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Pasadena, CA 91105
Lori McClain is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner offering outpatient psychiatric medication management and therapy for individuals ages 16 and older. She brings a compassionate, evidence-based integrative approach to care. Her broad experience spans the full spectrum of psychiatric care, including emergency medicine, crisis stabilization, residential treatment, inpatient, and PHP/IOP. This diverse clinical background allows her to bring insight and flexibility to outpatient care. She meets the clients at whatever stage they are in throughout their healing. She believes in a harm reduction approach.
Lori has a special clinical focus on reproductive psychiatry—supporting individuals through the unique mental health challenges related to the menstrual cycle, fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. She also treats clients triggered by social media, political climate, current events and race relations.
Grounded in respect, dignity, and clinical excellence, Lori integrates medication management with supportive therapy to help patients navigate anxiety, OCD, mood disorders, trauma, and addiction. She approaches every encounter with a humanistic lens—focused not just on symptoms, but on supporting healing at every stage of life
Take the first step to help. Call or Lori McClain now - (562) 280-2856

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Pasadena, CA 91105

(562) 280-2856
My website
I do offer therapy and medication management later evening and weekend hours via telehealth.
Initial Session Fee $225, Standard Visit $150, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (562) 280-2856
Photo of Lori McClain, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN , PMHNP, BC, APRN

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Pasadena, CA 91105

(562) 280-2856
My website
I do offer therapy and medication management later evening and weekend hours via telehealth.
Initial Session Fee $225, Standard Visit $150, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Initial Session Fee $225
  • Standard Visit $150
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Apple Cash, Cash, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • BHS | Behavioral Health Systems
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Health Net
  • Magellan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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I take cash or credit as well as most insurance. I can Superbill for out of Network clients and assist with reimbursement. Please inquire.
Photo of Lori McClain, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN , PMHNP, BC, APRN
Lori McClain
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN , PMHNP, BC, APRN
or call with questions - (562) 280-2856
"
I take cash or credit as well as most insurance. I can Superbill for out of Network clients and assist with reimbursement. Please inquire.
Photo of Lori McClain, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN , PMHNP, BC, APRN
Lori McClain
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN , PMHNP, BC, APRN
or call with questions - (562) 280-2856

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: California / 95019695 Lori L McClain
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science, Masters Science Nursing
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I Have over 20 years experience caring for those that have a hard time advocating for themselves. Behavioral health has truly been a calling. It's been an amazing life experience to help people grow thorough some of their darkest times.
Photo of Lori McClain, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN , PMHNP, BC, APRN
Lori McClain
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN , PMHNP, BC, APRN
or call with questions - (562) 280-2856
"
I Have over 20 years experience caring for those that have a hard time advocating for themselves. Behavioral health has truly been a calling. It's been an amazing life experience to help people grow thorough some of their darkest times.
Photo of Lori McClain, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN , PMHNP, BC, APRN
Lori McClain
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN , PMHNP, BC, APRN
or call with questions - (562) 280-2856

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Stress/ effects of current events/ social media
  • Substance Use
  • Women's Issues
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Honestly, therapy is unpredictable. It's work though. It can get really heavy. There are times you will need Kleenex and a nap afterward and there are times you will feel like a weight has been lifted.
Photo of Lori McClain, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN , PMHNP, BC, APRN
Lori McClain
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN , PMHNP, BC, APRN
or call with questions - (562) 280-2856
"
Honestly, therapy is unpredictable. It's work though. It can get really heavy. There are times you will need Kleenex and a nap afterward and there are times you will feel like a weight has been lifted.
Photo of Lori McClain, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN , PMHNP, BC, APRN
Lori McClain
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN , PMHNP, BC, APRN
or call with questions - (562) 280-2856

Endorsement

Amber Mitchell
Amber Mitchell
Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerAPRNMSNPMHNP
I highly recommend Lori McClain, PMHNP. She is very skilled, thoughtful, and compassionate clinician who provides grounded, evidence-based care and creates a truly safe space for patients. I value her professionalism and clinical insight.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Aviation Professionals
Immuno-disorders
Racial Justice Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Aviation Professionals
Immuno-disorders
Racial Justice Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
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I incorporate Cultural sensitivity and discuss which symptom bothers you the most. It often changes as we go along . I'm known for my empathy, honesty and sense of humor.
Photo of Lori McClain, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN , PMHNP, BC, APRN
Lori McClain
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN , PMHNP, BC, APRN
or call with questions - (562) 280-2856
"
I incorporate Cultural sensitivity and discuss which symptom bothers you the most. It often changes as we go along . I'm known for my empathy, honesty and sense of humor.
Photo of Lori McClain, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN , PMHNP, BC, APRN
Lori McClain
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN , PMHNP, BC, APRN
or call with questions - (562) 280-2856

Location

Primary Location

Pasadena, CA 91105

(562) 280-2856
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I do offer therapy and medication management later evening and weekend hours via telehealth.
Photo of Lori McClain, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN , PMHNP, BC, APRN
Lori McClain
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN , PMHNP, BC, APRN
Take the first step to help. Call now - (562) 280-2856
"
I do offer therapy and medication management later evening and weekend hours via telehealth.
Photo of Lori McClain, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN , PMHNP, BC, APRN
Lori McClain
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN , PMHNP, BC, APRN
Take the first step to help. Call now - (562) 280-2856