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Venita Ninemire
Venita Ninemire, APN is a caring and skilled practitioner, certified in both family practice and in psychiatry and mental health. ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Venita Ninemire, APN is a caring and skilled practitioner, certified in both family practice and in psychiatry and mental health. Venita has over 7 years of practice experienc... More
JESSICA SWANEY
Hello I'm Jessica! I am a therapist with a passion for supporting maternal/paternal and prenatal mental mental health, I underst... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hello I'm Jessica! I am a therapist with a passion for supporting maternal/paternal and prenatal mental mental health, I understand the unique challenges and joys that come ... More
Stan Smith
Stan Smith, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with more than 20 years of experience providing therapy, assessment, and in... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Male
Stan Smith, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with more than 20 years of experience providing therapy, assessment, and interventions for individuals navigating substa... More
PAUL VANPORTFLIET
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist based in California with over 20 years of experience practicing, researching, teaching, and ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LP
Male
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist based in California with over 20 years of experience practicing, researching, teaching, and supervising in the field of clinical psycholo... More
CARMON WILLIAMS
Kaiser client you need a referral from Kaiser first then Kaiser will send you a link to book a session with me. I specialized i... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Kaiser client you need a referral from Kaiser first then Kaiser will send you a link to book a session with me. I specialized in treating grief, anxiety depression, anger i... More
STEPHANIE HARDISON
Bienvenidas! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) serving clients in California and Colorado. My practice is rooted in a ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Bienvenidas! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) serving clients in California and Colorado. My practice is rooted in a fat liberation lens, which means I actively s... More
CAROLINE GRIM
Hello and welcome. First of all, I would like to congratulate you on your courage to take the first step in selecting a therapist.... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hello and welcome. First of all, I would like to congratulate you on your courage to take the first step in selecting a therapist. The thought of sharing intimate thoughts, st... More
KAREN DELGADILLO
I am a bilingual, bi-cultural psychotherapist (LMFT) based in California. I have the capability to provide therapy in both English... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
I am a bilingual, bi-cultural psychotherapist (LMFT) based in California. I have the capability to provide therapy in both English and Spanish and I have 7 years of experience... More
SUSANA NAVARRO RAMOS
Do you feel unseen or unheard? Do you struggle with feeling like you don’t quite belong—or maybe feel disconnected from yourse... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Do you feel unseen or unheard? Do you struggle with feeling like you don’t quite belong—or maybe feel disconnected from yourself entirely? Many of my clients come to thera... More
ANUPAMA MASIH
Hi. I’m Anupama. I have over 20 years of experience as a therapist. I have worked with issues like depression, anxiety, PTSD. Pa... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hi. I’m Anupama. I have over 20 years of experience as a therapist. I have worked with issues like depression, anxiety, PTSD. Panic disorder. I have lots of experience with ... More
SHARON CHAPMANBONILLA
*DISCLAIMER: OUR PRACTICE DOES NOT PROVIDE FMLA, LOA, OR DISABILITY FORMS* Frustrated ? Feeling overwhelmed and discouraged ? Do ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
*DISCLAIMER: OUR PRACTICE DOES NOT PROVIDE FMLA, LOA, OR DISABILITY FORMS* Frustrated ? Feeling overwhelmed and discouraged ? Do you lack the motivation to accomplish your go... More
Paulina Nanyingah
Paulina Nanyingah is a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who prides herself in making mental health care available to... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Paulina Nanyingah is a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner who prides herself in making mental health care available to everyone irrespective of their financial bac... More
JOSHUA BIENENFELD
Hi there, I'm Joshua! As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California with a master’s degree in social work, I specialize in ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Male
Hi there, I'm Joshua! As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California with a master’s degree in social work, I specialize in providing compassionate, client-centered ther... More
CALEB REID
I have indepth mental health, acute care, critical care, emergency care, case management, and mental health expertise. More 20+ ye... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Male
I have indepth mental health, acute care, critical care, emergency care, case management, and mental health expertise. More 20+ years of experience in Acute Care and Mental He... More
JUAN HUERTA
Hello,,, I am a licensed marriage and family therapist practicing for over 20 years. I currently specialize with client's going th... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
Hello,,, I am a licensed marriage and family therapist practicing for over 20 years. I currently specialize with client's going through life transitions, phase of life issues,... More
PEGGY STEWART
Hello, my name is Peggy Stewart, and I have been practicing psychotherapy for over a decade. I am a professor at the University of... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hello, my name is Peggy Stewart, and I have been practicing psychotherapy for over a decade. I am a professor at the University of Southern California, where I teach aspiring ... More
BERTHA ORTIZGALLARDO
Feeling stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed by life changes? I help adults—especially women navigating motherhood, grief, career t... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Feeling stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed by life changes? I help adults—especially women navigating motherhood, grief, career transitions, and relationship challenges—fin... More
PAULA GINGLES
I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing appropriate medication management and pe... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing appropriate medication management and personalized mental health care through telehea... More
JEFFENSEN JAY TIMACDOG
Are you ready to reclaim control over your mental health and start prioritizing what truly matters to you? Imagine being able to t... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Male
Are you ready to reclaim control over your mental health and start prioritizing what truly matters to you? Imagine being able to travel, enjoy a movie, or spend quality time w... More
TIEASE LEE
Hi! I've worked in the community for over ten years and understand the importance of of intersectionality. I'm Accepting new cli... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hi! I've worked in the community for over ten years and understand the importance of of intersectionality. I'm Accepting new clients online in California and Florida. I help... 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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