Upon reviewing past episodes of Dr. Phil, one of the most unforgettable ones immediately springs to memory. A girl of 14 years old named Destoni appeared to be uncontrollable.
Destoni exhibited severe rage problems and leveled threats against her mother, brothers, classmates, instructors, and even Dr. Phil. Melissa, the mother of Destoni, stated that she had to choose between “foster care or Dr. Phil” prior to sharing her tale with the public.
In a 2019 episode of Dr. Phil titled “Expelled, Handcuffed, & Violent: My 14-Year-Old Daughter Is Out of Control,” Dr. Phil delves into the core of Destoni’s aggressive behavior. Yet, what has transpired with Destoni following her 2019 public appearance?
At present, she would have reached the age of 18, therefore gaining legal independence. Nevertheless, where is she?
Dr. Phil Helped Destoni’s Recovery of Her Anger Problems by Providing Assistance to Melissa
Throughout the show, our audience witnesses instances of Destoni’s wrath and defiance against authority as Dr. Phil endeavors to identify the underlying reason of her conduct.
His investigation reveals that Destoni’s father was apprehended during her early childhood, when she was only 3 or 4 years old, resulting in her being left behind with profound feelings of abandonment.
A purported audience member posted on Reddit, stating that the only aspect that was omitted was Dr. Phil’s live appearance during a commercial break, where he provided a concise explanation of the background of the incident involving her father.
The individual believed that Dr. Phil was aware of the need to remove this information, as it was a highly distressing reason for his absence. Arguably, the circumstances surrounding Destoni’s father were considerably more severe than shown.
In the episode, Destoni explicitly expresses her inability to confide in her mother about her profound emotions and her perception that her mother lacks understanding of her. Indeed, Dr. Phil thoroughly investigates and resolves the same number of problems with Destoni as he does with Melissa.
Destoni Ultimately Enrolls in the Center of Discovery Treatment Center and Attends School
In the episode, Dr. Phil asserts, “I believe that both your family and Destoni as an individual are on a trajectory towards severe consequences.” He advises that Destoni should seek admission to the Center of Discovery treatment center, which will provide both Destoni and her family with the necessary resources to progress in a positive manner.
Multiple accounts indicate that she ultimately ends up being admitted to the facility. One Redditor even expressed, “As an ex-roommate from the facility, she is truly one of the most benevolent individuals one could encounter.” Although she possesses an attitude, she remains inherently nice.
I spent a few days in her company and gradually acquainted myself with her, although being still new to her. Your acquaintance with her is nonexistent; the Dr. Phil program further exacerbated the matter.
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There is no need for media or a performance to rectify someone’s behavior. I acknowledge that a father being incarcerated may be perceived as soliciting attention. However, this is a distressing experience for her, and trauma can manifest in various forms and magnitudes.
Undoubtedly, Destoni’s trauma manifested as intense rage, but it is hoped that her stay in the facility was beneficial.
Certain sources indicate that Dr. Phil had a follow-up with Destoni in 2022, but the video in question cannot be located. Purportedly, she claimed to be attending lessons and diligently executing the required tasks, and she attributed her success to the therapeutic techniques employed by Dr. Phil.
Reportedly, Destoni’s father remains imprisoned, while her mother, Melissa, is also undergoing therapy. Although none of this is confirmed, we aspire that, at the very least, they are performing to the best of their abilities.