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CAROL KOSTA
My name is Carol Kosta. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). I hold a master's degree in Clinical Psychology f... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LPC|LPCC
Female
My name is Carol Kosta. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). I hold a master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch Los Angeles and I am a certified ... More
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
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
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
GLORIA GONZALES
Hello, my name is Gloria Gonzales, I am a bilingual/bicultural licensed psychotherapist, with three adult grown children. My exper... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hello, my name is Gloria Gonzales, I am a bilingual/bicultural licensed psychotherapist, with three adult grown children. My experience is working with individuals, families, ... More
SEHAJJYOT GREWAL
Hello! My name is is Sehaj and I am so glad you are taking the first steps to healing. Whether you're struggling with overwhelmi... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hello! My name is is Sehaj and I am so glad you are taking the first steps to healing. Whether you're struggling with overwhelming thoughts, emotions, past trauma, anxiety, ... More
MICHAELA THOMPSON
Michaela Thompson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California, Kansas and Missouri. She is approachable, attentive, encoura... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW|LSCSW
Female
Michaela Thompson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California, Kansas and Missouri. She is approachable, attentive, encouraging, understanding, and adept at finding sol... More
Felisa Petersen
Felisa Petersen, LPCC, is a licensed professional clinical counselor who specializes in supporting adults navigating depression, a... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Felisa Petersen, LPCC, is a licensed professional clinical counselor who specializes in supporting adults navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, and life stres... More
Missy Cheese
Missy Cheese is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over ten years of experience supporting adults navigating anxiety, d... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Missy Cheese is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over ten years of experience supporting adults navigating anxiety, depression, grief, substance use, and self-est... More
ESE OGBETUO
I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, and m... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood disorders across all ages. I offer a blen... More
PAUL FISHER
As a licensed therapist of more than thirty years, I have the experience and expertise to work with clients on a variety of issues... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
As a licensed therapist of more than thirty years, I have the experience and expertise to work with clients on a variety of issues. I provide a safe therapeutic environment th... More
MARLA BOURGEA
I am a therapist with over 18 years of experience working with children, teens, and young adults from diverse backgrounds. Through... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
I am a therapist with over 18 years of experience working with children, teens, and young adults from diverse backgrounds. Throughout my career, I have worked in adolescent re... More
EMMA RUIZ
I work with people navigating substance use, trauma, anxiety, and grief. My focus is helping you find clarity and relief when life... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
I work with people navigating substance use, trauma, anxiety, and grief. My focus is helping you find clarity and relief when life feels overwhelming. I offer a compassionate,... More
LAMONT HERNANDEZ
Hi, I have been licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist for the past 13 years. I graduated from the California Institute of... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
Hi, I have been licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist for the past 13 years. I graduated from the California Institute of Integral Studies in expressive arts therapy.... More
Rosemary Parker
Rosemary Parker is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than eight years of experience providing direct client services and... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Rosemary Parker is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than eight years of experience providing direct client services and three years in a dedicated therapy role. She... More
GARY YOUSSEF
My name is Gary Youssef and I have been providing mental/behavioral health services for children, adolescents, adults and families... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT|IMFT
Male
My name is Gary Youssef and I have been providing mental/behavioral health services for children, adolescents, adults and families for 25+ years. I'm a licensed marriage and f... More
JACQUELINE GARNER
I believe deeply in the power of connection, healing, and human resilience. I’ve spent over 20 years walking alongside children,... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
I believe deeply in the power of connection, healing, and human resilience. I’ve spent over 20 years walking alongside children, adults, and families through some of life’... 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
DEBORAH FUJIMOTO
Hello. My name is Deborah. I live in California , where I received my masters degree in social work. I worked in Medical Social wo... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hello. My name is Deborah. I live in California , where I received my masters degree in social work. I worked in Medical Social work for 14 years. During that time, I had the ... 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
DEEDEE CHUKUKA
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 5 years of nursing experience in both inpatient and outpa... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 5 years of nursing experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I earned my BSN from West Coa... More
NASREEN RAHMAN
I have been working as a psych mental health nurse practitioner for the past 6 years in a nonprofit organization, but I have been ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
I have been working as a psych mental health nurse practitioner for the past 6 years in a nonprofit organization, but I have been in healthcare for the past 25 years and out o... 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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