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BRIAN MITCHELL
Hello there, I'm Brian Mitchell. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a client-centered approach to therapy, focusing on tr... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Male
Hello there, I'm Brian Mitchell. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a client-centered approach to therapy, focusing on trauma and PTSD. I tailor my approach to each c... More
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
DORIS COUNCIL
I am Dr.Doris Council, a nurse practitioner with a Doctorate in Nursing Practice in Psychiatric Mental Health. I am also a board-... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Other
I am Dr.Doris Council, a nurse practitioner with a Doctorate in Nursing Practice in Psychiatric Mental Health. I am also a board-certified family nurse practitioner. My initi... More
Shannon Sheridan
Shannon Sheridan is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 30 years of experience guiding individuals, couples, and fa... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Shannon Sheridan is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 30 years of experience guiding individuals, couples, and families through life’s most meaningful and d... More
Who might be a good fit for Shannon?
People experiencing anxiety or addiction and looking for a therapist with experience in trauma-informed care might consider Shannon Sheridan’s style of care. Her person-centered and systems-based approach creates a compassionate space where clients can build resilience and reconnect with their inner strengths. View Profile
ROOPA CANTU
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in California. I received my Masters from New York University and have been practicin... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in California. I received my Masters from New York University and have been practicing for 13 years. I have also have 7 years of e... More
IFEATU ENEMMUO
Hi, I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Practicing (DNP) in California. I received my Doctor of Nursing Practice f... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
Hi, I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Practicing (DNP) in California. I received my Doctor of Nursing Practice from Brandman University Irvine CA( Now U-Mass... More
CHERRIE PHILLIPS
Cherrie Phillips is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and has been practicing since 2014, working in multiple settings incl... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Cherrie Phillips is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and has been practicing since 2014, working in multiple settings including the community mental health setting, su... More
JEANNIE YEAGER
Hi I am a licensed professional clinical counselor practicing in California. I offer in person sessions in Stockton California and... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LPCC
Female
Hi I am a licensed professional clinical counselor practicing in California. I offer in person sessions in Stockton California and also teletherapy health options. Together, w... More
FARBOD KHALAFI
My name is Farbod. I am a second generation Persian-American. My own background continues to shape the way I approach this work.... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LP
Male
My name is Farbod. I am a second generation Persian-American. My own background continues to shape the way I approach this work. As the child of Persian immigrant parents ra... More
VIANEY GALDAMEZ
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California, fluent in both English and Spanish. With over 10 years of exp... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California, fluent in both English and Spanish. With over 10 years of experience in the mental health field, I special... More
Constance Thorsnes
Constance Thorsnes, LMFT, is a licensed marriage and family therapist with over a decade of experience supporting individuals and ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Constance Thorsnes, LMFT, is a licensed marriage and family therapist with over a decade of experience supporting individuals and families through anxiety, depression, trauma,... More
Who might be a good fit for Constance?
Clients working through anxiety and depression and looking for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy support might engage well with Constance Thorsnes’s approach. She offers clear, practical strategies that help clients shift unhelpful patterns while honoring diverse cultural backgrounds and neurodiverse experiences. View Profile
KRISTY TURNER
Hi, I am Kristy. As a psychotherapist my approach to therapy for over the last 20 years with individuals, couples and families is... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hi, I am Kristy. As a psychotherapist my approach to therapy for over the last 20 years with individuals, couples and families is rooted in some key elements including buildi... More
DIANDRIA DONALDSON
Hello! I am delighted that you have considered me to be your new therapist. Over several years, I have found a special place in th... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hello! I am delighted that you have considered me to be your new therapist. Over several years, I have found a special place in therapeutic services and have been amazed in ho... More
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
DAVID CHADORCHI
I am firmly rooted in the belief that the therapeutic process is a symbiotic collaboration between therapist and client. Regardles... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LP
Male
I am firmly rooted in the belief that the therapeutic process is a symbiotic collaboration between therapist and client. Regardless of whether you're navigating a temporary ch... More
Brianna Johnson
Brianna Johnson is a Board Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has been providing psychiatric evaluations, ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Brianna Johnson is a Board Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who has been providing psychiatric evaluations, psychotropic medication management, and psych... More
JANET OSUAGWU
I believe that each individual deserves a life that is fulfilling, enriched, empowered and allows for an understanding of self and... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
I believe that each individual deserves a life that is fulfilling, enriched, empowered and allows for an understanding of self and feelings. You don’t want to continue livi... More
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
ANGELICA LIMON
Angelica has a passion for helping young children and adolescents, as well as couples and families. She works with clients who suf... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Angelica has a passion for helping young children and adolescents, as well as couples and families. She works with clients who suffer from depression, anxiety, addiction, adju... More
MARLENE ACEVEDO MANZO
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), and I value using a whole-person and empathic approach in every session. As an LCSW... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), and I value using a whole-person and empathic approach in every session. As an LCSW, my goal is to help individuals improve thei... 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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