Greetings, and thank you for considering me as your counselor! My name is Grant Barlow, and I’m a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor living and working in the Chicago-land area.
First, a bit about my experience. During my six years in the mental health field I’ve worked with a wide variety of clients, all with different backgrounds and unique concerns. Some of my more recent experience has been working with individuals who have few resources or external support. From this experience, I’ve learned how critical it is to draw out a person’s inner-strengths and abilities to help them reach their goals or manage their concerns. I believe that each individual is, in many ways, the chief expert on themselves. It’s my goal to align with them, so I can better coach and guide them to find solutions.
Secondly, some information about my approach. With each client, I approach using a person-centered model. This means I work hard to foster a trusting relationship as we identify areas of specific focus. My approach tends to be solutions-oriented, while also drawing quite a bit from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I’ve also received training in adopting different modes of spirituality into counseling, if this is something that is of interest to you. Whether you’re dealing with recent stressful life transitions, anxiety or depression, relational concerns, addiction, trauma, or any other challenges -- I’ve found that having a counselor present can be monumental in helping a person regain purpose, joy, and vitality in life.
The first step can oftentimes be the most intimidating, so again I say thank you for your courage and willingness to take that first step. I look forward to working with you soon.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, ADHD, Codependency, Emptiness, Family problems, Men's issues, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
IL LCPC 180.012006
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Grant makes me feel heard. I have helpful advice from him and look forward to my sessions.
Written on Jun 16, 2022 after therapy with Grant for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Grant is understanding, kind, and helps me manage my anxiety with a variety of tools. He helps me understand the underlying issues of my fears and anxieties.
Written on Jun 06, 2022 after therapy with Grant for 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, coping with life changes, and adhd
Grant has been super helpful. Over the last few years we have worked on many of my issues. Thank you again for everything!
Written on May 25, 2022 after therapy with Grant for 2 years and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Grant has been a great therapist and made me feel very comfortable. He listens, is attentive, a good communicator, and had very helpful tools and resources to recommend throughout my therapy journey. I truly appreciate his positive approach, and I've had a very insightful and growth oriented experience!
Written on Feb 09, 2022 after therapy with Grant for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I've had the pleasure of working with Grant over the past 4-5 months and I've greatly appreciated his insightful/empathetic support. Our weekly session allowed for consistent follow-up with room for growth each week. I also appreciated Grant's patient approach and how well he understood/helped me work through complex situations. I would highly recommend working with Grant and appreciate that we were able to connect through BetterHelp.
Written on Jan 03, 2022 after therapy with Grant for 5 months on issues concerning depression, and relationship issues
Great expert that creates a comfortable environment for mental health progress. He listens and provides expertise to help you on your self help journey.
Written on Dec 30, 2021 after therapy with Grant for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties