Reviews of Amen Clinics, Walnut Creek (Psychiatrist)

tembofly .

The clinic is well-run, and has a professional, friendly and helpful staff; I really liked them. Dr. Daniel Emina was outstanding! The clinic is equipped to address mental health, brain health, and brain-related damage, a service overlooked by most doctors and hospitals, as they don't have the equipment or training to do this. This is Amen Clinic's focus, and they do it well.

Miles Clark

Everyone was friendly and professional. All my questions were answered clearly and concisely. Well done!

Lynne Hood

Amen Clinic Walnut Creek...restored the sanity to my life ! They always have the big picture in mind and not everything can be a quick fix. I hope that they will help change the landscape of Mental and Behavioral Health.

Meghan Martin

Life changing, finally received validation. This place is a miracle for anyone struggling. There’s hope!

Rick Browatzke

The people are friendly and the information I received was helpful and hopeful!

Ana Alfaro

I am grateful to have found a place where they study each individual's brain / concerns with the best technology and providers that are specialist on the broad issues related to the brain,before prescribing anything to treat something so important as the Brain. The clinic staff are very professional and atmosphere is very comforting.

A L

My overall experience at the Clinic was beyond expectations. For some time, after the loss of a loved one, I was depressed. I walked in feeling hopeless and after the second day, I felt a shift in my mood. The kindness and professionalism of the staff created a safe environment. The Historian, Moinette, made a strong impact in my understanding of my own background and seeing many contributing factors to my illness. She was very compassionate and made a strong impression on me. Dr. Emina was amazing. He is knowledgeable and explained the challenges to my brain and medications in a clear manner. He was gentle in the high recommendation about how important my diet, supplements and exercise will be to my overall well being. I feel hopeful and grateful.

Laura Newsom

Very attentive and thorough. Hoping we will have great results!

Emily Nelson

Staff is superb. Felt comfortable from the moment I entered to when I left. All my questions were answered and everything was explained in detail so I was never left questioning or confused. I feel confident with my decision and for trusting the Amen Clinic with my health.

Frank HunTer

Hi Amen clinic, I visited the clinic with my girlfriend who's health is going down hill fast. The staff and and techniques were great. The over all experience was above and beyond what I had expected. The end results after brain scans was very clear., and what direction to go after all this reviewing. Im very satisfied and feel lucky to have experienced this. Thank you Frank Hunter

pattvedt .

I finally have answers. I strongly recommend having a brain SPECT scan done at the Amen Clinic. Some close family members have/had Alzheimers and I became afraid because I also had some issues and nothing seemed to work. I needed answers. I decided to have a brain scan done at the Amen Clinic in Brisbane and the scan highlighted issues that exactly explained my symptoms and they know exactly what will work. I am relieved to know it is not Alzheimers and we now we have a plan to get my brain in the best shape ever. Everyone at the clinic was genuinely interested in me and my health and was kind, patient and understanding. Why keep treating the wrong problem, you should call them!

AJ Lehr

Awesome experience!! Everyone in the whole office was nothing but nice and helpful. I was nervous to know how my brain looked after suffering multiple concussions but came away feeling absolutely great and empowered knowing that I am able to reverse the trauma and possibly be back better then before! Dr Emina was incredible and extremely helpful. He made the whole process and recovery simple and understandable while demonstrating his great expertise and making me feel comfortable with everything. Overall excellent experience

Suzanne Homem

Great Staff, super friendly and helpful.

Paul Woodward

Kathleen is a great marking professional with great knowledge on products offered by Amen Clinics.

Carol Lacey

Cutting edge technology allows one to see where the problem is and get a plan to correct it, unlike the guesswork of typical mental health care. The approach is open-minded and holistic - how refreshing! The staff is top notch.

Richard Jeremy Needham

I had accidents,drugs, and violence and have too much to lose .I need help from the amen clinic in SPECT scan for a more factually elite diagnosis than I have now.MRI and CAT and EEG I had in california in the past four years.Doctor Nancy Brockington is the MD I see in my city Arcata.I will speak about this clinic to her soon in a couple days .coping is hard I'm 44.

Kathy Rodriguez

The Staff, Doctors, and Facility is so welcoming. They are professional, caring and compassionate. Thank you Amen Clinics!

Deborah Klein

Overall great experience. Staff was knowledgeable, caring and approachable.

Katie Dimedio

Amen Clinics is by far the most impressive, patient centered clinic I have had the privilege of being in contact with. They truly care about the patients they serve and are committed to getting to the root of each issue taking a functional and integrative approach that is unique to each person that visits the clinic.

Olga Lepilina

An excellent clinic with highly professional and caring staff.

Sergio Casco

My experience so far is the clinic has a very caring and professional front desk staff. The doctors are truly great professionals willing to help their patients by focussing on the solutions and motivating you in the process of your healing.

Michael Engstrom

Everyone was so nice and I feel like we actually have hope now with our son. So good to be able to get to the root of the problem. Thank you so much Amen Clinic!!!

Nancy Bateman

I became aware of this specialty in medical care via a PBS fundraising program. I'm amazed at the brain, body, health connection. I recommend this program. I'm now beginning a new and positive journey to health and well being!

Leslie Jaquith

EVERYONE .was efficient, kind, knowledgeable. Now all I have to do is exercise!!!!!

Lisa Stapp

Best diagnostic tests I’ve ever had! Super friendly professional staff, nicely appointed facility, clinic was easy to find, plenty of parking, and the entire process was well planned and executed.

Cynthia Morris

It is amazing what a SPEC scan can do to shed light on anyone's personal situation. A picture speaks a thousand words!

Danica Killian

Staff was very professional

Dane Huesby

This Clinic has changed my life. Prior to their evaluation and recommendations, I did not know anything that was going on. Dr. Emina has opened up my eyes to a new lifestyle that has greatly altered my health and well being, and couldn't be more grateful.

Leisha Munden

The staff were extremely friendly and made you feel at home. They explained the process in detail and made sure that you understood what was going to happen.

Josh

Very professional and helpful.

Michael Morton

Very nice and helpful staff. The evaluation and reports are very helpful for a more physical explanation of diagnosis of many symptoms and allow for many more options of treatment besides the usual prescription plan offered by medical providers.

Daniel Leininger

I have never made more progress than with Dr. Emina and Zoe Davis. They are incredible.

Richard Porzio

Everyone very friendly and they communicate well to make sure I'm fully informed about all of my care.

MK Jones

I emailed to set up an appointment for evaluation of Traumatic Brain Injury. I scored on Brain Fit 1 -Amens online test-, that says I'm reasonable, balanced just to let you readers know it wasn't me. Allen called to schedule appointment. I told him I couldn't set one up right now. I tried to ask questions. He bullied me. He wanted to set the appointment. I explained I couldnt right now, he told me they have finamcing, then I repeated the info I sent in my email that I physically cannot travel right now. When he realized I wasn't going to he got rude and wouldn't answer my questions. I was shocked. And am thinking what professional medical clinic, especially one that deals with mental health patients like they do, allows staff like that contact with patients?

Cynthia Ackerman

I went to the Amen Clinic after I failed to improve from a concussion that I sustained ten weeks earlier. I have just finished my three days of SPECT imaging, evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment plan. All of the people at the Walnut Creek Amen Clinic were extremely kind, helpful, and genuinely wanted to help me. From Gigi who helped me upon entering the clinic to Parker, Simone, and finally Dr. Emina, they all treated me like they only wanted the very best for me. This has been a life-changer! If I follow the clearly laid out treatment plan, I know I will not only have full recovery, but I will have an even healthier brain! Thank you Dr. and Tana Amen and especially all of the Walnut Creek employees! You are the best!!!

Christopher James

Wonderful staff and well organized facility. I will be reccomending this clinic to friends and family. Thank you!

Brisk Cartoon

Objectivity makes for proper understanding

Iris H

Amazing to learn what is going on with your brain and understand some of the why about why we behave the way we do.

Maddy Georjerie

My family were some of Dr. Amen's earliest patients when he had his first clinic in Fairfield back in the 90's & he was married to his first wife, Robbin. My husband was incorrectly diagnosed with ADD when he actually has bipolar, or manic-depression. He is entirely dysfunctional. My oldest son, who has ADD, has fared poorly under Dr. Amen's care. He is now almost completely dysfunctional. It is very obvious that years of prescribed chemical medications have caused additional neurological problems. My youngest was incorrectly diagnosed as hypo-ADD when he is actually severely autistic. He is totally disabled & lives in a home. The SPECT-brain scans are useless in diagnoses. It is now more than 20 years since we first began seeing Dr. Amen. He has failed to correctly diagnose or to cure all three of my family members by his methods & treatment plans. Dr. Amen divorced his firsr wife Robbin, who has ADD. Apparently he failed to help her, too. Robbin was divorced when she married Daniel Amen. Her 1st husband committed suicide several years after she & Dr. Amen married.

Mary Annoni

I heard about Amen Clinics on KEAR radio and purchased his book so this was all that I knew about it so was a bit anxious coming but hopeful. I did have my doctor look thru the book and let me know what he thought, "I like it" and gave me the go ahead. From the very beginning, the receptionist at the front desk, I felt comfortable, welcomed, encouraged and uplifted by their positive attitudes and words. It appears they all work hand in glove which takes a load off my emotions.

Alex McGregor

Very pleasant staff, compelling tests, respectful, non judgemental advice, comprehensive treatment options. Met with Dr. Johnson to review tests discuss treatment options. Dr. Johnson is smart, knowledgeable, insightful, caring, and pleasant. Overall, a very positive interaction.

Dana Nicole

Amazing psychiatrist; very thorough, helpful, and explained everything in a way that made sense. Gave me a treatment plan, and helped me figure out where to go from there. Excellent team there - and they make sure to do follow up appointments every few weeks. Loved Amen Clinic. So helpful.

Andy Mayhew

We came to the clinic for a 3 day assessment and so got to know everyone there well. They made the whole experience a comfortable time for me and my daughter who is 8 years old and terrified of doctors offices. We received lots of focus and support as we moved through the program. The end result where we met with the doctor, received the results and recommendation was organized and thorough. I honestly don’t know how we would have been able address her situation without the use of the brain scan technology. Thank you Amen

Coletta Eichenberger

My daughter and I had visits at the Walnut Creek clinic, and found everyone to be caring, friendly, and welcoming. Very professional without being formal, and definitely letting us know that if we need anything or have questions re: our programs, we can call on them. We were particularly impressed with Dr. Emina and Simone. Both very personable, and definitely attentive to my daughter's needs and personality, especially. Both gave us very good feedback and information that is continuing to help us implement the program. All of the support staff were very helpful, and everyone we interacted with had an easy sense of humor, very important for our family, which thrives on humor! Thank you so much!

Denise Bogard

I came to the Amen Clinic as a physician to get an evaluation on my memory. I had also struggled with depression after losing a spouse and one of my children. I was taught by Dan Amen in my courses by the American Academy of Anti-Aging. The clinic in Walnut Creek far exceeded my expectations. The front desk, the tech who did my brain scan, the nurse who did my history all were very skilled, friendly and helpful. I had a wonderful follow up visit with Dr. Johnson, the information I obtained will help me to move forward in my brain health for years to come. I would recommend these services without reservation. We are blessed to have resources like this available.

Jann McGuire

Staff friendly, supportive, helpful

Gavin Grady

Amazing! Everyone is very helpful and friendly. Got a lot of important information!

dina grant

I was very impressed by the courtesy and professionalism of the office staff, and actually, blown away by the accuracy of the results and the diagnosis for my 19 year old son. All the major issues I had with him growing up showed up on the scans! I am over the moon to learn that there is more than hope! Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU for your research!! I think this information may just save his life :) Gratefully yours, Dina Grant

Jeff Stewart

We had a great experience at the Amen Clinic in Walnut Grove. Both of our boys went in and we now have a much clearer picture of how we can help them be their best.

Stacia

So far so good. I just completed the initial first phase of the Amen Clinic three day introductory program. I will update and report back on my review as time goes on. This review is to cover the begining stages of my experience at this Amen Clinic. I have been dealing with brain and mental health issues for years. I was not getting the proper help I needed with Kaiser and my multiple doctors especially after a crisis that occurred a few years ago. I learned about the Amen Clinic's unique diognostic ways and decided that this was the next step to get the proper help that I needed and wasn't receiving. I'm so glad I found them. I am hopeful that this experience and their meathods will help me on a path to wellness and improved brain health. I have been suffering tremendously for a long time. I know it's not going to happen overnight. It took some time for my brain to become the way it is and it will take some time for it to heal. I first completed an online detailed history and questionnaire that took some time to complete from the comfort of my home. I then had a pre-consultation over the phone to briefly discuss my situation and what to expect with any questions and informative information with my assigned doctor, Dr. Suarez which was the doctor who was assigned to me. It went well and our first connection felt nice. He truely seemed like a nice doctor who wanted to help in anyway that he could. He was very pleasant to speak with over the phone and put myself and my mom at ease about the whole process . I then came into the clinic. The ladies at the front desk we're very nice, polite and helpful. We mostly interacted with Erica. She was great. I then had testing done and two SPECT scans with Greg. He was very professional and nice. I got a little cold a few times. He was very accommodating and offered me a blanket. It did help. It would be nice if they offered warm blankets though. I then had an in-depth history session to discuss my current and past conditions/symptoms with my appointed Client Manager named Simone. She was lovely and professional. I then had a very thorough in-depth post-scan and testing consultation with Dr. Suarez. It was a lot to process and understand but my mom and I walked away feeling very informed and pleased with the experience. It was a little exhausting given the amount of information to go over. It was a lot to take in. (Make sure you bring a snack and hydrate for all of your appointments when you can except before a scan.) Dr.Suarez had some more questions and some more testing for me. He then went over the final report with us and a treatment plan to address my specific needs. It was such a valuable experience. Especially the part where I got to see my brain compared to an average healthy brain. It really helped put things in perspective. Dr Suarez was very patient with us and went way over the time frame allotted for the appointment. He asked questions and got curious about my situation more than any other doctor that I've ever worked with. Things occurred to him and he saw things and suggested other diognostic meathods that could be helpful to my unique and challenging condition- things no other doctors have ever suggested. He had very good eye contact and "bedside manner". You can tell he has a passion for what he does and has a very impressive bio. There were some times that my mom and I were confused and not understanding the medical and brain terminology that he was using but he was eventually able to explain things as best he could so we could finally comprehend the information. I will be working with my current doctors at Kaiser along with Dr.Suarez's guidance and recommendations. I hope that my Kaiser doctors will be supportive. I will slowly begin to start to implement changes and follow Dr. Suarez's advice. I will continue to stay connected to the Amen Clinic as I begin on my new journey. I will also be using other services that they offer if I feel they are needed at this time. Thank you Erica, Greg, Simone and Dr. Suarez. And thank you too Dr. Amen.

James Chowdry

I felt like I received comprehensive and professional treatment. Dr. Johnson is great and really take a full system approach considering everything from brain chemistry to nutrition and exercise. I did not feel unsafe at anytime.

Diane Smith

Professional, kind staff. Facinating evaluation and information. We are excited to see where recommendations take us!

Tyler H

I have been trying to get awnsers for my mental health issues for years, and it wasn't until I saw Dr Johnson at the Amen Clinic in Walnut Creek did I really get the answers I needed. It has made a huge difference in my life, and I am forever greatful for the help he has provided me

Shawn Carter

Everyone from the front desk assistant Gigi to Dr. Emina was so wonderful to my daughter and myself. We were treated with kindness and respect and I feel like this is the beginning of a new chapter for our family! We have learned so much already and are encouraged by the tools and suggestions that Dr. Emina has equipped us with to get on the road to healthier brains and a more fulfilled life!

Valentina Guolo-Migotto

Life changing approach to mental health. Genuinely caring staff. Great customer service.