James McLaughlin

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

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James McLaughlin

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

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Available both in-person and online

28362 Vincent Moraga Drive Suite D Temecula, CA 92590

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You might look like you have things together on the outside but internally, something feels off. Maybe you’re a man navigating a major life transition and feeling stuck, stressed, or unsure what’s next. Or maybe your relationship has become tense, disconnected, or caught in the same patterns that never seem to change. That’s where therapy can help.

I’m James McLaughlin, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist based in Temecula. I work with men and couples who want more than just a place to vent—they want to actually understand what’s going on and make meaningful, lasting changes.

I'm looking forward to meeting you! Feel free to call, email, or set a free consultation to see if I'm the right fit for you.

Call or Email James McLaughlin now for a free 15 minute consultation - (909) 479-2979

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

28362 Vincent Moraga Drive

Suite D

Temecula, CA 92590 map

(909) 479-2979

My website

I see clients virtually and in person on Wednesdays. I'm available 8a-5p during the weekdays and have limited appointment times on weekends.

I specialize in Life Transitions, Divorce and Infidelity

$175 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.

Let's Connect (909) 479-2979

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

28362 Vincent Moraga Drive

Suite D

Temecula, CA 92590 map

(909) 479-2979

My website

I see clients virtually and in person on Wednesdays. I'm available 8a-5p during the weekdays and have limited appointment times on weekends.

I specialize in Life Transitions, Divorce and Infidelity

$175 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $175
Couple Sessions $175

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

Aetna
Carebridge EAP
Carelon Behavioral Health
Optum
Oxford
Quest Behavioral Health
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

I am in network with Aetna, United Healthcare, and Optum. I also participate in the EAP's Lyra and Spring Health. My out-of-pocket rate is $175/session.

James McLaughlin

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (909) 479-2979

I am in network with Aetna, United Healthcare, and Optum. I also participate in the EAP's Lyra and Spring Health. My out-of-pocket rate is $175/session.

James McLaughlin

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (909) 479-2979

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 137558 James McLaughlin

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 9 years

Attended Azusa Pacific University , Masters of Arts in Clinical Psychology , Graduated 2018

Additional Credentials

Certificate from Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy 2016

Certificate from Prepare-Enrich Facilitator 2016

I'm a master's level clinician with over 8 years of experience helping individuals and families. I'm a Level 1 certified Gottman method couples therapist. In my work with clients, I often draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Narrative Therapy to support meaningful change.

James McLaughlin

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (909) 479-2979

James McLaughlin

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (909) 479-2979

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Life Transitions
Divorce
Infidelity

Expertise

Anxiety
Depression
Family Conflict
Grief
Men's Issues
Parenting
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem

In individual therapy, I address issues such as coping with stress, relationship challenges, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, addiction, and mental illness. His couples therapy focuses on enhancing communication, resolving conflicts, and healing relational wounds. For teens and families, he provides support for coping with change, attachment issues, family and disruptions

James McLaughlin

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (909) 479-2979

James McLaughlin

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (909) 479-2979

Endorsement

Joyce DeVera

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

I had the privilege of working with James at Elizabeth Hospice. James is gentle, compassionate, and genuinely cares about his clients.

Client Focus

Age

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Aviation Professionals ,

Gay Allied

Age

Teen ,

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Aviation Professionals ,

Gay Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Narrative
Play Therapy
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Narrative Therapy, etc. These are all theories that different therapists specialize in practicing. Some are more solutions focused, some are more processing focused, and each has its own benefits and can be helpful to different individuals based on their goals. I can work with you to determine what approach may be the best.

James McLaughlin

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (909) 479-2979

James McLaughlin

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (909) 479-2979