The Other Show
Adam’s Story
Originally from Dallas, Texas Adam’s comedy career began in New York City performing at The Comic Strip, Caroline’s, Stand Up NY, and Gotham, among others. Based in Los Angeles since 1994 Adam has worked steadily as a professional comedian, coach, actor and Comedy-Therapist. He has performed stand up comedy internationally in London and all over the United States. You can see him regularly at The Comedy Store, The Improv, and The Laugh Factory in Hollywood.
Comedy Therapy
Using humor to process real issues is what the most celebrated comedians have always done. By working in a group dynamic each comedian’s voice is firmly established with useful tools that help to highlight their point of view. Tools that they can use in their real life as well as in their comedy career. Through the process of “Clearing” on stage a comic’s material is rooted in what is true about where they are really coming from.
LACC
Comedy Instructer - (LA Community College)
CADACC ​
Certified Drug & Alcohol Councelor/ Generalist '14​
AHA
American Hypnotherapy Association
NLP Practitioner
Time Line Therapy Certification
Drug and Addiction Counselor
Adam Barnhardt is a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor II (CADC-II) currently serving at Volunteers of America Los Angeles. In this role, Adam works directly with individuals experiencing severe substance use disorders—many of whom are unhoused and living on Skid Row. His approach is rooted in compassion, respect, and evidence-based practices, meeting clients where they are while helping them build the skills needed for long-term recovery.
Known for his ability to connect with “bottomed out” addicts who have often lost hope, Adam brings a unique combination of professional expertise, lived experience in recovery, and a background in comedy to create a space where clients feel safe, seen, and supported. He facilitates both group and one-on-one sessions, guiding clients through relapse prevention, coping strategies, and rebuilding self-esteem.
LACC
Comedy Instructer - (LA Community College)
CADACC ​
Certified Drug & Alcohol Councelor/ Generalist '14​
AHA
American Hypnotherapy Association
NLP Practitioner
Time Line Therapy Certification
Endorsement
“Before I ever actually got on stage I took Adam Barnhardt's class. I am still thriving in standup to this date. I had my best friend from childhood study with Adam and he was thrilled to find Adam too.”
Natasha LeggeroActress, Comedian and former roundtable panelist on late-night talk show Chelsea Lately 
“My very first standup class was with Adam Barnhardt and thanks to him I got the courage to get on stage. I created some of my very first material under his guidance... So if you’ve ever wanted to try standup but haven’t had the courage or if you’re a comic feeling creatively in a rut, Adam’s your guy!”
Fortune FeimsterComedian, actress The Mindy Project, Chelsea Lately 
“I always considered Adam Barnhardt an amazing talent.”
“Barnhardt is doing what he is meant to do [comedy].”
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