Episode 1
Aired Sep 14, 2020
My Sister Is a Cult Leader Who Claims She's Mother God
Chelsea has been writing to Dr. Phil for years because, she says, her sister Amy left the family, started calling herself "Mother God," claims to do surgery with her hands and talk to dead people, and is so far gone, she's already lost to her family.
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Episode 2
Aired Sep 15, 2020
Mother God's Followers and Alleged Victims Face Off
Amy says she is "Mother God" and can heal the world with her group, Love Has Won; sister Chelsea states that Amy is a brainwashed "cult leader" who abandoned her family years ago and is putting other people's lives at risk.
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Episode 3
Aired Sep 16, 2020
The Karen Phenomenon
The term "Karen" and the people to whom it is ascribed: typically white, middle-class, entitled, aggressive or racist women; viral-video subjects get into a heated argument; an anti-mask rally; whether the term is misogynistic.
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Episode 4
Aired Sep 17, 2020
Whatever Happened to the Fat Guy Biking Across America?
Four years ago, Eric was the self-proclaimed "fat guy" weighing in at 560 pounds, and was supposed to bike across America to lose weight; critics said he was a scammer, and he never finished his journey; now, pushing 700 pounds, he blames Dr. Phil.
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Episode 5
Aired Sep 18, 2020
Should Schools Reopen?
Parents, teachers and doctors try to navigate the onslaught of information to keep children safe from COVID-19; some parents desperately seek a return to school, work and normalcy, while others say the risks of in-person classes outweigh the rewards.
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Episode 6
Aired Sep 21, 2020
Help, My Alcoholic Daughter Is Drinking Hand Sanitizer During COVID
Javanna blames her alcoholism on her mother, Tracy, and her traumatic childhood; Tracy says Javanna is out of control and becomes argumentative, violent, and in trouble with the law when she is drunk.
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Episode 7
Aired Sep 22, 2020
Sixteen and Out of Control
Joy says that for the past year, her teen son Andrew has been terrorizing his twin brother and oldest sister with the goal of becoming a famous TikTok prankster; he has been expelled from school twice, and the police now know him by name.
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Episode 8
Aired Sep 23, 2020
Is Jake Sick or Just Lazy?
Jacob, 27, cannot or will not do anything for himself; parents Susan and Randy fear they will have to put off their plans of retirement and selling their home to take care of him for the rest of their lives.
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Episode 9
Aired Sep 24, 2020
Mom Ruined My Sister's Wedding and Our Childhood
Janet's entire family has not been face-to-face for years, but they come together to confront her about their childhoods filled with different moves, men and disappointments, to see if she will take accountability for the damage they say she's done.
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Episode 10
Aired Sep 25, 2020
What White People Need to Know
Black people falsely accused of crimes meet a white journalist who says the Black Lives Matter movement is a terrorist hate group.
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Episode 11
Aired Sep 28, 2020
The Fight Over a Little Boy: Who's Telling the Truth?
Megan says her 5-year-old son's father, Andy, falsely painted her to the judge as an unfit, unstable drug addict, and they have allowed her to see her son only once in the past three months; Andy and his fiancee say Megan's sob story is fabricated.
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Episode 12
Aired Sep 29, 2020
A Father Accused, a Mother Blamed, the Truth Revealed
Dr. Phil continues his conversation with Megan, who says her ex-boyfriend Andy has used the court system to make it impossible for her to be a mother to their 5-year-old son.
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Episode 13
Aired Sep 30, 2020
Burning Questions: From A to Gen Z
Gen Zers have been inundated by tragedies in the news and are living in the middle of a pandemic, worried about online schooling, job freezes, and the rumored threat of a global recession, but still believe they can make an impact through activism.
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Episode 14
Aired Oct 1, 2020
Our 12-Year-Old Daughter Is Breaking Down Our Family!
Jennifer and David say their 12-year-old daughter assaults them, destroys their property, lies about finishing homework, and suddenly leaves in the middle of a family activity; the girl says she has taught her parents not to have any rules at all.
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Episode 15
Aired Oct 2, 2020
Exclusive: Brother Finds Possible Break in Case of Missing Colorado Mom
Suzanne Morphew vanished near her Colorado home on Mother's Day, 2020; her distraught brother tells of finding evidence that may solve her disappearance.
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Episode 16
Aired Oct 5, 2020
My Mom and Sister Are a Violent Mess
Desiree says daughter Adrienne has trashed her house and bullied the family for years; Adrienne says her mother has always put men and alcohol before her children, so she has had to become the protector of the family; sister Erica wants peace.
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Episode 17
Aired Oct 6, 2020
Our Daughter Is Raising Our Grandson in a Filthy Death Trap!
Crystal's parents say her home is such a health hazard that it needs to be burned to the ground, and they are ready to call CPS to protect their 12-year-old grandson; Crystal tells of her extensive childhood trauma.
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Episode 18
Aired Oct 7, 2020
Our Brother Is a Mooch and Our Mother Needs to Cut the Cord
Stacy has allowed her 33-year-old son, Ben, to live with her rent-free for two years, while he lies by the pool and does nothing to contribute around the house; her husband has moved out and refuses to come home until she kicks out his stepson.
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Episode 19
Aired Oct 8, 2020
31 Years Old and Out of Control
Ryan's family brings video evidence to show Dr. Phil the horrifying and embarrassing behaviors that they say they've had to live with for years; Dr. Phil confronts him about his drinking and disrespectful attitude.
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Episode 20
Aired Oct 9, 2020
Beaten, Robbed and Left for Dead: Help Save My Beautiful Daughter From the Streets!
For four years, Shannon has been raising her two young grandchildren while her daughter, Ginger, has been running the streets, drinking, doing drugs, and selling her body for money.
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Episode 21
Aired Oct 12, 2020
The Mystery of Melissa: Why Did She Vanish?
In May 2020, Melissa left her family without warning and flew 2,000 miles across the country; she says she's finally ready to reveal why, and feels only Dr. Phil can help her.
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Episode 22
Aired Oct 13, 2020
A Daughter's Dark Confession: A Family's Reaction
Dr. Phil continues his discusstion with Melissa's parents; Melissa confronts her family and reveals the dark and shocking secret she's been keeping.
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Episode 23
Aired Oct 14, 2020
Christmas Day Shooting: My Ex Tried to Kill Me
Stacy says she is continually haunted by the day she was shot by her ex-boyfriend; Brieanna shares her story of survival after being attacked by her ex-boyfriend; a woman who fatally stabbed her estranged stepfather.
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Episode 24
Aired Oct 15, 2020
Our Daughter Is Pregnant and Addicted to Heroin
Beth says her pregnant stepdaughter, Teresa, has been using heroin for the past 10 years; Teresa's father admits that he enables his daughter's drug habit.
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Episode 25
Aired Oct 16, 2020
Holly Gets Engaged!
Past guest Holly, who was in love with two foreign men she met online, has dumped one and become engaged to the other, but her mother, Linda, says Holly hasn't been the same since her return to the U.S.
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Episode 26
Aired Oct 19, 2020
My 49-Year-Old Dad Is Dating My 23-Year-Old Friend
Joni disapproves of her father having a committed relationship and a baby with a younger woman and shares her dislike for his newfound romance on TikTok.
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Episode 27
Aired Oct 20, 2020
Married 10 Times and Can't Get It Right
Cassey has been married 10 times, and none of the marriages have worked out; at 56, she is 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.
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Episode 28
Aired Oct 21, 2020
Dr. Phil Follow Up
Dr. Phil follows up with some of his favorite guests to see if they were able to turn their lives around after talking with him.
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Episode 29
Aired Oct 22, 2020
Mom vs. Sons: Who Is Bullying Whom?
Twentysomethings JT and Jacob say they'd like to move out of their mom's home and have independent lives, but they feel bullied by her into staying at home and taking care of her; she says they constantly smoke marijuana and disrespect her.
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Episode 30
Aired Oct 23, 2020
Failure of Justice? Brutal Murders, Claims of Wrongful Conviction
Derek and Nancy Haysom were found brutally murdered in 1985; their daughter's boyfriend, German diplomat's son Jens Soering, confessed, then recanted, and went to prison; Dr. Phil gets his first American interview; Dr. Phil hears from Rodney Reed.
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Episode 31
Aired Oct 26, 2020
We Escaped a Cult: Survivors Reunite After 30 Years
Thirty years after an intense police raid shut down The Zion Society, some of its victims tell their stories of surviving the religious cult that sexually abused them as children and controlled their lives.
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Episode 32
Aired Oct 27, 2020
Drinking Alcohol, Cleaning Supplies, Bug Spray: My Twin's Deadly Addiction
Erica is lucky to be alive after 30 hospitalizations and 14 comas from drinking alcohol, cleaning supplies and bug spray, and was recently committed to a psychiatric ward after being found incoherent from drinking hand sanitizer.
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Episode 33
Aired Oct 28, 2020
An Anxious Daughter, an Animal Rescue and a Surprising Reunion
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.
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Episode 34
Aired Oct 29, 2020
Up to 18 Allegations of Sexual Misconduct: Help Me Clear My Name!
Masseur Tarek says he is the victim of false sexual accusations that have destroyed his life and career; one of his reported victims tells her story; Dr. Phil quizzes Tarek on bizarre claims, including a mysterious identical twin and a fake death.
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Episode 35
Aired Oct 30, 2020
A Masseur Facing Allegations of Sexual Assault: Polygraph Results Revealed!
Dr. Phil investigates claims that Tarek sexually assaulted women during massages; human behavior experts analyze his body language to see if there are any clues to whether the accusations are true; a polygraph examiner reveals test results.
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Episode 36
Aired Nov 2, 2020
Gambling Grandma
Tiffany and Walker say their mother, Shari, hits the casino the moment her paycheck drops into her bank account and is nearly $90,000 in debt.
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Episode 37
Aired Nov 3, 2020
My Wife's Daughter Is Ruining Our Marriage
Dustin says his marriage is in trouble, and his 15-year-old stepdaughter, Kyrah, is part of the problem; the girl says she wants out of the house so badly she has run away nine times.
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Episode 38
Aired Nov 4, 2020
From Hollywood to Mental Health Hospital
Cameron, 21, wants to control the anger that has stopped him from doing anything with his life; a psychiatrist performs brain scans to determine if a childhood traumatic brain injury had lasting effects.
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Episode 39
Aired Nov 5, 2020
A Wake-Up Call for the Country
Piers Morgan's book "Wake Up" is about America's divided society; a phone conversation Morgan had with Donald Trump; celebrities who have been "canceled" in 2020; tone-deaf mistakes of the rich and famous; keeping emotional health in check.
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Episode 40
Aired Nov 6, 2020
Cancel Culture
Dr. Phil and guests discuss 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.
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Episode 41
Aired Nov 9, 2020
Sex Abuse Accusations Ruined My Run for Congress and My Relationship With My Daughter
McKinley, 18, says her father, Cory, is a violent, dangerous "psychopath" who physically abused her and her mother and went to jail for two counts of sexual battery of another minor; Cory says his ex-wife brainwashed McKinley with "bogus charges."
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Episode 42
Aired Nov 10, 2020
An Abusive Father or a Delusional Teen? Who Is Telling the Truth?
McKinley, 18, confronts her father, Cory, for being "abusive" throughout her childhood and for being a "pedophile," claims he adamantly denies; Dr. Phil continues to question him about an incident that led to his arrest for sexual battery.
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Episode 43
Aired Nov 11, 2020
From Tech Genius to Unmotivated Mess
Tracy says her son Logan, 30, has gone from a productive computer-science engineer to a shell of a human being over the past year, and she needs Dr. Phil to intervene and find out why his motivation has disappeared and how he can get back on track.
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Episode 44
Aired Nov 12, 2020
Help! My Handicapped Husband Treats Me Like a Slave
Brian was paralyzed from the knees down in a work accident, and his wife says he has stopped trying to live life, damaging his relationships with his family; he says they don't understand what he is going through and he is in too much pain to move.
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Episode 45
Aired Nov 13, 2020
My Dad Believes He's Married to a Woman Named "Maria" He's Never Met!
David says he met a woman named Maria online, and she has an inheritance of $10 million; daughter Shelby says her relationship with him is broken and she wishes he would spend more time with her, rather than chasing a woman who doesn't exist.
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Episode 46
Aired Nov 16, 2020
Is "Maria" Real?
David says that although he has never met his online girlfriend, he has paid $25,000 to their lawyer so she can get her $10 million inheritance; Dr. Phil investigates to find out if she is a real person or if David is part of an online catfish scam.
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Episode 47
Aired Nov 17, 2020
Torn Between Her Heart and Head: Is Anna's Boyfriend Real?
Nino and his fiancée say his mom, Anna, is being scammed by her online boyfriend, Sammie Lee Strong, to whom she has sent more than $120,000.
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Episode 48
Aired Nov 18, 2020
Dr. Phil International Investigation: Where Is "Sammie Lee Strong"?
Dr. Phil continues to search for Anna's online boyfriend and finds the man from the photos, then meets two women who say the man isn't telling the entire truth -- making it a catfish story unlike any Dr. Phil has ever covered.
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Episode 49
Aired Nov 19, 2020
Dr. Phil International Investigation: What Will Anna Decide?
A woman who is a catfish victim herself explains to Anna that she has two choices: walk away now or lose everything she has; an update from a past guest and fan favorite who can relate to this situation all too well.
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Episode 50
Aired Nov 20, 2020
After the 2020 Election: Families Divided
The contentious 2020 presidential election has shown that there's a clear divide in America; families face the dilemma of how not to argue with their own spouses, children and parents about politics; guests are families who argue over Donald Trump.
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Episode 51
Aired Nov 23, 2020
TeenRager
A widow and her two older daughters ask for help with 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.
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Episode 52
Aired Nov 24, 2020
I Blame My Brother for Putting Me in Jail for 24 Years!
Patricia says her brother Ishmael provided false testimony that helped convict her of a murder she didn't commit, while he says authorities twisted his words; emotions get heated as the siblings face each other for the first time in over two decades.
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Episode 53
Aired Nov 25, 2020
A Brother and Sister Face Off
Patricia says her brother Ishmael lied in court, which led to her conviction of a murder she didn't commit; her grandson, Suge Knight Jr., son of former Death Row Records CEO Suge Knight, stands by her and makes a plea for prison reform.
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Episode 54
Aired Nov 27, 2020
Missing TV Producer: Where Is Terrence Woods?
When a successful TV producer mysteriously disappears in the Idaho wilderness, his friends and family are left with nothing but questions.
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Episode 55
Aired Nov 30, 2020
My Rapper Son Needs a Reality Check
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 behavior; a mystery celebrity from the rap world appears and makes Noah an offer he can't refuse.
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Episode 56
Aired Dec 1, 2020
Daughter Searches for Missing Mom
Ellie says her father initially told her that her mother died in a mental institution, then changed his story, so Ellie is determined to solve her mysterious disappearance.
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Episode 57
Aired Dec 2, 2020
My Son Was 5 Years Old and Stabbed 3 Family Members: Now I'm a Hostage in My Home!
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.
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Episode 58
Aired Dec 3, 2020
Grandma vs. Mom: Give Me Back My Daughter
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.
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Episode 59
Aired Dec 4, 2020
Drugs and Lies, a Mother Accused: Can She Get Her Daughter Back?
Becky reveals why it's not just 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.
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Episode 60
Aired Dec 7, 2020
My Son Was Caught in a Sex Sting
Women who believe their sons were entrapped in sex stings by law enforcement.
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Episode 61
Aired Dec 8, 2020
COVID Debt & Controlling Husband: Should We Divorce?
A woman who believes her already-rocky marriage has become worse due to increased debt and her husband's controlling ways.
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Episode 62
Aired Dec 9, 2020
Daytime Exclusive: Held Hostage and Her Husband Executed: A Wife's Story of Survival
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.
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Episode 63
Aired Dec 10, 2020
My Sister Went From a Master's in Geology to a Major Meltdown
A woman claims her sister has threatened to kill her multiple times, burn their parents' house and is unstable, yet she still gets financial support from their mother.
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Episode 64
Aired Dec 11, 2020
Mom Rage in the COVID Pandemic
Mothers who say they feel tired, stressed and angry because of the pressures of raising children and earning money during a pandemic.
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Episode 65
Aired Dec 14, 2020
Destruction of a Young Lady?
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 judgment.
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Episode 66
Aired Dec 15, 2020
OCD Interrupted: Diary of a Digital Addict
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.
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Episode 67
Aired Dec 16, 2020
My Husband Blames Me for His Drug Use
Food-truck owner Danny struggles with a meth addiction and relapsed last year after 12 years of sobriety; he says wife Alisa and the stress she brings him caused his relapse and are triggers that force him to use.
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Episode 68
Aired Dec 17, 2020
Ask Dr. Phil
2020 has been a tough, sad and challenging year; before greeting New Year 2021, viewers get a chance to ask Dr. Phil their burning questions; Dr. Phil's wife Robin's secret to staying connected to loved ones during the pandemic.
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Episode 69
Aired Dec 18, 2020
Neighborhood Prankster or Menace to Society?
With over 1 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.
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Episode 70
Aired Jan 4, 2021
Exclusive: 16 and Charged With Murder: Parents Claim She Is the Victim
Zephaniah Trevino, 17, faces capital murder and aggravated robbery charges for a fatal robbery at a Texas apartment complex; her parents say she was being sex trafficked by the man who pulled the trigger, Philip Baldenegro.
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Episode 71
Aired Jan 5, 2021
Save My Lazy Grandson Before I Make Him Homeless!
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.
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Episode 72
Aired Jan 6, 2021
Help! Do I Choose My Fiancé or My Son?!
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.
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Episode 73
Aired Jan 7, 2021
New Year ... New You
Danielle wants to lose weight, but it's difficult because she must work remotely from home; Chaz, 17, wants to create prank videos for social media instead of going to college; Nataliya, a divorced mom, wants to find love.
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Episode 74
Aired Jan 11, 2021
Is My 2-Year Marriage to My Nigerian Husband a Complete Sham?
Sherry, 50, says she has spent thousands of dollars for visa applications and living expenses for her 37-year-old Nigerian "husband," David, but all she has after two years is a pile of excuses and suspicions that he may be love-scamming her.
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Episode 75
Aired Jan 12, 2021
Will Sherry Stay With Her Nigerian Husband?
Dr. Phil's team visits Nigeria and investigates whether Sherry's marriage certificate is real or fake, like David's last visa attempt; Dr. Phil speaks to an immigration attorney who gives his take on David's visa issues.
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Episode 76
Aired Jan 13, 2021
How Do I Raise a Child That Is a Monster?
Anna feels that her adopted 11-year-old son is a monster who is only getting bigger and stronger, and she's terrified for the other children living in her home.
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Episode 77
Aired Jan 14, 2021
My Ex-Husband Believes He's Being Tortured Electromagnetically
Bryan says he believes "They" can turn any electrical device, from a ceiling fan or car radio to his refrigerator, against him and use it as a torture device, and his ex-wife says he spends his days combating his "nonstop torment."
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Episode 78
Aired Jan 18, 2021
My Hoarder Father Refuses to Clean Out Our Junk-Filled, Bug-Infested Home!
Laurie says her dad, John, has every room in the house piled to the ceiling with "junk," and the downstairs is infested with bed bugs; Dr. Phil learns that hoarding is only the surface level of the toxicity in this home.
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Episode 79
Aired Jan 19, 2021
17, Violent and Headed to a Group Home
Tanya says her 17-year-old son has explosive anger, is out of control and addicted to video games -- and his younger brother is now mimicking his behavior; the teen says he blacks out and can't control his outbursts until it's too late.
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Episode 80
Aired Jan 20, 2021
Mom Made Our Lives a Living Hell
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.
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Episode 81
Aired Jan 21, 2021
My Family Is Sabotaging My Life and My Inheritance
Natalie says she was wrongfully arrested and charged with crimes of elder abuse and battery, and her mom and sister are the ones to blame; sister Pascale, mother Mimi and client Harry tell a different story.
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Episode 82
Aired Jan 25, 2021
My Con Artist Son Has Drained My 401(k)
Kim wants to save her son Donnie from his opioid addiction and from conning his way through life, saying her ex-husband is killing him by enabling him; Donnie admits he is a con artist and says he can get money from anyone, especially his father.
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Episode 83
Aired Jan 26, 2021
Marrying Millions: He's 62, She's 23
Bill, 62, and girlfriend Bri, 23 (Lifetime's "Marrying Millions"), say they come from different worlds and are at different stages of their lives; they take Dr. Phil's "Relationship Health Profile Test"; Dr. Phil speaks with fans from across the U.S.
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Episode 84
Aired Jan 27, 2021
I Believe I'm Engaged to Bret Michaels and Texting Daily With Nikki Sixx
Vivian says her friend Tina is being catfished by someone pretending to be rock stars Nikki Sixx and Bret Michaels; the real Nikki Sixx surprises Tina face-to-face, and she receives a video message from Bret Michaels.
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Episode 85
Aired Jan 28, 2021
Help! I've Lost Control of My 16-Year-Old Daughter, Who Spent 38 Days in Juvenile Hall
Kim says daughter Kimberly has threatened her life, physically attacked her, stolen and crashed her truck, used illegal drugs, talked to older men online, tried to burn down the house, and made plans to shoot Kim and her husband in their sleep.
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Episode 86
Aired Jan 29, 2021
Party Girl Cassidy Returns: Her Mother's Final Ultimatum
Melinda returns to the show and says daughter Cassidy's behavior has worsened; Cassidy, 20, insists that her mother's inability to be a real parent is the root of their problems; Melinda makes a surprising confession; Dr. Phil investigates a scam.
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Episode 87
Aired Feb 1, 2021
50+ Fears and No Life
Cassie says she lives in constant fear that something may cause her to die and she spends most of her restless nights researching her ailments on the internet; fiancé Joe says her issues have had a definite impact on their relationship.
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Episode 88
Aired Feb 2, 2021
Parents' Worst Nightmare: Baby Sitter Accused of Murder
A babysitter's reported internet searches and injuries that doctors say don't support an accidental death lead police to charge her with the murder of a 2-year-old girl; in an exclusive interview, the parents speak out.
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Episode 89
Aired Feb 3, 2021
Drew Barrymore: Drew or False?
Drew Barrymore ("The Drew Barrymore Show") confirms or denies several big rumors; life coach Mike Bayer confronts 28-year-old Devan, who spends his days smoking marijuana and playing video games.
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Episode 90
Aired Feb 4, 2021
My Husband Is Accused of Plotting to Kill Me
Theresa says she thought she had the perfect marriage until police arrested her husband and accused him of plotting to kill her with an overdose of fentanyl, and she realized he was leading a double life.
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Episode 91
Aired Feb 5, 2021
My Husband Is Accused of Plotting to Kill Me: His Mistress Speaks
After Theresa discovered that her husband had been accused of plotting to overdose her with fentanyl, she was shocked to learn he also had a secret fiancée while he was still married to her; the other woman speaks out.
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Episode 92
Aired Feb 8, 2021
Triplet Sisters or Boyfriend: Who Will Lindsay Choose?
Kelly and Jessica say they're concerned for sister Lindsay's well-being after they discovered her boyfriend Brandon's bizarre double life and constant lies, and they want him out of her life.
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Episode 93
Aired Feb 9, 2021
Cheating and Secret Affairs: Will Lindsay Leave Brandon?
Kelly and Jessica tell their sister, Lindsay, and her boyfriend, Brandon, how they feel; Brandon reveals details about his head injuries while serving in the Marines; Dr. Phil refers him to a brain disorder specialist.
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Episode 94
Aired Feb 10, 2021
My Wife's Alcoholism Made International News
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.
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Episode 95
Aired Feb 11, 2021
Exclusive Police Footage Revealed: What Really Happened to JoLynn?
Keith and JoLynn get the chance to talk to the Alameda Police Department about their accusations of wrongdoing; Dr. Phil discusses these accusations with Sgt. Ray Kelly, who shares body cam footage.
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Episode 96
Aired Feb 12, 2021
America's Oldest Moocher?
Terri claims her 68-year-old sister, Denise, is mooching off their aging parents and pawning their possessions; the parents plead with Denise to stand on her own two feet so they can retire in peace.
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Episode 97
Aired Feb 15, 2021
My Daughter Needs to Leave Her Horrible Fiancé!
Anna Lisa says her daughter Amanda's fiancé, Alexis, is abusive, encourages her to use drugs and cheats on her; Alexis says their children have been placed with Anna Lisa on the grounds of "neglectful supervision" only because Anna Lisa hates him.
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Episode 98
Aired Feb 16, 2021
Accusations of Drugs, Abuse and Child Neglect: Will Amanda and Alexis Stay Together?
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.
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Episode 99
Aired Feb 17, 2021
Dr. Phil and Dr. Oz Fight Fraudsters!
Dr. Phil teams up with Dr. Mehmet Oz ("The Dr. Oz Show") to fight internet fraudsters who have stolen their names and likenesses to endorse CBD products; a retired FBI agent offers advice on avoiding scams and what victims should do.
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Episode 100
Aired Feb 18, 2021
My Violent Teen's Meltdown
Victoria says her 18-year-old daughter, Jessica, physically attacked her on multiple occasions and damaged her home in a Thanksgiving Day family throw down; she's afraid her daughter is going to end up homeless, in jail, or dead, without help.
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Episode 101
Aired Feb 19, 2021
Playing Cop ... or Just Doing His Job?
Funeral escort Jeremy says he's being falsely accused of impersonating a police officer, and if convicted, could face up to 85 years in prison; Dr. Phil takes a closer look into components of his business, including his motorcycle, uniform and badge.
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Episode 102
Aired Feb 22, 2021
Polygraph Results Revealed: Is Jeremy Telling the Truth?
Dr. Phil continues his conversation with Jeremy, a funeral escort who is being accused of impersonating a police officer and could face up to 85 years in prison.
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Episode 103
Aired Feb 23, 2021
Aspiring MMA Fighter: Social Media Obsessed or Victim?
Trap, an aspiring MMA fighter who uses social media to advance his career, says he's the victim of internet trolling; his former trainer says Trap lives in a fantasy world, while his wife says their children are being threatened.
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Episode 104
Aired Feb 24, 2021
My Wife Is Punishing Me for an Affair I Swear Never Happened
Ronnie says his wife, Kim, is punishing him for an affair he never had; Kim insists she has irrefutable proof that Ronnie has been unfaithful.
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Episode 105
Aired Feb 25, 2021
Ronnie's Flirting, Kim's Jealousy: Can This Marriage Be Saved?
Dr. Phil continues his conversation with Ronnie and Ronnie's wife, Kim; Kim is adamant that Ronnie has been unfaithful.
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Episode 106
Aired Feb 26, 2021
Dr. Phil Down Under: Poisoned in Our Own Home?
Amy and Emily say that their mother and stepfather believe they are being poisoned by a neighbor; their mother claims her house is engulfed with toxic fumes and is completely unlivable.
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Episode 107
Aired Mar 1, 2021
Celebrity TV Doctor Warns Parents After Son's Quarantine Overdose
TV relationship doctor Laura Berman has a warning for parents after finding her 16-year-old son, Sam, dead of a drug overdose; she and her husband suspect the teen unknowingly ordered a pill laced with a deadly drug off a "drug menu" on social media.
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Episode 108
Aired Mar 2, 2021
Toxic Love
Heather says she doesn't think Collin is abusive, although she admits that he has put his hands on her, ripped her clothing, and bitten her face; Collin says he isn't in love with Heather like he used to be, but they want the relationship to work.
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Episode 109
Aired Mar 3, 2021
Toxic Love: Will Heather Leave Collin?
Jennifer fears for her friend Heather's life, saying she's in a terribly abusive relationship but refuses to see how bad things are; Heather says she doesn't believe her boyfriend, Collin, is "that bad" and doesn't think what he does is actual abuse.
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Episode 110
Aired Mar 4, 2021
How Do I Parent My Jekyll-and-Hyde Daughter?
Heather says that one minute her 15-year-old daughter, Marissa, is an aspiring cardiologist with top grades, and the next, she's a pot-smoking car thief who admits to stealing her mom's vehicle nine times.
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Episode 111
Aired Mar 8, 2021
It's Time to Let My Husband Peacefully Pass Away
Maegan's husband, Josh, has been in a "persistent vegetative state" for the last two years, and she says it's time to let him go and pass peacefully; mother-in-law Kelly completely disagrees and says Maegan is exploiting him on social media.
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Episode 112
Aired Mar 9, 2021
The Bakersfield 3: The Gruesome Discoveries 2 Years Later
A man is murdered and two of his friends disappear within weeks of each other in Bakersfield, Calif.; their mothers team up to search for answers, a heartbreaking discovery is discussed, and criminal charges are made.
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Episode 113
Aired Mar 10, 2021
The Bakersfield 3: Moms Confront Their Own Demons
The mothers of the Bakersfield 3 sit down with Dr. Phil to discuss their traumatic losses: the murders of Micah Holsonbake and James Kulstad and the twist in the case of still-missing Baylee Despot.
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Episode 114
Aired Mar 12, 2021
Flirts, Teases, & Women Who Hate Women
The doctor gives self-help advice and strategies for a healthy life.
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Episode 114
Aired Mar 15, 2021
From College Athlete to Homeless and Addicted
Chonte says all of her son Ira's basketball dreams were destroyed once he was introduced to partying and drugs on a college campus, and now he is walking the streets of Los Angeles homeless and using Fentanyl on a daily basis.
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Episode 115
Aired Mar 16, 2021
My Mother Believes She's Being Tracked by a Secret "Hookup" App!
Nancy thinks her ex-boyfriend is in cahoots with her co-workers to hack her phone and create fake profiles for her on a secret app; she feels in danger because, wherever she goes, she sees people tracking her location.
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Episode 116
Aired Mar 17, 2021
Belligerent and Blacked Out but Not a Drop to Drink
Hal has a rare condition in which his body makes him legally intoxicated without actually drinking alcohol: one moment he can be stone-cold sober, then belligerently "drunk," stumbling and very combative; Ray and Sierra are in the same situation.
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Episode 117
Aired Mar 23, 2021
The Police Chief, His Wife, and His 6 Girlfriends: The Exclusive Interview
Former Texas police chief Jason Collier admits to cheating or having inappropriate relationships with several girlfriends, all while married to and living with his wife; he comes clean to Dr. Phil about his web of lies.
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Episode 118
Aired Mar 24, 2021
Exclusive: Texas Police Chief Leading Secret Triple Life Speaks
The women police chief Jason Collier dated discovered that he was a married man lying to his wife and multiple girlfriends; he answers accusations made by the woman who outed what she called his "triple" life.
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Episode 119
Aired Mar 25, 2021
Life After Death: Lethal Surgeon Sentenced to Prison
Dr. Christopher Duntsch is sentenced to life in prison due to gross malpractice in harming his patients; in three years, he reportedly maimed 33 patients and killed two while working at hospitals; a former FBI criminal profiler; Dr. Terry Dubrow.
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Episode 120
Aired Mar 29, 2021
Help! My Brother Would Rather Be Homeless Than Get a Job
Mia and Kiki say their 30-year-old brother, Forrest, is jobless and won't pay his bills; Forrest says his family doesn't understand how hard it is for him due to his mental disorder.
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Episode 121
Aired Mar 30, 2021
Beautiful, Rebellious and Always Running Away
Jennifer says her 15-year-old daughter, Marie, is completely out of control; she fears Marie's actions will lead to her living on the streets.
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Episode 122
Aired Mar 31, 2021
Will He Remarry His Russian Bride?
After a breakup during the pandemic, Mark Anthony wants to get back together with his Russian bride, Marina, but she isn't so sure.
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Episode 123
Aired Apr 1, 2021
My Brother Is Delusional and Believes in Conspiracy Theories
Stephanie claims her brother Brandon's conspiracy theories have taken over his life and are tearing their family apart; She also says he talks in riddles and barely leaves his home.
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Episode 124
Aired Apr 2, 2021
Dr. Phil's 3000th Show -- With Bonus Footage!
After 17 seasons and nearly 20,000 guests, Dr. Phil celebrates his 3,000th episode; how some of Dr. Phil's most memorable guests are doing now.
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Episode 125
Aired Apr 5, 2021
Where Are They Now? You Asked, We Answer!
Past guests: Ryan used to terrorize his family with out-of-control rages, and now he says he's made amazing progress -- but his sister says otherwise; Heather used to defend her abusive boyfriend, Collin, and Dr. Phil recommended she leave him.
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Episode 126
Aired Apr 6, 2021
My Mom Is in Love With a Man Who Doesn't Exist
Mindy says she is sure her mother, Karen, is being catfished by "Thomas," a man she has never seen, who claims to be on an oil rig and stuck in the Gulf of Mexico; what happens when Dr. Phil provides her with evidence that she is being scammed.
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Episode 127
Aired Apr 7, 2021
Karen's Catfish: Will She Believe the Truth?
Dr. Phil introduces Karen to other people "Thomas" has catfished; an infectious disease expert answers questions about getting the COVID-19 vaccine.
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Episode 128
Aired Apr 8, 2021
My Dad Can't Stand My Ex-Boyfriend
Jen and her baby daddy, Chris, have a toxic relationship; Chris insists he's changed his life and wants to prove to Jen and her father, Steve, that he's the man she deserves; they all sit down together for the first time in almost a year.
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Episode 129
Aired Apr 9, 2021
Update: Dr. Phil Saved My Alcoholic Wife's Life; and Dr. Phil Gave Me a Second Chance
JoLynn, who was arrested for public intoxication, and husband Keith return to the show with an update; associate producer Lindy Foust thanks Dr. Phil for giving her a second chance after her addictions adversely affected her job performance.
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Episode 130
Aired Apr 12, 2021
Vanished: Where Is Maya?
Maya Millete's family members say she was in a volatile marriage and days away from meeting with a divorce attorney when she vanished, and her husband isn't helping to search for her; a friend says he saw a freshly repaired hole in the bedroom door.
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Episode 131
Aired Apr 13, 2021
Help! Our Home Is One Big Storage Unit!
Jodee says her husband, Charlie, has a hoarding problem; he says he's a collector of sports and camping gear and musical instruments; additionally, she inherited her mother's house and all of her belongings; what Robin has planned for this family.
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Episode 132
Aired Apr 14, 2021
I'm Afraid My Phobia and OCD Will Ruin My Wedding!
For 17 years, Jamie has dealt with OCD, panic attacks and the fear of throwing up; she is afraid to leave the house and can't hold down a job; her fiancé says her phobia has caused tension in their relationship and hopes she can walk down the aisle.
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Episode 133
Aired Apr 15, 2021
Threatened by My Second-Grader
Faren says her 7-year-old son Michael's loud, violent, all-day tantrums are the main event in her home, and she and her boyfriend can't take it anymore; Michael's father says his son is well-behaved at his home, and it's Faren who antagonizes him.
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Episode 134
Aired Apr 16, 2021
I'm Addicted to Vaping!
Carissa vapes constantly and doesn't want to believe that it could be dangerous; 20-year-old Damion's parents say he's lazy, entitled and spends most of his time in his room vaping and dreaming of being a social media influencer and R&B star.
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Episode 135
Aired Apr 19, 2021
Help! My Mom's an Empty Mess-Ter!
Jackie emailed Dr. Phil more than 660 times because her house is so cluttered she can't see the floor, and it is ruining her relationships with her daughter and everyone else; Shayla says her mom kicked her out of the house and won't discuss why.
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Episode 136
Aired Apr 20, 2021
My Wife Claims She Is Being Mind Controlled
Rachel says she's a victim of sexual abuse, human trafficking and mind control and is being triggered, controlled and violated; her husband, Ben, says he believes her story completely and wants her to be free from these triggers ruling their lives.
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Episode 137
Aired Apr 21, 2021
Traumatic Past and Odd Behavior: Is My Cousin Having a Breakdown?
Family members say Bonnie has manic episodes and is in the midst of a mental breakdown; she says they need to understand that she is handling her traumatic past of abuse, sexual assault and involvement in the adult entertainment industry with drugs.
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Episode 138
Aired Apr 22, 2021
My Twin Sister Thinks She Is Etta James Reincarnated!
Tamera says singer Etta James entered her body soon after her death and she is now ready to restart her music career and show the world that Etta James is back; Bishop T.D. Jakes (book "Don't Drop the Mic: The Power of Words Can Change the World").
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Episode 139
Aired Apr 23, 2021
Violence, Arrests, School Drop Out and Drugs: My Grandson Needs Help!
Dakota, 17, hangs out with wannabe gang members, drug addicts and troublemakers; his grandmother, Catherine, says she can't use tough love with him because she holds guilt from his father's suicide.
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Episode 140
Aired Apr 26, 2021
My Narcissistic Drama Queen Teen Is Dead to Me
Jim says after he kicked out his 24/7 livestreaming daughter Mya, one of the most hated women on the internet, for her insults and degrading language, he learned she has been slandering his name, claiming he was abusive, and he wants to clear it.
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Episode 141
Aired Apr 27, 2021
Something Is Seriously Wrong With My Mother
Sara says mom Chris' mental health has declined to a worrying extent in the past year, but Chris says it's just a huge misunderstanding and she is not mentally compromised in any way; Dr. Phil offers her a resource to determine her brain health.
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Episode 142
Aired Apr 28, 2021
"90210" Star AnnaLynne McCord Reveals Dissociative Identity Disorder Diagnosis
AnnaLynne McCord ("90210," "Nip/Tuck") shares her diagnosis of dissociative identity disorder, reveals what it was like living with multiple personalities, and is determined to help destigmatize mental illness.
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Episode 143
Aired Apr 29, 2021
My 3-Month-Old Grandson Was Murdered; Who Is to Blame?
The circumstances of Elke and Steven's 3-month-old son Lucas' death are a mystery; Steven is under investigation, while his mother, Melissa, suspects Elke is responsible for her grandson's death.
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Episode 144
Aired Apr 30, 2021
Who Killed Baby Lucas?
Parents Elke and Steven hear from a world-renowned expert regarding traumatic brain injuries and abuse in children; what Dr. Phil learns about the possible timing and cause of Lucas' death.
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Episode 145
Aired May 3, 2021
Our Mom Lived Without Heat and Water ... for Online Scammers!
Sisters say their mom, Gail, is currently being scammed by her online boyfriend, "Matt Hurley," and was living without running water and heat so she could send money to him; how much money Gail has really sent and how much she really knows about him.
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Episode 146
Aired May 4, 2021
Dr. Phil Goes Global: Where Is "Matt Hurley"?
Gail has lost everything due to an online romance scam with a man who says he is stuck in Warri, Nigeria, and can't afford a plane ticket to the U.S.; Dr. Phil sends a producer to that location; the man in "Matt Hurley's" photos speaks to Gail.
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Episode 147
Aired May 5, 2021
Our 11-Year-Old Is Starving Herself to Death
Hannah, 11, has had an eating disorder since she was 9, when she started spiraling out-of-control, lying to hide food, having violent outbursts, compulsively exercising, and needing to be force-fed with a feeding tube.
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Episode 148
Aired May 6, 2021
Help! I'm Engaged to a Womanizing, Love-Bombing Psychopath!
Jennifer is engaged for the fourth time to Steven, who she says is an abusive, womanizing, sex-addicted psychopath, and she can't ever seem to fully walk away; she wants Dr. Phil to help her figure out if she should marry him or leave him.
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Episode 149
Aired May 7, 2021
Where Is Baby James?
James' family say they haven't seen the toddler since Thanksgiving, and his mother, D'Lanny, gave them a string of weak excuses when they asked where he was; when one relative went into D'Lanny's home to search for him, what she found horrified her.
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Episode 150
Aired May 10, 2021
I Won't Accept My Son as a Woman
Angela disagrees with her adult offspring's lifestyle and gender identity, saying Jaybies is disrespectful and a bad influence on her 16-year-old daughter.
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Episode 151
Aired May 11, 2021
My Husband Rages
Despite Natasha's eight-year marriage with husband Brenden being full of fights, screaming, threats, name-calling and pushes to the face, she still stays by his side; Brenden gets tested to see if he has something medically wrong with his brain.
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Episode 152
Aired May 12, 2021
My Mom Is Dying From Cancer and Killing Herself With Alcohol
Alexa says she's tired of watching her mother, Jen, make terrible life choices; Jen admits that she is an alcoholic and that she hasn't been 100 percent truthful with Alexa, but says she just wants to restart her life.
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Episode 153
Aired May 13, 2021
I Want to Help the Woman Who Duped Me
Singer Michele Pillar says she was approached by someone who claimed to be a Hollywood actress who later overdosed on drugs and died in the hospital; Dr. Phil speaks to a mother who sheds some light on the truth; a brain expert offers his expertise.
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Episode 153
Aired May 13, 2021
Terrorized by My Teenager
Venessa says her 14-year-old son is extremely aggressive and out of control; she says his violent behavior has been escalating since his father died by suicide; singer Michele Pillar on her book "Untangled: The Truth Will Set You Free."
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Episode 154
Aired May 14, 2021
My Mom Is No Mother Teresa
Kiara doesn't think she can forget or forgive the horrible things her mom, Teresa, has said; Teresa says both of her children have resented her for years for her strict parenting growing up, and they are ungrateful and treat her like a dog.
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Episode 155
Aired May 17, 2021
Social Media Outcast: The Organizer of TanaCon Speaks Out
In 2018, Michael organized social media convention TanaCon to connect online content creators with fans, but it was forced to shut down early; since then, he says he has received nothing but backlash, humiliation and death threats online.
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Episode 156
Aired May 18, 2021
More Allegations Against TanaCon Organizer Michael: How Will He Respond?
Dr. Phil continues his conversation with Michael, an entrepreneur, social media manager, and organizer of the failed social media convention TanaCon; one of Michael's former clients and a past roommate make more claims against him.
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Episode 157
Aired May 19, 2021
$10,000 and Counting: My Sister's "Hypochondria" Is Ruining Her Life
Family members and friends say Alexandra has been dealing with severe "hypochondria" since she was a child; she says she is $10,000 in medical debt; Dr. Phil takes a look beneath the surface of her decade-long struggle.
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Episode 158
Aired May 20, 2021
Accusations of Abuse and Tampering With a Corpse: What Happened to "Mother God"?
Amy Carlson, also known as "Mother God," the leader of the religious group Love Has Won, is discovered dead inside a Colorado home, and seven apparent members of Love Has Won are arrested on charges of abuse of a corpse and child abuse.
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Episode 159
Aired May 21, 2021
Addicted to Enabling My Alcoholic Daughter
Debbie admits to enabling her 48-year-old alcohol-dependent daughter, Malissa, who she says has been to rehab four times, can't hold a job, wrecked her car, and is being evicted from her apartment; Debbie's husband, Layne, has had enough.
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Episode 160
Aired May 21, 2021
The doctor gives self-help advice and strategies for a healthy life.
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Episode 160
Aired May 24, 2021
Running on Empty: A Broken Family
Arielle says she has struggled with a decade-long addiction to heroin; her parents say they've done all they can to keep her safe; what Arielle's teen siblings say about how her addiction has affected them.
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Episode 161
Aired May 25, 2021
Running on Empty: A Broken Family
Arielle used heroin for over a decade and left her family broken --- and the family say they all have anger built up from the years of chaos in the home; she says there is a secret regarding her true identity.
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Episode 162
Aired May 26, 2021
Secrets, Addictions and Lies: Can This Family Heal?
Arielle and her family have been struggling to cope with her drug addiction for 10 years and they all have issues with one another.
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Episode 163
Aired May 27, 2021
My Perfect Husband's Secret Life Exposed
Brittanie says her perfect marriage fell apart when her husband, the father of her kids, was convicted of multiple sexual crimes and a teenage girl told her about their secret affair; Kristin, who worried her 15-year-old son was a pedophile, returns.
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Episode 164
Aired May 31, 2021
Inmate on Death Row: Review of the Evidence
Rob Will was 22 when he was convicted of capital murder 19 years ago for killing a sheriff's deputy, but he denies he pulled the trigger and says the state of Texas has the wrong guy sitting on death row.
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Episode 165
Aired Sep 6, 2021
On Trial for Being Male
The idea of straight men being the new minority; political commentator Tomi Lahren; a man who says he was falsely accused of rape; academics with polarizing opinions; a man who says he got tired of dealing with women, so he decided to date men.
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Episode 165
Aired May 28, 2021
The doctor gives self-help advice and strategies for a healthy life.
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Episode 166
Aired May 28, 2021
The doctor gives self-help advice and strategies for a healthy life.
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Episode 166
Aired Sep 7, 2021
A Former Beauty Queen Sex Trafficked?
Jill says she was an international beauty queen, but after her divorce, something sinister began happening to her; her son says she just walked out the door one day seven years ago and never came back, and he desperately wants to reunite with her.
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Episode 167
Aired Sep 8, 2021
Dr. Phil Is Making House Calls
A teen refuses to speak to her dad for five years; a family is devastated by the death of a son; boys turn in their dad for being narrow-minded; a family-owned business is thrown into chaos.
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Episode 168
Aired Sep 9, 2021
My "Good" Daughter Is Now Bad
Maria has spent the past 20 years overwhelmed by raising her older daughter, who has borderline personality disorder, and now her 16-year-old younger daughter, who was always well-behaved, is acting out; the girl says she is tired of raising herself.
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Episode 169
Aired Sep 10, 2021
Last Call for My Former "Party Animal" Mom!
Janie, 45, says challenges in her life have contributed to her alcohol addiction, and doctors have told her she doesn't have long to live; family members are desperate for her to stop drinking and get her life back on track.
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