Dr. Phil Daytime

Get Off My Back!

Written by Dr. Phil Staff | May 11, 2025

Friday, May 16, 2025

Are you tired of hearing, “That’s not good enough,” or “You’re doing it wrong”? In this emotionally charged episode, Dr. Phil meets guests who have been labeled controlling, combative, and overly critical by the people closest to them.

Their loved ones say they’re constantly being nitpicked, second-guessed, and made to feel like they can’t do anything right. But the guests say they’re just trying to help—or that they don’t realize how harsh they’ve become.

As tensions boil over, Dr. Phil steps in to uncover what’s really driving the need to control. Are these behaviors rooted in fear, trauma, or a lack of trust? And can the families learn to set healthy boundaries and communicate with respect before their relationships fall apart for good? It's a powerful conversation about accountability, emotional exhaustion, and the urgent need for change.