Criminal Motives
Welcome to Criminal Motives, a true crime Youtube Channel where therapy meets investigation.I'm a therapist reacting to real life true crime events, analyzing not only the facts but also the human behavior behind them. Each episode, we will dissect current cases with compassion, professional insight, and a deep dive into the motivations behind the headlines. If you're drawn to gripping stories and thoughtful analysis, you're in the right place. Let's explore the minds behind the crimes together.
Episodes
Mackenzie Shirilla's Prison Record EXPOSED: Sexual Misconduct, Contraband & More | Criminal MotivesIs Mackenzie Shirilla sabotaging her own future behind bars? In this episode, therapist Matt Phifer dives deep into 58+ pages of conduct reports from Ohio's Department of Corrections revealing a pattern of infractions that could keep Mackenzie locked up for the rest of her life.From being out of place after hours, to possessing nu...
He Admitted He Did It — So Why Are Millions Defending Carmelo Anthony?The Karmelo Anthony murder trial is officially underway and this one hits close to home. A confrontation at a high school track meet in Frisco, Texas ended with 17-year-old Austin Metcalf stabbed in the chest and dying in his twin brother's arms. Now, Karmelo Anthony faces a first-degree murder charge that could land him in prison for up to 99 years.In this...
McKenzie Sharilla was sentenced to two consecutive 15-to-life terms for the murders of Dominic Russo and DaVon Flanigan. But what is she really like behind bars? Two women who were incarcerated with her — including someone who was in a romantic relationship with McKenzie — are sharing their firsthand accounts.From her lack of remorse, to her prison lifestyle funded by her mother and sugar daddies, to a bombshell claim a...
Former Virginia Lieutenant Governor Justin Fairfax shot and killed his wife, Serena Fairfax, before turning the gun on himself in an Annandale, Virginia home while their two teenage children were inside. In this video, therapist Matthew Phifer breaks down the psychology behind this murder-suicide, why the moment divorce papers were served became the deadly trigger, and what this tragedy reveals about domestic violence in wealthy, h...
15% off Therapy with Betterhelp: http://betterhelp.com/mattphiferA man was caught on Ring doorbell camera banging on a homeowner's door, demanding to know where his daughter was — and threatening to break the door down and end his life. What started as a terrifying confrontation took a surprising turn. In this episode, I break down the footage and give my take on what was really going on with this man's behavior — becau...
Social media influencer Ashlee Jenae Found Dead by Suicide, but Her Fiancé is Silent and Her Family Wants Answers was found dead in Zanzibar, Tanzania just days after her fiancé proposed and authorities are calling it a suicide. But her family isn't buying it, and neither am I. In today's video, I break down the timeline of events surrounding Ashley's death, including the explosive argument that got the couple separated by hotel st...
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