Relationships — Blog — Dr. Amy E. Keller, PsyD, MFT

Dr. Amy E. Keller is a Doctor of Psychology in Psychoanalysis and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She has a private practice in Pasadena, California and is the author of Get Real, Get Going: The Definitive Roadmap to Starting the Private Practice of your Dreams.

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My Love Language is the Gottmans

Apr 13

Apr 13 My Love Language is the Gottmans

Dr. Amy E. Keller

Communication Tools, Dr. Amy Recommends, Relationships

It’s no secret that Dr. Amy is a huge fan of the Gottman’s and their work with relationships. In this blog post, she recommends some free resources to help you tap into the Gottman’s teachings in order to help you improve your own relationships.

Has the coronavirus affected your friendships?

Mar 2

Mar 2 Has the coronavirus affected your friendships?

Dr. Amy E. Keller

Dr. Amy Recommends, Relationships, Work Life Balance

Feel like social distancing has cost you some friendships? You’re not alone! In this blog post, Dr. Amy explains the general rules of friendship and the good habits you need to develop if you want to make, sustain or deepen your friendships.

Celebrate Your Friendships!

Feb 9

Feb 9 Celebrate Your Friendships!

Dr. Amy E. Keller

Dr. Amy Recommends, Communication Tools, Relationships, Wellness

Friendships are more important than we realize, they boost your happiness and ease your stress. Just like in a romantic relationship, friendships flourish when you nurture them, read on to discover Dr. Amy’s tips for celebrating your friends.

Five Truly Scary Film Relationships

Oct 27

Oct 27 Five Truly Scary Film Relationships

Dr. Amy E. Keller

Dr. Amy Recommends, Work Life Balance

With Halloween right around the corner, ‘tis the season for things that scare us. In some cases, the scariest aspect of a film is not a ghost or a monster, but someone much more human and close to the main character. Read on to see Dr. Amy’s nominees for the scariest relationships on the silver screen!

Happy International Podcast Day!

Sep 30

Sep 30 Happy International Podcast Day!

Dr. Amy E. Keller

Dr. Amy Recommends, Relationships

We’re celebrating #InternationalPodcastDay with three podcasts featuring of Dr. Amy’s favorite relationship guru’s - The Gottmans!

From Drama to Empowerment: Healthy Alternatives to Karpman's Triangle

Mar 3

Mar 3 From Drama to Empowerment: Healthy Alternatives to Karpman's Triangle

Dr. Amy E. Keller

Dr. Amy Recommends, Getting Unstuck

Dr. Amy revisits Karpman’s Triangle and offers an approach for transforming it into a healthier alternative.

Why does Marriage Feel Like So Much Work?

Feb 24

Feb 24 Why does Marriage Feel Like So Much Work?

Dr. Amy E. Keller

Dr. Amy Recommends, A Therapist's Therapist

Dr. Amy Keller answers that age-old question, Why does marriage feel like so much work? Using the work of Dr. David Schnarch, Dr. Amy explains the labor and rewards that come from a successful marriage.

Putting the ❤️ Back into Valentine’s Day

Feb 10

Feb 10 Putting the ❤️ Back into Valentine’s Day

Dr. Amy E. Keller

Relationships, Dr. Amy Recommends

How do you feel about Valentine’s Day? Maybe you’re on your own this year, or maybe you’re with a partner who feels differently about that day than you do? Or, maybe your valentine is not in the same quarantine bubble as you. Regardless of your situation, here’s Dr. Amy’s advice to help you get through the day!

Escape from The Deadly Triangle (Part 2)

Jan 27

Jan 27 Escape from The Deadly Triangle (Part 2)

Dr. Amy E. Keller

A Therapist's Therapist, Relationships, Getting Unstuck, Get Real Get Going, Dr. Amy Recommends

Escape the dreaded triangle! In this blog, Dr. Amy discusses ways to avoid being sucked into the emotional vortex known as “Karpman’s Triangle”. Bonus: this article includes an added special section featuring advice especially for therapists!

Don't Get Caught In The Deadly Triangle! (Part 1)

Jan 20

Jan 20 Don't Get Caught In The Deadly Triangle! (Part 1)

Dr. Amy E. Keller

Getting Unstuck, Relationships, Trauma to Transformation, Get Real Get Going, Dr. Amy Recommends

Avoid the dreaded drama triangle! “Karpman’s Triangle” consists of the three main roles that people can sometimes take on, and switch between, during high stress or emotional interactions. Read more to learn about this emotional rollercoaster.

Making Marriages Work: Hopes & Dreams

Dec 30

Dec 30 Making Marriages Work: Hopes & Dreams

Dr. Amy E. Keller

Dr. Amy Recommends, Getting Unstuck, Relationship Success

As we round the corner into a new year and contemplate our own resolutions, Dr. Amy discusses the importance of also learning about your partner’s hopes and dreams for the future.

Feeling Tips for For Men : Identifying and Communicating Your Feelings

Dec 9

Dec 9 Feeling Tips for For Men : Identifying and Communicating Your Feelings

Dr. Amy E. Keller

Dr. Amy Recommends, Getting Unstuck, Trauma to Transformation, Wellness

Dr. Amy shares some tips for men how to share their feelings, even if they aren’t sure what those feelings are. Read on to learn some ways you can help identify your emotions.

Dealing with Feelings: Listening Tips for Men (which is an aphrodisiac for women)

Dec 2

Dec 2 Dealing with Feelings: Listening Tips for Men (which is an aphrodisiac for women)

Dr. Amy E. Keller

Getting Unstuck, Dr. Amy Recommends, Relationships

The best aphrodisiac is good communication! Read on as Dr. Amy shares a few tips for men on how to be better listeners.

Dr. Amy’s Magic Formula for Repair When You F Up

Oct 21

Oct 21 Dr. Amy’s Magic Formula for Repair When You F Up

Dr. Amy E. Keller

Dr. Amy Recommends, Trauma to Transformation

We all make mistakes in our relationships and the damage these mistakes cause -- your partner feeling traumatized, devastated, or broken -- can be difficult to repair, but not impossible! After working with many, many couples in therapy who have experienced some kind of infidelity, Dr. Amy Keller has found a surefire formula to repair, rebuild and move on.

Don’t Let Holiday Stress Ruin Your Relationships

Nov 20

Nov 20 Don’t Let Holiday Stress Ruin Your Relationships

Dr. Amy E. Keller

Communication Tools, Life Coaching, Personal Growth, Relationship Success

The pressure of the holidays and extra time spent with loved ones can really show us where we need to do work to keep relationships strong.

"You like me! You really like me!": Overcoming the need for approval

Nov 13

Nov 13 "You like me! You really like me!": Overcoming the need for approval

Dr. Amy E. Keller

Communication Tools, Life Coaching, Personal Growth, Relationship Success, Self-Care, Trauma to Transformation

We all need to be loved and feel accepted but these feelings can become overwhelming and can affect a person’s ability to function in a healthy way.

Dr. Amy's Picks: Books To Help You Find Love and Keep It

Apr 5

Apr 5 Dr. Amy's Picks: Books To Help You Find Love and Keep It

Dr. Amy E. Keller

Dr. Amy's Picks, Communication Tools, Relationship Success

Looking for love? Or, are just looking for new ways to improve your relationship? Try these books, they're full of great advice and the perfect compliment to counseling.

Happy #$%! Valentine’s Day

Feb 14

Feb 14 Happy #$%! Valentine’s Day

Dr. Amy E. Keller

Relationship Success

This blog is for all of you who feel lonely and a bit left out on Valentine’s Day. It’s also for those who are madly in love and planning your perfect date. Last but not least, it’s for the ones who have lost that “loving feeling” under layers of childcare, carpooling and grinding work schedules.

Jan 17
Jan 17 The 5 Love Languages

Dr. Amy E. Keller

Relationship Success