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Recent Role:
Himself on The Herd – Radio Simulcast
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Born:
9-1-1950
Birthplace:
Texas, USA
AKA:
Dr. Phil
Psychologist, life strategist, television host. Born in 1950 in Oklahoma, Dr. Phil was raised both there and in Texas. He grew up to become a 6-foot-4-inch linebacker and was awarded a football scholarship to the University of Tulsa. He finished his degree at Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls, Texas. Later, in just four years, he picked up his master's and Ph.D. in psychology at the University of North Texas. In 1979, Dr. Phil opened a practice with his father, who earned his psychology degree at the age of 40.
After going into private practice, Dr. Phil soon realized
… More one-on-one therapy wasn't for him. He then launched a popular self-motivation seminar called Pathways. And in 1989, he built a company called Courtroom Sciences. The venture helped trial lawyers build cases using psychology by conducting mock trials, behavioral analysis, jury selection and mediation.

It was through Courtroom Sciences that Dr. Phil met Oprah Winfrey. In 1996, she was being sued by cattlemen who claimed she defamed the beef industry on one of her shows, and Oprah hired Dr. Phil to assist during the trial. After helping her win the case in 1998, Dr. Phil became a regular expert on Oprah, dealing with life strategies and relationships. With his catchphrase, "Get real," the plain-spoken Texan served up common sense advice rather than self-help jargon. His tough demeanor made him a psychologist that even men felt comfortable listening to.

In the fall of 2002, he launched his own nationally syndicated series, Dr. Phil. Along with conducting motivational seminars across the country, he is the author of three New York Times bestsellers.

» His fourth, which outlines strategies for weight managemnt, is in the works.
Dr. Phil has been married to his wife, Robin, since 1976. They have two sons, Jay and Jordan.

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    Once a texan, always a texan. hide show

    Dr. Phil is overrated to a high extent. Psychology does not always apply to real life situations in crisis. He thinks he is so smart, but he's never had some of the problems that other have had and its easy to sit back and analyze when you don't have to worry about the things that some of his guest have to worry about. Now he has done some good things and he is a bright person when it comes to trying to help people. The thing is that he really can't put himself into other people's shoe, which in my opinion, is a big part of psychology. Overall, I have to say that Dr. Phil McGraw is overrated. Thank you.

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    cactusjack39 Added Jan 24, 2009 All my reviews
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    10 Perfect
    If you have a problem, Dr. Phil sees through you like your made of glass. hide show

    Dr. Phil helps people with a problem and he does so in a way in which the doesn't beat around the bush. Often times he will get a person the proffesional help they need. Of course, they have to be willing to cooperate. He is an author of several good books that can really help improve your life. He always teaches people to respect one another and to set boundaries such as when he says "Good fences make good neighbors." The advice he offers is applicable to anyone and if you think about it, is really very logical. I highly recommend reading his books and watching his television program on ABC.

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    Merhimek Added Aug 26, 2007 All my reviews
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    10 Perfect
    Dr. Phil McGraw shots it 2 u straight...no sugar coating from this 1! hide show

    Dr. Phil is an amazing man, he lets the guest tell their side of the story and then he tells them how he feel they can change their current situation! And there is no sugar-coating going w/this man...that is what I love about him! And the fact that he is willing to offer help 2 every1 that comes on his show that needs! He is an awesome person! Definetley an all-time great n my book! I remember when he was on oprah show helpig people then got his own show!! That was the best thing yet!! ***** 5 Stars! U r awesome in everything u do!

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    sthrnpixie73 Added Dec 6, 2006 All my reviews
 

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