Sarkis Barbarian,
LCSW, LICSW, LAC, CSAT
Licensed In: Colorado, Massachusetts and California
"Change is hard at first, messy in the middle and gorgeous at the end"
- Anonymous
About Sarkis
As a therapist, I bring a direct, involved, and action-oriented approach—balanced with compassion, deep attunement, and a strong commitment to real change. I specialize in the compulsive sexual behavior and pornography addiction, substance use/abuse disorders, and am trained as a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT). I also work extensively with individuals navigating co-occurring concerns such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, and bipolar disorder—all of which often intertwine with addictive patterns.
My clinical work is deeply trauma-informed. I believe that addictive behaviors are not random or purely behavioral—they’re often rooted in unresolved pain, unmet attachment needs, and emotional survival strategies. My goal is to help clients uncover those roots, heal from them, and learn to show up differently in the relationships that matter most. Because for many, that’s the real “why” behind seeking help in the first place.
Whether you’re coming to therapy to stop a destructive pattern, repair a relationship, or reclaim your sense of self, I’ll support you with empathy and accountability. I care enough to challenge you—not just so you can feel better, but so you can do better, and sustain meaningful, lasting change.
I’d be honored to support you on this journey, and if you’re ready for some difficult but seriously transformational work, I may just be your man.