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Jealousy, abuse and name-calling threaten a six-year marriage; a woman says her son's video-game addiction is out of control.
Friends of the man suspected of killing unarmed teen Trayvon Martin speak out and confront his stepmother.
A 44-year-old soccer mom, out on bail, discusses accusations of running a multimillion-dollar prostitution empire.
The family of a former finalist on "America's Next Top Model" says she is losing her battle with drug addiction, and Dr. Phil steps in to help.
The parents of teen murder victim Trayvon Martin respond to Dr. Phil's earlier interview with the friends of the man accused of killing him.
Dina Lohan, mother of actress Lindsay Lohan; a woman says Michael Lohan fathered her daughter 17 years ago.
Psychic medium John Edward; a man frantically prepares for the end of the world; a woman obsessed with psychics; a 21-year-old survives the unthinkable.
A man is spotted alive and well a week after his son told authorities that he had disappeared into the choppy waters of Jones Beach.
Actor Robert Blake, acquitted in the murder of his wife, sits down to set the record straight about his reputation and negative press.
A woman is found hanged two days after her boyfriend's 6-year-old son falls to his death while in her care.
Octomom Nadya Suleman; a woman who was arrested for leaving her four pre-teen children home alone.
A 10-year-old schizophrenic spends her days in an imaginary world; a young woman says she has replaced her schizophrenia medication with dangerous street drugs.
A mother wants Dr. Phil's help in controlling her teen daughter, who loves to fight and proudly posts videos of the brawls online.
Parents want Dr. Phil's help for an out-of-control teen who is in and out of juvenile hall and terrorizing the family.
A 48-year-old man says that, as a young boy, he was offered money to have sex with football coach Jerry Sandusky, as part of a tri-state child-pornography ring.
A divorced couple refuse to leave their home.
A woman discusses her baby's disappearance.
A man considers treatment for addiction.
A man discusses the disappearance of his ex-girlfriend.
A woman has trouble coping after she finds out she was the result of an affair.
A woman says her husband kept her trapped like a prisoner for nearly four years, physically and emotionally abused her and forced her to live in inhumane conditions; her mother says she knew her daughter was being abused but felt powerless to help.
A woman who lives with the grief of having struck and killed a boy with her car years ago now fears something bad will happen to her son; she faces the victim's parents for the first time since the funeral; how to help a grieving loved one.
A woman uses prescription pills to help her overcome her anorexia and the anxiety she feels from gaining weight; Dr. Phil investigates how her parents, who say they feel helpless, may be enabling her behavior and jeopardizing her recovery.
A father recounts the day his then-teenaged son took a gun to school and opened fire on his classmates; Dr. Phil speaks with the son from prison; parents who are frightened of their 15-year-old son.
A woman says her husband calls her names because of her weight and makes cow noises when she eats ice cream; a mother says she will try to lose weight if her son stops picking on her about her size; author Liz Vaccariello.
A young woman says, from the ages of 6 to 17, her father molested her and gave her drugs; how to protect children from predators.
Despite her fear, a woman vows not to leave her abusive partner.
The mother and aunt of human-trafficking victim Sara Kruzan, who was sentenced to life in prison without parole for killing her pimp at age 16, come face to face; a teen meets the man he believes is his father.
A couple's 2-year-old adopted daughter is ripped from their arms when her birth father is granted custody pursuant to the Indian Child Welfare Act; Troy Dunn ("The Locator") helps Dr. Phil delve into the case.
Guests provide a glimpse into the often-debilitating world of obsessive-compulsive disorder; a man says the disorder sends him into trances during which he self-injures.
Dr. Phil provides updates on a young prostitute and her drug-addicted friend, both of whom his producers tracked down and encouraged to go into rehab.
A model child becomes a rebellious and violent teen; a juvenile police officer laments her teen daughter's bad attitude.
A woman struggles with anger after having been molested for much of her childhood and confronts the mother who she says knew and failed to protect her.
A couple believe that their daughter's death, ruled suicide, was murder, and confront the man they say is responsible.
A couple come face to face with the man they believe murdered their daughter and learn the results of his polygraph test.
Christian must choose between the two women fighting over him: his mother and his fiancee.
A high-school bullying incident involves lawsuits and death threats; the victim's mother comes face to face with one of the bullies' parents.
Guests say family members are arrogant, entitled and think the world revolves around them.
A guest says her sister is a neglectful parent who left her own children in a burning house.
Teenage Cassie says that two years ago, she became pregnant, had a confrontation with her father, and lost the baby; family members and medical records say that she was never pregnant.
Dr. Phil makes a house call to "Monster-in-Law" Khalood to find out really goes on in her home and who is the real source of the family's never-ending turmoil.
A girl's parents say she got pregnant intentionally in order to earn a role on one of the popular teen-pregnancy reality TV shows.
Newlyweds say their marriage is unraveling because of his abuse and infidelity; a mother of five wants cosmetic surgery, but her fiance threatens to end their engagement if she goes through with it.
Women describe the hatred they have toward their children and admit that frustration often leads to regrettable behavior.
Divorced parents spend nearly $1 million fighting over the custody of a 9-year-old girl.
The parents of a young woman whose death was ruled a suicide say she was stalked in her final days and they believe she was murdered.
Dr. Phil's new book teaches how to spot users and abusers and tells new strategies for winning big in the game of life.
Brittany wants to marry her abusive, unfaithful boyfriend, who says he is willing to make changes.
A man accused of lying to the entire country speaks out for the first time on national television to try to clear his name.
Teen sisters say media reports surrounding their arrest are ruining their lives; a young woman admits to lying about her parents abusing her.
An update on an 800-pound man's battle with obesity; a bride who was eating 30,000 calories a day in hopes of weighing 800 pounds by her wedding day has spent five months in a weight-loss facility.
A 30-year-old mother of four and her 17-year-old fiance discuss their relationship; the teen's father and stepmother speak.
A woman says her in-laws don't accept her because she is a different race than her husband, who feels like he is in a tug-of-war.
A couple claim two squatters moved into their newly renovated house after they moved to another state, but the strangers say they bought the house and refuse to leave.
An overworked mom wants more help from her husband; a mother of 10 says her controlling nature makes it hard for her to delegate.
Parents say their daughter is an out-of-control teen who fights, runs away from home, shoplifts and dates older men; an admitted alcoholic and anorexic.
Three celebrities who have no experience with children baby-sit five loud, out-of-control, opinionated brats in a quest to be named the "Best Celebrity Babysitter."
Brad Thill and his ex-wife, Leslie Tiesler, made headlines when they were accused of the abuse and starvation of three of their five children; Noah Blake, son of troubled actor Robert Blake, sets the record straight about his family's estrangement.
Dr. Phil exposes an online dating fraud accused of duping as many as 26 women into relationships, and a producer tracks him down.
Psychic medium John Edward; intuitive counselor Colette Baron-Reid; numerologist Glynis McCants.
More than 10 years after her child was killed in a crash, a mother has kept the girl's bedroom exactly as she left it, and the rest of the family says she is stuck in the past and needs to move on.
When to tell children about sex; how to broach the subject; do's and don'ts.
Divorced parents come together to get help for their drug-addicted 25-year-old daughter and tell how she went from a mature, polite child to a disrespectful teen in a few short years.
Jenn says blending eight children with her boyfriend has caused too much stress in their relationship, and she is leaving; Debbie says she hates her four children and refuses to let them touch her.
Singer Barbra Streisand and comic Seth Rogen; a guest says his stepson is a 25-year-old "mama's boy" who needs to get a job and pay back the loan that his mother co-signed.
Lori wants to find her only living sibling; Mitzi wants to know whether she should reunite with her ex-husband.
A former meteorologist says he has become a laughingstock since he was drugged by two women and duped out of thousands of dollars; a guest's online sex chat with a married weatherman caused him to lose his job.
A woman continues to breast-feed her nearly 4-year-old son; a mother climbs over locked gates to break into her 39-year-old daughter's home; a father publicly humiliates his teen son online.
Erica confronts the mother who looked the other way while she was being molested; Karen meets the recipient of her deceased daughter's heart; author Mitch Albom.
Discussing Adam Lanza, the 20-year-old authorities say opened fire in a Connecticut elementary school before killing himself.
Connecticut elementary school shooting; how the families of victims and young witnesses can cope with the tragedy.
Dr. Phil helps guests overcome feelings resulting from past tragedy; a woman who witnessed the death of her young brother; a man whose ex-wife allegedly killed his baby.
Gabriel claims his mother causes too much drama and avoids her at all costs.
Raylynn reveals her fear of a religious group that still has control over her, and her daughter tells of abuse she endured.
Katie has had it with her husband's lies, but knew he was dishonest before they were married.
Amanda is unsure whether or not to leave her husband, who was caught in an online sex sting and sentenced to prison; Seri is considering letting her ex-boyfriend back into her life after she says he made her a prostitute and kept all the money.
Mike says his sister conned their elderly parents out of $100,000; Mattie says her 86-year-old mother was abused at her nursing home; keeping elderly loved ones safe.
A couple say they are desperate to calm their violent 15-year-old son, and the mother tells what she recently found in the boy's bedroom that shocked her to her core.
A young woman, facing life in prison for the torture and murder of two teens, may have the opportunity for a reduced sentence.
A bipolar woman says her family is insensitive and mean toward her about her illness; a woman tells of her multiple personalities.
Katie Beers and Sarah Maynard tell how they survived their abductions.
Lynn says her mother has called her names, hit her and turned her whole family against her; her mother says Lynn will stop at nothing to get attention.
Parents say their 25-year-old's rage is so out-of-control that they fear he will kill them; a woman says her fiance becomes violent and abusive when he drinks.
A teen accuses two high-school football players of raping her at a party, and community members call the investigation a cover-up to protect the town's beloved football program.
Young women are taunted and harassed, often online, for their sexual behavior.
Dr. Phil uncovers painful secrets from an arrogant, narcissistic, racist and homophobic man's past.
Guests say the residential treatment centers they entered as troubled teens did them more harm than good; a woman says her mother was aware of abuse and did nothing to stop it; siblings felt trapped and tortured.
A 21-year-old woman and a 15-year-old girl say they are obsessed with their physical imperfections and stuck in a cycle of anxiety and self-hatred.
Dawn has sent her online boyfriend $30,000 despite never having met him in person; Lucy fears that her son's former fiancee may not be who she says she is.
A guest says his former in-laws tried to murder him, and he is now in a bitter custody battle with his ex-wife; multiple women say a San Diego police officer sexually assaulted them.
Paula says her 19-year-old daughter, Kylie, has an eating disorder, abuses drugs and alcohol and appears in pornographic films; Kylie blames her mother for her bad choices.
David says that since his wife lost 150 pounds, she flaunts her body, abuses alcohol and kisses other men; previous guests return with an update on their situation.
Shawn admits to having had at least 20 affairs but blames his wife for his choices; websites for and about cheaters; moving forward after infidelity.
Ronaiah Tuiasosopo talks about the Manti Te'o girlfriend hoax.
Ronaiah Tuiasosopo talks about the Manti Te'o girlfriend hoax.
New York "soccer mom madam" Anna Gristina, who has pleaded guilty of promoting prostitution.
A woman whose fiance is behind bars awaiting trial in a double homicide says she is innocent of helping to cover up the crimes; a victim's father and a district attorney weigh in.
A young woman breaks her silence about a sinister plot she says nearly claimed her life and that of her unborn baby; a woman is obsessed with becoming a mother and has resorted to drastic measures to get pregnant -- without her husband's consent.
Donna says her hatred for her son's wife is damaging her relationship with him; the young couple say Donna is so disruptive to their lives that they have cut all ties with her, changed their locks and sleep with a gun for protection.
A woman's death was ruled an accidental drowning, but her friends say they think her husband murdered her; he says they have been harassing him and he agrees to take a polygraph test.
Traci says her former friend is obsessed and infatuated with her; Kari says her sister betrayed her, and after not speaking for three years, she wants an apology.
Rebecca says her sister has betrayed her by sleeping with the important men in her life; Steve says his girlfriend keeps stealing his money.
Six-year-old Ethan, who was abducted at gunpoint and held captive in an underground bunker in Alabama for nearly a week, and his mother, Jennifer, talk to Dr. Phil; specialists tell how to help him cope with what he has experienced.
For the first time, Gayle meets her soon-to-be daughter-in-law, whom she has called manipulative, immoral and disrespectful.
Criminal defense attorney Jose Baez discusses Casey Anthony's murder trial; John Bradley, a prosecution witness accused of perjuring himself on the stand.
Parents confront the young man they accuse of vehicular homicide in the death of their 20-year-old son; why he has not been tried; the possibility of new evidence.
A single father raises three disrespectful adolescent boys after their mother ran off with her boyfriend.
Angie says she is madly in love with a man she has never met and has given him $175,000; an update on Craig, whose former fiancee backed out of what would have been their first face-to-face meeting.
A "helicopter mother" does everything in her power to keep her children from feeling hurt or disappointed, including doing their homework and flossing their teeth.
Simi Valley, Calif., residents say a heroin epidemic is crippling the youth in their town; families of heroin addicts reach out for help; a follow-up with talented young drug-addict Monet.
Terri says she thought she knew her 15-year-old daughter, until the girl disappeared and was found by police days later, after witnessing a murder, and her story unraveled.
A 13-year-old vanishes without a trace while on a court-ordered visitation at his father's house; his parents come face to face for the first time in years on Dr. Phil's stage.
The father of a missing teen says he is tired of being blamed for his son's disappearance and is willing to take a polygraph test to help clear his name.
NBA rookie Royce White tells of being suspended by his team after he failed to report to his assignment due to his anxiety and fear of flying; a woman says her fear of flying has cost her jobs and is cheating her child out of opportunities.
Traci says her former friend, Jinda, is obsessed and infatuated with her. Traci says Jinda began texting her about 50 times a day after they first met -- texts that soon became over-the-top proclamations such as, “I can’t get you out of my mind," and “I swear I will love you the right way.” Traci says she thought Jinda just needed a friend but then grew more uncomfortable as, she claims, Jinda was also inappropriately affectionate with her children, began texting her friends whom she had never met, and even tried to touch and kiss her. Traci claims Jinda crossed the line when she tried to sabotage her marriage, so she cut off communication with her. But is Jinda getting the message? Traci says Jinda still texts and drives by her house, and she worries what Jinda might do next. Jinda admits to being "needy and clingy" but does she see that she's overstepped her boundaries? Can Dr.
Rebecca says her sister, Pamela, has repeatedly betrayed her by sleeping with the important men in her life, including her ex-husband, her child's father and even her current boyfriend. Rebecca confides that she feels so scorned that she now has a difficult time trusting anyone. Pamela admits that she made mistakes but says she's tired of feeling guilty, and she feels Rebecca needs to forgive her and move on. But is Rebecca ready to leave the past behind? Can Dr. Phil help repair their relationship? Then, Steve says that over the last five years, his girlfriend, Megan, has stolen nearly a half million dollars from him. He claims she has forged his name on checks, taken out credit cards in his name and has taken more than $167,000 from his elderly mother. Megan admits to taking the money but says she did it for a good reason. Is Megan with Steve for the love or the money? And, if Steve thinks it's for the money, why does he stay? Dr.
On February 4, 2013, FBI officials rescued then-5-year-old Ethan from an underground bunker in Alabama, where he had been held hostage for nearly one week by 65-year-old Jimmy Lee Dykes, who was killed during the raid. Investigators say Dykes, a former sailor and Vietnam veteran, stormed a school bus carrying 21 children a week earlier, shot and killed the driver and then abducted Ethan. In an exclusive interview, Ethan, who just celebrated his sixth birthday, talks to Dr. Phil along with his mother, Jennifer.
Gayle says her soon-to-be daughter-in-law, Hannah, is manipulative, immoral and disrespectful — but she’s never even met her! Gayle says Hannah's relationship with her son, Ryan, is based on sin because Hannah used to date Ryan's best friend. Ryan says his parents will never accept Hannah because they hold out hope that he will reunite with his ex-fiancée and mother of his daughter. See what happens when Gayle and Hannah meet, and mother and son come face to face for the first time in three years on Dr. Phil's stage! Can this family find a common ground from which to build an amicable relationship? And, will Gayle ever accept Hannah as her daughter-in-law? Plus, Dr.
Jared says his ex-wife, Chandra, is a deadbeat mom who has failed to pay her court-ordered child support. Chandra claims Jared has been emotionally abusive since their divorce five years ago and that he’s determined to ruin her life with her current husband, Jason. With their children caught in the crossfire, can these exes stop pointing fingers and learn how to peacefully co-parent?
Carol and Tab’s 20-year-old son, Alex, was killed by a hit-and-run driver. They believe that Alex’s death was no accident, and they accuse Rob, 24, of being responsible. Rob, joined by his mother, Linda, and sister, Lenora, 21, says he’s being falsely accused and placed in the middle of an “unrelenting witch hunt,” and he just wants everyone to move on. See what happens when he comes face to face with Alex’s family on Dr. Phil’s stage. Why wasn’t Rob tried on vehicular homicide charges? Hear from a crime scene reconstruction expert hired by Alex's family. Has he uncovered new evidence? Don’t miss this riveting Dr. Phil mystery as the victim’s family confronts the young man they believe deliberately killed their son.
John says that when his ex-wife, Laurie, moved 1,500 miles away to be with her boyfriend, Joe, she abandoned her children, and he was left to raise the couple’s three boys — Johnny, 14, and twins Christopher and Alexander, 12 — on his own. The single dad proudly proclaims that being a committed father makes him “one in a million” — but is John really in over his head? John admits the boys disrespect his authority and recently, he says Alexander punched him in the face and gave him a black eye. Laurie says her children tell her that they aren’t happy living with their father, and she denies deserting her children — but is she willing to step up and take Dr. Phil’s advice? Then, hear from the three boys. What do they reveal about their home life? And, is this a case of clueless parenting — or unruly kids? No parent can afford to miss this all-new Dr.
Angie says she’s madly in love with her attractive, dashing, overseas boyfriend, Danny, whom she’s been dating for more than a year but has never met. Angie confesses that she’s sent Danny at least $175,000 — some of which she admittedly stole from family members. She says she would like to not only prove to Dr. Phil and his viewers that Danny is a real person, she would also like Dr. Phil's help in getting $6 million that Danny sent her from an offshore bank account in the Cayman Islands. Angie admits to sending $1,000 to Danny so he could buy a plane ticket to the United States and appear on the show with her. Where is Danny, and why wasn't he sitting next to Angie in-studio? Angie's 20-year-old son, Brandon, says his mother is in deep denial and can’t even see that she’s being scammed. Is Danny who he says he is, or is Angie being duped by an online imposter or catfish? Dr. Phil does some digging and finds answers.
Heroin use among America's youth is no longer just a big city problem; it's plaguing some of the most prestigious and safest suburban towns in the country. Dr. Phil sheds light on Simi Valley, California -- a community once known as the safest city in America -- where residents are now fighting a heroin epidemic that they say is crippling the town’s youth. Dr. Phil talks to teens and meets with Mayor Bob Huber to discuss his community plan. How can this drug problem be stopped? Then, Simi Valley families with heroin-addicted sons reach out to Dr. Phil for help. Greg and Mary say their 20-year-old son, Nik, has been using drugs since he was 13 and is so out control, he's been kicked out of seven schools, arrested more than 30 times and even labeled a “terrorist” by the Department of Homeland Security. Now living on the streets, Nik says heroin has taken over his life, and he knows that his future is either jail, death -- or Dr. Phil.
Amy admits she’s a “psycho over-protective mom” of five children, ages 4 to 20, and worries that her behavior could be crippling her kids’ development. She admits to flossing her 20-year-old daughter's teeth, trimming her 15-year-old's toe nails and doing her children's homework for them. Amy says she’s just trying to prevent her kids from being hurt or disappointed -- but is she really setting them up for failure? Amy’s 20-year-old pregnant daughter, Katelynn, says her mother’s overprotectiveness is out of control -- claiming that Amy has even threatened to gain custody of her unborn baby, to ensure the child is taken care of properly. And, Amy’s son, Robert, 15, says he’s suffering in school because his mom won’t let him do his own homework, and he doesn’t even know what he’s good at, because she does everything for him. What's behind Amy’s “helicopter mom” habits? Find out what Dr. Phil uncovers from Amy’s past that may be contributing to her parenting style.
Terri says she trusted and thought she knew her 15-year-old daughter, Sierra — who she believed was a popular teen, earning good grades — until Sierra disappeared and was discovered by police, days later, after witnessing a murder. Terri says she then learned that Sierra had been living a very different life — experimenting with drugs, meeting men online and having sexual relationships with them — many of whom were twice her age. Despite Sierra's alleged traumatic experience, Terri says her daughter continues to travel down a troubled path. Can Dr. Phil get to the root of Sierra's behavior? What warning signs did Terri miss? And, how might she be enabling her daughter? If you’re a parent, you can’t afford to miss this all-new Dr. Phil! This program contains strong sexual content. Viewer discretion advised.
On November 19, 2012, then 13-year-old Dylan Redwine vanished without a trace while on a court-ordered visitation at his father, Mark’s, house outside Durango, Colorado. Mark and his ex-wife, Elaine, who haven’t seen or spoken to each other in three years, come face to face on Dr. Phil’s stage.
In Part 2 of this Dr. Phil mystery, the family of 14-year-old Dylan Redwine, who has been missing for three months, continues to search for answers. Dr. Phil sits down one-on-one with Dylan's father, Mark, in an effort to help find Dylan. Was he the last person to see the teen? And, what does Mark think happened to his son? Mark says he’s tired of having the finger pointed at him, and he’s willing to take a polygraph test to help clear his name.
NBA rookie Royce White recently made headlines when he was suspended by the Houston Rockets for “refusing to provide services as required by his Uniform Player Contract," after he failed to report to his D-league assignment. Royce, who has an anxiety disorder and a fear of flying, says he wanted a mental health clause added to his contract — and he wouldn’t play until that happened. Royce, who has since been reinstated, takes a two-day road trip to Los Angeles to sit down with Dr. Phil and provide a glimpse into his struggles. How does he feel about the way the team and the league have handled the challenges that his mental illness presents? And, what message does he have for his critics who say he shouldn’t have signed with the Rockets? Then, Jodi says her extreme fears of heights and flying and are taking over her life — and cheating her 8-year-old daughter, Charlee, out of opportunities.
Tracy says her daughter, Ashley, 22, and Ashley’s boyfriend, Andrew, 23, are freeloaders who are living rent-free in her home, while she pays all of their expenses. She says they sleep all day and have let her beautiful suburban home turn to filth. Tracy says she accepts blame for allowing the situation to spiral out of control — learn the one mistake she says she regrets the most. Ashley and Andrew deny the accusations and say they work part-time for Tracy’s business, and they’ve earned everything she's given them. See what happens when Dr. Phil cameras enter the home. Dr. Phil gets real with Ashley and Andrew — and Tracy. Can he get through to them? Then, Lorrie and Todd say that their 13-year-old-daughter controls their home. The parents admit that they just can't seem to say no to the teen, who they say throws tantrums and manipulates them until she gets her way. Lorrie and Todd say they prepare special meals for her and cut her food — and it’s putting a strain on their marriage.
Eighteen-year-old Atira is being accused of tearing her family apart. Her mother, Yolanda, sister, Alexa, and brother, Stuart, say the young mom is a "lazy slob," who yells, shoves and cusses, and they’re tired of the chaos she creates. Atira admits she’s full of anger but says her family makes no effort to understand her. Is Atira just an out-of-control, bratty teen, or is a dark secret from her past causing her to lash out? When Dr. Phil digs into this family’s history, will Yolanda, Alexa and Stuart begin to better understand Atira? Then, Atira confronts Yolanda for ignoring her cries for help as a child. Where was her mom when she says she needed her most? Will mother and daughter find a common ground on which to rebuild their relationship? Then, former prosecutor Loni Coombs, author of the new book, “You’re Perfect” ... and Other Lies Parents Tell, joins Dr. Phil. Learn about her six parenting tips for effective listening.
Sue says she is afraid of her verbally abusive husband; he says all he wants is a wife who will cook, clean and have sex with him, and Sue is not carrying her weight.
Two moms say their teen daughters are completely out of control and turn to Dr. Phil for help. First, Rita says her 13-year-old daughter, Lexi, is angry and abusive and has no respect for authority or property. She says her daughter has been smoking cigarettes since she was 10, punches and writes on her bedroom walls, has been sent to the principal’s office more than 50 times and takes out her frustrations with violence. She says Lexi has even created a list of girls she wants to fight, and she's scared the teen might end up in jail. Lexi admits that she’s angry, but says her chaotic home life is to blame — and that after the show, she’s moving out! Hear why Rita thinks Lexi is acting out. Does Dr. Phil agree? And, how might Rita be enabling her daughter's behavior? Then, Jennifer says she's struggling to control her defiant and destructive 13-year-old daughter. A home video documents the teen's violent outbursts. Can Dr.
Jared says his ex-wife, Chandra, is a deadbeat mom who has failed to pay her court-ordered child support in the last six months. He also accuses Chandra’s current husband, Jason, of physical abuse toward his two children when they’re in his care — a claim Jason adamantly denies. Chandra accuses Jared of emotionally abusing her since their divorce five years ago, and she claims he’s determined to ruin her life with her new husband. Is Jared a concerned parent, or a bitter ex with an ulterior motive? And, with their children caught in the crossfire, can these exes stop pointing fingers and learn how to peacefully co-parent? Plus, why hasn’t Chandra paid child support? Then, don’t miss Dr.
Nikol says her husband of eight years, Mark, is arrogant, narcissistic, racist and homophobic. She says he belittles and humiliates her and has hit her -- a claim Mark denies. Nikol says some of Mark's outrageous behavior includes urinating on a woman, exposing himself to other men and driving drunk. She also believes that he's cheated on her and fathered children with other women -- but despite all of this, Nikol says she wants to stay with him! Mark claims he's only had emotional affairs, but admits to being a lousy partner and acting outrageously when he's drunk. He says even he wouldn’t want himself as a husband. Can Dr. Phil help break through Mark's tough exterior? When he digs into this couple’s past, he uncovers two troubled childhoods fraught with hardships and abuse. Can their marriage be saved, or are they better off apart?
Siblings Muriel, 32, Brandi, 31, and Les, 34, have been living a mystery. They haven’t seen their mother, Brenda, in 31 years, have no idea if she’s dead or alive and only know what they say their father told them: their mother abandoned them. Muriel recently contacted Troy Dunn, star of The Locator, to help with their desperate search. After more than three decades, the siblings reunite with their mother. Will they get the answers they’ve been yearning for? Did Brenda abandon her children, or was something more sinister at play? This program contains strong sexual content. Viewer discretion advised.
Nineteen-year-old Victoria says she can’t stop obsessing over her ex-boyfriend, Nathan, whom she dated for 18 months. What’s behind her infatuation? Can Dr.
Dr. Phil talks to Sherrie Daly, former wife of pro golfer John Daly, and Siohvaughn Funches-Wade, ex-wife of NBA star Dwyane Wade.
Thirty-year-old mother of four Melissa Dilan-Hernandez made headlines when she was charged with unlawful sexual activity with certain minors, stemming from her relationship with her fiancé, T.J., who is 17 years old and the father of her 4-month-old daughter. Melissa is facing up to 15 years in prison and may have to register as a sex offender, yet she says she still doesn’t consider their relationship a crime. How does she justify her love affair with a minor — and planning a pregnancy with him? T.J. says he wants to spend the rest of his life with Melissa — but is he willing to wait for her if she goes to jail? And, could their romance stand in the way of his aspirations of becoming a U.S. Marine or police officer? T.J.’s father, Ed, and stepmother, Sea, weigh in with their thoughts on the relationship. Do they approve? Plus, don’t miss Dr. Phil’s stern advice for Melissa and T.J. — and for any teen who may be blindsided by love.
Newlyweds Kayla and Travis have been married for just a year but say their marriage is already unraveling. Kayla says Travis is physically and mentally abusive, and she caught him kissing another girl. Travis admits that he's been abusive and unfaithful, but says he cheats because Kayla is boring and that oftentimes, hitting her is the only way he can get her to stop talking. “When you back a dog into a corner, he’s going to bite,” Travis says. Why won’t Kayla leave? Can Dr. Phil get this young couple back on track? Then, Amanda says after having five children, including twins, she's unhappy with her body and she wants plastic surgery — but, her fiancé, Ali, says if she goes through with it, he’ll call off the engagement. “My philosophy about women is: All natural and no preservatives,” Ali says. Amanda says Ali never compliments her, yet praises other women’s appearances — and it’s taking a toll on her self-esteem.
When 22-year-old Amanda last appeared on Dr. Phil, she was living in a motel room, prostituting herself for drugs and on the brink of death. After an intense intervention, Amanda agreed to go to rehab. But while en route to the treatment facility, she changed her mind and walked away from the airport. Refusing to give up on her, Dr. Phil producers tracked Amanda down and encouraged her to go to rehab — and in the process, rescued her 27-year-old drug-addicted friend, also named Amanda. Now several months into treatment, hear from both women about their journeys to sobriety. Where are they now? And, what message do they have for young girls headed down a similar path? Then, Kathy says when she discovered her 17-year-old daughter, Molly, was working as a prostitute, she had the teen’s alleged pimp arrested. Find out why Molly says her mother only made matters worse. Plus, hear from Molly’s father, Mark.
Rebecca says her sister, Pamela, has repeatedly betrayed her by sleeping with the important men in her life, including her ex-husband, her child's father and even her current boyfriend. Rebecca confides that she feels so scorned that she now has a difficult time trusting anyone. Pamela admits that she made mistakes but says she's tired of feeling guilty, and she feels Rebecca needs to forgive her and move on. But is Rebecca ready to leave the past behind? Can Dr. Phil help repair their relationship? Then, Steve says that over the last five years, his girlfriend, Megan, has stolen nearly a half million dollars from him. He claims she has forged his name on checks, taken out credit cards in his name and has taken more than $167,000 from his elderly mother. Megan admits to taking the money but says she did it for a good reason. Is Megan with Steve for the love or the money? And, if Steve thinks it's for the money, why does he stay? Dr.
Dr. Phil’s guests say their family members are arrogant, entitled and think the world revolves around them. Seanna says her 25-year-old daughter, Corinne, compares herself to Gandhi and believes she’s so special that she deserves to star in her own reality show — but is she in need of a reality check? Corinne says her pretty face belongs on magazine covers, and admits that she manipulates people to get what she wants. What is driving her arrogance? When Dr. Phil uncovers a painful secret from her past, will she let down her guard? Then, Rosemarie is a mom of three and engaged to be married to Brian — she's also a self-proclaimed narcissist who admits that she seldom considers anyone else’s feelings. Rosemarie says it’s all about getting what she wants when she wants it — and she will stop at nothing to fulfill her desires. She admits that she alienates friends and family and is aware that her self-absorption may be destroying her relationship with her fiancé.
Kayla, 18, and Vincent, 17, say that they dated for just four months before Kayla discovered she was pregnant. Shortly before giving birth to Milo, now 9 months, the young couple broke up. Kayla's mom, Jill, and stepdad, Mike, believe Kayla got pregnant intentionally, to earn a role on one of the popular teen pregnancy reality TV shows — a claim Kayla denies. Kayla says as a teen mom, she quickly realized she was in over her head and signed custody of Milo over to her mom. Jill and Mike say that Kayla is immature and would rather party than be a mother. Can Dr. Phil get Kayla to step up and be the mom her son needs? Then, Vincent joins the show with his father, Lewis. Who do they believe should be raising Milo? And, is Vincent doing all he can to be a good father? Plus, do you think TV shows about teen mothers glamorize or prevent teen pregnancy? Log on to DrPhil.com and vote! And, tune in to learn about the three most important conversations that you must have with your daughter.
Suzanne says her sister, Jennifer, is a neglectful parent, and she's considering taking action to gain custody of Jennifer's three children. Suzanne says when the family's home caught fire, Jennifer saved her daughter's friend's baby and left her own children to fend for themselves. Jennifer's 16-year-old daughter, Alyssa, suffered a broken ankle after jumping from the second story, and her 12-year-old son ran back into the burning house to save his 9-year-old sister. Jennifer maintains she is a good mom, and says there was too much smoke and fire to go back for her kids. Was there more she could have done? Is there truth behind Suzanne's accusations? Then, hear Alyssa's emotional plea to Jennifer. Will it make an impact? Don't miss this compelling, all-new Dr. Phil.
Frank says that 10 years ago, he was a respected high school basketball coach -- until a sex scandal involving a student landed him behind bars and on the sex offender registry. Frank maintains his innocence, but says he accepted a plea bargain and served 25 months in prison for second-degree sexual assault, second-degree threatening and interfering with an officer. Since his release in 2006, Frank says he’s worked hard to move on with his life -- including getting married and starting a family -- but he says his past keeps coming back to haunt him. Last year, Frank served additional time in prison for violating his parole conditions by coaching his stepson’s basketball team. And recently, when Frank learned a warrant was out for his arrest for an alleged probation violation, he went on the run. Now, he joins Dr. Phil, along with his wife, Donna, to tell his side of the story.
Twenty-three-year-old Amber made headlines when she posted a photo of her bruised face and neck brace on Facebook and publicly accused her ex-boyfriend, Austin, of attacking her with a baseball bat — an attack Austin denies. The incident landed him in jail for assault and her in intensive care — but despite the assault, Amber admits that she still loves Austin. Amber’s mom, Joyce, fears her daughter will take Austin back when he’s released from jail — and that doing so could have deadly consequences. Why does he have such a hold on Amber? And, can Dr. Phil help her find the courage to move on without him? Then, George says his ex-wife, Dorothy, is “evil” and “diabolical” and even tried to have him killed three years ago. Dorothy pleaded guilty to second-degree assault and is currently serving five years in prison.
Julie says for the last two and a half years, she’s been living in fear of her boyfriend, Danny. She claims that Danny is verbally and physically abusive, tries to control her, isolates her from friends and family and monitors her every move. She says even a court order of protection didn’t stop Danny from stalking her at her job, causing her to be fired, and after apologies and promises to change, she took him back. She says she’s terrified of Danny’s angry outbursts, and is afraid that one day, he’ll go through with his threat to kill her. Danny completely denies being physically abusive with Julie but admits that he struggles with anger and jealousy, is scared that she will leave him and has “terrible tantrums.” He insists that he loves Julie and says, “The only way we are ever leaving each other is when we both die in our 80s.” Can Dr. Phil help Danny rein in his anger and controlling ways? Don’t miss this explosive two-part series!
Dr. Phil continues his intervention with Julie and Danny, a couple who say they’re caught in a cycle of abuse. When Danny reacts in anger onstage, Dr. Phil expresses his concern for Julie’s safety: “If he would act this way here, in front of cameras and a studio audience, what is he like behind closed doors?” Can Julie stand up to Danny and end this destructive relationship once and for all? And, how will Danny react to her decision? Don’t miss the dramatic conclusion!
Kathy, a stay-at-home mom and advocate of the Attachment Parenting philosophy, says she still breastfeeds her nearly 4-year-old son -- who calls her breasts “Money” -- and she doesn’t plan on stopping until “he stops asking.” Kathy jokingly calls cribs “cages,” and says both of her children share the bed with her and her husband. Has she taken Attachment Parenting too far? Pediatrician and co-host of The Doctors Dr. Jim Sears weighs in on the parenting theory. Then, self-professed helicopter grandmother Joann says there’s nothing she won’t do to check up on her children and grandchildren, including climbing over locked gates to break into her 39-year-old daughter, Angie’s, home. Once inside, Joann admits she leaves notes, reminding Angie to clean up around the house, and raids the cabinets in search of alcohol to pour out. Angie says she’s tried to tell her mother to back off.
From the outside, Lisa and David may look like the perfect couple, but Lisa says she’s hiding a dark secret from the world — she has been suffering from bulimia for the past eight years binges and purges as many as 10 to 15 times a day. She admits that her eating disorder continued while she was pregnant with her now 2-year-old son, Tobias, which she believes may have caused him to stop breathing for minutes after he was born. Now 12 weeks pregnant with her second child, Lisa says her bulimia is out of control, and she’s afraid for her unborn child’s life. David says he’s tried everything to help his wife, but reveals that her self-destruction has taken a turn for the worse. David says Lisa has also been smoking, drinking and even cutting herself. What’s behind Lisa’s dangerous decisions? Can Dr.
Leah says her mother, Dora, may appear to be sweet, but she’s actually a narcissist, hypochondriac, drama queen and a liar. She says Dora is always claiming to be sick — including lying about having cancer — to elicit sympathy from others, and she's tired of the chaos it creates. Dora denies Leah’s accusations and says she has medical records to prove her illnesses are real. She says her daughter has rejected her and refuses to let her see her grandchildren — and the depression she feels as a result makes her ailments worse. Is Dora embellishing her illnesses? And, can Dr. Phil and Troy Dunn, star of The Locator, help this mother and daughter find a common ground to rebuild their relationship? Then, Carrie says her 61-year-old mother, Paula, has been meeting strangers online and having sex with them. She says she's embarrassed and disgusted, but also worried for Paula's safety. Paula says she's not doing anything wrong — but is her behavior cause for concern? Dr. Phil weighs in.
Tonya says she hears voices and has private conversations in her head with celebrities, including President Obama, Rob Kardashian, Clint Eastwood -- and even Dr. Phil. Her mother, Diana, and niece, Ciera, are concerned that she may be mentally ill, but Tonya says she’s not crazy and that a lot of people hear voices. She says one of the voices, “Grandma,” is oftentimes unkind, has threatened her family and makes her laugh out loud to look crazy in front of others. Could something in Tonya’s past be the cause? And, can Dr. Phil help her quiet the noise? Then, Laura says her 20-year-old son, Hunter, is either a con man, a pathological liar or is mentally ill. She says his elaborate lies include pretending to be the CEO of a multibillion dollar company, a professional wrestler -- and even a cancer victim. Hunter admits that the last 10 years of his life have been a lie but says he just can't stop. What's at the root of his deceptions? Psychiatrist Dr. Charles Sophy shares his insight.
War hero-turned-actor J. R. Martinez is known for his role on All My Children and winning the Mirrorball Trophy on Dancing with the Stars, but he says his road to fame wasn’t easy. In his new book, Full of Heart: My Story of Survival, Strength and Spirit, the Iraq war veteran recalls the day that changed his life forever — when his Humvee drove over a roadside bomb, resulting in numerous injuries, including severe burns to his face and over 30 percent of his body — and now, he opens up to Dr. Phil about the near-death accident. After 10 years and achieving fame, what challenges does he say he continues to face? And, what’s standing in the way of him marrying his girlfriend, Diana, the mother of his child? Then, Jasmine, who was shot in the leg in the 2012 Aurora, Colorado movie theater tragedy, talks to Dr. Phil exclusively. She shares what happened that day, and why she feels like a shell of her former self.
April says her world came crashing down when she discovered her husband, Jeff, had a secret cell phone with racy photographs and text messages from another woman on it. After 15 years of providing fancy cars, expensive vacations and a beautiful home on the river for her family, she says the betrayal cut deeply. Jeff admits to the affair, but says his infidelity is not what ruined their marriage and that their relationship was rocky long before he cheated. He claims April is verbally and physically abusive and emasculates him for not making enough money. Can -- and should -- this marriage be saved? Then, Charnay says after one month of marriage, she learned her husband J-uan cheated and fathered a child with his ex while he was engaged to Charnay. She says she never would've married him had she known the truth, and that their relationship has been deteriorating ever since. J-uan wants to save their marriage, but Charnay wants to know if she should, "run like hell." Dr.
When Gabriel last appeared on Dr. Phil, he said he was at his wits’ end with his mom, Linda, whom he called intrusive, crazy and meddling. Linda admitted that she may have crossed some boundaries but said she was only trying to bring her family closer together. Six months later, mother and son are still at odds. Find out why Linda called the cops on Gabriel, and what Gabriel says is another example of his mom’s crazy behavior. Then, Audrey says her daughter, Nicole's, fiancé, AJ, is immature, selfish and verbally abusive, and she wants the wedding called off. AJ admits he's not perfect but says Audrey should not have control over whom Nicole marries. Does Nicole think that her mom’s concerns are justified — and does she still plan to wed AJ this summer? And, Dr.
Sue says her husband of 12 years, Andy, is verbally abusive and that she’s so scared of him, she remains submissive — including getting drunk and having sex with him — to keep the peace. She says, “If he’s going to kill me, he’s going to kill me. I feel like I’m already dead.” So, why is she worried that Andy will leave her? Andy admits that he can be a bully, loses his temper and calls Sue vile names, but he says the duties of a wife are to have sex, cook and clean — and Sue doesn't carry her weight around the house. After breaking up numerous times, why do they keep reuniting? And, hear from Sue’s two adult children.
Kim says her 22-year-old daughter, Kaitlyn's, persistent emotional meltdowns are causing chaos in the home — and she is fed up. But could Kim be enabling her daughter’s behavior? Kaitlyn’s stepfather, Ross, says he believes his stepdaughter is acting out to get attention. What does Dr. Phil think? Kaitlyn’s stepsister, Lexanne, says she’s getting married in a few months and worries that Kaitlyn could disrupt her big day. How does Kaitlyn explain her emotional outbursts? Then, Alice says her 31-year-old daughter, Jenny, lies so frequently, it's hard to know when she’s telling the truth. Alice says Jenny has lied about a stalker breaking into her house, getting hit by a car — and even faked being blind for six weeks. Now, she says Jenny is claiming to be crippled by a debilitating fear of dirt and germs.
Courtney says her sister is an unfit mother who should not have custody of her child until she cleans up her life.
Karlyn says her family was close, until her mother, Jodi, divorced her father, and kicked her and her brothers, Blake and Jordan, out of the house -- after she says they sided with their dad. Although Jodi lives only five miles away, Karlyn says she has not seen her mother in more than 12 years. Karlyn’s younger sister, Elyssa, tells a different story -- she says that Karlyn is evil and manipulative and is responsible for brainwashing the rest of their family and tearing them apart. Jodi says she’s the real victim and that her children abandoned her.
James and Dawn say after 18 years of marriage, they’ve recently separated, and their family has been in crisis ever since — with their three children, ages 16 to 21, stuck in the middle of the chaos. Despite Dawn’s desire to save their marriage, James says he’s ready for a divorce. He admits to cheating on Dawn with four different women and says he may be in love with one of them. Why did he stray? And, is there any way he would consider saving their marriage? Dawn admits that she has dragged her kids into their relationship drama and even let them see messages from one of James’ mistresses. How does she explain her actions? And, James and Dawn confess that their fights have grown physically violent — in front of their kids.
Jessica believes her 7-year-old daughter is the next big star and admits she’s spent nearly $20,000 in an effort to make that dream a reality — but is she throwing her money away? And, Rhea and Nate say their marriage is on the brink of divorce — all because they can't agree on housework.
Today’s show is filled with 911 calls, stun gun takedowns, rubber bullets, stabbings and people pointing fingers at each other. If you've survived a traumatic experience, don't miss Dr. Phil's tips for moving past a moment of crisis.
Nicole says her boyfriend, Mehdi, is abusive, but she’s not ready to leave him. Mehdi strongly denies Nicole’s accusations and claims she’s the real problem. And, actor Tom Sizemore opens up to Dr. Phil about his explosive relationships and wild past.
Farrah Abraham gained instant fame while starring in the MTV reality shows 16 and Pregnant and Teen Mom, and now she’s back in the headlines for creating a sex tape.
Twenty-seven-year-old Whitney, the oldest of 10 children, says she had the perfect family growing up — but everything changed five years ago, when her father, Scott, left her mother, Melinda, for his current wife, Ashley, who was 19 at the time. Since then, she says her family has been at war: Her parents have been fighting dirty, her siblings have chosen sides, and Scott hasn’t seen his six youngest children in four years. Desperate for peace and reconciliation, Whitney reaches out to Dr. Phil for help. Can this feuding family come to a truce? Scott and Melinda face each other for the first time in five years on Dr. Phil’s stage. Why did Scott leave their marriage — and his kids? And, can Melinda let go of her anger and find forgiveness? Then, Whitney’s brother, Chase, and sister, Lindy, who haven’t seen each other in five years, face off onstage.
Crystal says her former best friend, Megan, is so obsessed with her 8-year-old daughter, Allanah, that she claimed Crystal to be an unfit mother and secretly petitioned the court for joint custody and physical placement -- and won. How could this have happened? Crystal admits CPS has been called on her 21 times, but says all of the claims were dropped -- and she insists that she’s a good mother. Megan says Crystal has a history of instability and often puts her own needs ahead of Allanah’s. She says she considers Allanah her family and feels the little girl is better off with her. After two months in Megan's care, the court granted temporary sole custody back to Crystal -- but with another court date quickly approaching, Crystal is afraid she’ll lose her child again. Who does Dr. Phil think should have custody? Then, when Steve last spoke with Dr.
Karrieann says her 14-year-old daughter has been obsessed with having a baby since she was in the sixth grade and recently started a rumor that she was pregnant — a lie that created so much controversy, she had to change schools. The teen admits that she’s actively trying to get pregnant and has already been with 10 partners. She says she believes that at 14, she’s mature enough to make her own choices and thinks her life would be better if she had a baby. What does Dr. Phil think is really behind the teen's desire to get pregnant? And, can he enlighten her to the reality of young motherhood? Then, Lauren, 36, says she’s afraid her 18-year-old daughter, Kayla, will follow in her footsteps and become a teen mom. Does she have reason for concern? If you’re the parent of a teen, you can’t afford to miss this all-new Dr. Phil.
Twenty-one-year-old Kourtney says she met and fell in love with Dylan online and that they had a four-month relationship, despite never meeting in person. She admits to being so head over heels that she was planning to move to Los Angeles to be with him -- until she received a Facebook message from a woman named Victoria, claiming Dylan was a fake. Victoria says she was also under Dylan’s spell, until she discovered a man named Daniel, who featured the same photos as Dylan on his profile. Victoria says she and her friend Ron began investigating to find out who was really behind Dylan’s profile. That’s when Kourtney says her life turned upside down. She says "Dylan" started harassing her, stalking and threatening her -- and posted intimate photos of her online. Dr. Phil brings the players together in this modern day “whodunit.” Find out why Victoria and Ron think that Daniel and Dylan are the same person.
For nearly two years, Clint and Tracy say they’ve been living in constant fear of their 17-year-old daughter, Callie. They say that when she snaps, she becomes verbally and physically abusive — and they have the shocking video to prove it. The concerned parents say the teen is also abusing drugs and sneaking out of the house at all hours to meet up with older men. Callie denies her parents’ accusations and tells a different story: She claims she’s happy and if there are problems, they’re caused because her parents are overprotective, overbearing and controlling. What does Dr. Phil think? Can he help broker an agreement to bring peace back into this hostile home? Plus, when the show ends, sparks fly backstage between Callie and her parents. Don't miss the dramatic outcome of this all-new Dr.
In 1992, 17-year-old Shawna was working as a grocery store cashier when she found herself in the middle of a robbery. She says Jerrie, 14, held her at gunpoint and demanded the money from her register when the gun went off, destroying her lower jaw. Now 39, Shawna says she’s had more than 100 surgeries, suffered 21 years of public ridicule and haunting nightmares, and is still struggling to move forward. For the first time since the shooting, Shawna and Jerrie come face to face on Dr. Phil’s stage. Released from prison as an adult — is Jerrie remorseful? Why did she do it? And, can Shawna find forgiveness and get the closure she’s seeking? Don’t miss this powerful all-new Dr. Phil.
Julie says for the last two-and-a-half years, she’s been living in fear of her boyfriend, Danny. She claims that Danny is verbally and physically abusive, tries to control her, isolates her from friends and family and monitors her every move. She says even a court order of protection didn’t stop Danny from stalking her at her job, causing her to be fired, and after apologies and promises to change, she took him back. She says she’s terrified of Danny’s angry outbursts and is afraid that one day, he’ll go through with his threat to kill her. Danny completely denies being physically abusive with Julie but admits that he struggles with anger and jealousy, is scared that she will leave him and has “terrible tantrums.” He insists that he loves Julie and says, “The only way we are ever leaving each other is when we both die in our 80s.” Can Dr.
Dr. Phil continues his intervention with Julie and Danny, a couple who say they’re caught in a cycle of abuse. When Danny’s anger reaches a boiling point onstage, Dr. Phil expresses his concern for Julie’s safety: “If he would act this way here, in front of cameras and a studio audience, what is he like behind closed doors?” Can Julie stand up to Danny and end this destructive relationship once and for all? And, how will Danny react to her decision? Don’t miss the dramatic conclusion! Plus, join Dr. Phil’s campaign to End the Silence on Domestic Violence and sign up to become a Silence Breaker.
Alicia Guastaferro first made headlines at 16, when her family was featured in a 2008 episode of Wife Swap, where the then-teen pageant princess was shown being spoiled by her parents, including getting spray tanned by her dad. In August 2012, just shy of her 21st birthday, Alicia was back in the news, when state troopers found her at a highway rest stop, passed out in a running car with a 54-year-old man, whom she told police paid her for sex — a claim she now completely denies. She was arrested and charged with criminal impersonation, possession of a controlled substance and prostitution. The prostitution charge was later dropped, but the media still dubbed her the “Wife Swap Hooker.” Speaking out for the first time, Alicia says she’s not a spoiled brat — or a prostitute — and she wants people to give her a second chance. How does she explain her recent behavior? And why does the former beauty queen say she’s turned to self-medicating with prescription pills? Can Dr.
From the outside, 27-year-old Jennifer says she appeared to be in a happy relationship with George, a former police officer who was 17 years her senior and the father of her three children. But behind closed doors, she says she was hiding a painful secret: She claims George started sexually abusing her when she was 8 years old — while he was dating her mother and acting as Jennifer’s father figure. George is currently serving four-and-a-half years in prison for sexual battery, but Jennifer says many people in her town still refuse to believe her story, including George’s longtime friend, Brian. After Jennifer takes a polygraph test, and the results are revealed, how will Brian react? Plus, if you or someone you know is a victim of abuse, don’t miss Dr. Phil’s advice for how to move forward.
Mary claims her husband, Jesse, is abusive, unfaithful and controlling, and she feels like she’s living in a prison. She says he refuses to let her have a car, cell phone or friends and has not allowed her to leave the house in five months. She says they fight every day, and claims that during one brutal altercation, he punched her and fractured an eye socket, leaving her with a black eye for a month -- a claim he vehemently denies. Jesse says he’s not controlling, he’s just “containing the beast,” and that his wife needs to abide by his rules if she wants to stay married. He says he believes Mary got pregnant to trap him and the only reason he’s still with her is because of their three kids. Jesse says he discovered that Mary had an affair two years ago -- and now wonders if he’s even the father of their children. Mary says the affair was emotional, not sexual, and claims her husband’s treatment of her pushed her to do it.
Debra says she was horrified when she discovered that for eight months, someone had been secretly videotaping her and taking intimate photos of her inside her home — some of which ended up on a pornographic website. She says she felt even more shocked and violated when she learned — through her children — that her husband, Henry, was the peeping Tom. Henry admits to setting up the hidden cameras and collecting the images but insists that he never intended for those images to end up online — so how did it happen, and why did he do it? Hear his explanation to Dr. Phil. Plus, with Debra feeling deeply betrayed and threatening divorce, can this marriage be saved? Then, the couple’s children, 18-year-old Michael and 22-year-old Demi, say their relationship with their father has been severely damaged since they made the shocking discovery. Can Dr.
Five years ago, Andrew and Sarah lost custody of their then 5-year-old son, Drew, to Sarah’s mother, Roberta, while they struggled with alcohol addiction. Roberta says Andrew and Sarah are still unstable and unfit to be full-time parents, and she won’t relinquish custody until they prove they “have grown up.” She claims that Sarah is neglectful and has a history of violence and once choked her while she was driving, landing Sarah in prison for five days on charges of assault, battery and obstruction of justice. Andrew and Sarah admit they’ve made mistakes but say they’ve turned their lives around, and now they want their son back. Dr. Phil sends The Locator’s Troy Dunn to Andrew and Sarah’s home — are they sober now? And, are they capable of providing a safe environment for a child? Dr. Phil delves into the couple’s past and uncovers a painful loss — can he help these troubled parents learn healthier coping strategies and get their lives back on track? Plus, don’t miss Dr.
In 2010, in the midst of a contentious divorce, Leah held her estranged husband and father of her three children, Ed, at gunpoint and fired five shots at close range, leaving bullets lodged in his throat and shoulder. Ed survived the attack, and Leah pleaded guilty to two counts of second-degree felonious assault and one count of third-degree felony abduction and is currently serving four years in prison. Dr. Phil visits Leah in prison in search of answers. What does she say led her to shoot Ed? What role does she say her then-boyfriend, retired police officer, Mark, played? And, tune in Friday for part two of this exclusive interview when Dr.
