Historical Figure
Phil McGraw
b. 1950
American television host and psychologist (born 1950)
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Biography
Phillip Calvin McGraw, better known as Dr. Phil, is an American television personality and author who hosted the talk show Dr. Phil. He holds a doctorate in clinical psychology, though he ceased renewing his license to practice psychology in 2006.
Timeline
The story of Phil McGraw, told in moments.
Earned a doctorate in clinical psychology from the University of North Texas. Ran a private practice, then co-founded Courtroom Sciences, a litigation consulting firm.
Appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show as a consultant during the Amarillo cattle trial. Oprah liked his blunt style. He became a weekly guest, then a regular.
Launched Dr. Phil, a syndicated talk show. It was the highest-rated debut since Oprah's in 1986. The show ran for 21 seasons.
Stopped renewing his license to practice psychology. He said he didn't need one to host a TV show. Critics noted he still dispensed psychological advice on air.
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Artifacts (15)
The Family First Workbook: Specific Tools, Strategies, and Skills for Creating a Phenomenal Family
In-depth group and individual exercises, scripts, and self-tests take Dr Phil's bestselling Family First messages to the next level and give parents the concrete tools they need to help their children...
I Was a Really Good Mom Before I Had Kids, I'd Trade My Husband for a Housekeeper, Dirty Little Secrets
Three hilarious and insightful books on getting through the challenges of modern motherhood—featuring interviews with moms around the country. This bundle gives you three books for the price of two...
Powerful Phrases for Successful Interviews: Over 400 Ready-to-Use Words and Phrases That Will Get You the Job You Want
The job market is full of qualified applicants--which means the next position you apply for will be filled by the candidate who gives the right answers. How confident are you that your responses are...
Just When You're Comfortable in Your Own Skin, It Starts to Sag: Rewriting the Rules to Midlife
The irrepressible authors of I'd Trade My Husband for a Housekeeper are back to dish about the trials—and triumphs—of midlife. Delivered in the voice of a close friend, this clever and insightful...
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