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Dr. Charles McPhail — Virtual Psychologist 

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Please note that Dr. McPhail does not prescribe medication. All visits are cash pay / out-of-pocket

Charles A. McPhail, PhD, LCSW, LMSW, is a licensed clinical psychologist and clinical social worker with more than 40 years of experience providing trauma-informed psychotherapy to individuals, couples, families, and children. He is known for a compassionate, practical approach that combines deep clinical expertise with concrete tools to support lasting change and emotional resilience.

Dr. McPhail specializes in treating depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship concerns, and long‑standing emotional wounds. His work emphasizes safety, respect, and collaboration, using evidence-informed strategies to help clients gain clarity, repair relationships, and develop coping skills that transfer into daily life.

Committed to expanding access to high-quality mental health care, he offers telehealth services for clients in Michigan and California, creating a flexible and accessible pathway to therapy for those facing geographic, scheduling, or other barriers. Clients can expect a supportive therapeutic environment where they are heard and guided toward measurable progress.

For more information please contact Dr. McPhail today!

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Office Location

Charles A. McPhail LLC

Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • 3 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Charles Mc Phail, PhD, LCSW, LMSW

  • Self Pay
  • Superbill (PPO Only)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Charles Mc Phail, PhD, LCSW, LMSW has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Charles Mc Phail, PhD, LCSW, LMSW has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Behavioral Health & Social Services
  • Clinical Social Work

Certifications, License, & Education

MEDICAL LICENSE

Clinical Psychology, Michigan, 2028, Active

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Charles Mc Phail, PhD, LCSW, LMSW accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Yes, Dr. Charles Mc Phail, PhD, LCSW, LMSW accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Charles Mc Phail, PhD, LCSW, LMSW accepting new patients?
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Where is Dr. Charles Mc Phail, PhD, LCSW, LMSW's office located?
Dr. Charles Mc Phail, PhD, LCSW, LMSW's office is located at , Costa Mesa, CA, 92626.
What languages does Dr. Charles Mc Phail, PhD, LCSW, LMSW speak?
Dr. Charles Mc Phail, PhD, LCSW, LMSW speaks English.
Does Dr. Charles Mc Phail, PhD, LCSW, LMSW accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Charles Mc Phail, PhD, LCSW, LMSW accepts on their Vitals profile.

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