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DAUNNE LAND
Hello, I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 7 years of experience. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults... More
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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
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CHERRIE PHILLIPS
Cherrie Phillips is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and has been practicing since 2014, working in multiple settings incl... More
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Cherrie Phillips is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and has been practicing since 2014, working in multiple settings including the community mental health setting, su... More
Bakersfield, CA
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MICHAEL THEY
Michael They earned his doctoral degree in nursing and is a board-certified Psychiatric nurse practitioner. He treats children, a... More
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Michael They earned his doctoral degree in nursing and is a board-certified Psychiatric nurse practitioner. He treats children, adolescents, and adults who have Depression, A... More
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GEORGE RAMZI
Hi, I’m George. I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master’s in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine Univers... More
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Hi, I’m George. I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master’s in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University—but more importantly, I’m someone who... More
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MONICA BRODERICK
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based out of California. I have a Masters Degree from the University of Southern Cali... More
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Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based out of California. I have a Masters Degree from the University of Southern California and a Bachelors degree in Social Work ... More
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NAOMI JONES
As a trauma-informed therapist, I specialize in helping individuals who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected begin to make sen... More
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Female
As a trauma-informed therapist, I specialize in helping individuals who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected begin to make sense of their pain and rediscover their inner s... More
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ANNA LANDER
Warm greetings to you, Are you confused and fed up with the Google research for answers about your symptoms? Are you becoming ove... More
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Warm greetings to you, Are you confused and fed up with the Google research for answers about your symptoms? Are you becoming overwhelmed with feelings of depression and low ... More
Bakersfield, CA
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KAREN LINARES
IF YOU ARE SEEKING THERAPY, I DO NOT PROVIDE 1:1 THERAPY. I do medication management with supportive therapy only. ALL ADHD... More
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Female
IF YOU ARE SEEKING THERAPY, I DO NOT PROVIDE 1:1 THERAPY. I do medication management with supportive therapy only. ALL ADHD dx- this is very thorough assessment requir... More
Bakersfield, CA
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SANDRA MERINO
I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with 2.5 years of experience and 17 years of experience as a Registered Nurse. I have a mast... More
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I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with 2.5 years of experience and 17 years of experience as a Registered Nurse. I have a master’s degree in Nursing Leadership and Manag... More
Bakersfield, CA
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SCOTT CRUSEY
Hello! My name is Scott. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California, and most recently also Arizona,... More
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Hello! My name is Scott. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California, and most recently also Arizona, and truly have a passion for helping others ... More
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AUDREY LEVY
As a Doctor of Psychology and Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist for 45+ years, I am experienced in helping my clients deal with... More
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Female
As a Doctor of Psychology and Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist for 45+ years, I am experienced in helping my clients deal with issues such as Loss and Grief Recovery, Subs... More
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FUTURE OGBEBOR
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice) degree from... More
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Female
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice) degree from the University of Massachusetts Global. I ha... More
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RICKEY BATES
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience as a psychotherapist, complemented by my background as a v... More
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience as a psychotherapist, complemented by my background as a veteran of the United States Armed Forces. My ... More
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DIANNE FONTAINE
My name is Dianne Fontaine, and I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner. I’m glad you’ve taken the steps towards seeking help an... More
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My name is Dianne Fontaine, and I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner. I’m glad you’ve taken the steps towards seeking help and support for your mental health. I am dedica... More
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JILL CORDOVA HOLT
PLEASE NOTE: I am a Gerontological Counselor. I believe in empowering older adults by fostering independence, resilience and sens... More
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Female
PLEASE NOTE: I am a Gerontological Counselor. I believe in empowering older adults by fostering independence, resilience and sense of identity. Aging is a journey that should... More
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SHERRY GLOVER
I am a straight-forward but empathic therapist, who also appreciates the same from her clients. I also believe in the social work ... More
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Female
I am a straight-forward but empathic therapist, who also appreciates the same from her clients. I also believe in the social work mission of starting where the client is, so s... More
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JEN TANG
My work is rooted in warmth, directness, and genuine relational connection, guided by a psychodynamic and attachment-focused lens.... More
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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
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STEVEN FRANK
I’m Steven Frank. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), licensed in California and living in Seattle, Washington.... More
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I’m Steven Frank. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT), licensed in California and living in Seattle, Washington. The way the law works is that if I have a Ca... More
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MELISSA HUDSON
Hi, I am a Licenced Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been working as a therapist for 10 years. My goal is to provide guidance... More
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Hi, I am a Licenced Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been working as a therapist for 10 years. My goal is to provide guidance, support, and feedback in a safe therapeutic... More
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JENNIFER VAZQUEZ
Hola and Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here. My name is Jen, and I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #138920) b... More
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Female
Hola and Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here. My name is Jen, and I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #138920) based in Southern California. Whether you’re... More
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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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