The BEST episodes of Dr. Phil season 14

#1 - Badmouthing, Bruises and a Bitter Custody Battle: What Does the Neighbor Say?

Season 14 - Episode 41 - Aired 11/9/2015

Linda's neighbor Sandra is in the middle of a bitter custody battle with her ex-husband, Joey, and Linda says she’s tired of watching their two daughters get caught in the middle — and she wrote into Dr. Phil for help! Sandra claims her daughters tell her concerning things after visiting with Joey. Sandra even says that she suspects that Joey may have "poisoned their ice cream," touched them inappropriately and even, according to Sandra, put one child in a garbage bag, filled it with rocks and left her in a bathtub with the water running, and Sandra claims she fears for their lives. Joey unequivocally denies Sandra’s accusations and is adamant that he’s been nothing but a good dad. Linda says Sandra is constantly telling her stories about Joey, and she’s still not sure who to believe. Tune in as Dr. Phil tries to get to the bottom of these accusations. Will polygraph tests help determine who’s telling the truth? This program contains strong sexual content. Viewer discretion advised.

#2 - A Custody Confrontation as Sandra Storms Off: Will She Return?

Season 14 - Episode 162 - Aired 5/24/2016

#3 - The Disappearance of Christina Morris: A Mother’s Obsession with Finding Her Daughter Is Destroying Her Marriage

Season 14 - Episode 121 - Aired 3/22/2016

Jonni’s 23-year-old daughter, Christina Morris, disappeared almost two years ago, after a night out with friends. She was last seen on surveillance video walking into a parking garage with an acquaintance, Enrique Arochi. Just three minutes later, Enrique was seen on that same camera leaving the parking garage alone in his car. Christina has not been seen or heard from since. While Enrique has denied any involvement in Christina’s disappearance, he was arrested in December 2014 and charged with aggravated kidnapping, after authorities say Christina’s DNA was found in the trunk of his car. Jonni says she has become obsessed with finding her daughter, and it’s destroying her marriage. Jonni says she left her husband, Ronnie, behind and moved from Oklahoma to Texas for eight months to search for her daughter. She says her husband realized her only focus is on finding her daughter, not him or her stepchildren. Jonni says she searched every day for 10-12 hours for her daughter and wanted her husband there with her -- but Ronnie says he works 40-60 hours a week and can’t spend all his time trekking through the woods looking for Christina. But Jonni says she will not stop searching until Christina is found. Can Dr. Phil help this couple get their marriage back on track? And, what happened to Christina? Jonni says she has even gotten on her hands and knees and begged Enrique’s father to talk to his son and have him tell her where her daughter is. Plus, an update on the disappearance of Dylan Redwine, who vanished without a trace almost three years ago. The La Plata County Sheriff’s office named a person of interest in August 2015. Find out who that is. His mother, Elaine, gives us an update on the case.

#4 - “I Became a Trending Topic.” Peeple App Creator Sets the Record Straight

Season 14 - Episode 25 - Aired 10/16/2015

Julia, a marketing entrepreneur, says when she created the Peeple app, which allows people to be reviewed, the social media buzz wasn’t what she bargained for. Deemed by some as “Yelp for people,” Julia says once word got out, hate mail, death threats and criticism came flooding in. She's turning to Dr. Phil to help her set the record straight for what she calls her “positivity app.” Then, 20-year-old Tracey says she thrives on the negative attention she gets on social media, and wants to know why. And, Anitha, 22, one of Tracey's social media followers, says even though she’s never met Tracey, she's concerned about the poor choices she sees her virtual friend making! Can Dr. Phil and Anitha show Tracey the value of her worth?

#5 - Sandra and Joey Return: Will Sandra Finally Take the Polygraph and Drug Test?

Season 14 - Episode 161 - Aired 5/23/2016

A mother in a bitter custody battle is offered a polygraph test to prove that she has not coached her daughters to make false accusations of physical and sexual abuse against their father, but something causes her to storm off stage.

#6 - A Dr. Phil Daytime Exclusive: The Woman Who Put Drain Cleaner in Her Eyes to Fulfill Her Dream of Being Blind

Season 14 - Episode 39 - Aired 11/5/2015

Amber, aka “Jewel” Shuping, made international headlines when she intentionally made herself blind by putting drain cleaner into her eyes. Jewel says that ever since she was a little girl, she dreamed of being blind, claiming to live with “Body Integrity Identity Disorder,” a disorder which causes an otherwise healthy person to feel that he or she is meant to be disabled. Jewel says she hated opening her eyes every day, and as a teen, oftentimes pretended to be blind, even walking with a white cane for as long as two weeks straight. She says that living with sight, to her, felt like living in a personal prison. She claims that seven years ago, she traveled 19 hours by train to visit a “sympathetic” psychologist whom she met online, and allowed him to pour liquid drain cleaner into both of her eyes. In a Dr. Phil daytime exclusive, hear why Jewel says she felt she had no choice but to take her vision, and hear the bombshell claim she drops about removing one of her eyes! Then, Dr. Michael First, who coined the term, “Body Integrity Identity Disorder,” and Dr. Travis Stork, host of The Doctors, weigh in!

#7 - A Bitter Custody Battle: Claims of Poison in Ice Cream, a Child Wrapped in a Garbage Bag and Inappropriate Touching: What Will the Polygraph Reveal?

Season 14 - Episode 42 - Aired 11/10/2015

Sandra and her ex-husband, Joey, admit they’re in a bitter custody battle, and Sandra’s neighbor, Linda, says she’s concerned for their two young daughters caught in the middle. Sandra and Joey’s mudslinging has included accusations of poisoned ice cream, neglect and inappropriate conduct. Sandra has even alleged that Joey put one child in a garbage bag weighted-down with rocks in a bathtub and filled it with water. Linda says she’s been watching from the sidelines and still doesn’t know who to believe. Are these parents telling the whole truth? Sandra and Joey are offered polygraph and drug tests. Will they both agree to the tests? And if so, what do the results reveal? Don’t miss this dramatic conclusion! This program contains strong sexual content. Viewer discretion advised.

#8 - “Our Father Has a Secret Life South of the Border and Has Given $1.5 Million to His Former Mistress”

Season 14 - Episode 32 - Aired 10/27/2015

Karina and her six sisters claim their father, Maurice, has conned and stolen nearly $2 million from friends, family, and strangers to give to his former mistress, Josephina, who insists he is her only hope to keep her from dying from numerous medical conditions. Maurice admits to stealing money, including $200,000 from his own daughter, because he believes Josephina, who lives in Mexico, has been gravely ill — needing two lung transplants and battling seven bouts of brain cancer. But is Josephina really in trouble or has Maurice become a victim of an elaborate international scam? See what happens when Dr. Phil asks Maurice to call Josephina during the show. It's a can't miss Dr. Phil!

#9 - Surrogate Mother Convicted for Scamming Couple out of Thousands with Fake Pregnancy

Season 14 - Episode 43 - Aired 11/11/2015

Audrey made headlines and landed behind bars for running a surrogacy scam, by pretending to be pregnant and conning couples out of thousands of dollars. The 36-year-old mother of four was convicted of two charges of theft, one charge of identity theft and two charges of using a computer to commit a crime. Now, on Dr. Phil’s stage, she comes face to face with one of the couples, Peter and Cheniya, who say Audrey not only stole their money, but shattered their dreams of parenthood. Hear how they say they reacted when they learned there was no baby. And, with Audrey sentenced to 20 days in jail, two years of probation and ordered to pay $10,500 in restitution to the victims, Peter and Cheniya say they believe she only got a slap on the wrist. Hear why they say the punishment doesn’t fit the crime. How does Audrey respond? Tune in to this emotional Dr. Phil.

#10 - My Fiance Admits to Putting His Hands on Me and Pouring Ice Water on Me, but It's Partially My Fault for Provoking Him

Season 14 - Episode 156 - Aired 5/16/2016

Jordan says she is tired of her fiance's physical and verbal abuse, but adds that she loves him so much she is afraid to leave him.

#11 - The Unbelievable Story of the Breast Pump Bandit: His Affairs, His Addictions, His Excuses

Season 14 - Episode 53 - Aired 11/25/2015

On Tuesday, amid claims of drinking and doing drugs with teenagers and extramarital affairs, Dr. Phil revealed that Lauren’s father, John, had been dubbed the “Breast Pump Bandit” by his city’s local news, for stealing thousands of dollars’ worth of breast pumps and selling them online -- and admitted to taking Lauren on some of his shoplifting heists. Today, John admits that he’s addicted to Xanax and crack cocaine, and to stealing from Lauren’s mother to support his habit. Lauren says she wants her mom to kick him out of their lives once and for all. How does Laura respond? It’s a shocking conclusion you don’t want to miss!

#12 - My Childless Sister Is Trying To Steal My Grandchildren From My Son And Me

Season 14 - Episode 129 - Aired 4/7/2016

A custody battle between Jasen, his mother, Kim, and her sister, Genevieve, who has temporary custody of Jasen's 8 and 12-year-old children, has turned into a war over who is a more fit parent; Kim believes Genevieve stole her grandchildren.

#13 - Jayson's Polygraph Results Revealed: Kristina's Decision

Season 14 - Episode 160 - Aired 5/20/2016

A man accused of sexually abusing his children takes a polygraph; his girlfriend must choose between him and custody of her newborn son.

#14 - What Happened to Baby Noah? An Accident or Abuse?

Season 14 - Episode 133 - Aired 4/13/2016

After her 2-year-old was diagnosed with symptoms commonly associated with shaken-baby syndrome, Kayla was charged with felony child abuse and the boy's absentee father showed up and demanded custody.

#15 - Exclusive: Accused Freeway Sniper Speaks Out

Season 14 - Episode 164 - Aired 5/26/2016

Leslie Merritt Jr. discusses being locked up for nearly a year after being accused of being the Arizona freeway sniper.

#16 - The Ultimate Enabler

Season 14 - Episode 130 - Aired 4/8/2016

A family has spent over $100,000 on helping their 29-year-old heroin addict son over the past 10 years and they want to stop bailing him out of trouble so he can get clean and be involved in his 5-month-old daughter's life.

#17 - Missing Mom: What Happened to Carie?

Season 14 - Episode 9 - Aired 9/24/2015

In Part 2, Ed’s daughter, Lauren, reveals what she says happened the night her stepmother, Carie Zapletal, went missing. Does it crack the case wide open? Is her account plausible? Ed claims that there have been numerous sightings of Carie, and he is convinced she will return home soon. Carie’s daughter, Shelbie, says Ed’s leads are lies and wild goose chases. Carie’s good friend Courtney claims Ed and Carie had a history of arguments and describes the times she says she sheltered Carie after one of her and Ed’s blowout fights.

#18 - Schoolyard Setup Exclusive: Drugs Planted in a PTA Mom's Car

Season 14 - Episode 158 - Aired 5/18/2016

Former PTA president Kelli says that after a school spat, fellow parents framed her by stashing bags of drugs in her car; one of them, who has served time for her part in the incident, speaks out for the first time.

#19 - Social Media Obsessed Teens: “I Can't Breathe Without Wi-Fi”

Season 14 - Episode 20 - Aired 10/9/2015

Seventeen-year-old Khloe says she is so obsessed with social media, she cannot breathe without WiFi. She admits she spends 16-to-18 hours a day on various websites and posting selfies — and even sleeps with her phone strapped to her hand. Khloe says if she doesn’t have access to WiFi, she suffers from panic attacks. Khloe’s mother, Melanie, and stepfather, Danny, say Khloe’s behavior is so out of control, she will physically fight them or break down doors if her cell phone is taken away as punishment. Don’t miss what happens when Dr. Phil takes Khloe’s phone away during the show and reveals to Khloe and her parents what he believes is really behind her social media obsession. Then, Charmaine says her 15-year-old daughter is on chat sites constantly. She says she suspected that her teen was giving out personal information online, even though her daughter denied it, so Charmaine created a fake profile and chatted with her daughter for three days. Before long, her daughter freely gave out her hometown, age and school. Charmaine says she fears one day her daughter will share her information with the wrong person, and her safety or life could be in danger. Don’t miss how Dr. Phil gets to the root of what he believes is happening with Charmaine’s daughter — and the role he believes Charmaine is playing in her child’s potentially dangerous behavior.

#20 - “My Son-in-Law is Selfish, Angry, Disrespectful and Entitled”

Season 14 - Episode 38 - Aired 11/4/2015

Marilyn says she’s fed up with her son-in-law Adam, who she calls “irresponsible,” “hot-tempered,” “verbally-abusive,” “entitled,” and a “cheater.” She says she’s tired of what she calls Adam’s disrespectful attitude toward her and her daughter, Miranda, and claims that his reckless spending and inability to take care of his family make him a “poor excuse for a husband.” With Miranda and her four children living under her roof, Marilyn claims she’s constantly bailing Miranda and Adam out of financial hardship while Adam continues to spend money on cars, motorcycles, tattoos, guns and other “toys.” But are her accusations founded? Adam strongly denies Marilyn’s claims, says he’s a good dad and provider for his family. He says he’s tired of being judged and wants Marilyn to mind her own business. But with Adam currently banned from Marilyn’s house, how does Miranda feel? Find out if Dr. Phil can help heal this fractured family.

#21 - A Mom's Dilemma: Her Infant or the Love of Her Life?

Season 14 - Episode 159 - Aired 5/19/2016

Jayson lost his rights to all of his children due to sexual abuse findings, but his girlfriend believes him when he says he never harmed them; her mother is convinced he is dangerous and guilty.

#22 - An Engaged Couple Divided: Will Kyle & Jordan Call Off Their Wedding?

Season 14 - Episode 157 - Aired 5/17/2016

Jordan and Kyle accuse each other of physical abuse, and Jordan's mother has advice for her; Robin McGraw describes warning signs of an abusive relationship.

#23 - “I'm Fighting for Custody of My Child with My Ex-Husband Who I Believe is Stalking Me”

Season 14 - Episode 29 - Aired 10/22/2015

Leslie says her ex-husband, Andy, is controlling, abusive and narcissistic, and she desperately hopes one day to have joint custody of their 5-year-old son. She claims Andy stalks her by tapping her phone, tracking her car with GPS, and that even his family is spying on her from the trees. Andy has primary custody of their son and says that’s the way it should be — he adamantly denies Leslie’s accusations and claims she is delusional, a liar, and can’t be trusted with their boy. He says their seven-year marriage ended because of Leslie’s drug relapses and paranoia, and claims that he once crawled around the ground with a flashlight looking for “people who were stalking her.” Leslie admits that she has a criminal record stemming from problems with substance abuse, but says that’s all in the past. Leslie’s mother, Myrna, says she knew Andy was “bad news from day one,” and claims Andy is a control freak who uses her grandson to get what he wants. But Myrna admits that her relationship with Leslie is difficult, and that they fought as recently as the night before appearing on the show. Don’t miss this emotional showdown as Dr. Phil gets to the core of this family’s problems and what’s best for the 5-year-old boy stuck in the middle.

#24 - Uncle Kevin Answers the Accusations

Season 14 - Episode 37 - Aired 11/3/2015

Bridget says she’s not sure what to believe about the relationship between her 38-year-old brother-in-law, Kevin, and 16-year-old daughter, Grace. She says red flags were raised that their bonding may have crossed the line when Grace told her that Kevin put whipped cream on his neck and asked her to lick it off — which Kevin claims not to remember — and when she read the contents of a letter written from Kevin to Grace. But Dr. Phil thinks Bridget is a parent in denial and in need of a wake-up call. He sits down one on one with Kevin to address the “whipped cream incident” and the letter, in which Kevin wrote, “I love you in my own special way.” How does Kevin explain his actions? Then, Grace’s 19-year-old sister, Payton, says she believes Kevin puts Grace before his own wife, Carrie. What does Carrie think? Don’t miss this explosive Dr. Phil!

#25 - Subway Sandwich King to Child Sex Scandal: The Jared Fogle Audio Tapes

Season 14 - Episode 34 - Aired 10/29/2015

Inside ex-Subway spokesman Jared Fogle's shocking sex scandal: For the first time ever, hear the disturbing secret audio tapes of Fogle talking about having sex with minors. Former journalist Rochelle Herman-Walrond claims she secretly recorded Fogle for the FBI for years in an effort to stop him. Learn how she says she tried to save more children from this predator’s grasp.