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SARAH YANG
Therapy should be a safe place where you can debrief, process your thoughts, find clarity and work out issues without any judgemen... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW|LICSW
Female
Therapy should be a safe place where you can debrief, process your thoughts, find clarity and work out issues without any judgement or negativity. My approach has always been ... More
Bakersfield, CA
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NALLELI GARRIDO
Welcome! I’m Nalleli, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Over the past 7 years, I have assisted many individuals na... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
Welcome! I’m Nalleli, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Over the past 7 years, I have assisted many individuals navigate life’s challenges and discover their... More
Bakersfield, CA
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ABERA TESFAYE
As a Board-Certified Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I provide expert psychotherapy and medication management to ind... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Male
As a Board-Certified Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I provide expert psychotherapy and medication management to individuals aiming to improve their mental healt... More
Bakersfield, CA
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ALESSANDRA SZEKIR
Hello and Seja bem-vindo! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. I grew up in Brazil and moved to California to pu... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hello and Seja bem-vindo! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. I grew up in Brazil and moved to California to pursue my career as a therapist. I truly believ... More
Bakersfield, CA
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RACHEL CONNELLY
Each of us has our own story and sometimes our experiences leaves us feeling confused, frightened, sad, and often tremendously iso... More
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LMFT
Female
Each of us has our own story and sometimes our experiences leaves us feeling confused, frightened, sad, and often tremendously isolated. I believe therapy can unravel harmful ... More
Bakersfield, CA
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OGHENEFEJIRO ETIBO
My name is Feji, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in working with adults struggling with anxiety, tr... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
My name is Feji, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in working with adults struggling with anxiety, trauma, depression, mood disorders, and life tr... More
Bakersfield, CA
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EUCHARIA MADUAFOKWA
Do you want to take control of your mental health? Are you overwhelmed by the effect of your mental health problem on your daily l... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
Do you want to take control of your mental health? Are you overwhelmed by the effect of your mental health problem on your daily life activities? We offer services in treatin... More
Bakersfield, CA
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JENNIFFER MOGROVEJO
My name is Jenniffer Mogrovejo, LMFT based in California. I have 18 years' experience as a psychotherapist. I help adults struggl... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
My name is Jenniffer Mogrovejo, LMFT based in California. I have 18 years' experience as a psychotherapist. I help adults struggling with depression, anxiety, grief and relat... More
Bakersfield, CA
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Monica  Alvarez
I’m Monica Alvarez, an LCPC licensed in California and Illinois and I provide therapy to children, adolescents, and adults in ... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LPCC|LCPC
Female
I’m Monica Alvarez, an LCPC licensed in California and Illinois and I provide therapy to children, adolescents, and adults in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I ... More
Bakersfield, CA
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SANDRA CHAVEZ
Hello! I’m Sandra V. Chávez, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Registered Psychological Assistant with the Ca... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hello! I’m Sandra V. Chávez, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Registered Psychological Assistant with the California Board of Psychology. I’m passionat... More
Bakersfield, CA
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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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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
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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NASREEN RAHMAN
I have been working as a psych mental health nurse practitioner for the past 6 years in a nonprofit organization, but I have been ... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
I have been working as a psych mental health nurse practitioner for the past 6 years in a nonprofit organization, but I have been in healthcare for the past 25 years and out o... More
Bakersfield, CA
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KATHY KELLY
My name is Kathy Kelly, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been licensed since 2009 and have experience wor... More
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LMFT
Female
My name is Kathy Kelly, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been licensed since 2009 and have experience working with individuals, adolescents, and famil... More
Bakersfield, CA
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RACHEL OTUBUAH
You really can find enjoyment, fulfillment and peace in this life! Many see mental illness as a debilitating disability with littl... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
You really can find enjoyment, fulfillment and peace in this life! Many see mental illness as a debilitating disability with little hope to live life to the fullest. I can ass... More
Bakersfield, CA
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PAMELA MOKOKO
Pamela Mokoko is a doctorate prepared, board-certified as a child, adolescence and adult Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitio... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
Pamela Mokoko is a doctorate prepared, board-certified as a child, adolescence and adult Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) . I specialized in the variou... More
Bakersfield, CA
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BETHANY KELLEY
Greetings to You! I am Bethany and am thankful you have made the decision to live your most phenomenal life! Do you feel utterly ... More
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LCSW|LISW
Female
Greetings to You! I am Bethany and am thankful you have made the decision to live your most phenomenal life! Do you feel utterly lost, stuck or even misunderstood? Do you fee... More
Bakersfield, CA
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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
Bakersfield, CA
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JUSTIN DO
Hi! My name is Justin Do and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I received my Masters from ... More
Therapist
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LMFT
Male
Hi! My name is Justin Do and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I received my Masters from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology... More
Bakersfield, CA
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JENNIFER NORDSTRAND
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. I have been a medical social worker for about 30 years and have work... More
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LCSW
Female
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. I have been a medical social worker for about 30 years and have worked in every capacity in the medical field. T... More
Bakersfield, CA
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SALINAS TAN
Greetings everyone! Thank you for stopping by my page. My name is Salinas Tan & I am a Cambodian-English speaking Licensed Clinica... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Greetings everyone! Thank you for stopping by my page. My name is Salinas Tan & I am a Cambodian-English speaking Licensed Clinical Social Worker Therapist. I graduated with m... 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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