Sherry Farrell , LMFT

Sherry Farrell is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with a decade of clinical experience. She earned a bachelor’s degree in Clinical Psychology from San Francisco State University and a master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of San Francisco, and brings both clinical training and hands-on work with families to her therapeutic approach.

Her career blends direct clinical work and educational experience - after approximately five years in psychology settings she shifted into teaching while raising her children, an experience that broadened her understanding of how children and families function across clinical, educational, and social environments. That background informs her work with young people and families as well as with adults navigating life transitions.

Sherry has provided therapy in clinics and in both alternative and mainstream school settings. She has supported children facing conduct disorder, ADHD, depression, social isolation, anxiety, suicidal ideation, abuse, and family stress. Her work with couples and families has addressed addiction, infidelity, parenting challenges, mood disorders, physical challenges, and divorce. With individuals she has treated anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, and adjustment to major life changes.

In session she uses a range of evidence-informed approaches including Solution-Focused, Client-Centered, Narrative, Motivational, Existential, and Cognitive Behavioral techniques. She emphasizes forming a compassionate, respectful therapeutic relationship and partnering with clients to develop strategies that foster meaningful and sustainable change. As an LMFT - a professional credential for therapists trained to work with individuals, couples, and families - she integrates systemic and individual perspectives to tailor treatment to each person’s needs.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Sherry Farrell draws on client-centered therapy to create a supportive space where the client’s own goals and values guide the work. This approach focuses on active listening, empathy, and collaboration, and is helpful for building self-understanding and improving relationships. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT - is used to identify and adjust unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; it is practical and skill-oriented, often helpful for anxiety, depression, and many forms of stress. Solution-Focused Therapy complements these methods by concentrating on strengths and small, achievable changes that move a person toward their preferred future.

Determining the right combination of approaches is a collaborative process. Sherry works with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and tailors interventions so they fit the client’s life and values rather than applying a single method across the board.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone appointments, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during busy periods, transitional life phases, or when in-person meetings are difficult, while preserving the therapeutic focus on progress and practical strategies.