Bakersfield, CA Therapy for Chronic Illness

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JON PAGE
Hi! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist from California, currently living in Florida. I received my undergraduate degr... More
Therapist
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LMFT
Male
Hi! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist from California, currently living in Florida. I received my undergraduate degree from William Jessup University, with a Mas... More
Bakersfield, CA
Chronic Illness
KATHLEEN HEFNERBORMAN
I am a compassionate, client-centered therapist who focuses on creating a safe, supportive space where people can explore their ex... More
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LCSW
Female
I am a compassionate, client-centered therapist who focuses on creating a safe, supportive space where people can explore their experiences and work toward meaningful change. ... More
Bakersfield, CA
Chronic Illness
MELISSA ESTRADARUIZ
Welcome, I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I have been working in the field of mental health for over 8 years. I enjo... More
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LMFT
Female
Welcome, I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I have been working in the field of mental health for over 8 years. I enjoy working with patience in achieving their me... More
Bakersfield, CA
Chronic Illness
KELLY MULLINS
Hello, I'm Kelly, your dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. In our sessions, my primary goal is to create a war... More
Nurse Practitioner
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PMHNP
Female
Hello, I'm Kelly, your dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. In our sessions, my primary goal is to create a warm and welcoming space where you feel supporte... More
Bakersfield, CA
Chronic Illness
ELIZABETH VAH
Hi there! I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor with more than 20 years of experience work... More
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LCSW
Female
Hi there! I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor with more than 20 years of experience working with client in differed states to include... More
Bakersfield, CA
Chronic Illness
ANN STEELE
With over 30 years of experience, I can empathize with client needs. I was born and raised in Milwaukee, WI. I enjoy gardening, ho... More
Nurse Practitioner
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PMHNP
Female
With over 30 years of experience, I can empathize with client needs. I was born and raised in Milwaukee, WI. I enjoy gardening, home improvement projects and outdoor activitie... More
Bakersfield, CA
Chronic Illness
JENNIFER MACIAS
My name is Jennifer Macias, LCSW and I specialize in providing therapy to adults experiencing grief and loss. I also support clien... More
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LCSW
Female
My name is Jennifer Macias, LCSW and I specialize in providing therapy to adults experiencing grief and loss. I also support clients experiencing relationship challenges, depr... More
Bakersfield, CA
Chronic Illness
ARMINE MANUKIAN
I'm a Licensed Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. I received my Master's from the University of Southern California. I have... More
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LCSW
Female
I'm a Licensed Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. I received my Master's from the University of Southern California. I have provided mental health services for 16 years... More
Bakersfield, CA
Chronic Illness
JERRY KAO
Hey there! Feeling weighed down by depression or gripped by anxiety? Lost in life's twists and turns? Your journey matters, and I... More
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LMFT
Male
Hey there! Feeling weighed down by depression or gripped by anxiety? Lost in life's twists and turns? Your journey matters, and I'm here to walk alongside you. I specialize ... More
Bakersfield, CA
Chronic Illness
ROCHELLE BARD
I am a Licensed Clinician in California, with over three decades of clinical experience. I specialize in culturally competent, Chr... More
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LCSW
Female
I am a Licensed Clinician in California, with over three decades of clinical experience. I specialize in culturally competent, Christian-integrated, strength-based therapy. My... More
Bakersfield, CA
Chronic Illness
GLORIA MATIASBURGOS
I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15 years of paraprofessional experience working with (end-of-life, grief, ch... More
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LCSW
Female
I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15 years of paraprofessional experience working with (end-of-life, grief, chronic illness, Veterans, HIV/AIDS , and LGBTQ... More
Bakersfield, CA
Chronic Illness
REBECCA ALLGEIER
Hello , I am a licensed social worker based in Ohio. And I also am licensed in California. I have been practicing for close to 40... More
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LISW|LCSW
Female
Hello , I am a licensed social worker based in Ohio. And I also am licensed in California. I have been practicing for close to 40 years, so have a great deal of professional ... More
Bakersfield, CA
Chronic Illness
VANESSA RICHARDSON
I am licensed in Florida, California and Texas with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients ... More
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LCSW
Female
I am licensed in Florida, California and Texas with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, mo... More
Bakersfield, CA
Chronic Illness
CORY SULLIVAN
My name is Cory Sullivan, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I earned my Master's in Social Work degree from the Universi... More
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LCSW
Male
My name is Cory Sullivan, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I earned my Master's in Social Work degree from the University of Southern California. I have a passion f... More
Bakersfield, CA
Chronic Illness
TOBEY ALLEN
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with an integrative approach to my work. My specialties include Cognitive Behaviora... More
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LMFT
Female
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with an integrative approach to my work. My specialties include Cognitive Behavioral therapy, anxiety, grief, art therapy, stres... More
Bakersfield, CA
Chronic Illness
PRAJNAWATI WIBOWO
I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner with a Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University of Texas and dual board certification... More
Nurse Practitioner
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PMHNP
Female
I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner with a Doctor of Nursing Practice from the University of Texas and dual board certifications in mental health and acute care. With over ... More
Bakersfield, CA
Chronic Illness
RAVINA WADHWANI
Hi, I’m Ravina, a licensed therapist (LPCC, #16404) with a deeply personal mission to create brave, healing spaces where individ... More
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LPCC
Female
Hi, I’m Ravina, a licensed therapist (LPCC, #16404) with a deeply personal mission to create brave, healing spaces where individuals can grow, unlearn, and embrace alignment... More
Bakersfield, CA
Chronic Illness
ALEXIS WILSON
As a therapist, I bring a unique blend of Psychodynamic insight and trauma-informed care to my practice. With a background in trau... More
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LMFT
Female
As a therapist, I bring a unique blend of Psychodynamic insight and trauma-informed care to my practice. With a background in trauma-informed therapy, I am equipped to support... More
Bakersfield, CA
Chronic Illness
GABRIEL ARROYO
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have 13+ years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families with... More
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LMFT
Male
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have 13+ years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families with various challenges. My top 2 specialties foc... More
Bakersfield, CA
Chronic Illness
MAVIS EFUETNGU
Hello, my name is Mavis. I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) in California, Arizona, an... More
Nurse Practitioner
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PMHNP
Female
Hello, my name is Mavis. I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) in California, Arizona, and Nevada. Are you struggling to get answers o... More
Bakersfield, CA
Chronic Illness

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   
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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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