Dr. Phil

Dr. Phil McGraw: Trusted Mental Health Expert and Media Pioneer

Dr. Phil McGraw, renowned mental health expert and host of the top-rated daytime program Dr. Phil for 21 seasons, has been a trusted authority in the field.

Launching Merit Street Media with TBN

In early 2023, he announced his retirement from daytime TV and launched Merit Street Media alongside TBN, creating a premier multi-platform destination media brand anchored by his nightly program Dr. Phil Primetime.

Dr. McGraw's unique ability to make complex information accessible has distinguished him both among viewers and within his profession. He has received numerous accolades, including a Presidential Citation from the American Psychological Association, five PRISM Awards, and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Before his television career, Dr. McGraw founded Courtroom Sciences, Inc., a groundbreaking trial science firm that inspired the hit CBS series BULL. He is also the author of nine #1 New York Times best sellers and hosts two popular podcasts.

Dr. McGraw and his wife, Robin, are known for their philanthropic work, particularly in advocating for children and families. They established When Georgia Smiled, a foundation funding projects benefiting disadvantaged children and families and battling domestic violence.

Dr. McGraw earned a doctoral degree in clinical psychology from the University of North Texas and a postdoctoral fellowship in forensic psychology from the Wilmington Institute. He lives in Dallas, Texas, with his wife, and they are devoted to their family, including their children and grandchildren.