I love my therapist. She is supportive and listens and understands to what I really need
Amy Allen, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Amy is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Amy. View 21 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
Recent reviews
Amy is amazing she is the best. She works hard to meet you where you are at and assists you to become a better version of yourself.
More about Amy
- 13 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
Hello, thank you for visiting my page. My name is Amy Allen, a licensed Marriage and Family therapist with over 15 years' experience in the Mental Health Field. I currently work with a diverse group of clients seeking assistance for depression, anxiety, homelessness, grief, loss parenting, life skills, as well as those looking to improve their lives by learning skills to navigate this ever-changing world. Change is difficult and I know, we need motivation and encouragement to help reach our goals and improve relationships.
I graduated from California State University at Dominguez Hills with a Master of Arts in Behavioral Science and a concentration in Negotiation and Conflict Resolution and a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy and have been licensed since 2015.
My passion is helping people improve their lives which I feel could be attributed to much of my own life experience, education and being able to identify with clients. My goal is to assist in providing real life solutions to current barriers to living your best life I have been trained in and utilize CBT, DBT, Motivational interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy and EMDR.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Amy Allen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1366627812.
- LMFT · California · 87661 · Expires July 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Amy Allen
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I love my therapist. She is supportive and listens and understands to what I really need
Amy is amazing she is the best. She works hard to meet you where you are at and assists you to become a better version of yourself.
I've enjoyed my sessions with Amy. She allows me to feel comfortable and goes with the flow versus a more structured approach. She provides different methods to see what works. She gives good examples to understand what I'm going through. She is very flexible with her time and checks in regularly. You can tell she cares and is thoughtful.
I just love Amy she is honest and down to earth and is so concerned for me
Very involved in my issues and makes sure that she sends little personal notes and information to me. Truely appreciate all she does
Excellent wonderful caring on target available.
I have truly enjoyed working with Amy and I believe that therapy has help with myself confidence and mental health. I always feel good and more connected with myself after a session.
Amy is thoughtful, patient, and has a healthy sense of humor about everything. She helped me tremendously on my first steps into therapy.
Amy is funny, personable and therapeutic all at the same time. She lets you know that she understands you and doesn’t just give advice
Great
Amy is candid and great!
In the short time I have been working with Amy, I have appreciated the check ins and quick responses to my concerns of the day/week. She is very respectful and knowledgeable in her replies. It's appreciated highly.
Amy is awesome. She makes you feel very comfortable. It's just like having a conversation. Amy is very quick with great suggestions & techniques. As someone who has had a number of therapist, I'm truly glad to have found Amy.
Amy is encouraging and an amazing listener. She remembers important details about our conversation and follows up on things previously discussed. Thanks, Amy.
I have never been to a therapy before in my life and didn’t know what to expect from a therapist. Amy was amazing. She listened, didn’t judge me, provided very helpful suggestions on how to reduce my anxiety. She really understood what I was going through and didn’t dismiss any of my feelings and emotions. She followed up with me, guided me, and gave me very helpful exercises to reduce my stress due to traumatic experience I had. I am very grateful to her.
Amy is very caring and empathetic she listens well and gives alot of resources to help. She is very positive and easy to talk to.
I look forward to weekly sessions with Amy. She is down to earth, listens well, and offers great solutions. I love how responsive she is.
She’s amazing! She listens and really understands what I’m saying! If something doesn’t work for me she finds another technique to try! She really is doing an amazing job at trying to find what works best for me!
I feel so much better after just two sessions with Amy. She gave me tools and help moving forward with family dynamics. I’m really grateful and can’t wait to continue my sessions with her.
I appreciate Amy’s compassionate demeanor. She is a great listener and also very quick at responding to messages. It’s really nice to have a therapist who truly listens and validates you.
I find Amy very easy to talk to. I feel she really understands me. It's like I'm talking to a good friend.
Frequently asked questions
Does Amy Allen offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Amy Allen works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Amy Allen speak?
Amy Allen speaks English.
How many years of experience does Amy Allen have?
Amy Allen has 13 years of experience.
Where is Amy Allen licensed to practice?
Amy Allen is licensed to practice in California.
Does Amy Allen accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Amy Allen does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Amy Allen offer?
Amy Allen offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Amy Allen?
Amy Allen can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Amy Allen?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.