Bakersfield, CA Therapists

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SHERYL STRUM
Hi! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in California. I received my Masters from California State University, Fres... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hi! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in California. I received my Masters from California State University, Fresno and have been practicing for 30+ years. I ... More
Jeff Schoenfeld
Jeff has an eclectic approach utilizing tools from CBT, DBT, CPT and Seeking Safety. Most of all he is drawn to see the humanity i... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Male
Jeff has an eclectic approach utilizing tools from CBT, DBT, CPT and Seeking Safety. Most of all he is drawn to see the humanity in each person and in each situation. He belie... More
Who might be a good fit for Jeff?
Clients in need of guidance around healing from early life wounds could benefit from Jeff Schoenfeld’s approach. He integrates techniques from CBT, DBT, CPT, and Seeking Safety while emphasizing the humanity in each person to support emotional and psychological balance. View Profile
ISABEL CREMIEUX
Hello! I have been a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) in the state of California since November 2017. I worked with... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hello! I have been a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) in the state of California since November 2017. I worked with children and youth from 2015-2023 in a commu... More
VARDA HAKOBYAN
Hello, By the time we reach adulthood, many of us find ourselves carrying the weight of unresolved concerns. This emotional “lu... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LP
Female
Hello, By the time we reach adulthood, many of us find ourselves carrying the weight of unresolved concerns. This emotional “luggage” can give rise to feelings of sadness... More
TRISTAN JOHNSON
Starting therapy can feel like a big step. I congratulate you on starting your journey, and I’m here to make sure that it is mea... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Male
Starting therapy can feel like a big step. I congratulate you on starting your journey, and I’m here to make sure that it is meaningful to you. I specialize in working with ... More
GERTRUDIS VARGAS
My name is Gertrudis Vargas and I am a bicultural, bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 14... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
My name is Gertrudis Vargas and I am a bicultural, bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 14 years of experience. My clinical expertise a... More
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
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
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
ORIN CONANT
I am a seasoned and dedicated therapist, holding a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), and I am based in California... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
I am a seasoned and dedicated therapist, holding a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), and I am based in California. With 15 years of experience in this field, ... More
NINA SANDBERG
As an experienced family therapist, I have the skills and knowledge needed to help families navigate even the most challenging sit... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
As an experienced family therapist, I have the skills and knowledge needed to help families navigate even the most challenging situations. What sets me apart is my unique pers... More
ERRIE BOHANON
Greetings! I am Dr. Errie Bohanon, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 21 years of combined expertise in Social Services a... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Greetings! I am Dr. Errie Bohanon, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 21 years of combined expertise in Social Services and Forensic Mental Health. With a deep commit... More
MORGAN BRIZENDINE
Have you fallen out of love with yourself because of difficult or challenging life experiences? Perhaps you are finding you are b... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Have you fallen out of love with yourself because of difficult or challenging life experiences? Perhaps you are finding you are becoming a version of yourself you don't appre... More
NANCY GRAIES
I am a clinical psychologist and Arabic-speaking clinician, born in Egypt and raised in Los Angeles. I provide compassionate, cult... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LP
Female
I am a clinical psychologist and Arabic-speaking clinician, born in Egypt and raised in Los Angeles. I provide compassionate, culturally attuned care for clients experiencing ... More
Bonnie Phillips
Bonnie Phillips, LMFT, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience supporting children, adolescen... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Bonnie Phillips, LMFT, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults. She earned her Master’s in ... More
NURI ALBERGA
I'm a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner offering compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each in... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
I'm a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner offering compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each individual. I specialize in integrative psychia... More
SHALEAH WOODS
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience working with adults, older adults, children and families. ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience working with adults, older adults, children and families. My approach to therapy is to meet client’s ... More
HASINA CRUMP
I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT,) serving individuals and couples within California. I graduated with a Master�... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT,) serving individuals and couples within California. I graduated with a Master’s degree from San Francisco State Universit... More
REBECCA CARRON
Hi, I'm Rebecca, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. With over 20 years of experience, I’ve been working with child... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hi, I'm Rebecca, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. With over 20 years of experience, I’ve been working with children since 2001, both in educational settings ... More
EMILIE CRIST
My name is Emilie Crist and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I graduated from Fresno State with a Bach... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
My name is Emilie Crist and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I graduated from Fresno State with a Bachelor of Science in Special Studies Pre-Public... More
MICHELLE NICOLAS
My therapeutic approach is to work with my clients to create a space that is comfortable, safe; while still challenging them to ma... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
My therapeutic approach is to work with my clients to create a space that is comfortable, safe; while still challenging them to make the changes they are looking for. I meet y... More
MARVIN WEST
Hi, I’m Marvin West, a bilingual Spanish-speaking therapist with training in Expressive Arts. I believe therapy is a powerful to... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
Hi, I’m Marvin West, a bilingual Spanish-speaking therapist with training in Expressive Arts. I believe therapy is a powerful tool for growth, healing, and self-discovery. Y... 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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