Bakersfield, CA Therapy for LGBTQ+ Mental Health

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J EVAN MILLER
Hi, my name is Evan. For the past 25 years I have been helping people improve their lives. I help adults struggling with anxiety... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LPC|LPCC
Male
Hi, my name is Evan. For the past 25 years I have been helping people improve their lives. I help adults struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships, trauma from chil... More
Bakersfield, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
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Bend Health
Bend Health is a virtual clinic that delivers timely, high-quality mental health care for children, teens, and families. They conn... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Bend Health is a virtual clinic that delivers timely, high-quality mental health care for children, teens, and families. They connect you with licensed therapists and clinicia... More
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Bend Health may be well-suited to individuals who value evidence-based, personalized virtual care in managing mental health challenges across childhood and young adulthood. Their approach integrates a range of therapies, including family-based and trauma-informed care, to support children, teens, and families navigating concerns such as anxiety, ADHD, and identity-related issues. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
Craig Bowman
With approximately 30 years of experience working with a diverse population across various roles in the helping profession, I brin... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
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
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
LEONIDAS GKIMISIS
For the past decade, I have been diligently offering counseling services to individuals seeking transformative life changes or sim... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LPCC|LCPC
Male
For the past decade, I have been diligently offering counseling services to individuals seeking transformative life changes or simply seeking solace in processing their emotio... More
Bakersfield, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
GLORIA MATIASBURGOS
I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15 years of paraprofessional experience working with (end-of-life, grief, ch... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
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
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
JAMES KURTZ
 Love and work are essential to a meaningful life. Relationships with others define experience and work gives a sense of purpose... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
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
Bakersfield, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
DAMIEN BEAUCHEMIN
I've been a therapist dedicated to supporting diverse communities for over a decade. My firsthand experience with the foster care ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
I've been a therapist dedicated to supporting diverse communities for over a decade. My firsthand experience with the foster care system, along with my own identity as a membe... More
Bakersfield, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
ANTONIO FIDLERWOODARD
Welcome - I'm glad you're here. I hold a Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Iowa with an emphasis in mental heal... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Male
Welcome - I'm glad you're here. I hold a Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Iowa with an emphasis in mental health. This background allows me to approach you... More
Bakersfield, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
MICHAEL THEY
Michael They earned his doctoral degree in nursing and is a board-certified Psychiatric nurse practitioner. He treats children, a... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Male
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
Bakersfield, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
JUSTIN KRAM
Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) currently based and practicing in Oregon, though with an active licens... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) currently based and practicing in Oregon, though with an active license in California as well. I attended Californi... More
Bakersfield, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
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
Bakersfield, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
NAOMI ORTEGA
Hello! My name is Naomi Ortega, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Fulfilling my role as a therapist means a great... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hello! My name is Naomi Ortega, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Fulfilling my role as a therapist means a great deal to me, as does building genuine connect... More
Bakersfield, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
DOMONIQUE LOUIS
As a dedicated and compassionate board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Domonique Louis APRN, PMHNP-BC has forged a disti... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
As a dedicated and compassionate board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Domonique Louis APRN, PMHNP-BC has forged a distinguished career, blending academic excellence... More
Bakersfield, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
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
Bakersfield, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
SUSAN MADSON
My name is Susan Madson, I am a LCSW. I specialize in depression, anxiety, anger issues, identifying coping skills, build relation... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
My name is Susan Madson, I am a LCSW. I specialize in depression, anxiety, anger issues, identifying coping skills, build relationship skills, identify client strengths, incre... More
Bakersfield, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
MONICA WHITEROUNDS
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I bring a blend of professional expertise, lived experience, and deep compassion to every th... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I bring a blend of professional expertise, lived experience, and deep compassion to every therapeutic relationship. My journey began long... More
Bakersfield, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
FELICIA PARKER
My approach draws on psychoanalytic thinking, which revolves on one central idea: much of what we think and feel remains outside o... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
My approach draws on psychoanalytic thinking, which revolves on one central idea: much of what we think and feel remains outside of our awareness. Sometimes we keep powerful... More
Bakersfield, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
GABRIEL ARROYO
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have 13+ years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families with... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
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
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
MEAZA EJIGU
Greetings! I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. With over 25 years of experience in health care a... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
Greetings! I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. With over 25 years of experience in health care and 16 years of experience as a nurse practiti... More
Bakersfield, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health
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
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Male
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
Bakersfield, CA
LGBTQ+ Mental Health

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   
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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.

Take the Next Step

Start your journey towards mental health treatment in Bakersfield, California. Find a licensed therapist in Bakersfield, California that can provide the support you need.