Dr. Phil

Dr. Phil

Created by Oprah Winfrey, Phil McGraw

On Syndication

2002–202321 seasons3566 episodes42 min4.5 / 10

A long-running therapeutic talk show that pairs serious behavioral and emotional subject matter with an optimistic, solution-oriented framework and the reassurance of weekly resolution.

Using the power of television. European-American, Dr. Phil McGraw presents compelling stories about real people with a variety of emotional and behavioral problems, stripping away the shame and embarrassment that too often keep people from seeking help. It’s a show that is suppose to help people with their problems and to find a solution on live TV .

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