Barry McClintock, M.Ed.
Licensed & Board-Certified Professional Counselor
Pronouns (he/him/his)
Staff Counselor, SIUE Counseling Services
- M.Ed. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, University of Missouri – St. Louis (CACREP)
- B.A. in Psychology, University of Missouri – St. Louis
As a Staff Counselor, Barry sees students for individual and group therapy. His method of supporting individuals is through explorative talk therapy. He believes in working in collaboration with clients in a manner which instills faith in an individual’s own potentials. His non-judgmental approach and empathic qualities encourage individuals to explore their authentic selves and discover their innate strengths. He empowers students through active listening, empathic questioning, and overall positive support. His goal for students is to foster a sense of hope, belonging, and self-confidence that will assist them in living their best lives while reaching their personal and professional potential. Barry strives to help students in finding a balance for the many life events that occur, sometimes simultaneously, and approach life with a “Can-do!” outlook.
In my role as a Counselor:
“As a Staff Counselor, my goal is to help students reach their personal potential and support them in achieving their goals for counseling. Anyone can benefit from counseling and I am honored to walk alongside any student who takes that journey of their own self-discovery.”
Barry has previous experiences working with individuals within a clinical setting through his time as a practicum student at the University of Missouri – St. Louis’ Counseling and Social Advocacy Center, as well as through his time as a Life Skills Case Manager within Youth in Need – St. Charles’ Transitional Living Program for homeless and runaway youth. His work at Youth in Need as a Case Manager provided a holistic picture of the importance of mental health services for individuals. Barry also has experience working in collaboration with various health and mental health providers. This has provided Barry with an empathic understanding of the many barriers still in place internally and externally to receive such services for many individuals. Barry is a member of the American Counseling Association.