Lori McClain
Hi, I'm Lori McClain, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). I've been working in mental health since the late 1990s, and it's truly been an honor to support people through life's challenges. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, bipolar disorder, or simply feeling overwhelmed, my goal is to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and never judged. While I enjoy caring for adults across a wide range of mental health concerns, I have a particular passion for perinatal and reproductive psychiatry, supporting individuals through the emotional and hormonal transitions that can accompany family planning, pregnancy, postpartum, and other stages of reproductive life.d.
I’ve genuinely never met a person I couldn't find something to like about, and I celebrate all the unique cultural 'flavor' you bring to the table.
My style is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth. I practice from a harm reduction perspective and believe in meeting people where they are, not where they think they "should" be. I value honesty and open communication, and while I'm straightforward about treatment options and expectations, I also believe that a little humor can go a long way. We can talk about difficult things without losing sight of hope—or your humanity. As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I view medication as just one tool that can support your overall well-being. If medication is part of your treatment, we'll make those decisions together, with plenty of room for questions and ongoing conversations about what's working and what isn't. Outside of work, you'll usually find me spending time with my adorable French Bulldog, Malkie, or planning my next adventure. Before entering mental health care, I spent eight years as an international flight attendant. I still love to explore! Reaching out for help isn't always easy, but you don't have to figure everything out on your own. I look forward to getting to know you and working together to help you feel more like yourself.
First session
During your initial 60-minute appointment, we'll spend time getting to know each other and talking about what brings you in. My goal is to create a comfortable, judgment-free space where you feel heard, respected, and able to speak openly at your own pace. We'll discuss your current concerns, your mental and physical health history, any previous treatment experiences, medications you've tried, and the stressors that may be affecting your well-being. I'll also ask about your strengths, support system, and what you hope to gain from treatment so we can develop a plan that fits your needs and goals. I believe the best care is collaborative. I'll explain my thoughts, answer your questions, and make sure you understand your options before we make any decisions together. If medication is appropriate, we'll discuss the potential benefits, risks, and alternatives so you can make informed choices about your care. You can expect me to be warm, honest, and nonjudgmental. I value open communication, believe a little humor can help ease difficult conversations, and strive to create an environment where you feel comfortable being yourself. By the end of our visit, you'll have a better understanding of your treatment options and a clear plan for the next steps.
Strengths
What makes my approach different is the balance of experience, collaboration, and genuine connection I bring to each appointment. After more than two decades in mental health care, I've learned that effective treatment starts with listening. I take the time to understand your unique experiences, goals, and concerns before we make decisions together. My style is warm, honest, and down-to-earth—I believe you deserve straightforward information, evidence-based care, and a provider who sees you as a whole person, not just a diagnosis. I have a special interest in perinatal and reproductive psychiatry, supporting individuals through pregnancy, postpartum, infertility, pregnancy loss, PMDD, and other reproductive life transitions. I understand these experiences can be both emotionally and physically complex, and I strive to provide compassionate, evidence-based care while helping patients make informed decisions about treatment, including medication use during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Ideal clients
An ideal client is one who is ready and willing to change, is engaged, and understands that this is not a linear process. There will be ebbs and flows. It takes the willingness to self-reflect and ask, "What is my role in this? And what can I do differently ?" This is a collaboration. We are a team. This is a therapeutic relationship.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Sometimes the way one views a situation or condition may be negativistic or flawed. Circumstances can often be improved once thoughts have been replaced. Thoughts lead to your feelings which lead to your behaviors. For example: a work aquaintance doesn't say good morning as she usually does. You think "oh she must be mad at me" so you don't pick up her mail from her mailbox as you usually do at lunch. You are anxious about what you couls have done all day. Turns out she was preoccupied by news that her rent was going up and didn't see you. You've worried about something you made an assumption about all day which led to an action that didn't have to be.
Trauma-Informed Care
provide culturally responsive or culturally sensitive care, recognize the impact of discrimination and systemic stress on mental health, practice trauma-informed care, and consider each person's cultural background and lived experiences when developing treatment plans.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- CaliforniaLicense 95019695
- OregonLicense 10036085