10 "Dr. Phil" Mistakes That We Can Learn From

[@cherietillapaughhott1012]

Yes. Not to mention that the humiliation factor can be detrimental to a person’s mental health.

[@caryulmer7063]

I've often wondered why people want to be on his show. It doesn't seem like a good idea to literally have your problems on stage for everyone to see, yet people seem to continue wanting to be guests.

[@t5396]

@Adrienne Gurge great point. Minors shouldn't be exploited, and their problems shouldn't be sensationalized.

[@dianamarie5663]

@@caryulmer7063 They get a free trip, meals, other extras for coming to the show.

[@juliadianebeckert5794]

Especially when done on tv

[@dianamarie5663]

@Joy Georgina The resources agree to provide the treatment in exchange for publicity on the show. Phil and his show do not pay for this treatment. There is no treatment for some of the person's mental health issues, like personality disorders or delusional disorders. Treatment for the affected family members is possible, though.

[@Inner_wild_child]

MSW student-we were just talking about Dr Phil in my advanced practice skills class and you’re absolutely right, we discussed how Dr. Phil is a great example of how NOT to treat clients. I think the episodes that enrage me the most are the ones where he brings people with obvious delusional disorders and turns them into spectacles where the entire audience is just laughing at them. He doesn’t even address the disorder or explain delusions at all.

[@TheSwordandPearl]

Well said

[@BijahD]

Dr G et alia, Dr P discovered at some point that he can exploit his quick wit and knowledge to produce entertainment! This is probably 95+% of his motive - fame and fortune. His 'guests' are carefully vetted through a formulaic production process too! No offense but isn't this all abundantly obvious??

[@t5396]

Angela, you're trying to become a counselor or clinician?

[@Inner_wild_child]

T I’m not sure what you’re asking because often those terms are used interchangeably, and clinician is overarching. But I suppose that term fits more, as I plan to work in inpatient settings.

[@t5396]

@@Inner_wild_child that's all I am trying to find out, what kind of career you are going into.

[@lyndawood7937]

"Dr" Phil is rude, arrogant and narcissistic. I cannot watch his show because I get so angry with how he speaks down to people. He doesn't seem to care that he could be hurting them or worsening the situation they are there to get help for. I sometimes wonder why anyone would go on his show knowing how he treats people. Thanks for the wonderful analysis of a very entitled man.

[@reneemclane1845]

You are damn right!

[@ijustchangedmyname7794]

Yessssss, Lynda!

[@Suteruni]

perhaps the guests get paid? Money talks always.

[@CoffeeLover-mz7bk]

THANK YOU!

[@carolnahigian9518]

Phil McGraw not a Doctor--?

[@md28stads]

You touched on the main thing that made me so uncomfortable with him. He humiliates people on national television and I don't see how that can be helpful to these people's mental health

[@turtleanton6539]

It is not

[@kimicook7739]

It's all about $$$$$.... The show, his never ending stack of books , he and son have the businesses together that continue with the farce of Physiatry, etc.. another source of biz for Opie W ( the biggest racist in the world)... Freak shows that make you laugh and feel very blessed not to be that messed up . And what happened to Robin?? Is it too much Botox like Uncle Joe Biden or tacky bad plastic surgery ... hahaha 😂... but they are laughing all the way to the bank 🏦

[@Taureanfitness]

I noticed the SAME THING!

[@elizagrogan9454]

@@Taureanfitness Dr Phil is, to me, a grifter. He will do anything for 💰. He and his son run Doctor's on demand, an expensive therapy system which connects patients to therapists. Biggest problem is that many are just councillors, not trained Medical Therapists. His wife has a major lifestyle and cosmetics programme. The only honest McGraw is the son who's a talented singer and guitarist. He refused all offers of promotion from his father. He wants it all to be his own work.

[@DirtySanchez943]

Dr phill cares so much about his lovely family...

[@jamiehoover9348]

"Im attempting to be fair, but puttin it out there that im not a fan"😃😃😃😃 best!

[@Psychoanalytical87]

One thing I've noticed with Dr Grande is that he never speaks with ego. He also shows empathy and realiatic points of view

[@amyholman354]

Yes, it’s calming.

[@DRAG0NEERS]

Excellent analysis. My ex watched the show when we were together and it always bothered me, for many of the reasons you've mentioned. The one I noticed the most was how he couldn't deviate from the narrative. It was like he had a script in his mind, he had a conclusion he was leading to, and like he was a director of a play guiding the other performances where he wanted them to go. The more people tried to deviate and actually talk about their experience or the more (understandably) frustrated they'd get by his redirection of the narrative, the more bullying he'd become. He'd flat out tell them to stop talking, and then publicly shame them on national TV for their anger/uncooperative nature/lack of agreeableness, or use weaponized psychology such as throwing a term like "emotional confusion" as an insult to "put them in their place". It seems like a form of narcissistic abuse (ie demanding narcissistic supply, blaming/shaming/belittling those uncooperative with providing it, they react negatively, the narcissist feels validated that the other person is clearly the problem). The whole show and his attitude feels so exploitative and damaging.

[@Candy-O1776]

Agree

[@ambriadaniels-dovolis7496]

That was an awesome assessment! Your verbal aptitude is impressive 👍

[@ejeanroh377]

And he made/makes $millions because millions watch him... Ah! Life for the lazy..

[@elpear]

Dr Grande is growing on me! I love his subtle sense of humor.

[@scasey2397]

I love his subtle sense of humour.

[@DonnaLeigh]

Same. When I started watching, his even tone didn't lock me in. Now I have a whole playlist of his videos I'm working on. His humor is what kept me tuned in. 😂♥️

[@susankeith326]

@@DonnaLeigh My sense of humor is enhances by his lack of professionalism. He is absolutely a joke as a " therapist ".

[@DirtySanchez943]

He's good but not as good as ole pholl...

[@likelyladsss]

His subtle smirk,

[@stacianne7436]

I find Dr Phil to be more harmful than helpful. He is always promoting himself over needs of guests. He bullies the guests, that's not therapy.

[@KatelynMrsBamaIngle]

Agreed! I have anxiety and ocd I feel worse bout my self after watching his show. I don’t dare watch it anymore.

[@Ron4885]

Staci Jordan - I couldn't agree more. I'm able to sum my feelings and thoughts of Dr. Phil in this way. He's a few steps lower than a sleazy used car salesman. And in all likelihood has an arsenal of psychological and physical means of bullying men and women into his sewer.

[@Talal1602]

And as is said at the beginning of the show, that being there as a guest is a safe place to be. Are you kidding me? For the rest of your life you are on KZbin. One simple example is the boy who slapped his mother in the face. He will be about 20 now. But he is still to be seen on KZbin. Very therapeutic!

[@8191-m8t]

Improvements for neurological disorders advancements for autism?

[@janetlieb2507]

Yes! A bully!

[@CarolynStephens1101]

I was on the Dr. Phil show and he humiliated me and did not ask about my background, I am diagnosed with CPTSD and am a Trauma survivor. I really believed in him, and that he could help me, and instead, he made everything look like it was my fault without getting to the root of the problem. I felt like I was fighting for my life. He is still showing me on the show which was aired 12 years ago. It still is humiliating and I do not know what to do. He really is terrible. He keeps the trauma alive and he puts himself in the best light. He cut off a lot of the things that I said in the show so that he looked good. After the show, I was dismissed like garbage and they had nothing else to say to me.

[@Black_Samurai-fish]

Oh I’m very sorry. 😢

[@AmandaYee-yn9dk]

Because he’s a bully and nothing more

[@YouAREtheLight22]

I really appreciate and respect your politeness and ability to use professional ‘constraint’, even when explaining someone or something you don’t necessarily agree with - such a good example, especially to those of us still working on emotional regulation and learning how to eloquently explain, without injecting personal emotion into the equation... and the result? A person who RECEIVES your information, thoughtfully, thoroughly, and accurately (and w/o the emotional attack or manipulation-persuasion!). Thanks again for your sound expertise.

[@HellcatMad]

Class act Dr. Todd is

[@marianserra8371]

Thank you Dr. Grande. I thought I was the only one . He strikes me as a charlatan and a narcissist. Of course this is just my opinion for I have no degree in psychology, I just go by my gut or as others would say my intuition. Thanks again doctor I appreciate everything.

[@barbarawarner4645]

You have a well informed gut, I think.

[@asyouwish8883]

Well said Marian serra. Dr Phil likes control and puts people " in their place " harshly , rudely and it's unnerving to me! Have you seen photos inside his home? Weird there are these weird stuffed cloth and dolls and almost every room and they almost look like his wife you're freaking weird

[@marianserra8371]

@@asyouwish8883 Thank you for the kind words but no,I have not seen photos of "Dr." Phil's home.; I don't think I would like too see it. Ugh! I find it interesting that Oprah, the women of great wisdom and deep intellectual thought, would support a man such as he. ( I was being facetious when it came to Oprah,BTW ) People take this man seriously and I find that irresponsible of the management of the Station; I wish they'd shut him down. He's slightly more dignified than "The Jerry Springer Show" ( is it still on the air?) however, I'm just one person with an opinion about him and not a corporate sponsor. The quickest way to cripple his show is by contacting his sponsors. Maybe someone can post a list of them and then we can do what our Founding FATHER'S and Mother's did; BOYCOTT. You have a good weekend! 👋 🇺🇸

[@marianserra8371]

@@barbarawarner4645 Thanks Barbara for the compliment ( it's 2 months old) I did not receive a notice you commented but did today ,(March 12, 2022) on another commentary. Thanks again, put your clock forward, ( unless you're AZ. Or from the Big and little Islands in the USA ) 🇺🇸 🇺🇦 ✌ 🇷🇺

[@DirtySanchez943]

I luv Dr todd. Bur here he comes off as a bit jelly bout ole Dr phill.

[@lorenfulghum2393]

I would pay anything to see Dr. Grande debate Dr. Phil!!!!!! Showdown of the century!

[@Auriflamme]

Personally, I don't think that would be particularly interesting. McGraw would just vacillate between bullying and self pitying behaviour and comments in an attempt to push buttons and dominate the stage. Meanwhile Dr Grande would become increasingly exasperated with Phil's petulant behaviour but remain professionally reserved.

[@wardaq7724]

@@Auriflamme how is Dr. Grande "professionally reserved" based on his videos? Most of his youtube content that I've seen is not very educational or professional, he's mostly just being salty and critical of people he makes videos about

[@pepelemoko01]

I'll ring Vince Mcmahon.

[@HerbGrowingLegal716]

Loren Fulghum more like a mental beat down . Dr Phil can not handle the heat .

[@amandaserena2007]

@@wardaq7724 What are you referring to specifically?

[@carmenalice3800]

I also wonder why he has his wife in the audience of every show staring at him adoringly and nodding in agreement with everything he says.

[@BijahD]

It's all for the SHOW! How is this not obvious to people??

[@jamiemckenna3668]

Me, too. I have wondered that as well.

[@reeshot]

Didn't Dr. Grande say McGraw gave up his license after having sex/inappropriate relations with a client? Maybe her being in the audience is her "reality therapy" (control?)

[@BijahD]

@@reeshot rest assured it's all for the show. She is a show prop - 100%

[@ediesongbird3163]

It’s weird almost like she doesn’t even have a life of her own I mean it probably takes hours a day

[@kmmc6940]

Wow!!! You’ve got my respect & a new sub. I have always felt this way about Phil but you’re the first professional I’ve ever seen to address this. I hurt for those clients that he roasts just to get applause from the crowd, especially when they’re genuinely admitting they’ve messed up and are there for help. Shameful.

[@kellyharney2385]

It’s sinister that so many people become filthy rich off of the suffering of others. He’s a wolf in sheep’s clothing.

[@DawnSTyler]

As someone who has done therapy for many years and been helped enormously by it, I cringe when I see anything from “Dr. Phil”. He makes me really angry because what he does gives people the wrong impression of what therapy could/should really be like and I imagine turns people that might be otherwise helped by it off. He does the whole field a disservice. Thanks for calling him out.

[@Mtz2604]

@Lorraine Thomson yikes! That sounds like a match made in hell

[@nicoleraheja8302]

I agree! It took me a long time to get the therapy help I needed and the Dr Phil show, among other things, did give me a false impression that made me think therapy would be awful

[@randijohansson8271]

Im not a therapist, Im just a geologist. And I also cringe when I see anything from Phil McGraw. I think that that most people can see through him and recognise that what he does is just not normal behaviour.

[@mousemd]

TY for your take. I really don't know Phil. Before your comment, I had no opinion one way or the other!

[@JerseyLynne]

@Lorraine Thomson I unsubscribed because of that, also the way they let. Bill Gates off the hook. They laughed about people who would say they were paid off.

[@sophiachan1237]

"Phil McGraw the TV show host". You are the best, Dr Grande.

[@kbowler9266]

I don't like the idea of someone being on tv and having conversation that should have doctor patient privilege. There is no trust and a vulnerable person can easily be taken advantage of. In this situation it probably has happened

[@42ayla]

Exactly. He starts off saying that in front of the audience and camera is a safe place to talk. Really? Has he not heard of a confidentiality agreement? Putz.

[@laurenguido2418]

Exactly. And if he really cared about the people that come to see him, he could meet with them in a back room instead of broadcasting them. Because I'm sure a lot of them have no other choice but to go on National television cuz they are manipulated by him and think he is there to help, which could not be farther from the truth. Also it makes me so mad that he threatens to call LAPD against people if they don't go on camera pretty much. It's honestly disgusting and he needs to be shut down immediately especially after the Shelley Duvall interview. Actually that wasn't even an interview that was him being a predator.

[@elenapashaeva1]

I think most of his guests wants to appear on TV, that’s why people willingly participate.

[@cheryllee81]

That's what I hate the most, people with problems are being taken advantage of.

[@laurab2859]

YES! This is the exact problem-- if you say you are a psychologist (practically a reality TV demigo, to themselves AND their fans) and ask broken, wounded, possibly suicidal or addicted people, as they are plummeting towards their "bottom" as it is, and you tell them they can be treated like royalty for a few days and be a star on tv as to boot... Well, there is NO WAY you will get a bunch of polite refusals like, “no, thank you, I'm headed to Paris that week for a stay at my pied a terre-- Ta!" No-- not a chance! It is FAR more likely that a bunch of mentally ill people who are SUFFERING in their own lives, will grab at any chance to escape from their own suffering. They may even KNOW that, EVEN THOUGH it is probably going to make their overall lives worse, at least getting pampered by Dr. Phil Show staff will make them feel better for a little while...

[@Velvet_Troubadour]

“Dr Phil” is not a PhD who happens to have a talk show, he’s a talk show host who happens to have a PhD.

[@calgal7828]

Exactly!

[@suzilindsay5931]

Well said.

[@jonathanthomas9677]

🏆🏆🏆

[@tomlewis5542]

Hey you dropped something oh wait it was knowledge

[@shannond1511]

Words have never been truer!!!

[@jonlee3081]

What is Dr. Phil's therapy modality?... make as much money as you can off a TV show.

[@janetlieb2507]

Yes! Same as nasty judge judy!!

[@gensoumusic2145]

Is it me or does Dr. Phil seem like he has some narcissistic traits???

[@donnacovington8997]

amen

[@buyerbware25]

1) breaking boundaries - he used his profession unethically to maintain a relationship with a client 2)self-aggrandizement - claims expertise in multiple fields with questionable vocabulary and credentials to back the claims to such expertise 3) excessive need for adulation (wife must gaze adoringly at him from the audience) 4) inflexibility, inability to go off script even in minor ways, inability to agree to disagree There's more. Before I knew what malignant narcissism is, I knew that Phil McGraw would not be someone to whom I would go for help.

[@gensoumusic2145]

@@buyerbware25 omg he really told his wife that?

[@buyerbware25]

@@gensoumusic2145 I don't know if he specifically ordered her to do that, but it seems really "stagey" when she does it - other commentors, feel free to chime in here if you don't see natural flow of action and emotions when the camera goes to Phil McGraw's wife. Seriously, it's as if she is an actress on her husband's show.

[@gensoumusic2145]

@@buyerbware25 Oh I see! That sounds creepy! I haven't really watched Dr. Phil so am unaware

[@shellyharry8189]

you nailed it! "Dr. " Phil is a joke. As an ER nurse for 15 years I've seen hundreds of people having mental health issues and no way would we bully, intimidate or humiliate them. Phil McGraw lacks empathy and has no ethical compass .

[@AmandaYee-yn9dk]

I agree he’s a bully nothing more

[@Salwerth2822]

Dr Phil-isms: “I’m just an old country boy ... “ = I’m trying to disarm you. “Uh huh” (while you’re speaking) = I don’t believe you, or I’m going to spring a “gotcha” in a few minutes. Wait and see. “Do you want to be happy or do you want to be right?” = Right fighting is wrong, even though I have never once admitted on any show that I could be wrong. So do as I say, not as I do. I’m sure you’ve found many more. I’ll start watching now.

[@MrMarckeedee]

All of these are examples of pandering to an audience to get viewers. His audience exists mostly of simpleton, low to average educated folks. These people embrace the “ah-shucks, I’m a simple country boy” act. Also keep things black:white, right/wrong terms because it’s easier for the audience. . Things that have gray-area or multiple variables relating to mental health conditions or a problem do not do well in a tv time slot, so keep it simple. Claiming to be the expert works because compared to everyone else watching and guests on the show he is MORE of an expert. Make sure to keep your audience dumb and get people on the show that are way to manipulate. And boom! You get ratings!

[@mayrawellington1130]

It seems his guests have to be humiliated publicly to finally get the “help” they need. People who are intelligent and nonjudgmental don’t ever have to brag about being experts and being nonjudgmental. He loves himself! He uses his sensational platform to sell his wife’s beauty products too! Thank you for this truthful analysis!💕

[@annesipe1318]

A Narricistic,Judge-mental, Shaming,Bully! A misogynist, his production staff are all women, (that seem to be financially dependent on the show) allowing him to be a controlling &demanding PRICK! Having his wife sit in the audience is very disturbing! She is no doubt forced to be the " supportive lil southern wife" I just know he holds money,fame,( so called "power" over her head)oooo, He is an insecure asshole that often reminds us of his education etc...lol ,While he manipulates his studio audience into Shaming unsuspecting,ppl at their most vulnerable...

[@niccolea2086]

Mayra Wellington he was one step up from Jerry Springer.

[@belindascott6916]

The majority of his guests are arseholes...

[@queenjeski591]

the ”i’m the least judgemental person i’ve ever met”-line is disgusting and he says it WAY to often

[@echase416]

And we know that shaming people just makes them sicker...

[@sventer198]

Therapist in training here and I am thankful to my wonderful lecturers for setting the bar high enough that “Dr. Phil” never passed. Good job D. Grande for being fair in your assessment here and pointing out what not to do. 👏🏻👏🏻

[@Smileygld123]

Thank you for your videos and analysis! I find them credible and interesting. I love your work!

[@RaysDad]

Dr. Phil is no longer a therapist, but he plays one on TV.

[@cutzymccall7675]

There it is. That's it exactly. He is "playing" a therapist and he's "playing" his audience with his phony "no modality modality."

[@maxfitnesstraining1585]

Don't forget he's always hawking his wife's skin care line, or his son Jay's book or app or whatever it is 🙄

[@michellesims6953]

😂😂😂

[@michellesims6953]

So, I'm not the only one who's over it. Lol

[@DirtySanchez943]

S o what. They all of excellent quality!!!

[@bailey2777]

All about the MONEY. It's definitely not therapy, it's disgusting actually 😣

[@DirtySanchez943]

I like our Dr Todd ere 2 the core but I sense he a bit jelly on ole Dr phill ere...

[@sweettina2]

You put things into words so well! I've noticed these things about him, too. It really irritates me when he bullies guests. He brags a lot! Every single episode we have to hear about the expert positions he's held and hiw long, and that he's a "mandated reporter". He does indeed take sides, not always the right one! His wife sells high dollar cosmetics seemingly under the guise of being connected to battered women. I assure you, those big bucks are in her bank account. I don't like kicking people when they're down, especially on the t.v.. He has made sport of some people, Shelley Duvall was one! Every painful second of that interview hurt my heart, I wanted to strangle him. I just saw you have a video on that episode, going to go watch it. If I can handle seeing that poor girl struggling again. I'm sure you handled it beautifully. Thanks Doc, I love to hear your analysis! Blessings.

[@leifjohansen1712]

Yesss, thank you! I use to call him the Jerry Springer of psychology, and people would get so offended😂

[@martcichocki5571]

Dr. Phil is neither helpful nor a very good counselor. I am like you, Not a fan. Too much drama & showboating for my taste. You, on the other hand, are Superlative, from my perspective. Calling out: polygraphs, MENSA, etc, has been informative & enlightening. Glad you don't have his abrasive, coarse & glib attitude. Bravo, Dr. Grande! PS: great observation about his projections & crassness.

[@ladymopar2024]

I agree 1000000000%

[@jamiemckenna3668]

Well put, Mart

[@marcirobins5144]

Mart Cichocki He’s not a counselor, he’s a Doctor. He does good work, however, the tv aspect- music and non-effects- can be a bit much. And as far as counselors/therapists, there are competent and incompetent ones. I’ve had both.

[@mr.F.Castle]

He never wanted to help anyone but himslef as I see it. Its entertainment and many people find it entertaining to humilate disabled people.

[@maryfisher6569]

It is a middle class version of Jerry Springer.....a millions thumbs down! he is a clown

[@holly.earendil5187]

The point about delusions really hit home for me! I had never considered why that was so problematic before but now that I’ve worked in psychosis, I can see how completely abhorrent it is.

[@Elaine-tk7nx]

Thank you so much for this insightful and balanced video. I uses to watch "Dr Phil" years ago in my twenties before I trained as a counsellor and couldn't believe the frankly egotistical and misguided "therapy" being meted out. Thanks for confirming my thoughts all these years later!

[@jamesheady7216]

The episodes of his show that piss me off the most are the ones where he brings on so-called “Troubled Teens”, only to send them in to the Troubled Teen Industry. Also there’s the fact that a couple of times on his show when discussing certain LGBT issues, he had on as the opposing side, representatives from Focus on the Family. Add in how he somehow always bring up his own born-again Christianity, then who he is and what he stands for starts to make a sad sort of sense, especially being sad with what he does to kids who are suffering. I recently graduated with a degree in addiction counseling, and I learned about things like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psycho-Analysis and Psycho-Dynamic Theory among other areas of counseling, most of which I don’t hear Phil mention in most of his shows. Oh, and the Bullshit terms he mentions such as “Outrageous Over-Shadowing like what the fuck does that even mean? I put in a lot of work both in hours, energy and focus to get my degree, and also had to really focus and prove myself while working on getting my degree especially since I’m totally blind, and to see how Phil makes not only a mockery of counseling, but also treats people like shit under the guise of helping them is absolutely disgusting. I hope this season of his show is his last, or at least close to being his last! Thanks for this video!

[@stephenpowstinger733]

Very sorry you're blind. Good luck.

[@cutzymccall7675]

Exactly, James. I think so, too.

[@katvtay]

Stephen Powdexter That kind of comment is unnecessary even though I think you probably said it with good intentions.

[@CanadianMonarchist]

I'm a born-again Christian myself, but I agree with you about the "Troubled Teen Industry."

[@kathyclark8274]

His constant bowing and scraping to the evangelical community is probably what annoys me the most. Real therapists generally try to avoid revealing or discussing specific identifying info re themselves. This is done for a number of reasons, but the focus should be primarily on the client, not the therapist, except as it concerns their credentials and/or education.

[@disrxt]

I've heard a very disturbing anecdote about the Dr. Phil Show. He had an alcoholic on the show who appeared drunk on set. The accusation is that the producers made sure the person had access to alcohol backstage in order to make sure they would be intoxicated during the show.

[@samanthapeters8314]

The problem with this accusation is it could be half true. Some alcoholics start having seizures if they go without alcohol for too long. Alcoholics really need to speak with their doctor before quitting alcohol. So the doctor can make a plan for them to gradually quit alcohol.

[@We_Are_All_Vultures]

@@samanthapeters8314 this person had years of recovery (if it's the same story)

[@AliciaGuitar]

I remember that. It even inspired a Law & Order (or something like it) episode i think.

[@laurenguido2418]

I just watched that episode today, he also said someone handed him a xanax. Plus the videos leading up to him being on stage, he was nowhere near that drunk, he was trying to detox himself and only drinking 2 shots every 5 hours, and then he comes out PLASTERED. At the very least staff should have made sure he couldn't get alcohol at all besides to keep him from seizing if he was "so close to death"

[@SugarBunny119]

@@hansslane7080 err that's not true. At all. Alcohol withdrawals are extremely painful, but I've gone through them probably around a dozen times. People need help for alcohol addiction even before they get withdrawals that are so severe they kill you, and we're still alcoholics even if we haven't spent the last 20 years drinking nonstop. I'm on 36 hours of my current withdrawal and it's so severe that I'm having hallucinations and all the other symptoms of dangerous withdrawal. Ill breathe a sigh of relief after the next 36 hours, because then I'll more than likely be out of the range of DTs and seizure. Again, I've gone through these withdrawals many times, and even managed several months of sobriety between them.

[@foxwyrick1]

I love your videos, but this is the first one where I see you very relaxed, chatty and confident. You're not just relaying the info, you're sharing it as if we were one on one. Your head movements and facial expressions are disarming, and make me want to keep listening! Is this because Dr. Phil is a well known topic for you? I'm a huge fan , thanks for your videos and analysis.

[@amani7753]

"i'm not asking myself why you are in this situation, I'm asking myself why NOT" 😂😂😂😂 Every episode

[@dongross6624]

Here’s another one; If we could look inside your head it would scare us to death.😑😳

[@imperialloot5313]

Dr. Grande, I gotta' say, I really find your videos very interesting! And I also very much so appreciate how you speak your mind, and intelligently articulate your thoughts "straight down the middle" very good content and great remarks all-around!!

[@yoitsrami]

I think Phil McGraw is a narcissist

[@sl5311]

This is true. See my post above.

[@JoJo-dj9ek]

Interesting.

[@cutzymccall7675]

Absolutely. His booming, smug voice is a good indication of that.

[@lechatnoir157]

I really love the polite and informative way Dr. Grande throws shade at people.

[@b5904]

Can you do a video on Dr. Oz? He seems to be telling women that they just don't measure up. He's dangerous.

[@cydkriletich6538]

Oz is a huckster. Always selling something.

[@lesleyboeder1798]

I agree. But the young lady's today have a queen mentality. And they have a scene of entitlement ..

[@batwom4304]

@@lesleyboeder1798 speak for yourself.

[@Tawroset]

@@lesleyboeder1798 What the hell is a "scene of entitlement"??? And I only know of two queens: Elizabeth the 2nd and Ru-Paul.

[@TheGladeGirl]

@@lesleyboeder1798 I agree with you …. A lot of people I know call it the “Princess Syndrome” !

[@jackspring7709]

His mockery of Shelley Duvall in that interview he did with her made me lose a lot of respect for him.

[@kaykerley8786]

Sick, pathetic BULLY!!((

[@kaykerley8786]

Extremely narcissistic!!

[@TheDweeb002]

Who tf is Shelley Duvall?

[@jackspring7709]

@@TheDweeb002 She was actress, quite famous in the 70s and eithies: she starred in Stanley Kubrick's film The Shining, which is probably the most famous film she was in: a wikipedia search will do the rest.

[@texastea5686]

@@TheDweeb002 are you serious?

[@misslinda772]

Can’t wait until you get one million subscribers Dr. Grande!

[@julielevinge266]

I’m from UK so have seen very little of Dr Phil, but having had extensive counselling, the major difference I find astonishing that he continually desires to find out who’s to blame. This has never happened to me, in fact I’ve been taught more why people behave in a certain way, how to deal with it. No blame is ever attached to anyone. He’s appears to be rather self important, but that comes with the success he has had is bound to sadly lead to this! I’m just very relieved every never met a Dr Phil in real life, as I’m sure I’d still be hospitalised now!!! Photographs are astonishing to the rest of the world, as experts without a financial interest seem to agree it’s accurately is the same as tossing a coin.

[@caryulmer7063]

Thank you for your channel Dr. Grande. I always find your videos interesting, you're always fair & unbiased in your comments & I think your videos are very helpful for people wanting to understand a bit more about these topics. Dr. Phil in my opinion is making a living from entertaining off the backs of people's troubles. I don't mean to be judgemental about him, & perhaps the help he gets them outside of the show is valuable, but it seems over time he's lost sight of helping people in favor of providing viewer entertainment instead.

[@r.a.contrerasma8578]

You, sir, will never be known only as Todd Grande. Thank you! Dr. (Now please do that Oz guy.)

[@dianamarie5663]

I just watched a few minutes of today's Phil Show out of curiosity and sure enough, Phil started talking over his guest who was trying to state his sincerity in changing.

[@joesther8058]

I'm a Dr Phil fan from the start but you make some very good points and observations! Thank you for enlightening us to just be aware. You are very interesting to listen to expertise on him and the show! Thank You!!!! I enjoy knowledge shared from people like you and Dr Phil!!

[@scasey1960]

Thanks for correcting the damage done by this TV quack

[@maxpanicked1451]

I'm channeling my addictive personality into bingeing your videos. Thanks for the positive outlet!

[@andrewschultz6608]

Thanks for this. Dr. Phil rubbed me the wrong way and I was aware of some of his ethical corner cutting, but a part of me said "oh, I wouldn't be gung ho enough to follow his useful advice about me." I'm grateful for the further breakdown that helps dispel "Oh, I just didn't know enough about him yet. I have to watch him more before I judge."

[@LieutenantBonk]

Thank you. Dr Phil has always bugged me. It's been decades since I studied psychology( and only Bachelors level), but I thought Dr. Phil was using a distorted Rational Emotive Therapy. If RET is still a thing. In addition, I can't remember the term, but we also studied a dysfunctional treatment relationship were the therapist seems to be getting more from the sessions than the patient - dominance, power, whatever. Very good channel.

[@catherinehartmann1501]

Yes! Answered some questions about a crooked therapist I encountered; and it helped make me look at some of my own attitudes. Thank you!

[@OdinOfficialEmcee]

I could have swore you were building up throughout the episode to saying he was showing strong signs of narcissism lol

[@Catlily5]

Dr. Grande is not diagnosing anyone... just speculating... And probably does want to get sued!

[@melissakafka5994]

I thought he was too that's all I think I'm not a doctor but it's not hard to tell when someone is that bad I know from first hand experience and its a horrible thing. No one should ever be treated like that especially by someone who says there a doctor doesn't matter if he "gave up his license" (was probably because if he didn't they woulda took it and just trying to make it look better) or not its Dr.Phil if you didn't want to be classified as a doctor take thAt part out of your show. Way back when it first started was good now its horrible I can't even watch

[@pricla777]

7:52 "He couldn't resist talking about himself". So true. Thank you Dr. Grande, for your insightful analysis of McGraw. I used to watch his show in the beginning, but lost interest because he would make fun of his clients (guests) on national TV.

[@hopieelliott6053]

I am so glad that I found you, totally by accident too❣You are so cool and you know what you are talking about. God's blessings to you.❤

[@marynadewet4634]

In one show I heard his wife say to a guess/participant on the phone that if she quits she won't get paid (something along those lines). When I watch the Dr Phil shows I often get the feeling that it has been staged...like with some 'wrestling matches'. I suspect the whole show became a 'charade' of some sorts. It is all very sad and Psychologists and Counsillors should distance themselves from it. Well done, dr Grande. (From South Africa)

[@donedennison9237]

A counselor once told me to not watch any talk shows because they are 45 minutes of a problem with only 15 minutes of any solutions. I see and agree with your conclusions and wanted to mention that one reason McGraw seems so "prosecutorial" is he did jury evaluations and that's where he met Oprah. I have a tiny defense of Dr. Phil in a story about a mom with a screaming little kid. He told the mom that she was stressing her child out. He said back off and the child will back off. I found value in that as a daughter of a very critical mother. Like I felt less alone knowing that mothers could be creating the problems I thought were MY problems. All the things outlined in this video and more are definitely more of why I haven't watched in years. Thank you.

[@willyjansson3995]

Brilliant! Dr. Grande! Greetings from northern Europe.

[@gabrielagabyrodriguez72]

Thank you for this video, It bugs me deep that he is viewed as a therapist

[@mirjanadolenec3099]

Dr. Grande, you're 🤓 as fun 😁 and informative as I'm 🧐 looking at this video for the third time. Loves from Sweden. 🍀

[@lizsays3324]

Dr. Grande watches Dr. Phil exactly the same way I (and all other dog trainers) watch Caesar Milan. With horror and frustration. TV 'experts' create so much extra work for people who actually do that job.

[@kessiawright1710]

There were all those kids he sent to "The Ranch" that turned out that they were being abused. He sometimes will yell at people who doesn't deserve it.

[@ShadowSong634]

Thank you for bringing this up! The exploitation and trauma only begins on his show........ then the real trauma begins with the centers or wilderness camps he sends people to.

[@judowrestlerka]

Phil McGraw knows NOTHING about substance use disorder and does DAMAGE to these people who have these issues. He "gave up" his license because he would have LOST IT if he went to an ethics board review.

[@Langkowski]

I saw some minutes of a Dr. Phil episode. A family had reached out to him about their teenage son that they were having some kind of problems with. So the next scene we saw a camera team inside their house opening the son's bedroom door, and there he was, sleeping in his bed and waking up with lots of strangers around him, filming him. Then he was in the studio, listening to Dr. Phil telling his parents how they should send him away, and he started crying. Not sure how such himiliation could help the boy with whatever his struggles were.

[@60-second-HACKS]

You may find that his producers do a pre-interview and determine a story-line for the show. Of course, Quick Draw would be rocked by any deviation. It's interesting to see him interviewed and the way he side-steps questions about his qualifications.

[@Narcshield]

I listened to this video this am. I am so glad you did this. Where I once enjoyed Dr. Phil in his early years I grew to feel he was more narcissistic in nature and this turned me off . My daughter likes his show and so we recently had a discussion about it and why I felt the way I did and visa versa. I really enjoy your videos as I have said. Thank you and I hope you will continue to do them . :)

[@CYndibabI]

great 👍🏻 video! I noticed things too for 1 there’s tooooo many commercials 🤣 on a SERIOUS note I noticed phil will get these guest on his show that are so sick barely able to even travel to get to the studio in their sick condition once there after the entire show at the end still does NOT provide the guest with any kind of therapy or help they truly need! phil only cares about ratings a lot of things you pointed out I’ve noticed! thank you for this important video!

[@maryt1127]

Thank you! I was just watching a recent show on KZbin and I was totally shocked about how unprofessional the show seemed. The Dr. Seemed totally biased and jumped to speculative conclusions. Totally shocking for a psychologist. In my opinion that show portrays a wrong picture of actual therapy. People should take the show as it it ... entertainment ... but not seriously.

[@leeanne0716]

Really appreciate your videos.. They've helped me so much in topics that its hard to talk about when you're living with a narcissist!

[@Melissa0774]

I wish somebody who goes on the Dr. Phil show would vlog the whole entire experience from beginning to end, starting from when the producers first contacted them, to when the show aired on TV. Record all their phone calls with the producers, save all their emails, and maybe even go as far as using a hidden camera to record their interactions in the studio and maybe even the show itself, from their point of view. Then release the videos on KZbin well after the show aired. But I'm sure that they probably sign all kinds of legal agreements saying that they won't do stuff like that and the show would probably sue them into oblivion and immediately remove the videos, if they did. I sure wish someone would try it, though. There are some videos on KZbin where people talk about what happened when they went on the show, but no one who went on for any serious reason like a mental illness. Dr. Phil really sells himself as someone who serves to educate people about mental health. He hooks up his guest with expensive high end treatment and therapy they probably couldn't get if they didn't go on the show. I've seen family members of some of his former guest post on some forums that they help the show got them, totally turned their life around for the better. I've seen others, such as a woman who called the Howard Stern show, for example, say that it was a total waste of time and they were humiliated. Dr. Phil is actually highly involved with the mental health scene in California. He's involved with a lot of mental health related non profit organizations. He's good friends with Charles Sophy, who is the medical director of the LA Department of Children and Family Services.

[@teemadarif8243]

this was so good dr.grande , thank you! to me , he does come off like he's giving them a chance to incriminate themselves ..or no . And it's also for entertainment purposes for the most part. I take it for what it is .

[@dannydora1096]

Dr Todd Grande should have his own TV show would be much better therapy than Dr Phil

[@SusanHL]

Amen.

[@jaklumen]

Sure... if it was on streaming services. I don't think he'd reach many more new audiences on cable or broadcast TV.

[@HexagonNightmare]

Respectfully disagree. I think televised therapy with any doctor could risk very bad consequences for the patients. Also I think it puts the doctor, whomever it is, in a bad situation. This man here seems wise enough to decline such an opportunity.

[@fiona-lyons]

When I started watching I thought he seemed calm and like he had all the answers. After a while I noticed he left so many things unresolved and sent every second guest elsewhere. It seems like he stirs things up, opens wounds and when the viewers have had enough of the drama, he sends them off for someone to "fix". It's almost a blood sport. Not great viewing unless you enjoy watching people suffer.

[@carolstrunc2635]

There was one show of Phil McGraw’s that made me discontinue watching him completely. It featured a young woman who apparently was addicted to Hydrocodone, and willing to come on the show to seek help. One of the first questions he asked her was how many pills she took per day, and her answer was quite a bit. She seemed to be a well-mannered, intelligent young lady who answered his questions as honestly as she was able. He then asked her if she took any pills before coming to the studio that day, and she replied that she did. Suddenly he became arrogant, self-righteous and accusatory and said: “Are you telling me you came on this show high? How dare you have the audacity to do so!” The girl was taken aback, and became meek from his overpowering feigned anger, and was almost tongue-tied from then on. My heart went out to her because if she was addicted to this drug, and came on the show without having taken any, she would be having withdrawal symptoms, or stomach issues, or extreme anxiety. My reaction to that whole scenario was a total loss of confidence in anything he said from then on, and I have never watched another show. What kind of therapist shames his clients in front of an audience in a way that leaves them worse off than when they came in. The poor girl should have said: “Why do you think I came here in the first place if not to get help in stopping this addiction?” The man is worthless in my eyes.

[@carolinehobson7365]

I think counseling should be private. It does bother me that it’s shown on tv.

[@cynthiar7350]

I thought his explanation of understanding an anaphylactic reaction to the “black pepper allergy” lady was odd; explaining he knows medically whats happening b/c he understands the “curve of the mucus membranes & airways shutting down.” As a nurse, this didn’t make a lot of sense to me.

[@patticake4566]

In my opinion, his show started out better than what it has become. It seemed to be focused towards more considerate attempts to get clients help while showing viewers that help is within reach. But I believe as it grew in popularity, the Dr Phil “Brand” / soundbite type therapy took over, and the embarrassment of guests started and crime solving situations started. Last time I tried to watch it, I didn’t recognize the show at all.

[@sherrynelson1508]

Oh my gosh. I'm so glad to see someone with an honest and professional perspective on this subject. He is a creation of Oprah Winfrey. He is a egomaniac. It scares me this man has such a platform to operate out of. Being a creation of Oprah puts him in an untouchable realm . A prime example of how being a media insider puts you above the truth in today's twisted societal creations.

[@rockybrown4164]

When the show first started years ago I went with my sister to a taping session. His producers work with the guest on the phone and he receives a packet of prepared info. He spent less that five minutes with his 3 guest that day. I knew they he’s playing a role.

[@pattycakes9691]

A lot of people don’t know he lived in Topeka Kansas and had a health club that sold lifetime membership and with all of his success has never acknowledged it or gave some kind of offer to these people I find that disgusting

[@GRa-gs8ku]

Thank you Dr. Grande! I have always thought Phil treats his guests poorly. He embarrasses them and even bullies them into doing or saying what he believes they should say. He has this self righteous attitude that he is always right. He also claims that he is the most open minded person. On the contrary, he in not open minded and very judgmental. I'm so happy that someone else sees this man for who he really is!

[@lavernelesznik6750]

Why would a “patient” on Dr Phils show, choose to appear, airing their dirty laundry? Some people seeking help, will hurt their partner with secrets and problems that truly are abusive. Why would Dr Phil allow this?

[@rogerwilco4736]

For $$$$$$

[@DeeSlimVision]

@@rogerwilco4736 definitely

[@Joelswinger34]

If you want to solve problems, you have to talk about them. Not necessarily on Phil's show though, of courss.

[@kimicook7739]

IT'S SCRIPTED!!!

[@nancykerrigan]

You're right on the narcissism thing. I remember watching the early episodes where he asks the guest if they read his book(s) and when they say no he looks at the audience like, "Well see that's why you're messed up because you didn't read my book!"😆 I'm like sure Doc because if everyone read your book then there wouldn't be a need for your show!

[@KathrynAnnWilliams]

I totally agree with your assessment! Please do Iylanya Vanzant

[@AllanBorch]

Wow! -I never thought about those issues! I just assumed that Dr. Phil, was right... I guess it's the celebrity factor, and that he is advertised in a manor, where people automatically assumes that he is a "leading professional". Thank you for this incredible insight! 😊

[@jameswasilchen7903]

My issue: "Is there a doctor in the house?" There's a PhD in physics in the house, a PhD in chemistry, a PhD in psychology, a PhD in mathematics. Do any of these people qualify to answer to the affirmative when a doctor is needed?

[@barbarawarner4645]

That’s an “issue “ all right. Perhaps you are misinterpreting the word “doctor”. The word designates a level of education. You can obtain that level in many fields. It usually takes a lot of time, a lot of work and some brain power. I think you’ve confused it with the word physician which is a person with a doctorate in medicine.

[@jameswasilchen7903]

@@barbarawarner4645 There are PHD's in my family, and all are not store bought.

[@jameswasilchen7903]

@@barbarawarner4645 And all do not respond to "doctor'.

[@elizabethk3238]

Oprah has a lot to answer for by releasing Phil McGraw and Dr Oz on our world.

[@cyndigooch1162]

Elizabeth K I've been saying this for many years about Phil McGraw and you'd be right about Dr Oz too! I haven't seen many of the latter person's shows though. I was even thinking about writing something, then saw your comment. I used to love watching Oprah on TV here in Australia and looked up to her, due to having simliar trauma in my past, yet ended up more traumatised while watching some of her shows. She seems to lack empathy as well, which is a shame. I've been expecting her to apologise for assisting Phil McGraw to get where he is and I'm thinking that I'll be waiting forever. 🙁

[@laughingdog6010]

I haven’t had a tv in years, but I remember my mom watching his show years ago. She was a fan and I would watch the show with her. I found the show to be a strange form of entertainment. Recently I was at my sister’s house and Phil show was on. It appeared to be identical to the show I watched years previous. It reminded me of soap operas. You can watch them for years and they’re always the same story.

[@thesavagesenior2047]

Wow you've obviously watched a lot of Dr Phil as have I. It's very entertaining 🤣

[@celestebredin6213]

The very idea of having therapy sessions on a stage is destructive and dangerous

[@Cosmic_Code]

Was looking forward to this urgent relevant elaborative part II of the Doctor Phil analysis. It was rather good. I stored some open disdain for Doctor Phil, in my insight over the many years I followed him from close and afar, in my own dwellings of analysis that is. He's self-righteous, he got the crowd on his side all the time like his a god. He can't stand smart people who think more complicated or challenge his simplistic way of thinking at times. I only like the fact that his somehow strong believer in sticking together as a couple through thick and thin/fire and ice. It's obvious he does not care about people often, nor dig very deep at times. He loves to ridicule people operating on many facets, people who are sometimes given a downtrodden path in life is also an easy target. He will turn to his audience in the face of a confrontational disaster or being challenge too hard intellectually. I absolutely despise him making fun of people the way he does. Its quite concerning his such an authority that other authorities sit like lapdogs in his studio to be on his show. Good point about his top scientist Jack Trimarco. They all go there in order to boost their own business and audiences. His high on commercials for people and doubt his thoroughly reading or writing many of the simple books his putting out. I like your first video on this where you state there is no good reason for a client ever to appear on a doctor Phil show. My deceased father would love your type of content. He really would. He was a leading expert in stress and work-environment herein Scandinavia. He also had a large also has a portion of endless curiosity for many aspects of the health clinician environment and society over-all. He loved humble, yet, smart people like you. He liked people who could give the other side of the story. He was not as good in English as he wished though. He was born in 1942 on a farm here in Denmark. So English was not taught very well then. My English is better in person than writing perhaps. I admire your channel for its content a lot. It's very profound. We need more people like you in this world. My Russian linguist wife is a great admirer also:) You are a good fact-checker because you challenge this reality in front of our very eyes. Very stimulating for my thoughts. Regards from a Viking man up North.

[@robertschott9715]

I actually met Mr. Mcgraw He stopped for gas at the gas station I was working at. His car would not start. As we were pushing his car out of the way. We put a small line of pain in my car. He gave me a little note pat and said about the event if the insurance needed anything. He was able to start. Then he headed west towards the sunset

[@Theohybrid]

It's interesting. The Dr. Phil show helped me towards learning about Psychology but nowadays, I dont think it's the same.

[@pattyward710]

one thing that really bothers me is when he tells parents of spoiled kids that" I don't ask myself why they act out, I ask " why not"! giving not much scolding to the kids like the parents are always 100% wrong .. what are your thoughts dr

[@adrianaclark8498]

Oh, Yay! That's why I quit watching him years ago! Not being a therapist I couldn't put my finger on why I didn't like this man. I could only think he was detestable. I see now that my decision to wipe him off my T.V. screen should still stand. Thanks for clarifying it.

[@rullmourn1142]

Phil, the circus master clown.

[@janetlieb2507]

Perfect description!

[@amethystsage1442]

The quote he likes to use, “no matter how flat you make a pancake it’s still got two sides.” kills me damn every time.

[@Denise00700]

The fact that his wife sits in the audience makes me wonder why she would. That is very out of the ordinary.

[@melissagregoire9278]

Isn't the term for that "Celebrity by Association." I've seen the vid where Robin packs her hubby's lunch and gym bag. I'm confused frankly, is that devotion or one hand washes your mother? Let's set the role of Women back a couple of decades Robin!! Is that the pact you made on the day you said "I'll do and do and do it some more." I get it, he ain't much to look at but he's got what really counts. A huge bank account!

[@kathyclark8274]

The reason his wife is there is so she can peddle on TV the skin care line she has recently developed to make more moolah for them!

[@brendamorrissette6359]

@@kathyclark8274 She looks like she has had some sort of face work, facelift, botox etc.

[@tabby73]

Maybe he needs supervision backstage ... wouldn't surprise me tbh

[@brendafrank1022]

Watching dr grande on dr phil THANK YOU!!