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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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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
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
Bakersfield, CA
Parenting
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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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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
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LARAE WRIGHT
Welcome! I'm LaRae, a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I'm glad you chose YOU! You've taken the first step towards bettering... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Welcome! I'm LaRae, a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I'm glad you chose YOU! You've taken the first step towards bettering your mental health because, let's be honest ... More
Bakersfield, CA
Parenting
YANA KAMINSKY
Hello! I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist, practicing in CA. I have been in practice since 2011 and have treated a wide ... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hello! I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist, practicing in CA. I have been in practice since 2011 and have treated a wide range of clients from various cultural backgr... More
Bakersfield, CA
Parenting
JOHN GARCIA
When we experience severe trauma or life stressors, our lives can start to collapse into a day-to-day struggle. Our normal coping ... More
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LMFT
Male
When we experience severe trauma or life stressors, our lives can start to collapse into a day-to-day struggle. Our normal coping mechanisms and our support systems can start ... More
Bakersfield, CA
Parenting
SUSANA NAVARRO RAMOS
Do you feel unseen or unheard? Do you struggle with feeling like you don’t quite belong—or maybe feel disconnected from yourse... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Do you feel unseen or unheard? Do you struggle with feeling like you don’t quite belong—or maybe feel disconnected from yourself entirely? Many of my clients come to thera... More
Bakersfield, CA
Parenting
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
Bakersfield, CA
Parenting
SHARZAD KAVIANI
Are you struggling with balancing the demands of everyday life? Do you or a member of your family feel overwhelmed with feelings o... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Are you struggling with balancing the demands of everyday life? Do you or a member of your family feel overwhelmed with feelings of anxiety, depression, isolation or an inabil... More
Bakersfield, CA
Parenting
JENNIFER WILSON
I hold a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from California Lutheran Unive... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
I hold a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from California Lutheran University. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Ther... More
Bakersfield, CA
Parenting
AUDREY ANDERSON TESHIMA
NOTE: If you are seeking couples counseling, my caseload is at capacity and am not accepting new clients for couples counseling. ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
NOTE: If you are seeking couples counseling, my caseload is at capacity and am not accepting new clients for couples counseling. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist... More
Bakersfield, CA
Parenting
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
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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
Bakersfield, CA
Parenting
LIANA GIBSON
My name is Liana Gibson, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 14 years of experience, licensed in CA, WA, a... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
My name is Liana Gibson, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 14 years of experience, licensed in CA, WA, and TX. I specialize in helping individuals an... More
Bakersfield, CA
Parenting
LINDSEY SOENNICHSEN
I began my LMFT career with completing my master's at University of Phoenix in 2009 and completed my full licensure in 2018. I ha... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
I began my LMFT career with completing my master's at University of Phoenix in 2009 and completed my full licensure in 2018. I have 7 years of experience in addiction treatme... More
Bakersfield, CA
Parenting
KIMBERLY LICHTEMADAKASIRA
Hi. I’m Dr. Kimberly, a licensed professional counselor with a Ph.D. in Health Psychology. I have experience treating adults in ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LPC|LPCC
Female
Hi. I’m Dr. Kimberly, a licensed professional counselor with a Ph.D. in Health Psychology. I have experience treating adults in group and individual settings, utilizing an e... More
Bakersfield, CA
Parenting
NANCY MADANI
"Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can." — Arthur Ashe Hello there! I am first a mom, a sister, an aunt, a gr... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
"Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can." — Arthur Ashe Hello there! I am first a mom, a sister, an aunt, a grandmother, and a neighbor and friend. In my l... More
Bakersfield, CA
Parenting
SHAYE BREWER
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in California and Nevada, specializing in individual and group therapy. I have ove... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in California and Nevada, specializing in individual and group therapy. I have over 20 years of experience providing services t... More
Bakersfield, CA
Parenting
RACHEL MEHIA
I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT), and I have worked with clients with a wide variety of concerns including schizop... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT), and I have worked with clients with a wide variety of concerns including schizophrenia, personality disorders, depression, an... More
Bakersfield, CA
Parenting
ALBERTO SERRANOBROTHERS
Hi there, I am Alberto. I believe each individual is unique, and I want to help you uncover your strengths to create a life worth... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Male
Hi there, I am Alberto. I believe each individual is unique, and I want to help you uncover your strengths to create a life worth living. I strive to create a comfortable, no... More
Bakersfield, CA
Parenting
JAENAI DIAZ
Hi there, I'm Jaenai. You made the right decision to seek out someone to talk to. We all deserve to have someone neutral to liste... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hi there, I'm Jaenai. You made the right decision to seek out someone to talk to. We all deserve to have someone neutral to listen to our thoughts and feelings without judgem... More
Bakersfield, CA
Parenting
MELISSA DECRAENE
Are you struggling with your work-life balance, family unit, parent-child relationship, or other relationships? Are these conflict... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Are you struggling with your work-life balance, family unit, parent-child relationship, or other relationships? Are these conflicts bringing you overwhelming emotions and dist... More
Bakersfield, CA
Parenting

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   
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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.