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Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
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Shawn Barry

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT (he, him)

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San Jose, CA 95128
Let's Connect (669) 587-2831
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As a creative, sensitive person, you measure success through a sense of purpose and fulfillment. Though you're doing well by many metrics, you want to feel more connected to what you're really doing with your life. Whether it's in your relationships, your creative life, or your own inner world, you're looking for something deeper to show you that you're walking down a life path you can feel great about.
I offer a safe and affirming space to explore why you don't feel at your best. Working from that secure base, along with plenty of kindness and humor, I'll help you examine what you need to feel your most creative, motivated, and connected. Then, I'll keep you accountable as I encourage you to go out and get it.
I'd love to help you improve your confidence by aligning with what really matters to you. Please reach out by email or phone with any questions or to chat about what working together is like. Congrats on making it here, good things are on the way :)
Call or Shawn Barry now for a free 15 minute consultation - (669) 587-2831

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

San Jose, CA 95128

(669) 587-2831
My website
I offer sessions online for anyone in CA. I'm available weekdays between the hours of 10am-5pm. Reach out for more info!
I specialize in Depression, Creativity and Artistic Growth and ADHD 
$220 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Hi, I'm Shawn! I work with creative and sensitive achievers. If you want to feel more fulfilled, connected, or driven, let's talk!
Shawn Barry
Let's Connect (669) 587-2831
Photo of Shawn Barry, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

San Jose, CA 95128

(669) 587-2831
My website
I offer sessions online for anyone in CA. I'm available weekdays between the hours of 10am-5pm. Reach out for more info!
I specialize in Depression, Creativity and Artistic Growth and ADHD 
$220 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Hi, I'm Shawn! I work with creative and sensitive achievers. If you want to feel more fulfilled, connected, or driven, let's talk!
Shawn Barry

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $220
  • Couple Sessions $250
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
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I work with Thrizer to make therapy more accessible through your insurance's OON benefits. I also have a limited number of sliding scale slots open - please reach out if that would help make therapy more accessible.
Photo of Shawn Barry, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Shawn Barry
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (669) 587-2831
"
I work with Thrizer to make therapy more accessible through your insurance's OON benefits. I also have a limited number of sliding scale slots open - please reach out if that would help make therapy more accessible.
Photo of Shawn Barry, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Shawn Barry
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (669) 587-2831

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 149162 Shawn Barry
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 7 years
  • Attended Palo Alto University, Master's in Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling, Graduated 2020
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with CAMFT 10051722 / 2025
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As an artist who grew up in the Bay Area, I'm familiar which the dual pressures of being creative in an area that demands excellence. I've spent the last 5 years helping sensitive and high-achieving people feel more fulfilled and connected.
Photo of Shawn Barry, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Shawn Barry
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (669) 587-2831
"
As an artist who grew up in the Bay Area, I'm familiar which the dual pressures of being creative in an area that demands excellence. I've spent the last 5 years helping sensitive and high-achieving people feel more fulfilled and connected.
Photo of Shawn Barry, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Shawn Barry
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (669) 587-2831

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Depression
  • Creativity and Artistic Growth
  • ADHD

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Anxiety
  • Autism
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Career Counseling
  • Child
  • Codependency
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Video Game Addiction
  • Working in Tech
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I work with creative and sensitive people who strive for excellence but feel they are falling short somewhere along the way. Whether you're seeking more fulfillment in your creative life or relationships, I'd love to help you find greater confidence in what you're doing.
Photo of Shawn Barry, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Shawn Barry
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (669) 587-2831
"
I work with creative and sensitive people who strive for excellence but feel they are falling short somewhere along the way. Whether you're seeking more fulfillment in your creative life or relationships, I'd love to help you find greater confidence in what you're doing.
Photo of Shawn Barry, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Shawn Barry
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (669) 587-2831

Endorsement

Torey Collins
Torey Collins
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
Shawn has an excellent ability to connect with clients, creating a safe and supportive space for them to grow and heal. His calm and approachable demeanor, combined with his strong clinical expertise, make him an effective and compassionate therapist.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • Coaching
  • Compassion Focused
  • Creativity Coaching
  • Existential
  • Expressive Arts
  • Humanistic
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Music Therapy
  • Person-Centered
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
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My approach features a combination of relational therapy, expressive arts, and mindfulness, focused on helping you express yourself and line up with your true priorities, so you can see the results you really want out of life.
Photo of Shawn Barry, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Shawn Barry
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (669) 587-2831
"
My approach features a combination of relational therapy, expressive arts, and mindfulness, focused on helping you express yourself and line up with your true priorities, so you can see the results you really want out of life.
Photo of Shawn Barry, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Shawn Barry
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (669) 587-2831

Location

Primary Location

San Jose, CA 95128

(669) 587-2831
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I offer sessions online for anyone in CA. I'm available weekdays between the hours of 10am-5pm. Reach out for more info!
Photo of Shawn Barry, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Shawn Barry
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (669) 587-2831
"
I offer sessions online for anyone in CA. I'm available weekdays between the hours of 10am-5pm. Reach out for more info!
Photo of Shawn Barry, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Shawn Barry
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (669) 587-2831