Bakersfield, CA Therapists

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LA CRYSTAL FULLER
I am La Crystal L. Fuller, a dedicated and compassionate Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
I am La Crystal L. Fuller, a dedicated and compassionate Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP). I... More
KEITH NESBITT
I am glad you are taking time to get to know me. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have my M.S. in clinical psyc... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
I am glad you are taking time to get to know me. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have my M.S. in clinical psychology from San Francisco State University an... More
LOC VU
Hi there, I'm Loc. Do you find yourself struggling with life's challenges and in need of support to move forward? I help clients ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hi there, I'm Loc. Do you find yourself struggling with life's challenges and in need of support to move forward? I help clients manage anxiety and depression while also prev... More
JESSICA DARLING
My name is Jessica Darling, and I have been helping people as a mental health therapist since 2008. My style is very relational, ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
My name is Jessica Darling, and I have been helping people as a mental health therapist since 2008. My style is very relational, like two colleagues sharing a cup of coffee 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
Carmela Duarte
Carmela is a LMFT who is a bilingual and bicultural therapist. Optimal care will be provided while utilizing evidence-based practi... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Carmela is a LMFT who is a bilingual and bicultural therapist. Optimal care will be provided while utilizing evidence-based practices for example Trauma- Focused Cognitive Beh... More
SHEENA BOYD
Hello, I'm Sheena. Do you feel like life is always throwing you for a loop? Are you struggling to keep your head above water? Ar... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hello, I'm Sheena. Do you feel like life is always throwing you for a loop? Are you struggling to keep your head above water? Are we losing sight of who we are as a person? ... More
TRISH WILLIAMS FORDE
Hi! I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) based in California. I have over 13 years of ex... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
Hi! I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) based in California. I have over 13 years of experience. Having worked in the community fiel... More
JENNIFER MILLER
Hi there! I'm Jenna. I'm a licensed psychologist (PhD) based in Northeastern Ohio. My patients are the experts in their own lives,... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LP
Female
Hi there! I'm Jenna. I'm a licensed psychologist (PhD) based in Northeastern Ohio. My patients are the experts in their own lives, and my role is to create a space for them to... More
MICHAEL MARSHALL
Hi! I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) based in California. I specialize in medication man... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Male
Hi! I'm a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) based in California. I specialize in medication management for all mental health disorders. I ha... More
HA HUYNH
Hi, I'm Hazel. I'm a bilingual Asian mental health therapist fluent in both Vietnamese and English, dedicated to supporting neurod... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hi, I'm Hazel. I'm a bilingual Asian mental health therapist fluent in both Vietnamese and English, dedicated to supporting neurodiverse adults, including those with ASD, ADHD... More
KIMBERLY BROOKS
I’m Kimberly M. Brooks, LCSW. I help adults and couples facing anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship strain, and emotional overw... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW|LICSW
Female
I’m Kimberly M. Brooks, LCSW. I help adults and couples facing anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship strain, and emotional overwhelm find clarity and peace. My style is warm... More
SIMON DESMARAISZALOB
You want to change your feelings, thoughts, or behaviors, but every time you try, it blows up in your face. (Not literally...hopef... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Male
You want to change your feelings, thoughts, or behaviors, but every time you try, it blows up in your face. (Not literally...hopefully.) How do you get unstuck?! The most impo... More
Christina Gentry
Christina Gentry, LMFT is a licensed marriage and family therapist who supports adults navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, relatio... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Christina Gentry, LMFT is a licensed marriage and family therapist who supports adults navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship challenges, and women’s mental health... 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
Eric Tubat
"Eric Tubat is wonderful. I feel fully supported in his recommendations." -Felicia L. from CAEric Tubat is a Psychiatric ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Male
"Eric Tubat is wonderful. I feel fully supported in his recommendations." -Felicia L. from CAEric Tubat is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has been... More
NICOLE BARHORST
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who has worked with individuals that are experiencing a variation of difficulties.... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LPCC|LPC
Female
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who has worked with individuals that are experiencing a variation of difficulties. I specialize in helping patients with anxie... More
Jason Sellers
"He's awesome. I love talking to him. I always walk away feeling better. " -Tanya T. from NJFamily medicine physician w... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Male
"He's awesome. I love talking to him. I always walk away feeling better. " -Tanya T. from NJFamily medicine physician with a background in biomedical research and p... More
Who might be a good fit for Jason?
Clients facing concerns such as managing behavioral health symptoms may connect with the techniques and structure offered by Jason Sellers. He integrates telemedicine and remote monitoring technologies to foster collaborative communication and support ongoing care for adults across various stages of life. View Profile
DAEJAH FOSTER
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in helping individuals, families, and couples rewrite unhelpful nar... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in helping individuals, families, and couples rewrite unhelpful narratives, reconnect with their strengths, and ... More
GREGORY BUTTNER
My therapeutic style is grounded in a holistic and integrative framework, which empowers me to provide personalized care that alig... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
My therapeutic style is grounded in a holistic and integrative framework, which empowers me to provide personalized care that aligns with each client's distinct situation and ... 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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