(626) 790-1607

Frequently Asked Questions

My office is located in the heart of the quaint village of Sierra Madre, just a block west of the village center.

55 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Suite 203
Sierra Madre, CA 91024

Through my client portal, you will receive a link to connect with my online office.

A typical session lasts 50 minutes.

I currently see clients on Wednesdays from 1 pm to 9 pm. I will be opening Fridays from 9 am to 5 pm soon.

Call me at (626) 790-1607 or email me a message at jeffmcvaylmft@gmail.com.

This call is a first step for you to ask me questions and for me to hear from you what has been happening in your relationship.

At the end of the call, we will decide whether to schedule a first appointment.

There is ample street parking around the building; however, the best spot is directly behind the theater at the end of the block. It is free and open to the public.

I do not take insurance because I find that it places too many limitations on both clients and therapists.

However, I will be happy to provide you with a monthly super bill, which most insurance plans will count toward your out-of-pocket expenses.

If you are a couple in conflict, I am open to working with you.

I work with couples in conflict and individuals in relationships in conflict.

During our sessions, I actively engage with you in discovering the pattern of your conflict.

Once we can see this, couples start working as a team against the pattern instead of against each other.

I have a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Fuller Graduate School of Psychology.

Yes! I am licensed in both California and Michigan. I also practiced in Belfast, Northern Ireland, for 2 years.

Book an appointment and find out. Yes, I have a lovely leather sofa with pillows if you need them.

Our sessions are very conversational, so sitting up is the better choice.

Often therapy brings up big feelings, so you may want to, but don’t worry, I’ll have plenty of tissues close at hand.

I have the softest ones I can find.

I love other people’s cats and dogs. I’ll pet and play with them, but then they can go home.

While I respect a person’s right to do such an awful thing to a delicious pizza, I will never order that for a pizza I intend to eat.

Support starts here.

Whether you’re reaching out for yourself, your relationship, or your teen, support begins with a simple conversation.

A free 15-minute consultation can be the first step toward the steadiness and connection you’ve been hoping for.

Call or message today to get started.