Sergiy Barsukov, OR Psychologist 1935

Sergiy Barsukov is an Oregon psychologist with 16 years of experience offering calm, direct support for people facing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, and midlife questions. He welcomes conversations about trauma, mood problems, social anxiety, guilt, and men’s issues. Sergiy aims to make the first step less daunting by listening without judgment and helping clients find practical ways forward.

In sessions he creates a straightforward, accepting space where people can talk about what’s most worrying them. He uses clear goals and practical methods to reduce symptoms and build coping skills. Conversations focus on what matters now and what small changes could make life feel more manageable.

Sergiy blends Client-Centered work with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and solution-focused techniques. That mix lets him respond to emotional needs while teaching tools to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Motivational Interviewing is used when people need help identifying and committing to change.

He speaks English, Russian, and Ukrainian, which can help folks explain difficult topics in the language they prefer. His style is collaborative and task-oriented, with attention to the pace each person needs. People leave sessions with clear next steps and achievable goals.

If someone is coping with a midlife crisis or big life changes, he helps them sort priorities and rebuild a sense of purpose. He supports steady progress rather than quick fixes, and works alongside clients as they try new approaches and habits.

How his approaches fit into online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and helping a person feel understood. It’s useful when someone needs to talk through emotions and gain clarity about their values and priorities.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, teaches practical skills to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It’s often used for anxiety, depression, and mood concerns by setting clear steps and behavioral experiments.

Motivational Interviewing helps people find their own reasons to change and build commitment. It works well when someone feels stuck or unsure about taking the next step.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist will work together with each person to choose which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaboration helps set reasonable goals and a pace that fits the person’s life.

Confirm the available session formats before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow more flexible timing around work or family commitments. It can also let people use shorter check-ins or choose not to be on camera when that helps them engage.