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TIEASE LEE
Hi! I've worked in the community for over ten years and understand the importance of of intersectionality. I'm Accepting new cli... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hi! I've worked in the community for over ten years and understand the importance of of intersectionality. I'm Accepting new clients online in California and Florida. I help... More
JESSICA SMITH
Hi! I'm an experienced and compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, board-certified (PMHNP-BC) and dedicated to providing exc... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
Hi! I'm an experienced and compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, board-certified (PMHNP-BC) and dedicated to providing exceptional mental health care. I received a Doc... More
JEREMY VAN WERT
Welcome! I'm Jeremy, a licensed therapist with over 15 years of experience and an MBA background. Having worked at Kaiser Permanen... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
Welcome! I'm Jeremy, a licensed therapist with over 15 years of experience and an MBA background. Having worked at Kaiser Permanente and served as CEO of a large organization,... More
TANISHA RAGLAND
My name is Tanisha and I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I graduated from Charles Drew Univer... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
My name is Tanisha and I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I graduated from Charles Drew University of Medicine and Science. University Summ... More
ALICIA SANTIAGO
Hi there, I'm Alicia. Are you feeling lost or stuck in some aspect of your life and finding it hard to move forward? Is it hard ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hi there, I'm Alicia. Are you feeling lost or stuck in some aspect of your life and finding it hard to move forward? Is it hard to be kind to yourself? With your permission,... More
MICHAEL SEMIONE
Trauma can hurt long after the painful events are over. It creeps into our relationships and makes it hard to love and trust other... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
Trauma can hurt long after the painful events are over. It creeps into our relationships and makes it hard to love and trust others. Often, even more painfully, it makes it ha... More
PRISCILLA HEBERT
I started helping those who are seeking to up-level their experiences and shine as their true and authentic selves in 2019. My jo... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LPCC
Female
I started helping those who are seeking to up-level their experiences and shine as their true and authentic selves in 2019. My journey first started in residential treatment ... More
RAQUEL GONZALEZ
Raquel is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been providing mental health services for the past 8 years. Overall, she has 1... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Raquel is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been providing mental health services for the past 8 years. Overall, she has 15 years of experience in the social work fiel... More
ISAAC KUFFOUR
Isaac O. Kuffour is a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over a decade of diverse experience i... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Male
Isaac O. Kuffour is a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over a decade of diverse experience in the nursing field. With a strong foundation... More
PAMELA JOY ABAO
I am a compassionate and culturally sensitive Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) dedicated to helping individual... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
I am a compassionate and culturally sensitive Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) dedicated to helping individuals navigate their mental health journeys with ... More
Virginia Hogan
Virginia Hogan is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, working successfully with patients via telehealt... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Virginia Hogan is a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, working successfully with patients via telehealth, as well as in hospital and office settings... More
ROCHELLE BARD
I am a Licensed Clinician in California, with over three decades of clinical experience. I specialize in culturally competent, Chr... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
I am a Licensed Clinician in California, with over three decades of clinical experience. I specialize in culturally competent, Christian-integrated, strength-based therapy. My... More
Cesar Mardones
Cesar Mardones, LCSW, is a seasoned Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals across... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Male
Cesar Mardones, LCSW, is a seasoned Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals across the lifespan—from children to adults—thr... More
Who might be a good fit for Cesar?
People seeking clarity around managing anxiety, addiction, or grief may find Cesar Mardones’s approach fitting. His culturally responsive, trauma-informed style combines evidence-based therapies with a collaborative, strengths-focused partnership that honors each person’s unique story. View Profile
TINA SALAZAR
Hello, my name is Tina Salazar, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in CA. Are you struggling with isolation, stress... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hello, my name is Tina Salazar, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in CA. Are you struggling with isolation, stress, depression, or anxiety? Are you feeling ove... More
ANNA NEIBELPORCALLA
Hi and welcome! I’m Anna, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker here to support you through the ups, downs, and everything in betwe... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hi and welcome! I’m Anna, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker here to support you through the ups, downs, and everything in between. For the past four years, I’ve helped cl... More
LEANA SMITH
Hi! I'm a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) based in California. I received my Masters from the University of California, San... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
Hi! I'm a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) based in California. I received my Masters from the University of California, San Francisco and have been practicing for 4 yea... More
Regan Hunt
Regan Hunt is an experienced therapist and Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of expertise, holding her degree from San Jos... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Regan Hunt is an experienced therapist and Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of expertise, holding her degree from San Jose State University. She specializes in treati... 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
ROSA SINGER
Hello I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing for 20 years. I received my Master's degree from California State Universi... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hello I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing for 20 years. I received my Master's degree from California State University Los Angeles and my California License from... More
TRISH WILLIAMS FORDE
Hi! I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) based in California. I have over 13 years of ex... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
Hi! I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) based in California. I have over 13 years of experience. Having worked in the community fiel... 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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