Bakersfield, CA Therapists

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MA ROSA NIKA VARRIN
My experience includes working extensively with individuals facing chronic and severe mental illness in both inpatient and outpati... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
My experience includes working extensively with individuals facing chronic and severe mental illness in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I have also served as a profess... More
MARLENE IBARRA
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 10 years of experience. I provide compassionate, trauma-informed care for indi... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 10 years of experience. I provide compassionate, trauma-informed care for individuals, couples, and families. I support cli... More
JACQUELINE PARADA
Hello, I’m Jacqueline Parada, a board-certified DNP specializing in culturally sensitive and compassionate care. With extensive ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
Hello, I’m Jacqueline Parada, a board-certified DNP specializing in culturally sensitive and compassionate care. With extensive experience in Supportive Therapy, I focus on ... More
STACIA NARASKY
Hello! My name is Stacia, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, specializing in therapy services in California. Providing thera... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hello! My name is Stacia, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, specializing in therapy services in California. Providing therapy is my career, but it is also a passion of ... More
ELIZABETH VAH
Hi there! I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor with more than 20 years of experience work... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hi there! I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor with more than 20 years of experience working with client in differed states to include... More
YANYAN HOLLINGSWORTH
Hi, I’m YanYan. I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner certified by both the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) and ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
Hi, I’m YanYan. I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner certified by both the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANC... More
KRISTY ZHEN
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in the Bay Area and serving children and adults throughout California via telehea... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in the Bay Area and serving children and adults throughout California via telehealth. I have over 10 years experience working ... More
TINUKE OLALERE
Hi, I am Tinu, dedicated and devoted ANCC board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over 18 yea... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
Hi, I am Tinu, dedicated and devoted ANCC board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over 18 years working in different areas of healthcare s... More
Eliud Tejada
Eliud Tejada, LMFT, is a trauma-informed marriage and family therapist who helps clients rewrite the narratives that shape their s... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Male
Eliud Tejada, LMFT, is a trauma-informed marriage and family therapist who helps clients rewrite the narratives that shape their sense of identity, safety, and belonging. He s... More
Elaine  Ho
Elaine is a Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of healthcare experience across outpatient, primary care, and substance use trea... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
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Female
Elaine is a Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of healthcare experience across outpatient, primary care, and substance use treatment settings. She has worked with diverse a... More
Who might be a good fit for Elaine ?
Elaine Ho may be a match for those interested in motivational interviewing, particularly when facing challenges related to addiction and recovery. Her experience working with diverse and underserved populations supports individuals seeking compassionate guidance through substance use, gambling, or sex addiction treatment across various stages of adulthood. View Profile
RACHEL MEHIA
I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT), and I have worked with clients with a wide variety of concerns including schizop... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT), and I have worked with clients with a wide variety of concerns including schizophrenia, personality disorders, depression, an... More
Melissa Zamora
Melissa Konrad LPC, NCC has been working in the field of mental health since 2002. She begin in the field while working with milit... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Melissa Konrad LPC, NCC has been working in the field of mental health since 2002. She begin in the field while working with military veterans, which is were she gained her lo... More
JESSICA GRACE
Hello. My name is Jessica Grace and I'm a Licenced Marriage and Family Therapist. I have over 10 years of experience working with ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hello. My name is Jessica Grace and I'm a Licenced Marriage and Family Therapist. I have over 10 years of experience working with adults and children. I have had the privilege... More
DOLAPO ABIODUN
Dola Abiodun is a Licensed Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with a Doctorate degree who has been providing services fo... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Dola Abiodun is a Licensed Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with a Doctorate degree who has been providing services for adult clients with depression and anxiety f... More
ROSANNA SALAZAR
Life is really complex and challenging so I’m glad you’re checking in to find ways to support a fulfilled, happy and thriving ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Life is really complex and challenging so I’m glad you’re checking in to find ways to support a fulfilled, happy and thriving YOU. Whether you are here to process trauma... More
TRACY MALLETT
Kudos on taking this first step toward change! I am a licensed psychologist, licensed marriage and family therapist, and an intern... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LP
Female
Kudos on taking this first step toward change! I am a licensed psychologist, licensed marriage and family therapist, and an international parenting, divorce, and coparenting c... More
FELICIA KELLEY
Hello, I'm Felicia, It's nice to meet you! Do you feel that your life needs more balance? Do you question your self-worth and ide... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hello, I'm Felicia, It's nice to meet you! Do you feel that your life needs more balance? Do you question your self-worth and identity? Are you burnt out? Are you realizing t... More
DAUNNE LAND
Hello, I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 7 years of experience. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hello, I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 7 years of experience. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. I have provided the... More
POINCIANNA YOUELL
I'm Poincianna Youell, a compassionate and dedicated board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) speci... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
I'm Poincianna Youell, a compassionate and dedicated board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) specializing in the treatment of Depression, Anxie... More
Carl Fuller
Carl Fuller, Jr. is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master of Social Work from California State University, Sacram... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Male
Carl Fuller, Jr. is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master of Social Work from California State University, Sacramento, earned in 2006. With over 24 years of e... 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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