Dr. James McGurk, Psy.D., LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

I’m Dr. James McGurk, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) dedicated to helping individuals and families build healthier, more connected lives. With over five years of experience, I specialize in working with children, teens, and adults navigating ADHD, anxiety, and learning differences.

Whether you’re a parent worried about your child’s focus or emotional well-being, or an adult feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or executive functioning struggles, I provide personalized, evidence-based support to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

Together, we’ll work to uncover your strengths, build lasting coping tools, and create meaningful change in your relationships, your work, and your day-to-day life.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Convenient Locations & Flexible Options
In-person sessions available in Sherman Oaks and West LA, with Telehealth offered across California.
Specialized Support for Neurodiverse Families
Expertise in ADHD, anxiety, learning differences, and supporting neurodivergent children, teens, and families. I help parents and children strengthen their connection and build practical, lasting skills together.
Free 15-Minute Consultation
Schedule a complimentary phone or Zoom consultation to see if we’re a good fit before getting started.
Customized Session Lengths
Sessions typically last 45 to 60 minutes, based on your unique goals and treatment plan.
Private Pay & Insurance Options
I am private pay and provide superbills for clients seeking out-of-network insurance reimbursement.
Family-Centered Approach
When working with children or families, I begin with a dedicated session for parents or caregivers to establish goals and create a focused, effective treatment path.

MY APPROACH

Helping You Build Insight, Connection & Emotional Skill

Whether you’re a parent seeking support for your child, or an adult navigating ADHD or emotional challenges, my work centers on helping you grow with clarity and compassion, from the inside out.

Strengthening Parent-Child Relationships

I help parents and children become more connected, responsive, and emotionally attuned, transforming daily struggles into opportunities for growth. Through relational, skills-based work, families develop stronger communication and more effective, collaborative bonds.

Empowering Families with Practical Parenting Tools

Parenting doesn’t come with a manual, but together we can build one that fits your family. I help parents develop intentional, emotionally informed strategies that align with your child’s needs and your values.

Supporting Adults with ADHD

Living with ADHD can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be a mystery. I help clients become more intimate and intuitive with their own ADHD, learning to recognize the signs in real-time, understand their patterns, and respond with greater awareness and self-compassion.

Building Emotional Awareness & Resilience

Many clients come to therapy feeling disconnected from their emotions or stuck in unhelpful patterns. I help you develop the tools to identify your emotions, create space for new behaviors, and reconnect with your inner life. This emotional clarity is the foundation for long-term change in relationships, work, and self-understanding.