Shannon Barlow
Highland Park,IL
Summary
A highly skilled human services professional with extensive experience in social services, individual, group and family therapy, assessment, crisis intervention, and treatment planning. Builds and maintains solid professional relationships using a strength based therapeutic approach. Possesses excellent time management, organizational, communication, and problem solving skills, Builds a positive rapport and creates a productive, safe atmosphere to increase client comfort and enhance opportunities for growth. Consistently met and exceeded expectations to deliver meaningful results.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Practice Therapist
Shannon Barlow, LCPC
10.2022 - Current
- Enhanced the overall reputation of the practice by delivering exceptional client care and adhering to ethical guidelines set forth by professional organizations.
- Utilized assessment tools to accurately identify underlying issues contributing to client distress or dysfunction.
- Established rapport with clients, fostering an environment of trust and open communication to facilitate effective therapy sessions.
- Provided timely crisis intervention services for clients in need of immediate assistance while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
Family Therapist
Angelman Syndrome Foundation
06.2020 - Current
- Rendered mental health and counseling services to families affected by Angelman Syndrome- focusing on processing grief and the development of healthy relationships.
- Assisted clients in locating resources for services and financial assistance.
- Empowered clients by teaching effective problem-solving strategies and building resilience within the family unit.
Family Therapist
DUP 15Q Alliance
05.2018 - Current
- Rendered mental health and counseling services to families affected by a DUP15Q diagnosis- focusing on grief management and the development of healthy relationships.
- Assisted clients in locating resources for services and assistance.
- Delivered counseling services to individuals, families and couples dealing with issues related to the DUP15Q diagnosis.
Family Therapist
Urban Balance
02.2010 - 12.2022
- Rendered mental health and counseling services to individuals and families, focusing on development of healthy relationships.
- Conducted intake and needs assessments to set therapeutic goals and establish professional relationships with clients.
- Maintained accurate and thoroughly documented notes and client records in accordance with licensing standards.
- Collaborated with other mental health professionals to create comprehensive treatment plans.
- Utilized play therapy techniques with children to facilitate expression of emotions and processing of traumatic experiences.
Individual Care Grant Coordinator/Counselor II
Metropolitan Family Services
01.2005 - 01.2010
- Provided short term individual, family and group counseling to culturally diverse, urban and suburban DCFS and non DCFS youth and their families in the home, office, community and school
- Conducted play therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, art therapy and family systems therapy for children exposed to trauma, violence, abuse, substance abuse and/or having or severe mental illness
- Responsible for mental health assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning
- Pioneered and conducted 'Teen WRAP' groups for adolescents suffering from trauma and/or mental illness
- Provided clinical assessments and crisis intervention for at-risk youth in the emergency room, home, office, and schools
- Responsible for case coordination and communication with community providers including schools, hospitals, the MFS team and other mental health providers
- Attended Multidisciplinary Conferences and assisted with IEP development
- Maintained local mental health resources and referrals
- Provided court testimony
- Assisted with advocacy and event planning
- Designed and facilitated community and office based psycho-social groups
- Maintained Department of Human Services, Medicaid and agency program documentation requirements for a significant caseload
- Monitored, visited, and advocated for ICG funded mentally ill youth and young adults living at residential treatment facilities and living at home
- Provided discharge planning and transitional planning for ICG clients as well as helping them to develop career, education and independent living skills
- Used Rogerian based therapeutic techniques to guide clients towards empowerment, and help them to define and fulfill their goals.
Intern in the General Counseling and Adoption Preservation programs
Metropolitan Family Services
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Provided counseling to individuals, families, and couples in a clinical setting
- Conducted psychosocial assessments and individual treatment planning
- Provided in-home counseling to families with adopted children
- Provided office based counseling for individuals and families
- Conducted intake interviews
- Co-facilitated a support group for parents with adopted children
- Consulted with other professionals as needed.
Residential Counselor
Trilogy, Inc.
01.2001 - 01.2004
- Provided case management support and monitoring to adults with major mental illness in a group home settings
- Managed clinical cases of clients seeking services to address issues related to their mental illness and managing their symptoms
- Provided assessments and referrals
- Handled crisis intervention situations and linked clients with local service providers
- Maintained professional relationships with other providers.
Education
Masters of Education in Human Services and Counseling -
DePaul University
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology -
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Psychology
Memorial University of Newfoundland
Skills
- Self-care strategies
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Behavior Modification
- Grief counseling
Certification
- Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), 2011 to Present
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), 2005-2011
- Certified WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Planning) facilitator
Timeline
Private Practice Therapist
Shannon Barlow, LCPC
10.2022 - Current
Family Therapist
Angelman Syndrome Foundation
06.2020 - Current
Family Therapist
DUP 15Q Alliance
05.2018 - Current
Family Therapist
Urban Balance
02.2010 - 12.2022
Individual Care Grant Coordinator/Counselor II
Metropolitan Family Services
01.2005 - 01.2010
Intern in the General Counseling and Adoption Preservation programs
Metropolitan Family Services
01.2004 - 01.2005
Residential Counselor
Trilogy, Inc.
01.2001 - 01.2004
Masters of Education in Human Services and Counseling -
DePaul University
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology -
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Psychology
Memorial University of Newfoundland
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