The BEST episodes of Dr. Phil season 19
Every episode of Dr. Phil season 19, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Dr. Phil season 19!
Dr. Phil is a talk show hosted by Phil McGraw. After McGraw's success with his segments on The Oprah Winfrey Show, Dr. Phil debuted on September 16, 2002. On both shows McGraw offers advice in the form of "life strategies" from his life experience as a clinical psychologist.
#1 - The Police Chief, His Wife, and His 6 Girlfriends: The Exclusive Interview
Season 19 - Episode 117 - Aired 3/23/2021
A married Texas police chief is arrested after his multiple affairs are exposed online. Jason Collier admits to cheating or having inappropriate relationships with not just one -- but six -- girlfriends, all while married to and living with his wife. In an exclusive interview, Collier comes clean about his web of lies.
#2 - TV Doctor Warns Parents After Son’s Quarantine Overdose
Season 19 - Episode 107 - Aired 3/1/2021
Celebrity TV relationship doctor Laura Berman has a warning for parents after finding her 16-year-old son, Sam, dead of an accidental drug overdose. Dr. Berman and her husband say they believe the teen unknowingly ordered a pill laced with a deadly drug off a “drug menu” posted on social media.
#3 - Toxic Love
Season 19 - Episode 108 - Aired 3/2/2021
Jennifer wrote to Dr. Phil saying she believes the only way her best friend, Heather, will be leaving her relationship is inside of a body bag. Heather says she doesn’t believe Collin is abusive, although she does admit that he has put his hands on her, ripped her clothing, and bitten her face. Collin admits that he once put his hands on Heather’s throat while in a rage but says he never actually squeezed – although he did think about it. Collin says he doesn’t believe he’s in love with Heather like he used to be – so why are they both still fighting so hard to make this relationship work? And, is Collin actually abusive, or is he “not that bad” like Heather claims?
#4 - Toxic Love: Will Heather Leave Collin?
Season 19 - Episode 109 - Aired 3/3/2021
Jennifer says she fears for her best friend, Heather’s, life, claiming she’s in a terribly abusive relationship but refuses to see how bad things really are. Heather says she doesn’t believe her boyfriend, Collin, is “that bad” and doesn’t think what he does is actual “abuse.” Dr. Phil says he thinks both Heather and Collin are in danger for completely different reasons. Dr. Phil sits down with Collin and Heather individually to explain where he thinks this relationship is headed. Will Heather leave Collin?
#5 - How Do I Parent My ‘Jekyll and Hyde’ Daughter?
Season 19 - Episode 110 - Aired 3/4/2021
Heather, a lifelong fan of Dr. Phil and a member of the Dr. Phil Phanatics fan group, drove 1,600 miles from Arkansas to Los Angeles to get help with her 15-year-old daughter, Marissa, whom she describes as “Jekyll and Hyde.” She says one minute Marissa's an aspiring cardiologist with top grades, and the next, she’s a pot-smoking car thief who admits to stealing her own mother’s vehicle nine times. Heather says she is at her wits’ end and does not know how to parent her daughter effectively. Dr. Phil invites one of the world’s leading child behavioral experts on stage, Dr. Michele Borba, who works closely with Dr. Phil to impart potentially life-changing advice to Heather and her daughter. Watch while Dr. Phil encourages Marissa to tell her mother everything she is not picking up on when it comes to her needs. How will Heather react? Tune in to find out!
#6 - It's Time to Let My Husband Peacefully Pass Away
Season 19 - Episode 111 - Aired 3/8/2021
Maegan and her mother-in-law, Kelly, are in a fierce tug-of-war over Maegan’s husband and Kelly’s son, Josh, who has been in a persistent vegetative state for the last two years due to an anoxic brain injury. After two years and no improvement, Maegan claims Josh’s condition is in decline, and it’s time for both her and Kelly to let him go and pass peacefully. Kelly says she completely disagrees with Maegan’s decision to end Josh’s life and finds all of Maegan’s social media posts about Josh “full of lies and exploitative.” Kelly claims the only reason Maegan wants to bring Josh home, remove his feeding tube, and allow him to die is that she needs “new material” for her social media followers. Maegan denies that she is exploiting her husband and says that she has helped to spread awareness of anoxic brain injuries. Can these women come together to decide what is truly best for Josh? Dr. Phil weighs in on this morally, ethically and spiritually challenging debate. Don’t miss it!
#7 - The “Bakersfield 3”: The Gruesome Discoveries Two Years Later
Season 19 - Episode 112 - Aired 3/9/2021
It’s a mystery that made local news and brought together three mothers under tragic circumstances. Two young people vanished and one was murdered within weeks of each other in Bakersfield, California. They became known as the “Bakersfield 3.” In March 2018, Cheryl’s son Micah disappeared. Two weeks later, Di’s son, James, was shot and killed. The two young men knew each other, and so their moms believed the cases were connected. Then, two weeks after James’ murder, Baylee, who was also in their circle, disappeared. The three mothers searched for answers and met for the first time with Dr. Phil in 2018. Since then, countless tips have come to the police, and there has been a heartbreaking discovery discussed with these families. Also, criminal charges have been made. Find out who among the "Bakersfield 3" has been accused of horrific crimes.
#8 - The “Bakersfield 3”: Moms Confront Their Own Demons
Season 19 - Episode 113 - Aired 3/10/2021
The mothers of the “Bakersfield 3” sit down with Dr. Phil to discuss their traumatic losses. Cheryl and her husband, Lance, are grieving for their murdered and tortured son, Micah, whose remains were discovered this past year. Dr. Phil helps them work through their griefand guilt with a revealing exercise. Di continues to investigate the murder of her son, James, who was shot and killed in 2018, and Jane struggles to understand the unbelievable twist in her missing daughter, Baylee's case.
#9 - From College Athlete to Homeless and Addicted
Season 19 - Episode 114 - Aired 3/15/2021
Ira was once a talented high school basketball player and even played in college. His mother, Chonte, says all of Ira’s basketball dreams were destroyed once he was introduced to partying and drugs on campus. Now, Ira is walking the streets of Los Angeles homeless and using Fentanyl on a daily basis. But despite being homeless and using drugs, Chonte says her son refuses to admit he’s a drug addict and pretends to live a lavish lifestyle on social media. Chonte says she’s cut off Ira financially, but Ira calls his mother’s “tough love” “bad parenting,” and claims his mother should be helping him get on his feet, especially since she has the money to do so. Plus, find out why Ira believes rehab is just a waste of his time, and see what brought this young man to tears.
#10 - My Mother Believes She’s Being Tracked by a Secret ‘Hookup’ App!
Season 19 - Episode 115 - Aired 3/16/2021
Jonny came to Dr. Phil begging for help because she claims her mom, Nancy, has become “delusional” and completely obsessed with what she calls a “secret hookup app.” She says her mom believes her ex-boyfriend is in cahoots with her coworkers and that they have now hacked her phone and created “fake profiles” for her on the app. Nancy says people on the app use a “secret color code” and a “secret number system” to try to communicate with her for sex. Nancy claims these people will hold up the numbers 1 through 8 on their fingers to communicate different sex acts. Nancy says she feels in danger because wherever she goes, she sees people tracking her location using the “hookup app!” But Jonny says nobody is tracking her mom, and it’s “all in her head.” Is Nancy being tracked? Dr. Phil investigates. Don’t miss it!
#11 - Belligerent and Blacked Out But Not a Drop to Drink
Season 19 - Episode 116 - Aired 3/17/2021
Stephanie says she and her partner of 15 years, Hal, are living a perpetual nightmare due to Hal being diagnosed with a rare condition where his body makes him legally intoxicated without actually drinking alcohol. Stephanie says Hal has been diagnosed with auto-brewery syndrome, and there is no clear cure in sight. Hal says he lives his life by the breathalyzer – one moment he can be stone-cold sober, and within an hour, he can be belligerently “drunk,” stumbling, and very combative. This rare syndrome also affects Ray and his wife and caretaker, Sierra, and they both say this condition has taken a huge toll on their relationship. Hal, Stephanie, Sierra, and Ray all say they’re desperate for a cure.
#12 - Dr. Phil Down Under: “Poisoned in Our Own Home?”
Season 19 - Episode 106 - Aired 2/26/2021
Did you know Dr. Phil is the #1 daytime talk show in Australia – and currently airs in 55 countries and territories? Today, sisters Amy and Emily, from New South Wales, Australia, say that even though Dr. Phil is over 7,000 miles away – and on a different continent – he is the only person who can help their situation! Amy and Emily say their mom, Marie, and stepdad, Gordon, are taking extreme measures to combat alleged poisoning by a neighbor – including daily diary entries, surveillance cameras, and even sleeping outside. Marie says since 2017, her life has turned upside down – she claims her house is engulfed with toxic fumes and is completely unlivable. The worst part of all? Her daughters don’t believe her. What is the source behind the alleged toxic conditions inside Marie’s house? And, why are Dr. Phil and Robin inside a tent? Find out on a Dr. Phil first – when Dr. Phil takes a virtual trip down under!
#13 - Exclusive: Texas Police Chief Leading Secret Triple Life Speaks
Season 19 - Episode 118 - Aired 3/24/2021
He seemed like the perfect boyfriend, handsome and the well-respected police chief of a Texas town. But the multiple women he was dating soon discovered that Jason Collier was every woman’s worst nightmare: a married man lying to not only his wife but also to his multiple girlfriends. In part two of Dr. Phil’s exclusive interview, Collier answers accusations made by the woman who outed what she called his “triple” life.
#14 - Life After “Death”: Lethal Surgeon Sentenced to Prison
Season 19 - Episode 119 - Aired 3/25/2021
Dr. Christopher Duntsch has been nicknamed “Dr. Death” and is the first known surgeon sentenced to life in prison due to gross malpractice. From 2011 – 2013, Dr. Duntsch reportedly maimed 33 patients and killed two while working at hospitals in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. In 2015, Duntsch was indicted on five counts of aggravated assault and one count of harming an elderly person, and in 2017, he was sentenced to life in prison. In 2021, two additional patients passed away due to complications from his surgeries – including Duntsch’s childhood friend Jerry Summers. Dr. Phil speaks with individuals directly impacted by Dr. Duntsch, including a surviving victim, medical professionals, and a woman who once viewed Dr. Duntsch as her “second son.” Dr. Phil is also joined by former FBI criminal profiler Candice DeLong to discuss Duntsch’s personal characteristics, and Dr. Terry Dubrow, who advises viewers on red flags to watch out for so something so horrific can never happen again.
#15 - Help! My Brother Would Rather Be Homeless Than Get a Job
Season 19 - Episode 120 - Aired 3/29/2021
Mia and Kiki say their 30-year-old brother, Forrest, lives in their deceased grandma’s house in a room they call “the cave.” They say he lives in filth, won’t leave the house, is jobless and won’t pay his bills. Mia and Kiki say their mother, Lesli, enables Forrest’s behavior by bringing him food and money. Forrest says his family doesn’t understand how hard it is for him due to his mental disorder, fear of getting sick, and rough childhood with his mom. He also claims he would rather be homeless than get his life together. The family says they’re worried if Forrest continues to be lazy and unmotivated that he will end up on the streets.
#16 - Beautiful, Rebellious and Always Running Away
Season 19 - Episode 121 - Aired 3/30/2021
Jennifer says her 15-year-old daughter, Marie, is completely out of control, refuses to go to school, and is constantly running away. She says, at one point, her daughter was so disrespectful that she had to send her to live with her grandmother, Vicki, because she was too much for her to handle. Jennifer says she recently lost her job of four years because she was constantly having to keep an eye on Marie. Jennifer says she fears Marie’s actions will lead to her living on the streets, jail, or even worse, dead. Jennifer’s oldest daughter, Carly, says she’s distraught over Marie’s attitude and how it affects their mother. She says Jennifer cries daily and her stress levels are through the roof. Is Marie just a “bad teen,” or is she crying out through rebellion for attention?
#17 - Will He Remarry His Russian Bride?
Season 19 - Episode 122 - Aired 3/31/2021
The last time we met Mark Anthony and his Russian bride-to-be, Marina, they were counting down the days until their May 25, 2020 wedding, but the pandemic hit, and their plans changed. Marina was stuck in Russia, and Mark Anthony was stuck in the states, so they had a virtual wedding. But six days later, something happened that broke them up. Now, Mark Anthony wants to get back together with Marina and walk down that aisle again -- but will Marina want the same? And, does Dr. Phil think this is a match made in heaven?
#18 - My Brother is Delusional and Believes in Conspiracy Theories
Season 19 - Episode 123 - Aired 4/1/2021
Stephanie claims her brother Brandon's conspiracy theories have taken over his life and are tearing their family apart. She says he believes people are after him and that the “elite people” control everything. She also says he talks in riddles and barely leaves his home. Stephanie claims his split from reality is making him think their mother, Rozanna, is out to destroy him. Rozanna says she’s become Brandon’s whipping post – so why does she say she paid six months of his past electric bills. Both women say 10 years ago, Brandon was charming, charismatic, and successful, making hundreds of thousands of dollars a year as a real estate broker. Will Dr. Phil be able to help Brandon at this point?
#19 - Dr. Phil’s 3,000th Show -- With Bonus Footage!
Season 19 - Episode 124 - Aired 4/2/2021
After 17 seasons and nearly 20,000 guests, Dr. Phil celebrates his 3,000th episode! Dr. Phil’s studio audience is filled with some of your favorite guests from past seasons. From relationships on the brink of divorce to guests struggling with deadly addictions and disorders, find out how some of Dr. Phil’s most memorable guests are now. And, you will not believe which former guest surprised everyone with an engagement ring and proposal on Dr. Phil’s stage! Surprise guest messages from Oprah Winfrey, the Jonas Brothers, and more -- hear what they have to say about Dr. Phil’s 3,000th milestone. Plus, find out the surprise that left Dr. Phil nearly speechless!
#20 - Where Are They Now? You Asked, We Answer!
Season 19 - Episode 125 - Aired 4/5/2021
Dr. Phil checks in on the progress of two of your favorite guests! When Ryan, aka “Raging Ryan,” first sat down with Dr. Phil, he was terrorizing his family with out-of-control rages, fueled by alcohol and marijuana. A year later, Ryan claims he’s made amazing progress -- but his sister, Alyssa, insists his behavior has only gotten worse! Then, Dr. Phil sits down with Heather. The last time they spoke, she repeatedly defended her boyfriend, Collin, even though she claimed he regularly put his hands on her. Dr. Phil recommended she finally leave Collin for good. Did she? Find out!
#21 - My Mom Is in Love with a Man Who Doesn’t Exist
Season 19 - Episode 126 - Aired 4/6/2021
Karen says she’s fallen in love and plans to spend the rest of her life with a man named “Thomas,” whom she met online. But, Karen’s daughter, Mindy, says there is no “Thomas.” She says she is sure her mother is being catfished by a man she has never met or even video chatted with, who claims to be on an oil rig and stuck in the Gulf of Mexico. Mindy says her mother’s heart is not the only thing “Thomas” has stolen from her; he has also gone after money her recently retired mother doesn’t have to give. Karen says she is a dedicated Dr. Phil viewer and has watched all his shows on catfishing, so she knows her “lover” is real. She claims the fact that no one can prove he is a fake gives her great hope they will be together soon. Find out what happens when Dr. Phil provides Karen with evidence that she is being scammed. Will she believe the truth?
#22 - Karen’s Catfish: Will She Believe the Truth
Season 19 - Episode 127 - Aired 4/7/2021
Dr. Phil continues his conversation with Mindy and her mother, Karen, who claimed to be in love with a man she had never met named “Thomas.” Despite Dr. Phil providing Karen with seemingly overwhelming evidence that “Thomas” was indeed a catfish, Karen seemed to have a hard time grasping what had happened to her and who was behind the scam. Today, Dr. Phil introduces Karen to the man whose photos were stolen and used by Karen’s catfish, which leads to a very emotional moment for Karen. But that’s not all. Dr. Phil also introduces Karen to the man whose name and personal details were stolen and used by the catfish. And, is this the first time Karen has possibly fallen prey to an online catfish? Can Dr. Phil help Karen stop getting duped by online predators? Plus, infectious disease expert Dr. Tony Mills answers any and all questions you may have about getting the COVID-19 vaccine.
#23 - America's Oldest Moocher?
Season 19 - Episode 96 - Aired 2/12/2021
Terri claims her 68-year-old sister, Denise, is mooching off her aging parents. She claims Denise spends her days drinking and smoking, not to mention taking thousands of dollars’ worth of jewelry from her mother and pawning it. Terri and Denise’s niece, Alexis, says living with Denise is so toxic, she is considering moving out for her own mental health. Denise’s parents plead with their daughter to stand on her own two feet so they can retire in peace. Will Denise accept the help Dr. Phil offers? Tune in to find out!
#24 - Party Girl Cassidy Returns: Her Mother’s Final Ultimatum
Season 19 - Episode 86 - Aired 1/29/2021
Two years ago, Melinda sat with Dr. Phil and said she’d do anything to protect her teenage daughter, Cassidy. Now, she’s back and says Cassidy’s behavior has worsened. Cassidy is now 20 and insists her mother’s inability to be a real parent is the root of all their problems. Cassidy claims her mother is selfish and acts like a young, party mom. Melinda says she has a confession that surprises both Cassidy and Dr. Phil. Plus, Dr. Phil investigates an outrageous scam that left Jim and his wife, Carol’s, home unlivable for years, after they claim they were introduced to a career contractor con man.
#25 - 50+ Fears and No Life
Season 19 - Episode 87 - Aired 2/1/2021
Cassie says 13 months ago, her life began to completely spiral out of control. She says she’s in constant fear that something may cause her to have a heart attack, anaphylactic shock, or that she will be poisoned to death by something she eats or drinks! She says she has over 50 fears and obsessions, and her list is constantly growing. Cassie says her fears include red stop lights, choking, lotions, salt on French fries, caffeine, makeup, and so much more. Cassie says she spends most of her restless nights researching her ailments on the internet, and search engines have become her “best friend.” Cassie says she’s convinced she has some underlying heart issue, OCD, and possibly some type of cancer that they have yet to diagnose. Cassie’s fiancé, Joe, says her issues have had a definite impact on their relationship and says he fears he may be enabling her. Is Cassie suffering from a life-threatening illness, or is it possibly something much deeper?