Bakersfield, CA Therapists

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ABNEET SOHI
As a licensed therapist in California, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
As a licensed therapist in California, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on empowering clients through challe... More
JEN TANG
My work is rooted in warmth, directness, and genuine relational connection, guided by a psychodynamic and attachment-focused lens.... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
My work is rooted in warmth, directness, and genuine relational connection, guided by a psychodynamic and attachment-focused lens. I walk alongside individuals, couples, and ... More
ANDREW DAVIS
I’m Dr. Andy Davis, a licensed psychologist with 18 years of experience in the mental health field. Thirteen of those years were... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LP
Male
I’m Dr. Andy Davis, a licensed psychologist with 18 years of experience in the mental health field. Thirteen of those years were spent serving in the U.S. Air Force, where I... More
VERONICA FENDER
Hello, my name is Veronica. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated to providing compassionate support and profess... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hello, my name is Veronica. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated to providing compassionate support and professional guidance to individuals. With a strong ... More
Mayra Koedam
Mayra is a a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner focusing in medication management for adults. She treats major psychia... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Mayra is a a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner focusing in medication management for adults. She treats major psychiatric conditions that include depression, anxi... More
LEE LAWVER
Christopher Lawver is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 18 years of experience in private practice and community ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
Christopher Lawver is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 18 years of experience in private practice and community mental health settings. He graduated from Ant... 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
TANIA DUENAS
Hello, I'm Tannia, a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist and Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional with a deep unde... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hello, I'm Tannia, a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist and Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional with a deep understanding of the challenges and pain that ind... 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
NNAEMEKA ANOSIKE
I’m a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner passionate about supporting individuals through their mental health journey... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Male
I’m a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner passionate about supporting individuals through their mental health journeys with kindness and evidence-based care. I sp... More
ZACHARY REHBEINJONES
Hi — I’m Zach Rehbein-Jones, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Wisconsin and California. I specialize in helpi... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Male
Hi — I’m Zach Rehbein-Jones, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Wisconsin and California. I specialize in helping adultsnavigate anxiety, depression, and su... More
OBINNA AKAH
Hi! I'm a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping adolescents and adults improve their mental health. I... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Male
Hi! I'm a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping adolescents and adults improve their mental health. I specialize in treating conditions like bipol... More
MIRIAM OFILI
Hi! I am a doctorate-prepared dual-board certified psychiatry and mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) and Family Nurse practi... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
Hi! I am a doctorate-prepared dual-board certified psychiatry and mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) and Family Nurse practitioner (FNP) based in California with over 20... More
BLAKE KERR
Over human history, people have mostly lived in close-knit communities. This has eroded with the advances in transportation and te... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Male
Over human history, people have mostly lived in close-knit communities. This has eroded with the advances in transportation and technology. Most people have lost much of the s... More
PAUL ELLINGSEN
I am a licensed psychotherapist and hold bachelor’s and master’s degrees in psychology. I have over 30 years experience and h... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
I am a licensed psychotherapist and hold bachelor’s and master’s degrees in psychology. I have over 30 years experience and have performed thousands of hours of counselin... More
JOSHUA PETTY
"Hello, I am Joshua Rashon Petty, a compassionate psychiatric nurse practitioner dedicated to providing gentle and nurturing menta... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Male
"Hello, I am Joshua Rashon Petty, a compassionate psychiatric nurse practitioner dedicated to providing gentle and nurturing mental health care. In a world where understanding... More
MADELEINE AZAR
Hi there, I'm Maddie! Do you worry all the time? Want to feel more confident and empowered? If you need someone to talk to, I�... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LPCC|LPC
Female
Hi there, I'm Maddie! Do you worry all the time? Want to feel more confident and empowered? If you need someone to talk to, I’m here to help. I bring a warm and relation... More
JESSICA SPARKS
I'm a proud Bay Area native, raised in Silicon Valley with roots in a military and law enforcement family. My journey as a teen mo... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
I'm a proud Bay Area native, raised in Silicon Valley with roots in a military and law enforcement family. My journey as a teen mom and survivor of domestic violence has inspi... 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
JARED BARRERA
My name is Jared and I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in the state of California. I have 5 years of professio... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LPCC
Male
My name is Jared and I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in the state of California. I have 5 years of professional experience as an individual therapist, fa... 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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