Dr. Mitch Keil, PsyD

Hi, I'm Dr. Mitch. I am a licensed clinical psychologist who has been serving the Southern California community for nearly 15 years. I am known for a deeply compassionate and insightful approach, and I have worked across a wide range of clinical settings, from hospital-based programs to community mental health clinics. I have extensive experience treating adolescents, adults, and families from diverse backgrounds.

My clinical training includes work with some of the most severe psychiatric cases, including individuals adjudicated as criminally insane at Patton State Hospital in Redlands, California.

I received rigorous clinical training through California’s leading institutions. I completed my doctoral internship at Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles (LAMC) in the Department of Psychiatry, where I focused on treating complex trauma, anxiety, and depression in both adolescents and adults. I also completed a year-long rotation in the Chemical Dependency Recovery Program (CDRP), further deepening my expertise in addiction and substance use treatment.

Following my internship, I completed a post-doctoral residency at the VA Medical Center in Loma Linda, working with veterans facing PTSD, depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders. These formative experiences continue to shape my deeply relational and trauma-informed approach to care.

Currently, I am in private practice in Newport Beach, CA, and serve as a Professor of Psychology at Santiago Canyon College. I regularly supervise postdoctoral residents in clinical psychology and contribute thought leadership through published articles in major news outlets.

I specialize in psychodynamic, humanistic, and existential/phenomenological therapies, and I am known for my depth-oriented approach. I treat a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, grief, and identity concerns in adolescents, young adults, and adults. My work often centers on building meaningful, healing relationships through insight, reflection, and emotional growth.

I also have a niche focus working with high-profile individuals, executives, and professional athletes as a sports and performance psychologist, blending clinical insight with peak-performance strategies.

Beyond my clinical work, I am a lifelong learner who continues to invest in ongoing education, supervision, and training to ensure my clients receive the highest quality care. I am passionate about the intersection of psychology, philosophy, and wellness, and I am committed to helping people live more fulfilled, authentic lives.

When I am not in the office, I enjoy surfing, riding motorcycles, reading, and staying active. I love spending time with my wife and three kids.