Dr. Andrew Barber

Professional Background & Expertise

Dr. Andrew Barber is the Executive Director of Grace with Hope Counseling Center and brings advanced clinical expertise, executive leadership, and experience in organizational development to his role. He holds a PhD in Marriage and Family Therapy and is licensed as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and Licensed Addictions Counselor (LAC).

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Dr. Barber is a Certified Systemic Play Therapist, Certified Systemic Sandplay Therapist, and Certified Systemic Art Therapist. He is also an Approved Clinical Supervisor, an AAMFT Approved Supervisor, and an approved trainer with the Colorado Behavioral Health Administration. In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Barber has more than a decade of experience developing programs, designing systems, and overseeing organizational operations, with a particular passion for mentoring and developing other clinicians.

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Areas of Focus

• Marriage and family therapy

• Child and adolescent therapy

• Play therapy, sandplay therapy, and expressive therapies

• Addiction and recovery support

• Trauma and family systems work

• Therapist training, supervision, and professional development

 

His systemic approach addresses both individual concerns and the relational environments in which healing and growth occur.

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Leadership & Community Engagement

As Executive Director and Board Member, Dr. Barber provides strategic leadership and clinical oversight for Grace with Hope Counseling Center. He is deeply committed to building sustainable systems that support both client care and therapist development. His work includes training clinicians, supervising developing therapists, and creating pathways for continued professional growth within the counseling profession.

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Dr. Barber is passionate about strengthening families and restoring relationships, and he is committed to equipping therapists with tools and training that improve outcomes for individuals, children, and families.

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Philosophy & Personal Commitment

Dr. Barber’s passion for family restoration is rooted in his personal experiences, which shaped his commitment to helping others experience healing and stability. He believes play therapy gives children a powerful voice to express emotions and experiences in ways that traditional conversation cannot.

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He lives in Aurora, Colorado, with his wife and their three children. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys spending time outdoors, investing in close friendships, and supporting his children’s activities.