Ep 98. Dr. Phil, You Saved Me Once, Can You Save Me Again? Now I'm Addicted to a Raging Husband and My Kids Are Paying the Price!

A woman named Jessica appears on the show, desperate for help from Dr. Phil once again. She previously appeared on the show seeking help for an unhealthy relationship with a man named Richard, whom she had been with for several years. Dr. Phil advised her to leave the relationship and focus on herself and her children. Jessica followed his advice and left Richard, but now she finds herself in a similar situation with a new partner, Matt, who is also abusive.

Jessica explains to Dr. Phil that Matt is very controlling and has isolated her from her family and friends. He also physically abuses her and she fears for her safety, as well as for the safety of her children. Despite the abuse, Jessica admits that she still loves Matt and doesn't know how to leave the relationship.

Dr. Phil speaks with Matt and immediately recognizes his aggressive behavior. He points out that Matt is using tactics of emotional and psychological abuse to control Jessica. Dr. Phil confronts Matt about his behavior and urges him to seek help for his anger issues.

Throughout the episode, Dr. Phil offers guidance to Jessica and encourages her to focus on her own well-being and the well-being of her children. He also stresses the importance of seeking professional help for the trauma she's experienced.

As the episode unfolds, Dr. Phil digs deeper into the root of Jessica's struggles with abusive relationships. He uncovers that Jessica grew up in a household with a father who was also abusive towards her mother. Dr. Phil explains that this upbringing can create patterns of behavior that may lead to repeating cycles of abuse in adulthood.

Dr. Phil offers resources and support for Jessica to break free from the cycle of abuse and encourages her to seek therapy to work through her own trauma.

Overall, the episode highlights the importance of recognizing and addressing patterns of abuse in relationships, as well as the need for professional help for both the person experiencing the abuse and the abuser. It also sheds light on the impact of childhood trauma on adult relationships and the importance of seeking therapy to break free from these cycles.