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Grant Barlow, LCPC, LPCC
Illinois
Licensed counselor - Anxiety and depression
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About Grant
Grant Barlow is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC in Illinois) with six years of experience. He works with people who are facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family problems, addiction, grief, sleep disruption, ADHD, bipolar symptoms, and other mood or panic concerns.
He focuses on practical, solution-oriented work. Sessions emphasize noticing unhelpful thoughts and habits, testing small changes, and building skills that can be used day to day. He often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques alongside solution-focused methods and motivational interviewing to move toward concrete goals.
Grant draws on a person-centered stance. He treats the client as the expert on their life and collaborates to identify priorities. He also integrates existential ideas when questions about meaning, emptiness, or identity come up, and he can include spiritual perspectives if a client wants that explored.
Many of his recent clients had limited external supports, so he pays attention to practical barriers and strengths. He aims to help people notice patterns, try small experiments, and use their own resources to handle difficult moments. Sessions are typically focused and goal-directed, while allowing time to process difficult emotions.
People who reach out can expect straightforward conversation, clear options for short-term steps, and regular review of what is or isn't working. He practices in Illinois as an LCPC and an LPCC and uses basic coaching and motivational strategies to support change.
To begin, prospective clients follow the site's intake flow to answer a short questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How Grant uses structured approaches in online sessions
Grant often blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing in focused work. CBT involves identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety, panic, and sleep disruption. Motivational Interviewing helps when someone feels stuck or uncertain about change by clarifying values and building motivation.He also draws on solution-focused and existential ideas when appropriate. Solution-focused work targets small, achievable steps and progress checks. Existential topics are used when clients raise questions about meaning, emptiness, or identity. Together these approaches aim to produce practical actions and clarity about goals.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and will adjust as progress is reviewed. This is a shared process rather than a one-size-fits-all prescription.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the available session formats before booking. The main practical benefits include easier scheduling around work or caregiving, the option to have a shorter check-in when time is limited, and reducing travel time so therapy fits into a busy day. Those practical advantages can make it simpler to try new coping strategies and keep consistent appointments.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Illinois, Ohio, Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with most often?
He commonly works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family problems, addictions, grief, sleep issues, ADHD, bipolar and panic concerns.
How does he structure therapy sessions?
Sessions are solution-oriented and practical, with a focus on identifying problems, trying small behavior changes, and reviewing progress.
What is his clinical background?
He has six years of experience in the mental health field and has worked with people from a range of backgrounds, including those with limited external support.
What credential does he hold and where does he practice?
He holds LCPC and LPCC credentials and practices in Illinois.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and priced?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the next steps to start therapy?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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