruised after a Thanksgiving day family throw down. Victoria says she’s tried everything she can to help Jessica and she’s afraid her daughter is going to end up homeless, in jail, or dead without Dr. Phil’s help.

19x101 - Playing Cop … Or Just Doing His Job?

February 19, 2021

Jeremy owns his own funeral escort company but says he’s being falsely accused of impersonating a police officer, and if convicted, could face up to 85 years in prison. Jeremy says videos from his funeral processions have been leaked online, received millions of views, and as a result, he is being victimized in his community and misrepresented in the media – and now, he and his attorney want to set the record straight. Dr. Phil meets Jeremy and takes a closer look into components of his business, including his motorcycle, uniform and badge. Is Jeremy “playing cop” or just doing his job? And, what’s on Jeremy’s duty belt? You won’t want to miss part one of this two-part show.

19x102 - Polygraph Results Revealed: Is Jeremy Telling the Truth?

February 22, 2021

Dr. Phil continues his conversation with Jeremy, a funeral escort, who is being accused of impersonating a police officer, and if convicted, could face up to 85 years in prison. Jeremy says videos from his funeral processions have been edited and leaked online, and as a result, he is being defamed and bullied in the media. But, Jeremy says the world has it all wrong and wants to clear his name. Today, Dr. Phil meets a funeral director who has worked with Jeremy for seven years, as well as someone who’s been following his story from afar. What do they have to say? Plus, to help prove his intention is not to impersonate a police officer, Jeremy requested a polygraph test. What does the test reveal? Tune in to find out.

19x103 - Aspiring MMA Fighter: Social Media Obsessed or Victim?

February 23, 2021

Trap says his dream is to become an MMA fighter and that social media helps with pursuing his career. However, he says internet trolls have gotten so out of control that he has been kicked out of gyms and restaurants and lost trainers because of it. Trap’s ex-trainer, Phil, says Trap brings on the negativity himself and is more focused on living in a fantasy world on social media than in reality. Trap’s wife, Ashley, says the negative attention he is getting is causing harm, and that their children are being threatened. Is Trap really the victim of social media trolling, or is he in denial about what’s really going on? Trap says he wants Dr. Phil to help him get to the bottom of it.

19x104 - My Wife is Punishing Me for An Affair I Swear Never Happened

February 24, 2021

Ronnie says his wife of 14 years, Kim, is punishing him for an affair he swears he did not commit. Ronnie claims Kim’s unwarranted revengeful behavior even forced him to file for a protection order after Kim vandalized his deceased mother’s home. Despite Ronnie’s denial, Kim insists she has “irrefutable proof” that Ronnie has indeed been unfaithful. Ronnie claims Kim is obsessed with proving he’s cheating, so much so, that she tracks his car and phone, and even keeps a notebook where she records his car’s mileage. Plus, Dr. Phil talks to Kim’s two stepdaughters who say they feel Kim’s behavior toward their father and them has destroyed their relationship with her.

19x105 - Ronnie’s Flirting, Kim’s Jealousy: Can This Marriage Be Saved?

February 25, 2021

Dr. Phil continues his conversation with Ronnie and his wife, Kim, who is adamant that Ronnie has been unfaithful, despite Ronnie's denials. Today, Dr. Phil examines some of the “irrefutable evidence” Kim claims proves that Ronnie has cheated. Plus, Kim says since she uncovered Ronnie’s alleged affair, he has been punishing her and she provided what she claims is video proof. Find out what happens when Dr. Phil questions Ronnie about a video of him slicing and cutting up his own bed. Can this marriage be saved? Find out why Dr. Phil suggests that Ronnie and Kim should call it quits.

19x106 - Dr. Phil Down Under: “Poisoned in Our Own Home?”

February 26, 2021

Did you know Dr. Phil is the #1 daytime talk show in Australia – and currently airs in 55 countries and territories? Today, sisters Amy and Emily, from New South Wales, Australia, say that even though Dr. Phil is over 7,000 miles away – and on a different continent – he is the only person who can help their situation! Amy and Emily say their mom, Marie, and her partner, Gordon, are taking extreme measures to combat alleged poisoning by a neighbor – including daily diary entries, surveillance cameras, and even sleeping outside. Marie says since 2017, her life has turned upside down – she claims her house is engulfed with toxic fumes and is completely unlivable. The worst part of all? Her daughters don’t believe her. What is the source behind the alleged toxic conditions inside Marie’s house? And, why are Dr. Phil and Robin inside a tent? Find out on a Dr. Phil first – when Dr. Phil takes a virtual trip down under!

19x107 - TV Doctor Warns Parents After Son’s Quarantine Overdose

March 1, 2021

Celebrity TV relationship doctor Laura Berman has a warning for parents after finding her 16-year-old son, Sam, dead of an accidental drug overdose. Dr. Berman and her husband say they believe the teen unknowingly ordered a pill laced with a deadly drug off a “drug menu” posted on social media.

19x108 - Toxic Love

March 2, 2021

Jennifer wrote to Dr. Phil saying she believes the only way her best friend, Heather, will be leaving her relationship is inside of a body bag. Heather says she doesn’t believe Collin is abusive, although she does admit that he has put his hands on her, ripped her clothing, and bitten her face. Collin admits that he once put his hands on Heather’s throat while in a rage but says he never actually squeezed – although he did think about it. Collin says he doesn’t believe he’s in love with Heather like he used to be – so why are they both still fighting so hard to make this relationship work? And, is Collin actually abusive, or is he “not that bad” like Heather claims?

19x109 - Toxic Love: Will Heather Leave Collin?

March 3, 2021

Jennifer says she fears for her best friend, Heather’s, life, claiming she’s in an abusive relationship but refuses to see how bad things really are. Heather says she doesn’t believe her boyfriend, Collin, is “that bad” and doesn’t think what he does is actual “abuse.” Dr. Phil says he thinks both Heather and Collin are in danger for completely different reasons. Dr. Phil sits down with Collin and Heather individually to explain where he thinks this relationship is headed. Will Heather leave Collin?

19x110 - How Do I Parent My ‘Jekyll and Hyde’ Daughter?

March 4, 2021

Heather, a lifelong fan of Dr. Phil and a member of the Dr. Phil Phanatics fan group, drove 1,600 miles from Arkansas to Los Angeles to get help with her 15-year-old daughter, Marissa, whom she describes as “Jekyll and Hyde.” She says one minute Marissa's an aspiring cardiologist with top grades, and the next, she’s a pot-smoking car thief who admits to stealing her own mother’s vehicle nine times. Heather says she is at her wits’ end and does not know how to parent her daughter effectively. Dr. Phil invites one of the world’s leading child behavioral experts on stage, Dr. Michele Borba, who works closely with Dr. Phil to impart potentially life-changing advice to Heather and her daughter. Watch while Dr. Phil encourages Marissa to tell her mother everything she is not picking up on when it comes to her needs. How will Heather react? Tune in to find out!

19x111 - It's Time to Let My Husband Peacefully Pass Away

March 8, 2021

Maegan and her mother-in-law, Kelly, are in a fierce tug-of-war over Maegan’s husband and Kelly’s son, Josh, who has been in a persistent vegetative state for the last two years due to an anoxic brain injury. After two years and no improvement, Maegan claims Josh’s condition is in decline, and it’s time for both her and Kelly to let him go and pass peacefully. Kelly says she completely disagrees with Maegan’s decision to end Josh’s life and finds all of Maegan’s social media posts about Josh “full of lies and exploitative.” Kelly claims the only reason Maegan wants to bring Josh home, remove his feeding tube, and allow him to die is that she needs “new material” for her social media followers. Maegan denies that she is exploiting her husband and says that she has helped to spread awareness of anoxic brain injuries. Can these women come together to decide what is truly best for Josh? Dr. Phil weighs in on this morally, ethically and spiritually challenging debate. Don’t miss it!

19x112 - The “Bakersfield 3”: The Gruesome Discoveries Two Years Later

March 9, 2021

It’s a mystery that made local news and brought together three mothers under tragic circumstances. Two young people vanished and one was murdered within weeks of each other in Bakersfield, California. They became known as the “Bakersfield 3.” In March 2018, Cheryl’s son Micah disappeared. Two weeks later, Di’s son, James, was shot and killed. The two young men knew each other, and so their moms believed the cases were connected. Then, two weeks after James’ murder, Baylee, who was also in their circle, disappeared. The three mothers searched for answers and met for the first time with Dr. Phil in 2018. Since then, countless tips have come to the police, and there has been a heartbreaking discovery discussed with these families. Also, criminal charges have been made. Find out who among the "Bakersfield 3" has been accused of horrific crimes.

19x113 - The “Bakersfield 3”: Moms Confront Their Own Demons

March 10, 2021

The mothers of the “Bakersfield 3” sit down with Dr. Phil to discuss their traumatic losses. Cheryl and her husband, Lance, are grieving for their murdered son, Micah, whose remains were discovered this past year. Dr. Phil helps them work through their grief and guilt with a revealing exercise. Di continues to investigate the murder of her son, James, who was shot and killed in 2018, and Jane struggles to understand the unbelievable twist in her missing daughter, Baylee's case.

19x114 - From College Athlete to Homeless and Addicted

March 15, 2021

Ira was once a talented high school basketball player and even played in college. His mother, Chonte, says all of Ira’s basketball dreams were destroyed once he was introduced to partying and drugs on campus. Now, Ira is walking the streets of Los Angeles homeless and using Fentanyl on a daily basis. But despite being homeless and using drugs, Chonte says her son refuses to admit he’s a drug addict and pretends to live a lavish lifestyle on social media. Chonte says she’s cut off Ira financially, but Ira calls his mother’s “tough love” “bad parenting,” and claims his mother should be helping him get on his feet, especially since she has the money to do so. Plus, find out why Ira believes rehab is just a waste of his time, and see what brought this young man to tears.

19x115 - My Mother Believes She’s Being Tracked by a Secret ‘Hookup’ App!

March 16, 2021

Jonny came to Dr. Phil begging for help because she claims her mom, Nancy, has become “delusional” and completely obsessed with what she calls a “secret hookup app.” Nancy says people on the app use a “secret color code” and a “secret number system” to try to communicate with her for sex. Nancy claims these people will hold up the numbers 1 through 8 on their fingers to communicate different sex acts. Nancy says she feels in danger because wherever she goes, she sees people tracking her location using the “hookup app!” But Jonny says nobody is tracking her mom, and it’s “all in her head.” Is Nancy being tracked? Dr. Phil investigates. Don’t miss it!

19x116 - Belligerent and Blacked Out But Not a Drop to Drink

March 17, 2021

Stephanie says she and her partner of 15 years, Hal, are living a perpetual nightmare due to Hal being diagnosed with a rare condition where his body makes him legally intoxicated without actually drinking alcohol. Stephanie says Hal has been diagnosed with auto-brewery syndrome, and there is no clear cure in sight. Hal says he lives his life by the breathalyzer – one moment he can be stone-cold sober, and within an hour, he can be belligerently “drunk,” stumbling, and very combative. This rare syndrome also affects Ray and his wife and caretaker, Sierra, and they both say this condition has taken a huge toll on their relationship. Hal, Stephanie, Sierra, and Ray all say they’re desperate for a cure.

19x117 - The Police Chief, His Wife, and His 6 Girlfriends: The Exclusive Interview

March 23, 2021

A married Texas police chief is arrested after his multiple affairs are exposed online. Jason Collier admits to cheating or having inappropriate relationships with not just one -- but several -- girlfriends, all while married to and living with his wife. In an exclusive interview, Collier comes clean about his web of lies. Watch a preview in the video above!

19x118 - Exclusive: Texas Police Chief Leading Secret Triple Life Speaks

March 24, 2021

He seemed like the perfect boyfriend, handsome and the well-respected police chief of a Texas town. But the multiple women he was dating soon discovered that Jason Collier was every woman’s worst nightmare: a married man lying to not only his wife but also to his multiple girlfriends. In part two of Dr. Phil’s exclusive interview, Collier answers accusations made by the woman who outed what she called his “triple” life.