Sergiy Barsukov

Compassionate psychologist guiding practical change

OR Psychologist 1935 Oregon

Experience: 16 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English, Russian, Ukrainian

About Sergiy

Sergiy Barsukov is an Oregon-licensed psychologist with 16 years of professional experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and major life changes.

Background and approach

He brings a calm, nonjudgmental approach that encourages clients to explore difficult emotions such as guilt and shame, and to address mood disorders, social anxiety, and symptoms of post-traumatic stress. His background supports work on men’s issues and midlife transition concerns alongside other emotional challenges.

In sessions he emphasizes collaboration, listening closely to each person's story and tailoring practical strategies to real-life needs. Sergiy blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques with client-centered methods, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused tools to help clients identify patterns, set achievable goals, and build coping skills.

He offers services in English, Russian, and Ukrainian and accepts international clients, aiming to make therapy accessible across language and geographic boundaries. Clients work with him to develop clearer perspectives on their concerns and to practice skills that support daily functioning and resilience.

Taking a first step toward change can feel daunting, and his practice emphasizes steady, respectful guidance as clients pursue healthier, more satisfying ways of living.

Practical approaches for online therapy and change

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathic listening and respect for each person's experience, helping clients feel understood as they explore emotions and make choices that match their values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets thoughts and behaviors by teaching skills to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma-related reactions through structured exercises and practice. Motivational Interviewing helps clients clarify their own reasons for change and build internal motivation, which can be especially useful when facing ambivalence about next steps.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with clients to identify which methods fit their goals and preferences, combining elements as needed so the work feels relevant and doable. This partnership helps tailor a plan that reflects each person’s priorities and pace.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage with these approaches through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These formats make it possible to access regular support from Oregon or abroad while fitting sessions into busy schedules, allowing clients to practice new skills between meetings and maintain continuity of care regardless of location.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly support?

Sergiy works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and coping with life changes, and he also focuses on issues like guilt and shame, men’s issues, midlife crisis, mood disorders, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety and phobia.

What is his general therapeutic style?

He emphasizes a collaborative, nonjudgmental atmosphere where clients’ thoughts and feelings can be explored openly while working toward practical, achievable goals.

How much clinical experience does he bring?

He has 16 years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and trauma-related concerns.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is licensed as OR Psychologist 1935 and practices from Oregon.

Which languages are available for sessions?

He offers therapy in English, Russian, and Ukrainian and is available to work with international clients.

In what formats are sessions offered?

Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different preferences and needs.

How is cost and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin therapy?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule appointments according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Depression Coping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Guilt and shameMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disorders Post-traumatic stress Social anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

16+ years

Licensed

Oregon

Languages

English, Russian, Ukrainian