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SANG HUN LEE
Sang Hun Lee, a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with six years of experience in psychiatric care, completed internships at NYU Lang... More
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Sang Hun Lee, a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with six years of experience in psychiatric care, completed internships at NYU Langone Manhattan Hospital in the inpatient and E... More
Bakersfield, CA
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LYDIA OWUOR
Hi! I am a licenses Professional Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) based in California.I received my Masters degree from Wal... More
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Hi! I am a licenses Professional Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) based in California.I received my Masters degree from Walden University and I have been practicing for... More
Bakersfield, CA
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MELISSA HUDSON
Hi, I am a Licenced Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been working as a therapist for 10 years. My goal is to provide guidance... More
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Hi, I am a Licenced Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been working as a therapist for 10 years. My goal is to provide guidance, support, and feedback in a safe therapeutic... More
Bakersfield, CA
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JASON IMHOFF
Time to change! You don’t have to keep living this way. You can live the life that you want to live! You don’t have to do it o... More
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Time to change! You don’t have to keep living this way. You can live the life that you want to live! You don’t have to do it on your own. I help leaders, athletes, and o... More
Bakersfield, CA
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NURI ALBERGA
I'm a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner offering compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each in... More
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Female
I'm a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner offering compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each individual. I specialize in integrative psychia... More
Bakersfield, CA
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MIRANDA HARWOOD
Hello! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I received my Master Degree from California State University and I've been practicin... More
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Female
Hello! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I received my Master Degree from California State University and I've been practicing therapy for over 12 years. I grew up in Ita... More
Bakersfield, CA
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NATALYA KUZMICHEVA
Hi I'm Natalya Kuzmicheva, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in California. I received my Masters from California State... More
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Hi I'm Natalya Kuzmicheva, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in California. I received my Masters from California State University of Los Angeles. I have been pract... More
Bakersfield, CA
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LUKE BARRETT
Luke is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a background in emergency medical services, nonprofit organizations, and hospital e... More
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Luke is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a background in emergency medical services, nonprofit organizations, and hospital emergency departments. He is a United States C... More
Bakersfield, CA
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BAMIDELE OJOFATI
As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of diverse nursing experience, I am deeply co... More
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Female
As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over a decade of diverse nursing experience, I am deeply committed to helping individuals prioritize the... More
Bakersfield, CA
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KIFLE JIKAMO
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with doctoral education and extensive experience delivering me... More
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I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with doctoral education and extensive experience delivering mental health care across various settings, inc... More
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LANA HOYER
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in anxiety and depression. It’s my passion to work with young adu... More
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I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in anxiety and depression. It’s my passion to work with young adults and adults with the number of challenges ... More
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JONATHAN AUDU
I am a dual board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC). I rece... More
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I am a dual board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC). I received a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) Post-... More
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KELLY MULLINS
Hello, I'm Kelly, your dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. In our sessions, my primary goal is to create a war... More
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Hello, I'm Kelly, your dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. In our sessions, my primary goal is to create a warm and welcoming space where you feel supporte... More
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SHALA SHARDIL
Hi, I'm Shala, a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner dedicated to helping adolescents, teens, and adults ... More
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Female
Hi, I'm Shala, a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner dedicated to helping adolescents, teens, and adults navigate anxiety, depression, and PTSD. My ap... More
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IFEATU ENEMMUO
Hi, I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Practicing (DNP) in California. I received my Doctor of Nursing Practice f... More
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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
Bakersfield, CA
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RICHARD LANTZ
All things are interconnected. To feel better, you have to act better. To feel better, you have to think better. To think better, ... More
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Male
All things are interconnected. To feel better, you have to act better. To feel better, you have to think better. To think better, you have to feel better. To act better, you h... More
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CHINWE ASIDANYA
I am an ANCC-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a diverse clinical background across multiple mental heal... More
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Female
I am an ANCC-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a diverse clinical background across multiple mental health settings. I am dedicated to providing comp... More
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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
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LMFT
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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
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MAYRA AGUIRRE LUNA
Hello there! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I received a Master of Science (M.S.) in Co... More
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Female
Hello there! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I received a Master of Science (M.S.) in Counseling Psychology from California State Uni... More
Bakersfield, CA
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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.

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