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Donavon Bradley
Donavon Bradley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over a decade of experience helping individuals navigate trauma, ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Male
Donavon Bradley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over a decade of experience helping individuals navigate trauma, anxiety, self-esteem, and life transitions. H... More
Who might be a good fit for Donavon?
Those managing concerns related to trauma, anxiety, or life transitions may appreciate the methods Donavon Bradley incorporates into his practice. His tailored approach, which blends evidence-based therapies with mindfulness and distress tolerance skills, supports clients from diverse backgrounds including LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, and neurodiverse populations. View Profile
SARA SAMADI
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in California, Texas, and Virginia. I have over a decade of experience working with ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in California, Texas, and Virginia. I have over a decade of experience working with a diverse population of individuals. I have w... More
ALFONSO CARBAJAL
Hello, I am a therapist who focuses on improving the lives of his clients. I will help empower them to enrich their lives. Toget... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Male
Hello, I am a therapist who focuses on improving the lives of his clients. I will help empower them to enrich their lives. Together we can explore methods on helping the ind... More
BRENDA MIRANDA
Hi! I'm a Latina Clinical Social Worker based in California who is passionate about self-empowerment, personal transformation, and... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hi! I'm a Latina Clinical Social Worker based in California who is passionate about self-empowerment, personal transformation, and the art of psychotherapy. I earned my MSW de... More
JEFF YOO
Hello! I am Jeff, a licensed therapist practicing in California and Washington. I specialize in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
Hello! I am Jeff, a licensed therapist practicing in California and Washington. I specialize in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, and difficulties in relationships. As a cer... More
SIMONE KAUFMAN
Hello! Thank you for visiting! I am a dual Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatric-Mental Health and Adult/Geriatric Pra... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
Hello! Thank you for visiting! I am a dual Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatric-Mental Health and Adult/Geriatric Practice. I earned my master’s degree with Adu... More
KIMBERLY JONES
We are more than conquerors! You already have the capability to make changes that help accomplish your goals, experience healing, ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
We are more than conquerors! You already have the capability to make changes that help accomplish your goals, experience healing, and combat the most difficult symptoms. Howev... More
Laurie Moses
Laurie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience serving youth, young adults, adults, couples, and families. Her specia... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Laurie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience serving youth, young adults, adults, couples, and families. Her specialty is working with individuals who have expe... More
Who might be a good fit for Laurie?
Laurie Moses may be a good match for people navigating the effects of trauma or managing depression and anxiety who prefer a tailored, trauma-informed framework. She integrates cognitive behavioral techniques and motivational interviewing to create a personalized approach that supports clients across different life stages, including active duty military members and their families. View Profile
JAYASHREE DOYLE
Hello! My name is Jay and I've been a licensed therapist in California since 2010. I have helped clients who are dealing with stre... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hello! My name is Jay and I've been a licensed therapist in California since 2010. I have helped clients who are dealing with stress and anxiety, past and recent trauma, probl... More
JENNIFER HARMON
Hi, I'm Jennifer. For the past 24 years of my life, I've helped individuals, couples, and families worth through challenges with a... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hi, I'm Jennifer. For the past 24 years of my life, I've helped individuals, couples, and families worth through challenges with addiction, relationships, and personal growth.... More
ANA RIVERA GONZALEZ
Life can be difficult and, at times, feel overwhelming. When navigating depression, anxiety, or trauma, our perspective can become... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Life can be difficult and, at times, feel overwhelming. When navigating depression, anxiety, or trauma, our perspective can become blurred, making it hard to see a way forward... More
NICHOLAS SEIBEL
Hi! I'm Nick and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in helping adults who are ready to move beyond jus... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
Hi! I'm Nick and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in helping adults who are ready to move beyond just surviving and into a place of genuine conne... More
FESTUS OBONNA
Hi, my name is Festus. I am a board certified Psychiatric and Mental health Nurse Practitioner. I hold a Doctorate degree in Nursi... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Male
Hi, my name is Festus. I am a board certified Psychiatric and Mental health Nurse Practitioner. I hold a Doctorate degree in Nursing practice (DNP). If you are overwhelmed and... More
JONATHAN ROSE
Hello and welcome. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology who has been practic... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
Hello and welcome. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology who has been practicing for 10 years. As a therapist, I have exp... More
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
Therapist
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
PAMELA NSOROMA JAMES
I am a licensed psychotherapist in California, and I specialize in the examination of the human experience, with an emphasis in tr... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
I am a licensed psychotherapist in California, and I specialize in the examination of the human experience, with an emphasis in trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression disorders... More
Maricelina Caro
I ask alot of questions. Your wellbeing will be attended to through shared decision making that includes your creativity, kno... More
Psychiatrist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
I ask alot of questions. Your wellbeing will be attended to through shared decision making that includes your creativity, knowledge, and perspective. It is the necessity... More
ERMELINDA GARZA
Welcome Hello, I’m Ermelinda Garza I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have 10+ years of experience in providing t... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Welcome Hello, I’m Ermelinda Garza I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have 10+ years of experience in providing therapy to adults, adolescents, and individual... More
JACQUELINE PARADA
Hello, I’m Jacqueline Parada, a board-certified DNP specializing in culturally sensitive and compassionate care. With extensive ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
Hello, I’m Jacqueline Parada, a board-certified DNP specializing in culturally sensitive and compassionate care. With extensive experience in Supportive Therapy, I focus on ... More
TREVON PEOPLES
I'd say my upbringing inspired me from my home to school. I have seen and heard mental health being mentioned as important and enc... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
I'd say my upbringing inspired me from my home to school. I have seen and heard mental health being mentioned as important and encouraged to take care of. I'd say full circle ... 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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