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Erika Gamez
Hello, I'm Erika. I hold a master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University and a B.A. from Park Universi... More
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Female
Hello, I'm Erika. I hold a master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University and a B.A. from Park University in Parkville, Missouri. As a Licensed Prof... More
Bakersfield, CA
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Capri Cruz
I knew I was called to be a psychotherapist when I was 10. How else was I going to fix my life after my parents damaged it :-) Aft... More
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Female
I knew I was called to be a psychotherapist when I was 10. How else was I going to fix my life after my parents damaged it :-) After growing up in foster care, I spent decades... More
Bakersfield, CA
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Thomas VanMarter
You're probably here because you feel "stuck" in life. Maybe you're a parent who is challenged by their child's unique behavioral,... More
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Male
You're probably here because you feel "stuck" in life. Maybe you're a parent who is challenged by their child's unique behavioral, emotional or academic needs & want help navi... More
Bakersfield, CA
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Trenye Black
Hello, I'm Trenye. With nearly seven years of experience in the mental health field, I've had the privilege of working in a variet... More
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Female
Hello, I'm Trenye. With nearly seven years of experience in the mental health field, I've had the privilege of working in a variety of settings, including in-home, community e... More
Bakersfield, CA
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Sara Hartley
Hello, I'm Sara. Are your family relationships too stressful and you just don't know what to do? Imagine working through your pers... More
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LCSW
Female
Hello, I'm Sara. Are your family relationships too stressful and you just don't know what to do? Imagine working through your personal history of how you got to this point. St... More
Bakersfield, CA
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Blaise Rastello
Hello, I'm Blaise, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Addiction Counselor. With both personal and professional experie... More
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Male
Hello, I'm Blaise, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Addiction Counselor. With both personal and professional experience, I bring a unique perspective to therapy,... More
Bakersfield, CA
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Craig Bowman
With approximately 30 years of experience working with a diverse population across various roles in the helping profession, I brin... More
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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
Bakersfield, CA
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Tanya Hill
Hello, I'm Tanya. With over 20 years of experience in community mental health, I bring a wealth of knowledge and compassion to my ... More
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LCSW
Female
Hello, I'm Tanya. With over 20 years of experience in community mental health, I bring a wealth of knowledge and compassion to my practice. My therapy style is centered on war... More
Bakersfield, CA
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Barbara Gill
Today you are one step closer to feeling empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being for yourself. As a solution-foc... More
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LMFT
Female
Today you are one step closer to feeling empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being for yourself. As a solution-focused cognitive behavioral therapist, my goal ... More
Bakersfield, CA
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LORRE WEBB
I’m someone who believes that healing doesn’t happen in isolation—it happens in relationships where we feel safe enough to b... More
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LCSW
Female
I’m someone who believes that healing doesn’t happen in isolation—it happens in relationships where we feel safe enough to be real. As a therapist, I show up with warmth... More
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Bakersfield, CA
Alfreda Shields
Alfreda is dedicated to providing the evidence-based care that patients deserve, and she desires to establish long-lasting relatio... More
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Female
Alfreda is dedicated to providing the evidence-based care that patients deserve, and she desires to establish long-lasting relationships with clients. She is a dual-certified ... More
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Bakersfield, CA
LETTY CAIN NISSAN
I am originally from Mexico and have a strong academic and cultural background in psychology, including a Master’s degree in Cou... More
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LMFT
Female
I am originally from Mexico and have a strong academic and cultural background in psychology, including a Master’s degree in Couples Therapy. My clinical approach is grounde... More
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Bakersfield, CA
ANGELICA LIMON
Angelica has a passion for helping young children and adolescents, as well as couples and families. She works with clients who suf... More
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LMFT
Female
Angelica has a passion for helping young children and adolescents, as well as couples and families. She works with clients who suffer from depression, anxiety, addiction, adju... More
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Bakersfield, CA
NNENNA AKPAKA
My name is Nnenna Akpaka, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with four years of Experience. I have extensive Experienc... More
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Female
My name is Nnenna Akpaka, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with four years of Experience. I have extensive Experience with diverse patient populations in forensi... More
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Bakersfield, CA
LISSA MERKEL
Have you been managing a chronic illness on your own and feel exhausted and in need of some support? Did you also experience medic... More
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LCSW
Female
Have you been managing a chronic illness on your own and feel exhausted and in need of some support? Did you also experience medical PTSD? Are you struggling with substance a... More
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Bakersfield, CA
JAMES KURTZ
 Love and work are essential to a meaningful life. Relationships with others define experience and work gives a sense of purpose... More
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LCSW
Male
 Love and work are essential to a meaningful life. Relationships with others define experience and work gives a sense of purpose. Disturbance in these affect well being and ... More
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Bakersfield, CA
JOSE DEL TORO
My name is Jose Leonardo Del Toro and I am a LMFT, LPCC, NCC. I specialize in working with 16-65 year old population who struggle ... More
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CPC|LPCC
Male
My name is Jose Leonardo Del Toro and I am a LMFT, LPCC, NCC. I specialize in working with 16-65 year old population who struggle with depression, family issues, and transitio... More
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Bakersfield, CA
TESSIE EBERHART
I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner who takes a whole-person, compassionate approach to mental health. I support adults navigat... More
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PMHNP
Female
I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner who takes a whole-person, compassionate approach to mental health. I support adults navigating anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, an... More
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Bakersfield, CA
KATIA GARCIA
Welcome! I’m Katia Garcia, a Psych Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience in mental health care. Your journey to we... More
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PMHNP
Female
Welcome! I’m Katia Garcia, a Psych Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience in mental health care. Your journey to wellness begins with compassionate, personalize... More
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Bakersfield, CA
MIRIAM OFILI
Hi! I am a doctorate-prepared dual-board certified psychiatry and mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) and Family Nurse practi... More
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PMHNP
Female
Hi! I am a doctorate-prepared dual-board certified psychiatry and mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) and Family Nurse practitioner (FNP) based in California with over 20... More
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Bakersfield, CA

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

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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