KANSAS CITY, Mo (Reuters) - The mother of missing infant Lisa Irwin on Friday tearfully denounced "insane theories" she had something to do with the girl's disappearance four months ago. In an appearance with TV psychologist Dr. Phil McGraw, ...  'It's not a circus, it's my baby': Devastated mother of missing Baby Lisa ...Daily Mail - Feb 3, 2012 By Daily Mail Reporter Breaking nearly three months of silence, mother Deborah Bradley told Dr Phil Friday that the search for her one-year-old daughter Lisa is 'not a circus.' Her daughter Lisa Irwin vanished last October 3rd from the family's Kansas ... Parents believe missing Kansas City baby is alive and wellBoston Herald - Feb 3, 2012 By AP KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The parents of a Kansas City baby missing since October say they believe the child is alive, and they're pleading for her return. Lisa Irwin was 10 months old when her parents, Deborah Bradley and Jeremy Irwin, reported her ... Parents of missing KC baby Lisa Irwin say they believe girl is alive, plead ...Washington Post - Feb 3, 2012 KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The parents of a Kansas City baby missing since October said Friday they believe the child is alive and pleaded for her safe return. Deborah Bradley and Jeremy Irwin reported their 10-month-old daughter, Lisa Irwin, missing from ... Back on TV, Lisa Irwin's parents plead for her returnKansas City Star - Feb 3, 2012 By GLENN E. RICE The mother of a missing Northland toddler in a television appearance Friday maintained that she had nothing to do with her daughter's disappearance and pleaded for the child's return. Lisa Irwin was reported missing on Oct. 4. Video: Baby Lisa's parents speak out to Dr.Philmsnbc.com - Feb 3, 2012 >>> with new developments in the four-month-old disappearance of a missouri baby. the girls' parents saying they are hopeful their daughter is still alive. good morning to you, lilya. >> reporter: good morning. baby lisa disappeared four months ago ... Police meet again with parents of missing baby Lisa IrwinKansas City Star - Feb 2, 2012 Detectives investigating the disappearance of Lisa Irwin met with the baby's parents Thursday for the first time since Oct. 8 but said they did not learn anything significant. Kansas City police issued a brief statement saying they are hopeful there ... Parents of girl missing near KC plead for her return on 'Dr. Phil' showSTLtoday.com - 4 hours ago AP STLtoday.com | Posted: Sunday, February 5, 2012 12:00 am | Loading… KANSAS CITY • The parents of a Kansas City baby who has been missing since October said Friday that they believe the child is alive and pleaded for her safe return. Parents of missing baby Lisa Irwin speak out after three months of silenceExaminer.com - 14 hours ago Little baby Lisa Irwin went missing four months ago and for the first time in three months, her parents are speaking out. Her parents, Debra Bradley and Jeremy Irwin along with their attorney, Joe Tacopina appeared on the Dr. Phil talk show to discuss ... Lisa Irwin 'Dr. Phil' Interview: What Happened?Gather.com - Feb 3, 2012 The parents of missing baby Lisa Irwin appeared on Dr. Phil on Friday, breaking the silence after several weeks. Deborah Bradley and Jeremy Irwin have been described by Kansas City detectives as uncooperative, and the mother's own behavior has caused ...  |
Sunday, February 5, 2012
Dr Phil News Update the 101
the Dr Phil TV show
Phil McGraw was born in Vinita, Oklahoma, the son of Jerry (née Stevens) and Joe McGraw.[3] He grew up with two older sisters, Deana and Donna, and younger sister Brenda[4] in the oilfields of North Texas where his father was an equipment supplier. During McGraw's childhood, his family moved so his father could pursue a lifelong dream of becoming a psychologist. McGraw attended Shawnee Mission North High School in Overland Park, Kansas. In 1968, he was awarded a football scholarship to the University of Tulsa, where he played middle linebacker under Coach Glenn Dobbs. On November 23 of that year McGraw's team lost to the University of Houston 100–6, which is one of the most lopsided games in college football history.[5] Coach Dobbs retired after that season, and McGraw transferred to Midwestern State University in Wichita Falls, Texas.
After obtaining his Ph.D., McGraw joined his father, Dr. Joe McGraw, in Wichita Falls, Texas, where the elder McGraw had established his private psychology practice.[10]
In 1983, McGraw and his father joined Thelma Box, a successful Texas businesswoman, in presenting "Pathways" seminars, "an experience-based training which allows individuals to achieve and create their own results."[11] Critics claim that many of the "phrases and the terminology and the quaint sayings" used by McGraw on the Oprah and Dr. Phil shows were coined by Box and presented by McGraw in this seminar. McGraw admits that some of the material from Life Strategies, his first best-seller, is taken directly from the Pathways seminar. However, he has never mentioned Box or her contributions to his success in any of his books or TV shows.[8] Eight years after joining Box, McGraw signed an agreement for the sale of his Pathways seminar stock for $325,000 without notifying either his father or Box of the impending sale.[8] Box founded her own seminars entitled "Choices."[12]
In 1990, McGraw joined lawyer Gary Dobbs in co-founding Courtroom Sciences Inc. (CSI), a trial consulting firm through which McGraw later came into contact with Oprah Winfrey.[17] Eventually, CSI became a profitable enterprise, advising Fortune 500 companies and injured plaintiffs alike in achieving settlements. McGraw is no longer an officer or director of the company.[17]
After starting CSI, McGraw ceased the practice of psychology. He maintained his license current and in good standing until he elected to retire it 15 years later in 2006.[18] Appearing on the Today Show in January 2008, McGraw said that he has made it "very clear" that his current work does not involve the practice of psychology. He also said that he had "retired from psychology".[19] According to the Today Show, the California Board of Psychology determined in 2002 that he did not require a license because his show involves "entertainment" rather than psychology.[19] McGraw's license is currently listed by the Texas State Board of Psychology as "retired" and he holds no other active licenses to practice in any other state. According to Texas State Law, McGraw could still be open to a charge of practicing without a license in Texas, since his show is broadcast in that state.[20] [21]
Career
McGraw graduated in 1975 from Midwestern State University with a Bachelor of Arts in psychology. He went on to earn a Master of Arts in experimental psychology in 1976, and a Doctor of Philosophy in clinical psychology in 1979 at the University of North Texas,[6] where his dissertation was titled "Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Psychological Intervention".[7] After run-ins with several faculty members,[8] McGraw was guided through the doctoral program by Frank Lawlis, who later became the primary contributing psychologist for the Dr. Phil television show.[9]After obtaining his Ph.D., McGraw joined his father, Dr. Joe McGraw, in Wichita Falls, Texas, where the elder McGraw had established his private psychology practice.[10]
In 1983, McGraw and his father joined Thelma Box, a successful Texas businesswoman, in presenting "Pathways" seminars, "an experience-based training which allows individuals to achieve and create their own results."[11] Critics claim that many of the "phrases and the terminology and the quaint sayings" used by McGraw on the Oprah and Dr. Phil shows were coined by Box and presented by McGraw in this seminar. McGraw admits that some of the material from Life Strategies, his first best-seller, is taken directly from the Pathways seminar. However, he has never mentioned Box or her contributions to his success in any of his books or TV shows.[8] Eight years after joining Box, McGraw signed an agreement for the sale of his Pathways seminar stock for $325,000 without notifying either his father or Box of the impending sale.[8] Box founded her own seminars entitled "Choices."[12]
Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists
The Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists determined on October 21, 1988, that McGraw had hired a former patient for "part-time temporary employment".[13] Specifically the Board cited "a possible failure to provide proper separation between termination of therapy and the initiation of employment"[14] and issued a letter of reprimand and imposed administrative penalties.[15] The Board also investigated claims made by the patient of inappropriate contact initiated by McGraw, but the "Findings of Fact" document issued by the Board on October 21, 1988, at the end of its investigation, includes no reference to any physical contact of any kind. It specifically identified "the therapeutic and business relationships" as constituting McGraw's sole issue with the Board.[15] McGraw fulfilled all terms of the Board's requirements, and the Board closed its complaint file in June, 1990.[16]In 1990, McGraw joined lawyer Gary Dobbs in co-founding Courtroom Sciences Inc. (CSI), a trial consulting firm through which McGraw later came into contact with Oprah Winfrey.[17] Eventually, CSI became a profitable enterprise, advising Fortune 500 companies and injured plaintiffs alike in achieving settlements. McGraw is no longer an officer or director of the company.[17]
After starting CSI, McGraw ceased the practice of psychology. He maintained his license current and in good standing until he elected to retire it 15 years later in 2006.[18] Appearing on the Today Show in January 2008, McGraw said that he has made it "very clear" that his current work does not involve the practice of psychology. He also said that he had "retired from psychology".[19] According to the Today Show, the California Board of Psychology determined in 2002 that he did not require a license because his show involves "entertainment" rather than psychology.[19] McGraw's license is currently listed by the Texas State Board of Psychology as "retired" and he holds no other active licenses to practice in any other state. According to Texas State Law, McGraw could still be open to a charge of practicing without a license in Texas, since his show is broadcast in that state.[20] [21]
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