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DEMETRICE GRIER
*DISCLAIMER* I am unable to prescribe stimulants such as (Ritalin, Vyvanse, Adderall etc) per DEA guidelines for the state of Geo... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Male
*DISCLAIMER* I am unable to prescribe stimulants such as (Ritalin, Vyvanse, Adderall etc) per DEA guidelines for the state of Georgia, but I am able to prescribe non-stimulan... More
JAYASHREE DOYLE
Hello! My name is Jay and I've been a licensed therapist in California since 2010. I have helped clients who are dealing with stre... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hello! My name is Jay and I've been a licensed therapist in California since 2010. I have helped clients who are dealing with stress and anxiety, past and recent trauma, probl... More
TAYA MILLER
Like a player who sees their team struggling, no matter what it is you are facing, I'm confidently yelling, "Put me in!" because I... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Like a player who sees their team struggling, no matter what it is you are facing, I'm confidently yelling, "Put me in!" because I love what I do and I am damn good at it. Th... More
ARMINE MANUKIAN
I'm a Licensed Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. I received my Master's from the University of Southern California. I have... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
I'm a Licensed Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. I received my Master's from the University of Southern California. I have provided mental health services for 16 years... More
GLORIA GONZALES
Hello, my name is Gloria Gonzales, I am a bilingual/bicultural licensed psychotherapist, with three adult grown children. My exper... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hello, my name is Gloria Gonzales, I am a bilingual/bicultural licensed psychotherapist, with three adult grown children. My experience is working with individuals, families, ... More
BRENDA DE MONGE
Hello! I’m Brenda De Monge, a passionate Marriage and Family Therapist with over 21 years of experience in community mental heal... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hello! I’m Brenda De Monge, a passionate Marriage and Family Therapist with over 21 years of experience in community mental health. Helping and supporting youth, parents, &... More
Emily Sharaf
Emily Sharaf is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over eight years of experience supporting adults navigating t... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Emily Sharaf is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over eight years of experience supporting adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, an... More
Who might be a good fit for Emily?
Those managing concerns related to trauma, anxiety, or relationship challenges may appreciate the methods Emily Sharaf incorporates into her practice. Her work integrates trauma-informed approaches that support nervous system regulation and help clients build greater self-awareness and emotional resilience. View Profile
Craig Bowman
With approximately 30 years of experience working with a diverse population across various roles in the helping profession, I brin... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Male
With approximately 30 years of experience working with a diverse population across various roles in the helping profession, I bring a depth of compassion and empathy gained fr... More
Mayra Koedam
Mayra is a a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner focusing in medication management for adults. She treats major psychia... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Mayra is a a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner focusing in medication management for adults. She treats major psychiatric conditions that include depression, anxi... More
NATSUKO JACOBSON
Hello. I'm a bilingual English-Japanese Licensed Clinical Social worker based in Los Angeles, California. I've been practicing for... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hello. I'm a bilingual English-Japanese Licensed Clinical Social worker based in Los Angeles, California. I've been practicing for 8 and a half years. The majority of my caree... More
CHANG LIU
Chang "Raphael" Liu possesses over six years of dedicated experience supporting individuals navigating complex mental health chall... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
Chang "Raphael" Liu possesses over six years of dedicated experience supporting individuals navigating complex mental health challenges. He employs a holistic, trauma-informed... More
BARBARA EGAN
I am an authentic adult woman who has had life experience in addiction, followed by years of education and professional experience... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
I am an authentic adult woman who has had life experience in addiction, followed by years of education and professional experiences that all combined make me knowledgeable, em... More
PAMELA NSOROMA JAMES
I am a licensed psychotherapist in California, and I specialize in the examination of the human experience, with an emphasis in tr... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
I am a licensed psychotherapist in California, and I specialize in the examination of the human experience, with an emphasis in trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression disorders... More
VALERIE CENTENO
Life is hard and naturally comes with stressors and overwhelming feelings, no matter your age. If you're feeling stuck, overwhelme... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Life is hard and naturally comes with stressors and overwhelming feelings, no matter your age. If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed with your emotions, or maybe you recently e... More
OYINADE AKHIGBE
Hello! I'm Oyinade Akhigbe, a dedicated Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner for over 7 years. Dealing with men... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
Hello! I'm Oyinade Akhigbe, a dedicated Family and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner for over 7 years. Dealing with mental illness can feel overwhelming, and isolat... More
Ginger Moyer
Ginger Moyer is a dedicated Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 20 years of experience in the field. She is hi... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Ginger Moyer is a dedicated Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 20 years of experience in the field. She is highly skilled and holds certifications in addr... More
Keturah Hood
Keturah is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has always made it a mission to help people who are at their most vulnerable time... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Keturah is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has always made it a mission to help people who are at their most vulnerable time in life. For over the past 15 years Keturah ... More
Who might be a good fit for Keturah?
Keturah Hood may be a match for those interested in solution-focused therapy, particularly when facing life adjustments, depression, or anxiety. She emphasizes validating her clients’ experiences and uses thoughtful, comprehensive approaches to support exploration and emotional stabilization during challenging times. View Profile
Elizabeth White
Elizabeth White is a seasoned Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience and a Master of Social Work from the Univers... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Elizabeth White is a seasoned Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience and a Master of Social Work from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Speciali... More
PRISCILLA OTUBUAH
Dr. Priscilla Naamomo Otubuah is a dually board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Prac... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
Dr. Priscilla Naamomo Otubuah is a dually board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). She has worked in the Emerg... More
PEDRO MORANTE
I am Pedro Morante, DNP, PMHNP-BC, FADLN, a distinguished provider of psychiatric and mental health care. I hold dual board certi... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Male
I am Pedro Morante, DNP, PMHNP-BC, FADLN, a distinguished provider of psychiatric and mental health care. I hold dual board certifications from the American Nurses Credential... More

 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
   

Mental Health Services in Bakersfield, California

Bakersfield, California, a vibrant city in the heart of Kern County, hosts a diverse population of over 380,000 residents. Known for its rich cultural heritage, Bakersfield also boasts the breathtaking Sequoia National Forest as a nearby landmark.

Key Mental-Health Concerns for Bakersfield Residents

Bakersfield residents often grapple with depression, anxiety, and substance abuse, reflecting state-level trends as noted by the CDC. Kern County also has a significant number of individuals struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Access to Care & Providers in Bakersfield

Access to mental health services in Bakersfield, California, is facilitated by both public and private providers. The Kern County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services offer crisis lines and community-based services. There are also numerous private mental health therapists in Bakersfield, California, providing tailored care.

Therapies & Specialties

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) are widely available in Bakersfield.
  • EMDR and other trauma-focused care therapies are offered by numerous licensed therapists in Bakersfield, California.
  • Unique local offerings include bilingual care, e-therapy options, and specialized support for veterans.

Local Policies & Stressors

The oil and agricultural industries in Bakersfield can exert unique stressors on its residents. Additionally, high cost-of-living and remote-work challenges common in California may impact mental health.

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