I normally don't write negative reviews, but my experience with Dr. Robbins left me deeply disturbed, especially during our last couples therapy session. One of the most concerning moments was when he told me that my childhood trauma was my "perception." I shared that my mom would wake me up in the middle of the night to console her through panic attacks. I then asked him if a child being molested by a parent would also be "perception," and he said yes. He later clarified that perception doesn't mean it didn't happen--but using that word felt extremely invalidating. When I expressed that, he dismissively responded, "Okay, I just won't use that word if you don't like it." Throughout our sessions, he emphasized "self-control." When I shared that I believe control and self-control are often used to push away feelings, he immediately told me we could not work together. When I tried to explain my perspective, he shut down and refused to share his own thoughts. During that same session, he disengaged almost completely--remaining silent and appearing to stare me down. He said he didn't want to "argue," but I was simply expressing how I felt. Therapy should be a safe space to communicate openly, not one where a therapist withdraws when challenged. There was also a situation where my wife stormed out of last session because I didn't want to spend our 45 minute session going through a 50-page workbook. I preferred to do that outside of session time. Despite this, Dr. Robbins placed the blame entirely on me. And because I kept urging Dr. Robbins to look at the underlying root issues in our relationship, he acted very childishly by using that same approach in a crude way on me. My wife lost our family 500k by gambling it away in stocks and crypto. He asked how it made me feel and what trauma that was coming from. Obviously, it makes me feel like I don't matter, but I want to break the cycle of my childhood trauma where boundaries were not allowed, and I want to set boundaries with my wife. When Dr. Robbins heard that, he didn't care to respond, because his main goal was to one up me by using the root cause methods I was urging him to use. At another point, he asked, "Where do feelings come from?" I said the inner child, and he responded, "No, it comes from behavior." I am always talking to my son about feelings and emotions, and after the session I told him what Dr. Robbins said about feelings not coming from the inner child. My six-year-old son's immediate response was, "what the h*ll." Even my six-year old son is emotionally smarter than Dr. Robbins. I would not recommend working with Dr. Robbins because he uses his pain and his coping mechanisms to dictate the session. After ten sessions, we had no real improvement in our relationship. read more

My husband and I truly believe that one of the greatest gifts we can give our children is a strong, healthy, and happy marriage rooted in our faith. Working with Dr. Peter Robbins, PhD of Turning Point has been an incredible blessing for us. He is extremely knowledgeable and provides practical, meaningful tools that have greatly improved our communication and overall connection. We are so grateful we reached out to him when we did. His guidance has made a real difference in our marriage. Our marriage is worth investing in, and we are thankful to have found such a trusted and supportive therapist. I highly recommend him to any couple! read more

Dr. Robbins is a wonderful counselor, truly top notch. He has helped me through some difficult times and I can't say enough about him. He's a great listener and is a master of his craft. He's always on point with his feedback. He is truly a blessing. read more

Dr. Robbins has been a huge gift to our marriage. We have recommended him to many of our friends and truly believe that any marriage in any stage would benefit from time with him. He is a gifted and empathetic communicator and it's remarkable what we were able to cover in each session with him. He really got to the core of some of our fundamental issues and gave us tools to work through those issues, not only during his sessions but, more importantly, on our own. We are so grateful for Dr. Robbins and the impact he has had on our marriage. read more

We can honestly say our marriage wouldn't be where it is today without Dr. Robbins. We're a blended family -- both previously married -- and came to Dr. Robbins in a place of resentment, stress, and disconnection. Our marriage felt more like survival than partnership. He changed that. Dr. Robbins doesn't spend sessions rehashing the past -- he's straightforward, solution-focused, and completely unbiased. He helped us navigate the unique challenges of a blended family and guided us to a middle ground where neither of us "won," but both felt seen and respected. One of our biggest issues was finances -- the state of them and how we handled money as a couple. He helped us reorganize everything and put a plan in place that works for both of us. That alone removed a massive source of conflict. And when family issues came up, we could bring the kids in -- no red tape, no separate arrangements. Just real support when we needed it most. We're not claiming a fairy tale ending -- but we are back in partnership, enjoying life more, and moving forward together. Dr. Robbins is a godsend. read more

Too expensive for a Christian counselor... a little too greedy. Cannot afford his rate, so I did not bother making an appointment.

My spouse and I were going through the most difficult time in our marriage and Dr. Robbins went above and beyond for us. If there was a gap in us coming (due to my husband schedule) the office would call to check on us. He gave us many resources, books, shared his years of professional experience with us and we both trust him. He was so patient and when I would ask him questions he always would listen and made me feel heard even when it was difficult to hear. He always referred us to the Bible and quoted many scriptures, which was huge for us, and reminded us of what's most important. It allowed to walk and respond to the situation as God would want us to. read more

Dr Robbins is a counselor who is able to dissect relationship issues and gives very practical, easy to understand strategies and tools that have shaped and transformed my marriage. He is very easy to talk to and has given my spouse and I solutions that actually work. I've seen counselors in the past who are great but not as effective as Dr Robbins is. The pricing scale in a bit out of our budget but he is worth every penny. My husband and I didn't have any pre-marital counseling so not only is Dr Robbins addressing issues but also teaching us things we didn't have an opportunity to learn before. I truly feel like he is the perfect counselor to teach my husband and I how to be the husband and wife that God has called us to be and also to have a rewarding marriage. read more

It took me a while to write this review because no words could be written about how much Dr. Robbins and his staff mean to me. I was referred to him by a dear friend of mine, but at the time I didn't think I could afford his services. I went through a few other counselors because they were slightly cheaper before giving Dr. Robbins a try and to this day, I will never go anywhere else. I came in as a desperate wife of 8 years who had completely fallen apart and could barely keep my life together. I had mentally and physically been broken and didn't know what to do. I was willing to do anything to save my marriage whether or not my husband agreed to join me. I needed to be able to tell my children, mommy did everything she could. I was seeking a Christian male counselor who could lead me biblically, but also be a safe space for my husband (who is not a follower of Christ) and Dr. Robbins was that for me. He didn't push his values on me but I knew they were there and that we could chat openly about God. I started seeing Dr. Robbins by myself and then my husband did end up joining me eventually in the sessions. Dr. Robbins said he was willing to take the challenge after meeting my husband for the first time because even with all his life experience and education, he knew my husband would be a tough one to crack. He didn't give up on me or my marriage and that was encouraging. I never felt more alone in life, but to have Dr. Robbins on my side, gave me hope. Writing this review stirs up a lot of emotion and tears of gratitude of how far my family and I have come due to my faith in Christ and with the help of Dr. Robbins. We are still married and we use the tools that we were given on a constant basis. Dr. Robbins helped guide me in how to set up boundaries and he really brought out the strong woman who was inside of me who was just broken down. He did not choose my side and he did not choose my husbands, but he chose our marriage. His guidance was not biased and he offered great wise counsel. My husband challenged him quite a bit, and Dr. Robbins showed my husband that he listened to him just as much as he listened to me. For those of you reading this, I couldn't recommend Dr. Robbins and his team anymore. Even the women at the front desk were so supportive when I had my numerous breakdowns in the office. They have compassion and truly care. They are worth every penny and more and I highly recommend whatever anyone is going through Dr. Robbins and his team can help guide, rebuild and pray for the situation!!! read more

Peter and Kevin have helped our family in many challenges we've faced. We've been coming to them for many years. Whether it be individually or family. They have guided us. Prayed with us and have helped us keep peace. The office staff has been incredible to work with. read more

Dr Robbins has been nothing short of amazing for me. He has helped guide me through a very difficult time in my 12 year marriage and has allowed me to reach clarity in life-changing decisions. I am most grateful for his ability to listen and validate things that I was feeling. He offered great advice, shared personal experiences of his own, and helped me realize things on my own without telling me how I should feel. I will be forever grateful for his support and highly recommend his services. read more

Dr. Peter Robbins has an incredible healing energy and a deeply compassionate nature. He genuinely cares about people and was a tremendous source of support for me during a difficult time in my life. From our very first session, I felt safe, like I was talking to a kind and trusted family friend. Each visit left me feeling uplifted, with constructive guidance on how to improve different aspects of my life. Dr. Robbins is fully engaged during sessions, offering thoughtful insights and saying exactly what needs to be heard. I saw him both individually and with my husband, and I truly appreciate his deep respect for marriage and relationships. I'm a spiritual person but not religious, and this was never a problem in our counseling sessions. We were able to talk about God and prayer and it was never an issue that I practiced a different faith. He is down-to-earth, easy to relate to, and brings a rare combination of wisdom, warmth, and practicality to his work. I am incredibly grateful to have him nearby should I need support in the future, and I wholeheartedly recommend him to my friends and family. read more

We have had great success with Dr. Robbins. He's patient, listens to your concerns, very empathetic and caring . I would definitely recommend him. We have been going to him for over a year now and will definitely continue seeing him. He's very experienced and will definitely help with any situation and circumstances. Thank you for all your help Dr. Robbins. Keep up the good work. read more

Our experience with Dr Robbins has been truly transformative. From the first session, he created a safe and welcoming environment where we felt heard and understood. He offers practical, actionable advice that helped us communicate better and address underlying issues we hadn't realized were affecting our relationship. Many of his tips include relationship policies, guidelines, or rules to follow. So, you need to hold each other accountable. Dr Robbin's empathy and professionalism made it easy to open up, and we always left sessions feeling hopeful and empowered, even when we were discussing perhaps embarrassing moments or things we might have been ashamed of. He does not make you feel judged but offers actionable solutions to combat your weakest part of yourselves. We've seen incredible growth both individually and as a couple, and we're so grateful for his guidance. In the months we didn't go, we did see a decline in our relationship, so we came back immediately and have seen a difference already! I highly recommend Dr. Robbins to anyone looking to strengthen their relationship! 10/10 read more

Dr. Robbins is a wonderful marriage therapist. My husband and I have been seeing him for about 5-6 months. We have both learned so much. He is a great listener, and takes the time to validate our feelings. And most important he has honestly saved our marriage. We continue to learn different techniques on how to improve our relationship. We now see him on a monthly basis, instead of once a week. We are making progress as a couple, and we both enjoy our sessions with Dr. Robbins. We would highly recommend Dr. Robbins. read more

I would highly recommend Dr. Robbins. He has been incredibly helpful to both myself as an individual and for my marriage. He is both patient and supportive, while also not afraid to hold you accountable. Every time I leave his office I feel extremely positive and recharged. read more

Be very careful in trusting Peter Robbins. From my two meetings with him, he appears to be very irrational and unprofessional. For example, he talked extensively about his own life and shared many sordid details about his childhood including, "his father punching his mother in the face in the middle of a restaurant on the day of their wedding". These comments were not relevant to the context of the issues my ex-wife and I were dealing with. My ex-wife and I trusted him to resolve normal martial communication issues, and Peter Robbins digressed into his own personal issues and projected them onto us. He also many other remarks that were sweeping generalizations based on his personal stereotypes. Im not sure if he was just exhausted, under the influence of chemical substances, apathetic, intentionally malicious, or just not very intelligent. He also made many other assumptions based his emotions and did not ask many relevant questions or seek to clarify facts. He did rather honestly admit, "Im not like other therapists, and I take sides." This approach may be valid, but only after one garners all the relevant facts instead of operating from a personal bias. I'm honestly astonished & dismayed he is allowed to practice as a licensed therapist. PS Im using my real name in this review, so please feel free to contact me if you need further details. read more

Dr. Robbin's is an expert on anxiety. He's been a Godsend for me as I've been learning how to handle my anxiety on a daily basis. Because of his depth of knowledge I highly recommend going to his sessions in person at their offices in Fullerton on Brea Blvd. You won't be disappointed as he provides very practical knowledge and tools to help you battle anxiety and understanding how to overcome panic attacks and captivate negative thought patterns. Truly a very beneficial experience for those struggling with anxiety. read more

I had the amazing opportunity of interning at Turning Point Counseling with Dr. Robbin's. I was able gain more insight about therapy with Dr. Robbin's one on one sessions where I was able to ask questions about his work and experience. He is very confident and compassionate about his work. I am grateful for the opportunity to learn more about therapy and seeing how he has helped so many families! Overall a great intern experience. read more

Dr. Robbins, Has gone above and beyond to help me and guide me during a tough time in my life, and continues to help me an great deal both with my personal life and with my businesses. I cannot thank Dr. Robbins enough for all the help and guidance he brings me, he has turned a moment that I believed was impossible to get through into a moment that has helped me grow tremendously with my business and my relationship! read more

Dr. Robbins has been instrumental in the mental health and well being of my son. With patience, God-given wisdom, and discernment Dr. Robbins has allowed my son to heal, feel happiness again, and get his voice/self back. From a tragic situation to a strong testimony...thank you Dr. Robbins for giving of yourself to help others and going well beyond the call of duty. May the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob continue to bless you and your family! -A Thankful Morher read more

Great experience! Dr. Robbin's is a very friendly person with a calming personality. His office is clean, professional and inviting. I highly recommend Dr. Robbins. read more

I was lucky enough to complete my internship the fall semester of 2023 at Turning point counseling with Dr. Peter Robbins. It was an amazing opportunity to be able to learn from him and all the amazing work he does for his clients. He made sure to set time aside to answer any questions I had on becoming a therapist and even questions about my schooling. The counseling office staff is all extremely friendly and welcoming. They all want the best for each individual and are truly there to help. I am extremely appreciative of my time spent interning here and will forever be grateful for everything I have learned from him. read more

I have known Peter for several years. I have complete confidence in his ability as a psychologist/ marriage counselor and as a financial advisor. Peter assists each of his clients with great interest, insight, and compassion. He is a seasoned and gifted marriage counselor He is skilled in handling couples that are under financial stress. He organizes their financial situation in such a way that they can pay off debts, save money and put money aside for vacation. I'm confident in all the referrals I send to Peter, whether they are having trouble in their finances or in their marriage, they will get highly professional and competent care. read more

After years of struggling to resolve long-standing conflicts within my family, I finally sought professional help and luckily found Dr. Robbins. Dr. Robbins' approach has helped my family take real, tangible steps towards becoming better to one another and communicating more effectively. Even despite some initial resistance as a result of initial friction or discomfort towards the very idea of opening up about things and talking through them, Dr. Robbins has been able to help us through the process with grace and levity. After just about 2 months of seeing Dr. Robbins, I can say that for the first time in a long time I am genuinely optimistic that my family is on a path towards being better. We still have a long road to walk, but I am more confident than ever in our ability to walk it with the help of Dr. Robbins. read more

Dr. Robbins gets it! He relates and gives you good, applicable advice. My fiancé and I went to him for premarital counseling, and it definitely helped our relationship flourish and be the best it could be. We really enjoy his stories and him sharing his experiences that help relate to us, making us realize that we are not alone and what we are experiencing is normal, and even if it wasn't, he would help us talk through it and understand each other. He has truly been a blessing to our relationship. The office experience is also amazing, the staff is very helpful and VERY kind. read more

Dr. Peter Robbins is such a natural in his profession. My significant other and I have been coming to Dr. Robbins for quite some time now and he has helped us navigate through our journey as a couple and individually. We absolutely appreciate all the growth he's watered onto us! He helps each individual understand the importance of why we struggle and how to overcome certain insecurities and issues to be able to reflect and move on. We have been extremely happy with our sessions and can't stress enough how much therapy has been such a beneficial factor for myself and my family's environment. Thank you Dr. Robbins for shining your light into lives that need a little help shining as well! read more

Dr. Robbins is a true pro, he cares and he is proactive to integrate all the right tools into the equation to solve your problem. He knows how to break it down to the skeleton of the problem, identify the issues, ask insightful questions, and he sets up a plan to really answer to what brought you to come in, and then he guides you with a biblical perspective to support your personalized plan that validates it for your soul to be at peace with it. I'm so grateful to him. read more

Dr. Peter Robbins has been an absolute for our marriage. Unlike most so-called Christian counselors, Dr. Robbins actually builds his teachings firmly on the Bible and regularly shares incredibly insightful examples straight from scripture. I have found that to be especially reassuring and effective in improving communication and strengthening our marriage. Thank you Dr. Robbins! read more

Dr. Robbins was extremely helpful to us. My girlfriend and I were always comfortable around Dr. Robbins, especially with the problems that we were having. He'd always make sure both sides of the story were heard, that my girlfriend and I were both comfortable, and that we'd receive the information/resources needed to resolve our conflicts. Despite the major conflicts my girlfriend and I were having, we were both so surprised to see how effective our 3 sessions with Dr. Robbins were. I am also very grateful to have this kind of experience as my first time seeking therapy. Whether you're looking for short or long term therapy with Dr. Robbins, I'm confident he'd be a tremendous help. read more

I started coming to Turning Point May of 2021 to see Alina. She has been such a big help in providing me with the tools I need to navigate difficult situations. I was also able to convince my husband to start coming with me. Dr. Robbins has been seeing us for a few months now and has given us direction on how to be better communicators. We're able to work through our issues as a team. He provides a perspective that each of us can understand. We're super thankful to the Turning Point team. read more

I strongly believe God sent us to Dr Robbins. I can't say enough how helpful he has been, not only for my marriage but also in giving my husband and I the greatest parental advice. We not only consider him our therapist but also a friend. He is very easy to talk to and never makes one feel judged. On the contrary he helps you see and realize things and behavior patterns you have that hurt your partner that you're completely unaware of. Thank you Dr. Robbins for all your help and guidance. read more

For anyone who is interested in marriage counseling, Dr. Robbins is outstanding. My wife and I were at the brink of despair in our marriage and felt completely hopeless. We decided to try counseling and we are so happy we found Dr. Robbins at Turning Point. Dr. Robbins was able to get to the heart of our problems using a very calming series of questions. He was then able to offer very practical advice that was able to get us back on track in our marriage. It is not an exaggeration to say that making the decision to see Dr. Robbins saved our marriage. I encourage everyone who is facing a difficult time as a couple to give counseling with Dr. Robbins a chance. read more

After almost 30 years of marriage, my wife and I were both speaking to attorneys and planning to divorce. After raising three beautiful children, we had grown apart, were unable to communicate and our relationship became toxic, especially as our children were leaving home to pursue their own lives. Desperate to keep our marriage, and still in love, we sought out marriage therapists on Yelp, and feel extremely blessed and fortunate that we found Dr. Robbins. He was able to diagnose our issues quickly, and gave us the tools that we desperately needed to get back on track. He is a therapist that believes in the sanctity of marriage, displays empathy for everyone's feelings, but is not shy to call out either partner when they are in the wrong. His advice is given in a non threatening and compassionate manner. He often uses his own personal experiences as examples of issues that he and his own wife had to resolve. This allows him to communicate in a warm way that makes you feel that he is just a wise friend giving you valuable advice about marriage instead of just being a therapist. I will admit, that when we were searching for a therapist, we were a little concerned that his methods would be religious based and non-secular. Although he does bring up biblical examples from time to time, he does so more as a historical perspective, (instead of moral) which we welcome and find very comforting. Lastly, his fees are very reasonable in comparison to other therapists with great reviews, and he offers virtual sessions which makes scheduling very convenient. If you want to improve, repair or save your marriage, I highly recommend Dr. Robbins. He literally saved our marriage. read more

I came to see Dr. Robbins for help with an addiction. He came highly recommended from a friend of mine. I had been through several different rehab type programs but always felt like they were only treating the symptoms. I wanted to treat the source. I had a lot of anxiety on my first visit (another issue I was hoping my time with Dr. Robbins would help). Shortly after sitting down with him and discussing why I was there and what my expectations were my anxiety subsided. I felt very comfortable and felt like I was talking to the right person. I have been seeing Dr. Robbins for about 4 months now. In that time I have learned a lot. How my childhood has influenced who I am today. Why I react to things in certain ways. What I can do about it. How to change my thinking. How my expectations of other people affects my happiness. How to fix this. How and why I need to be a good steward of my addiction. I don't fully understand everything as of yet but I feeling a change in myself. My family and friends are also noticing a change in me. The external factors of my life haven't changed but my attitude and how I deal with them have which has made me a much happier person overall. Plus, I haven't felt like a needed a drink to cope. That is huge! read more

I contacted the office of Dr. Robbins after many other offices said they were booked for another 3 months. I left a message in the evening time, on behalf of my husband, who needed to see a professional urgently. The next morning, my husband received a call from his staff and he was booked within days. I cannot thank Dr. Robbins enough for helping my husband through this difficult time. On the first meeting, he assured my husband that he was going to provide him with the tools he needs. I have peace of mind knowing that my husband has a compassionate and understanding psychologist who is also faith based. read more

Dr. Robbins has been a blessing for me and my family. My husband and I were having ongoing relationship issues for years. Problems that ranged from communication, issues with his friends and financial issues. I was running out of patience. Dr. Robbins has provided us with helpful resources regarding how to improve communication and how to budget. Recently I was having some issues with work and he provided me with some helpful tips. He's already very responsive, readily available and reliable. Thank you Dr. Robbins for everything. We appreciate you and the work you do for others! read more

Dr. Robbins' wealth of wisdom combined with his excellent communication skills make him a great counselor. His relaxed warm demeanor, and his practical approach to problem solving make his advise accessible and useful for anyone. I would highly recommend him! read more

Dr. Robbins was instrumental in helping my husband and I work through some problems that had developed in our relationship. We were dealing mostly with a lack of effective communication, and also the toll that our busy schedules with work, kids, activities etc. had taken on our marriage. He really helped us see things from the other person's point of view, put things into perspective, and gave us great tools to help us communicate more effectively. As he said, your relationship with your spouse is the most important relationship in your life. It is definitely worth investing in! We are so glad that we did and are so grateful to Dr. Robbins for all of his advice and help. read more

Wow, wow and more wow! Dr. Robbins is literally a gift from the Lord God of the universe. Smart, sane, patient, kind, attentive, just about everything one would hope to have in a therapist are qualities Dr. Robbins has in abundance. My wife and I simply could not recommend him more highly!! read more