Patient Video Testimonials

The Bagnalls’ Story

Jennifer Bagnall was settling into her new marriage when she accidentally came across a disturbing journal entry written by her new husband that said “Hang Myself”. That got her attention quickly and she convinced her husband David to get a brain scan to see what was going on.

Stephen, Firefighter

After living with PTSD for over 10 years, this first responder froze on the job. The guy who had been called to help was the guy who needed help.

Can Childhood Trauma Manifest in Adulthood? with Abby Rao – Scan My Brain

In this episode of Scan My Brain, influencer Abby Rao visits Dr. Amen at Amen Clinics Orange County to discuss some of her recent struggles. After scanning her brain, Dr. Amen shows Abby the patterns of brain activity consistent with emotional trauma. Dr. Amen then helps Abby with strategies to get her emotional brain under control in order to work past the trauma. Watch Now

MLB Angels Star Troy Glaus Discusses Mental Health & Alcohol Use – Scan My Brain

In this episode of Scan My Brain, former Major League Baseball World Series MVP Troy Glaus visits Dr. Daniel Amen at Amen Clinics, Orange County. Troy discusses some of the challenges he's faced after the end of his baseball career, and how the adjustment to post-baseball life presents a unique set of challenges. After scanning his brain and giving a detailed treatment plan, Troy re... Watch Now

The Brain of an Olympian, with Alysha Newman | Scan My Brain

In this episode of Scan My Brain, Olympic pole vaulter Alysha Newman visits Dr. Daniel Amen from Amen Clinics Orange County, CA to create a brain-healthy plan to supplement her training regiment for the next Olympics. Dr. Amen reveals the surprising results from her SPECT scan and gives her some practical strategies to incorporate into her training to give her a competitive edge. Watch Now

How Much Can a Previous Concussion Impact the Brain? with Sydney Olson – Scan My Brain

In this episode of Scan My Brain, stuntwoman Sydney Olson visits Dr. Julie Brush from Amen Clinics Los Angeles to see if there was lasting damage visible in her brain after suffering a concussion. What she saw surprised her. After reviewing her results, Dr. Julie Brush reveals her game plan to heal Sydney's brain. Watch Now

What Does ADHD Look Like in the Brain? with Sasha Aronzon-Martofel – Scan My Brain

In this episode of Scan My Brain, "Self Care is for Everyone" co-founder Sasha Aronzon visits Amen Clinics for help with focus and optimizing her brain. Dr. Daniel Amen uses SPECT imaging to help Sasha pinpoint how her brain is functioning and then he gives her some tools and strategies based on the results. Dr. Amen also shows the effect that frequent marijuana use has on the brain... Watch Now

Former Real Housewife Dina Cantin Discusses Trauma & Brain Health – Scan My Brain

In this episode of Scan My Brain, former "Real Housewives of New Jersey" star Dina Cantin visits Dr. Daniel Amen at Amen Clinics to get her brain scanned and see how it was affected by past traumas, such as an infamous home invasion and attack. Dina also discusses how she was shaped by early family life, and how stepping away from TV helped her to get her life back on track. Watch Now

“The Voice in My Head Was Gone” – Brett Baker on Ending Panic Attacks

Brett Baker's panic attacks had begun to take over his life. They had become so severe they almost ended his marriage. Brett searched for help in all kinds of places, but he was unable to find any meaningful answers. When a doctor recommended a visit to Amen Clinics, what Brett found in his brain gave him the solutions he was looking for. As a result he stopped having panic attacks ... Watch Now

Grammy-Award Winning Musician Meghan Trainor Discusses Anxiety with Dr. Daniel Amen

In this episode of Scan My Brain, Grammy-award winning singer Meghan Trainor (All About That Bass) visits Dr. Daniel Amen at Amen Clinics Los Angeles. Meghan discusses some of the anxiety that has crept into her life after fame and motherhood. Dr. Amen reveals the surprising results of Meghan's brain scan and then helps her with strategies specific to her unique brain. Watch Now

What You May Not Know about Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI) – with Tyler Fernengel

In this episode of Scan My Brain, pro BMXer Tyler Fernengel visits Dr. Kabran Chapek in Amen Clinics, Seattle Metro Area after suffering a horrible crash on his bike. Dr. Chapek reveals how the effects of the injury (and other lifestyle habits) are affecting Tyler's brain, as well as a game plan to get his brain back on the path to rehabilitation. Watch Now

Popstar Jojo Gets Honest About Her Mental Health

In this episode of Scan My Brain, pop singer Jojo (Joanna Levesque) visits Dr. Daniel Amen to help with her recent struggles with anxiety and trauma. Dr. Amen reveals the results of her brain scan and gives her a path forward based on the findings. Watch Now

The Bachelorette Hannah Brown Gets Honest About Depression & Overcoming Trauma

The Bachelorette Hannah Brown sits down with Dr. Daniel Amen to discuss her current mental health. She discusses her traumatic childhood, battling depression, and much more. Hannah gets her brain SPECT scan results and recommended treatment. Watch Now

YouTuber Jeff Wittek’s Accident (The 6-Month Brain Scan Check Up)

In this episode of Scan My Brain, we feature YouTube star Jeff Wittek in a brand new feature: ReSPECT! After following the treatment plan set out by Dr. Daniel Amen, Jeff gets another SPECT scan to see how his brain has been responding to the changes. Watch Now

An Honest Discussion About Overcoming Trauma & Addiction with Maeve Reilly

In this episode of Scan My Brain, celebrity stylist Maeve Reilly visits Dr. Daniel Amen to see the physical effects on her brain as a result of emotional trauma and previous substance abuse. Dr. Amen reveals her brain scan and gives her strategies to use to get her brain better based on the scan results. Watch Now

Overcoming Emotional Trauma with Actress Lilly Melgar

In this episode of Scan My Brain, "General Hospital" and "The Bold and the Beautiful" actress Lilly Melgar visits Dr. Jay Faber at Amen Clinics Los Angeles to get her brain scanned after experiencing a horrific year filled with tragedies. Dr. Faber shows Lilly how the trauma affected her brain, as well as the surprising differences in her brain activity when relaxed vs. when concent... Watch Now

Frankie Grande on Addiction, Recovery and Fame on the Brain

In this episode of Scan My Brain, actor and TV personality Frankie Grande visits Dr. Daniel Amen at Amen Clinics for help with his brain. Dr. Amen shows Frankie the results that addiction, fame, and trauma can have on the brain, and then gives him a detailed game plan to make his brain better. Watch Now

Radhi Shetty on Mental Health and Her Brain Scan Results

In this episode of Scan My Brain, chef and wellness expert Radhi Shetty visits Dr. Daniel Amen at Amen Clinics to see what's going on in her brain. Dr. Amen and Radhi discuss Radhi's mental health history, and the two end up in an in-depth discussion on the current state of brain health awareness. Watch Now

ADHD in the Brain with Mel Robbins

In this episode of Scan My Brain, author/TV host Mel Robbins visits Dr. Daniel Amen at Amen Clinics in Costa Mesa, CA to learn more about her issues with attention. Using SPECT imaging, Dr. Amen finds evidence of emotional trauma in her brain. He then helps Mel to address it using physical, natural methods to calm her brain down. Watch Now

The Brain of a NBA Star

In this episode of Scan My Brain, Denver Nuggets forward and 'Curious Mike' podcast host Michael Porter Jr. visits Dr. Amen to get scanned and find ways to optimize both his brain and athletic performance. Dr. Amen shows him the areas of the brain to focus on in order to improve his game, as well as strategies to prepare for life after the NBA. Watch Now

What Does Childhood Trauma Look Like in the Brain?

In this episode of Scan My Brain, YouTube sensation Derek Clark, aka "The Rapping Dad", visits "The Suicide Solution" author Dr. Daniel Emina at the Amen Clinics in Orange County. Dr. Emina shows Derek how his trauma-filled childhood has altered his brain, and then educates him on what can be done to reverse the harmful effects. In true Rapping Dad fashion, the episode's finale incl... Watch Now

She Was Diagnosed with Bipolar II Disorder

In this episode of Scan My Brain, Talia Jackson, actress from Netflix's "Family Reunion" and "You" singer, visits Amen Clinics Los Angeles, CA to seek help about her recent bipolar 2 diagnosis. Dr. Julie Brush reveals the surprising results of her brain SPECT scans and gives her a custom treatment plan to feel better based on what was found. Watch Now

Life Changing Experience

I would recommend everyone to go to Amen Clinics. There is a lot to be learned about your brain and how they see it. Even if you are not having problems it is great to see the health of your brain and any preventive things to do to keep it healthy. Dr. Amelia Mathews was…

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12 Week Journey

I want you to know that the Amen Solution program is awesome and I’m growing everyday by participating in the 12 Week Journey. You are truly helping me get my life back after an injury last year and chronic stress. I AM GETTING MY LIFE BACK! It is a lot of work but with the…

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Helpful Brain Scan

I just wanted to take a minute and thank you for your incredible program. I had my brain scan 1 month ago and the progress has been nothing short of amazing. My impulsive eating of bad carbs later in the day has totally subsided and as of today I am officially the leanest I have…

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Amen Clinics has given me a real chance at life

After years of special diets, full-body detox programs, tri-athlete like training, self-medication and traditional psychiatric care, I came to Amen Clinics in June of 2010 having lost almost all hope of finding answers to a life that was quickly coming to its end. Since my teenage years and before, I had trouble with focus, concentration,…

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Concussion: Kattie’s Story

I always knew something was wrong with my brain after my car accident. I had done multiple PET and MRI scans but every physician I saw said my scans came back completely normal, but I knew something was terribly wrong. So, when I first came in to Amen Clinics, I had no faith my brain…

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