Shari French

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Supervisor (LMFT-S) and an AAMFT Clinical Fellow with nearly 30 years of experience supporting individuals through life’s challenges using a systems-informed approach. I hold a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Seattle Pacific University and have been licensed for independent practice in Washington State since 2009 and in Texas since 2017. My work focuses on trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, gender and sexuality concerns, and weight- and food-related issues. I also collaborate with medical providers and incorporate creative and art-based interventions when helpful, always tailoring therapy to support meaningful, sustainable change within the larger context of a client’s life.

Having grown up in Austin, Texas, and later living in Honolulu, Hawaii, Seattle, Washington, and now Portland, Oregon, I bring a deep appreciation for cultural context and the ways family, relationships, and environment shape emotional well-being. These experiences strongly influence how I understand and support each client’s unique story. While I work with individuals, my approach is grounded in family systems theory, recognizing that patterns, roles, and relationships often play a central role in distress and healing.

Our first session together will focus on getting to know one another. The relationship between therapist and client is one of the most impactful parts of therapy. This is also a good time to let me know what your goals for therapy are, and what has or hasn't worked for you in any past therapy you may have had. Feel free to bring any questions that you have!