James McLaughlin, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About James McLaughlin

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Anxiety

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Behavioral Problems

Life Transition

Anger Management

Bipolar Disorder

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Couples

Young adults (18-24)

Families

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Culturally Sensitive

Coaching

Existential

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Experiential Therapy

Identity

Gender

Male

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know James McLaughlin

Hi! I'm James McLaughlin, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist based in Sacramento. I work with individuals, couples, and families seeking support to navigate life's challenges. I focus on uncovering what may be blocking your fulfillment and work actively and collaboratively with you to re-write your life story. My approach I primarily use Narrative Therapy, which separates the person from the problem and helps people understand the power of the stories they tell themselves. For example, one narrative might cast you as a victim, while another positions you as in control. I also draw from several clinical theories to tailor therapy to your unique experiences and goals. My focus I'm a generalist, comfortable working with most situations, problems, and populations. I have extensive experience with grief and life transitions. If we're not the right fit, I'll help connect you with someone better suited to your needs. My communication style I'm warm and welcoming because I believe everyone deserves compassion and a helping hand. I can also be direct and challenging when needed. My goal is to create a space that encourages growth and change. My journey to therapy After a career in sales and marketing, I earned my Master's in Clinical Psychology from Azusa Pacific University. Since then, I've helped people cope with trauma, addiction, grief, depression, and anxiety. My specialty is empowering clients to take control of their life narratives and write the future they want to tell. In my spare time, I enjoy running (I've run the CIM twice), wine tasting with my wife Sarah, and playing with our dog Noah. My goals for you Simply put, we work on what you want. This is your time-no one knows you better than you.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gambling Addiction

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gambling Addiction

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. South

Education and training

Azusa Pacific University, Master's in Clinical Psychology

NPI number

1992401889

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What practice does James McLaughlin work with?

James McLaughlin works with Rula Health - L.A. South.

What are common reasons for patients to see James McLaughlin?

James McLaughlin frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for James McLaughlin on their profile.