Bakersfield, CA Therapists

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JUAN QUINTANILLA
I am a licensed marriage family therapist based in California. I received my master's degree from the University of San Francisco ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
I am a licensed marriage family therapist based in California. I received my master's degree from the University of San Francisco and have been practicing for 19 years. I help... More
JEN TANG
My work is rooted in warmth, directness, and genuine relational connection, guided by a psychodynamic and attachment-focused lens.... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
My work is rooted in warmth, directness, and genuine relational connection, guided by a psychodynamic and attachment-focused lens. I walk alongside individuals, couples, and ... More
STEPHANIE FIGUEROA
Hi there! I'm Stephanie, Please take a moment to appreciate how far you've come simply by looking into mental health options fo... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hi there! I'm Stephanie, Please take a moment to appreciate how far you've come simply by looking into mental health options for yourself, you did it! I would like to crea... More
PAK POON
Hello, my name is Pak. I am a licensed therapist providing services for individuals in California, Texas, and Nevada. If you're ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
Hello, my name is Pak. I am a licensed therapist providing services for individuals in California, Texas, and Nevada. If you're considering therapy, you're likely facing cha... More
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
Christina Owen
Christina Owen is a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who graduated from Chapman University in 2005 and began her clinical work... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Christina Owen is a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) who graduated from Chapman University in 2005 and began her clinical work in 2008. She specializes in anger management... More
ABIGAIL FONSECA
Hello! My name is Abby, I have been working in the mental health field for 8 years. I have worked in a variety of settings assis... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hello! My name is Abby, I have been working in the mental health field for 8 years. I have worked in a variety of settings assisting people in overcoming a multitude of chal... More
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
ZERLY JUSTINIANO
I have been working with clients for many years. I am honored to work with you and to be with you through the process of self disc... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
I have been working with clients for many years. I am honored to work with you and to be with you through the process of self discovery and personal growth. It takes a tremend... More
GLADIS RENDON
Hello, my name is Gladis, and I am here to support you. Do you feel like you're carrying a heavy burden that's weighing you down? ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hello, my name is Gladis, and I am here to support you. Do you feel like you're carrying a heavy burden that's weighing you down? Have you ever had a difficult experience that... More
OKECHUKU NWANGANGA
Thank you for sharing information about yourself. I'm so happy that you reached out for help. I am Robert Nwanganga, a licensed th... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Male
Thank you for sharing information about yourself. I'm so happy that you reached out for help. I am Robert Nwanganga, a licensed therapist. I have been a Social Worker since 2... More
Yvonne Ekama
Yvonne Ekama is a dual board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner with over 18 yea... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Yvonne Ekama is a dual board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner with over 18 years of healthcare experience. She specializes ... More
EPHRAIM TOKAR
Hi there, my name’s Ephraim Tokar. I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20+ years of experience. My specialties con... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
Hi there, my name’s Ephraim Tokar. I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20+ years of experience. My specialties consist of relationships, men’s issues, career... More
BLAKE SUMMER
I work with individuals who grew up with a pervasive sense that they were “outside the box”. Perhaps this was due to neurodive... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Other
I work with individuals who grew up with a pervasive sense that they were “outside the box”. Perhaps this was due to neurodivergence, cultural differences or struggles wit... More
INGRID MONTES
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) fluent in both English and Spanish. With a passion for helping people navigate life'... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) fluent in both English and Spanish. With a passion for helping people navigate life's challenges, I have been dedicated to the me... More
ESTELA ALEJANDRE
Hi! I'm Estela, Do you ever feel stuck or just have too much going on? Are you in a transition, or having trouble coping with lif... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hi! I'm Estela, Do you ever feel stuck or just have too much going on? Are you in a transition, or having trouble coping with life stressors? A high number of people experie... More
RYAN YAMAMOTO
"Life is a journey, travel it well." I believe we're all on our own individual journeys of life that sometimes put us in valleys ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
"Life is a journey, travel it well." I believe we're all on our own individual journeys of life that sometimes put us in valleys and sometimes on top of hills. When it comes ... More
DE ANNA DOVE
Hello, my name is De Anna Dove. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the greater Los Angeles area. I’ve been practicing in ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hello, my name is De Anna Dove. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the greater Los Angeles area. I’ve been practicing in this field for 3+ years, specializing in work... More
Michele Ellis
Michele Ellis is a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a strong commitment to helping individuals imp... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Michele Ellis is a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a strong commitment to helping individuals improve their mental health and overall well-bei... More
VANESSA PULIDO
Hello! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy based in California. I have been a practicing clinician for 5 years and I've wor... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hello! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy based in California. I have been a practicing clinician for 5 years and I've worked in the Mental Health field for a total of... 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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