I had a good experience with my first session of marriage counsiling with Amy today. I thought she was very funny and allows me to speak my mind, which helps with processing my feeling more clearly. read more

In my five and a half years under Dr. Amy Keller's guidance, life has granted many milestones, misfortunes and memories. In this time, DAK has provided real time insights by making herself available and generously extending sessions. It's refreshing to have tactics and coping mechanisms in real time rather than someone just nodding to a defacto recap of life's events. With DAK, darkness and depression are just the express lane to the light. She sits in the passengers' seat, aptly reframing life's turmoils and obstacles into opportunities to face your most deeply rooted fears. She provided a safe space, as there is no such thing as shame in her sessions. There are only openness and bravery. DAK talks the talk but more importantly she walks the walk. Not only is Dr. Amy Keller an amazing therapist, she's also an amazing human. If you have courage in your heart, Dr. Amy Keller will help you find it and utilize it. read more

Dr Amy is a wonderful therapist, I couldn't recommend her highly enough or ever thank her enough for how much she has helped myself and my family. She is warm and caring while being incredibly knowledgeable and analytical. She provides you space to uncover hidden ideas but also provides specific guidance/advice when needed. She's the best! read more

I think she had a great philosophy, great work ethic, and wonderful disposition Thank you read more

I scheduled an appointment with Amy and was very satisfied with the outcome. Amy is extremely communicative, honest, and has so many great references based on the level of expertise and knowledge she has gained over the years. I look forward to seeing her again as soon as I can. All in all, it was a very positive worthwhile experience. read more

'Doctor Amy' is not truly a licensed doctor in California. She is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. As a licensed medical doctor scheduling my first session with my wife even I was fooled by her misleading advertising. I was desperate to improve my communication with my wife. As a super-informed consumer I was almost convinced that the fact she received a "doctorate" from newport psychoanalytic institute actually gave her more qualifications than she actually deserved. Here are the red flags on Amy Keller. $300 cash on each visit. I thought OK, lets see if this is for the only first visit. She has 6 positive reviews at the time that I recalled on yelp. Second red flag, she says that most of her patients can bill PPO insurance afterward or superbill. I thought maybe she is smart to not deal with insurance. The truth is she can't get credentialed to bill insurance. Red flag 3. No front office reception. She handles all of her own scheduling despite claims of her being so experienced. Regardless of these red flags I tried with my wife bringing our son Mark with us. I saw that Amy Keller found my attractive on my first session and reflected upon that and why she spent so much time speaking one sided with my wife during the first session. I was pretty much background or a fly on the wall. Thank goodness we had my son Mark there. One unusual thing about Amy Keller is that she calls herself "Dr. Amy". A name like Dr. Amy is really only appropriate with children but I am now starting to question if that is even appropriate for her or whether she should be around any children as well. If Amy Keller's specialty is children and that is how she received her 'doctorate' from Newport Psychonanalytic institute then she should be outstanding with children. My 10 month year old was upset almost the whole visit with Amy Keller. Red Flag 4. No printed out history forms or informed consent or notice of privacy practices. Here is where is started getting dangerous. Red Flag 5. Amy Keller starts having an individual session with my wife without me being present a following weekday. Red Flag 6. She requests my wifes cell phone and texts her beforehand breaking the professional boundary. Red Flag 7. She starts sending my wife emoticons. Initially I thought it was great my wife is getting individual attention. However this is truly red flag number 8, she has not ever scheduled an individual visit with me but had multiple visits planned with my wife. Red flag 9, This individual session with my wife goes beyond the scope of Amy Keller's training and licensing. Here is where the insurance fraud starts to kick in and Red Flag number 10. Amy Keller charges my wife $250 for her session. Red Flag 11. My wife cancels her following illegal visit (it is illegal due to Amy not being licensed and Amy committing billing fraud) and Amy texts my wife saying that this is her one get out of jail for free card Red flag 12. Amy Keller states that I have Asperger's to my wife who is seeking to understand me. Asperger's is a diagnosis that is made by a licensed medical doctor who puts a patient through a series of psychiatric analysis and tests. Red Flag 12 Amy Keller practiced medicine without a license. Red Flag 13 she failed to provide the standard of care in diagnosis of Asperger's. Red Flag 14 she betrayed my privacy by discussing her incompetent, illegal, and damaging diagnosis to my wife. Red Flag 15. Amy Keller does not provide you a receipt for your 'cash services' until you press the issue hard. Red Flag 16. Amy Keller billed for an individual service going outside her scope. Red Flag 17. She uses the wrong CPT codes and ICD codes Red Flag 18. She blames her 'assistant' for not sending me my receipts. Red Flag 19. She states that Asperger's is an personality disorder and quotes the DSM, a medical manual. The truth is that Asperger's has been always classified as a psychiatric or medical disorder. As physicians we are hesitant about any personality disorder classification. Psychiatrists that are residency trained are even hesitant about calling anything a personality disorder. Red Flag 20. I call out Amy on her lack of experience and qualifications to make any medical or psychiatric diagnosis. I then scold her on how dangerous her ignorance is and how it can hurt many people. However, she refuses to accept that she isn't qualified and states that her experience with abused children makes her qualified. Red Flag 21. I call out Amy on how to make an Asperger's diagnosis. She doesn't know. I would expect Amy to be reprimanded by the Department of Consumer Affairs and the Department of Insurance after this complaint is issued. The extent of her malpractice is another story. Red Flag 22. Newport Psychoanalytic Institute is not in Newport but in Tustin. As of June 2016 it looks like it is a House with no sign visible from street view. Red Flag 23. My son Mark was crying around her. Children are her "specialty" read more

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I have been seeing Dr. Amy for 5 years now. My life has transformed and I feel empowered more than ever. Through the ups and downs in life, she helps me stay grounded and see through the fog. She has helped me mature mentally, spiritually, emotionally and energetically. Through working with Amy, I am now a true believer of self-actualization. She is very real, and does way more than just sitting back and listening. Good, effective therapy requires some serious work, and she makes sure she's there with you every step of the way. On a side note, I have insurance through Aetna, and filing for reimbursement has never been a problem. Appointment scheduling is done through her website or through her directly. Easy and flexible. read more

Amy is truly the best of the best. I've worked with a few therapists in the past but she outshines all of them by far. Ultimately, I always stopped therapy because I felt that I wasn't receiving enough feedback or tools from the therapist- but Amy provides an ample amount of both, while still practicing compassionate and non judgemental listening. Her years of experience reveal themselves in every session and she has guided me lovingly through several major transitions with kindness. My spiritual growth over the past few years in many ways has been a result of our time together. Thank you Dr. Amy, you are the best of the best. read more

Awesome! A therapist for people who hate therapy. I'm not a therapy person. I don't enjoy it. But my wife and I were having communication problems and we weren't making any progress. We (she) decided we needed to go see a therapist and that (after a few bad matches) we ended up at Dr. Amy's . Dr. Amy is great. She's smart, insightful, easy to talk to, has tons of resources -- all of which I appreciate, but the trait I like most about Dr. Amy is she's effective. Dr. Amy is very versatile. She was able to provide a warm safe environment for my wife to express herself, while simultaneously maintaining my need to have progress and concrete actionable advice. Very quickly we saw results and our marriage has thrived. All this said, Dr. Amy will not coddle you or enable your BS. That's not her job. What she will provide is perspective, tools, and language that can help you repair/strengthen your relationship. You will still have to do the work. That said, if you are serious about getting help, I can't recommend Dr. Amy enough. She's definitely worth the money. read more

I've known Amy (aka the fabulous Doctor Keller) for about 4 years now. She is an incredible professional and an amazing person. What I love most about her methods, is she is able to work from classic psychoanalysis while weaving in intuitive advice that goes above and beyond what any book could do. With her support, I have made it through many challenges including the loss of a job, significant other and pet drama (ack!). Having Dr. Keller on my side, helps me to feel grounded and maintain sight of the most important things in life. Due to her education and skills, she is in high demand, but I recommend being patient and trying to get on the calendar. She is the real deal!! read more

I have been seeing Dr. Amy Keller for years now and I will be the first to say she has changed my life completely. Before being introduced to Dr. Amy I never thought I had many possibilities in life. Dr. Amy has showed me that those happy moments you see in movies or beautiful words you hear in a song or read on a card are not just for a select few to experience and live through. She showed me that I could be just as happy as anyone else if not MORE. She has helped me become confident in my work, my relationship(s), and my professional life, to name a few. She has been my biggest support system to get through my many fears in life. Dr. Amy is not just a therapist. She is your personal cheerleader with a warm heart and kind spirit. She consistently challenges you to succeed and do well in every aspect of your life. She is every flexible when scheduling appointments and her office is warm and inviting. AND as an added plus- Dr. Amy is very well traveled and knows really fine cuisine! read more

Dr. Amy is AMAZING. Her thoughtful, humor-filled, and authentic advice leaves me feeling more confident and empowered. My visits with her are the highlight of my week. I can't believe how engaged she is with her patients! She checks in on me throughout the week and peppers my inbox with additional information in the form of videos, podcasts, and meditations that help me get through whatever it is I'm going through. I love all the attention, I really feel cared for. I highly recommend her brand of insight, bonus: She's freakin hysterical! read more

I have experienced many obstacles in my life. Most of the time I find a way through it... That being said, There are times when I really need help. When I met Amy Keller, I felt immediately at ease. The depth of her knowledge, her intuition and perception has helped me understand the root of my problems which has made such tremendous difference in my ability to process life in a healthy way! ! God Bless Amy.. I wish the World had 10 million more of her!! read more

Dr. Amy is a remarkable therapist. Her guidance has helped me through some very rough periods in my life these last several years. What I think is truly extraordinary about her approach is her ability to sense when more traditional methods are not working and when it is time to try something different, maybe even a bit unorthodox. She also has no problem calling you out on your own BS (in a nice way, of course). It's great to know that whenever life throws me a curve ball, Dr. Amy will be there to help out if I'm feeling overwhelmed. Thanks Dr. Amy! read more

Amy is a warm, brilliant therapist who is consistent and committed to the process of regaining a great life. I was referred to Dr. Keller for trauma work and her skills and humor have made a big difference in my life. She is easy to talk to, ethical and dynamic. read more

Dr. Amy is positive, encouraging and creates a relaxed office atmosphere. She helped me break a pattern of being under an unsustainable amount of stress. For this I am grateful. HOWEVER, Dr. Amy's ability to help was greatly hampered by her unresolved personal issues. She was often unfocused and unprepared during our sessions. She was late more than she was on time, sometimes late by 15 minutes. On several occasions, Dr. Amy did provide extra time at no additional charge, but she later came to resent that and even went so far as to say, "I've tried to help, but it's never enough." Even when Dr. Amy was not late, she regularly took fifteen-to-twenty minutes before she settled in and became present. She often suffered from mental fatigue, trouble focusing, low energy levels, and other physical pain. More than once during our sessions, she contradicted herself, exposing inconsequential social lies. However, the main problem was that Dr. Amy was almost always several steps behind when it came to figuring out the family and interpersonal dynamics that I was working through. Perhaps she was out of her depth. Perhaps she was checked out. It was hard to tell from the minimal feedback I received. If you are looking for a therapist to help you with deep personal transformation, I highly recommend looking elsewhere. Find someone who is more present, more personally in-tune, and less burnt out. read more

There is really no other way to put it: Dr. Amy changed my life. Several years ago while going through a pretty horrid break-up, I decided to embark on the oh so scary world of finding a therapist who could help me get through the tough times. I first tried with another therapist I found on the internet, and couldn't be more horrified from the experience. I talked for 50-minutes to this doctor who spoke only to ask the totally cliché questions of "... and how did that make you feel?" and did little in terms of providing any advice or support. I tried two sessions and quit, deciding that therapy must not be for me. AND THEN, by some stroke of luck combined with finding my [therapeutic] Soul Mate, I met Amy. She is everything you'd never imagine a therapist to be- she's warm, and compassionate, and hilarious, and SO OPINIONATED, and encouraging, and inspiring. And she's a genius. She is, with no exaggeration whatsoever, a life changer. She got me through my break-up, helped me deal with changing friends, leaving my job (and career), encouraged me through my relationship with my now-husband, gave me tools to deal with my not-so-perfect family, and now helps talk me through my fears (and excitement) about having children. How does she do it? I don't have a clue, especially because our sessions feel more like coffee with a friend than they do therapy. I could go on and on about Dr. Amy but I'll stop here, lest everyone out there try to fill up her schedule ;) I joke with her that she is my savior, but it's really not a joke at all; Dr. Amy has made me a better, healthier and happier person, and I'll be grateful to her forever for changing my life. read more

Dr. Keller is truly one of those uncommon individuals, whom I characterize as outstanding. There are legion psychotherapists in Los Angeles, many of whom are fine psychotherapists. Dr. Keller's many years of study, and quick analytical thinking, are evident from her assessments and treatment formulations. Additionally, she has a way of conveying understanding and empathy in a way that is rarely seen these days. Her commitment and ethical standards are beyond reproach. I recommend her without reservation. read more

Dr. Amy is an amazing empathic soul. She is just the right balance of butt kicker and cheerleader with a comfortable, homie office and demeanor that will allow you to share easily. If you want results, accountability and most of all support in accessing your true self underneath all the drama, she is your woman. read more

I don't think I can recommend Amy enough. She is truly great. She has a warm smile that makes you feel comfortable from the very beginning. She is methodical in her approach and also capable of tuning her interaction to fit a person's needs. She speaks from the heart. If you are looking for an exceptional therapist that will help you navigate through your tough times in a caring and concerned fashion, you'll really like Amy. read more

I've seen Dr. Amy sporadically, mostly individually but also with my husband. She offers an inspiring blend of positive energy and pragmatism. I leave my sessions with more hope that I can change things that are bothering me in my life, and also some practical tools for doing so. She is also experienced, intuitive, and wicked smart. It might be a false fear, or snobbery, but I dread situations where I feel obligated to take advice from someone who seems well-meaning but not that insightful. To put it bluntly, I want my therapist to be smarter than me (but not condescending about it)! Dr. Amy offers that. She asks questions that help me clarify what I'm thinking and feeling for myself, but is also willing to offer her own insights and opinions. If you love your trainer, you'll more likely go to the gym: Even if I'm dealing with tough issues--not my favorite thing--I look forward to hanging out with Dr. Amy! read more

Amy is tremendous. Easy to talk to and work with. Super sharp. Warm, personable, and funny. I have seen her as an individual and in couples therapy. She has helped me through some very hard times and also not-so-hard times. Whatever the case, she has been outstanding. Thanks, Amy! read more

I've been going to Dr. Amy now for over a year now and, I have to say, she is pretty amazing. I had never really been to see a therapist regularly, but after I noticed some recurring relationship problems, I enlisted her help. I'm definitely not one of those people who is really in touch with their feelings and is used to just talking about what's going on in my head. But Dr. Amy was able to pull information out of me that I didn't know was in there and, more often than not, put into words what I couldn't say, but definitely felt. I'm an engineer, so it's really fantastic having someone so empathic because I'm so much the opposite. Going to see Dr. Amy has been one of the best decisions of my recent life so far. 10/10 -- would recommend for basically anyone who feels like they want/need help. read more

I have known Dr. Keller for over 10 years and can honestly attest to her incredible skill, effectiveness and empathy. If you really want to make a change in your life, to live your best life, then she is the mental health practitioner to choose. read more

Amy doesn't just on a chair and say,"Tell me how you feel". She will honestly and confidently give you advice. There has never been a time when I felt that she was just there for the money. Amy is an extremely caring person and she will do her best to help you. She is a very special person and I would unconditionally recommend her. read more

I was referred to Dr. Amy Keller for trauma work and she has completely transformed my life. I've been seeing her weekly for six months and I can genuinely say that our visits are the highlight of my week. I leave each session with a renewed sense of self, purpose, and clarity...ready to tackle life. Dr. Amy is pure light and sunshine, and her amazing sense of humor makes the tough sessions a little easier. I find it difficult to open up unless I feel complete trust, and Dr. Amy is the first and only therapist I have encountered that genuinely empathizes with me, allowing me to work through traumatic experiences that remained unresolved for many years. Dr. Amy is one of the most knowledgeable people I have ever met; I often joke with her asking her where she stores all her knowledge, because she offers different authors, research, and concepts each visit. Dr. Amy's vast knowledge on various subjects enables her to offer advise that is always 100% on-target. She supplements our sessions with suggested research, articles, and books that are extremely relevant to my internal feelings and emotions. As a result of these sessions and suggested readings, I feel like my entire world has been opened up, and I am able to view my past, present and future with an understanding lens centered around curiosity rather than scrutiny. I have Blue Cross PPO and Amy walked me through how to submit a member claim form to be reimbursed by insurance. At the beginning of the year, my deductible was reset but I continue to see her weekly because I find the costs of my visits to be the best investment I have made. In fact, I am actually saving money now that I am more present and enjoying the simple, free things in life. Since I found Dr. Amy, my relationships with myself and others drastically improved, and I am certain that I will continue to visit Dr. Amy for years to come. In fact, I admire her so much that I am considering following her footsteps and becoming a therapist. I hope I can impact another's life as she continues to impact mine. I highly recommend her services. read more

I met Amy, the first time, when we were about 15 years old. She has always been smart, funny and caring. Fast forward quite a few years, and now I can add experienced, professional and incredibly personable to the list of words to describe Amy Keller. During the years that we were not in touch with each other, she was helping countless people while working diligently to learn and improve her practice. I was creating a mess of a life! Someone recommended that I talk to Amy, and with her help, I began to understand my life path. With her help, I realized that my past is part of my journey, but does not control my future. I can honestly say that I am a much happier person with Dr. Amy in my life! read more

If your looking for a therapist that stands head and shoulders above the rest, Dr. Keller is definitely it. As a professional, I have referred many patients to her and the feedback is always the same, "she is amazing" or "I had an incredible experience with her". It is really rare to find a therapist that has as much heart and dedication to their work as she does. I am very grateful to her for the exceptional work she has done with my clients in helping them overcome many hurdles in their lives. She is not only a great therapist but a genuine, compassionate, caring person. It's people like her that make me proud to work in this profession. read more

I've been seeing Dr. AMy for about 1.5 years she's the best. She's everything you could want in a therapist. I drove an hour each way to see her every week and its beyond worth it. read more

Dr. Amy is an amazing therapist. After feeling a lot of indecision about my career path, I went to see Amy. Her website states that she's like your "personal cheerleader" which is what initially drew me in. I was excited to meet a therapist with such a positive attitude. This gave me hope that I could figure out my career indecision and move forward with my life. Amy has recommended a ton of self help books that have really helped me explore my thoughts and feelings from a new perspective. She is a great listener, empathizing with what you're going through while also challenging you to move beyond your own limitations. She has taught me techniques that have helped me communicate more effectively in my personal and professional relationships, and for that I am truly grateful. Whether you are having family problems, relationship issues or professional/career "writer's block", if you will, I am confident that Amy can help you. I was also happy that Amy offered me a free consultation, because obviously you want to make sure you and your therapist click before you jump in, and we certainly did! read more

Dr, Amy Keller is a superb therapist. I went to her to seek help for dealing with a mentally ill adult son. My relationship with him had ruined my first marriage, to his mother, and was threatening my current marriage. I had seen therapists before, but found that platitudes about line drawing, tough love and the primacy of attitude over reality were not helpful, at least, not to me. Dr. Keller had the intelligence and flexibility to meet me where I was, to defuse my intellectual defenses without bullying or patronizing. She is direct and firm, but also respectful and has an excellent sense of humor. Over a year we developed a workable compromise where I am supporting my son without being obsessed by him. She also helped me with my marriage, which is flourishing. She is readily available in crises, which my son periodically furnishes. Over all, I think she would be a good fit for a wide variety of patients. read more

I was originally referred to Dr. Amy Keller through a friend, who is a psychologist - "she is a genius" was the recommendation - high praise and hard to live up to. Yet Dr. Amy is just that. She helps me navigate issues with depth and humor, as well as practical everyday tools and resources. Her breadth of knowledge is so vast - she's like an encyclopedia around disorders, behavioral patterns and knows all the great books to read on the subjects. And yet she is so accessible and easy to talk to. I've had therapists before but this is the first time that I've ever been so honest with myself in the presence of a therapist which is why the work is so healing. Dr. Amy has such a positive demeanor and is funny as well, which makes the often painful road to recovery and repair, that much more doable. It's an honor to know and work with her and I'm always happy to recommend her whenever the opportunity comes up. read more

I'm a patient of Dr. Amy's, and I can't recommend her enough. She is caring and empathetic - she really invests herself in her patients. She will make you work hard to face things about yourself that you might not like, but those revelations will change your life. It was difficult to truly face my issues, but somehow she made me laugh through the toughest of times. Dr. Amy provided me with tons of resources to absorb and even homework between our sessions! Working through my issues and seeing how I could break my unhealthy patterns was incredibly empowering and I began to feel better and better. She managed to make my emotional growth fun and eventually change seemed to happen effortlessly (even when I didn't do my homework all the time.) I can honestly say I am a happier, healthier person now as a direct result of my sessions with Dr. Amy. I heard she has interns now, so if you can't afford her I would recommend seeing one of them - hopefully Dr. Amy's teaching them her own special brand of therapy that's so effective! read more