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RYAN YAMAMOTO
"Life is a journey, travel it well." I believe we're all on our own individual journeys of life that sometimes put us in valleys ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
"Life is a journey, travel it well." I believe we're all on our own individual journeys of life that sometimes put us in valleys and sometimes on top of hills. When it comes ... More
AMANDA LEWIS
Hello there! Do you ever feel as though there is much on your mind but no one to share it with? Like no one will understand what i... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hello there! Do you ever feel as though there is much on your mind but no one to share it with? Like no one will understand what it is that you have to say? Are your thoughts ... More
NURI ALBERGA
I'm a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner offering compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each in... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
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
Sonia Duran
Sonia Duran is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a bilingual/bicultural Behavioral Health Professional (English/Spanish). Soni... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Sonia Duran is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a bilingual/bicultural Behavioral Health Professional (English/Spanish). Sonia graduated in 2006 with a BA in psychology a... More
ANTHONY LESLIE
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a Master’s in Public Health and Nursing, bri... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Male
I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a Master’s in Public Health and Nursing, bringing over a decade of diverse healthcare exp... More
RACHEL WILLIAMS
Hello, my name is Rachel and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Choosing to begin therapy can be extremely difficult, so cong... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hello, my name is Rachel and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Choosing to begin therapy can be extremely difficult, so congratulations on taking the first step. I speci... More
LATOYA WALKER
Hello! I’m a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) (LCPC) (LPC) (LCMHC) (LMHC) licensed in various states. I received ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LPC|LCMHC|LPCC|LCPC
Female
Hello! I’m a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) (LCPC) (LPC) (LCMHC) (LMHC) licensed in various states. I received my Masters from Avila University in Kansas Ci... More
CHRISTINA WONG
My name is Christina Wong, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California since 2007. I am bicultural, and fluent in English, Cant... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
My name is Christina Wong, Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California since 2007. I am bicultural, and fluent in English, Cantonese and Mandarin. My first job as a socia... More
MELISSA BAUTISTA
Hello! My name is Melissa Bautista and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. In life, different circumstances can aris... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LPCC
Female
Hello! My name is Melissa Bautista and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. In life, different circumstances can arise that can affect our mental health. Although... More
SAMATRA DOWNING
As a black female school-based therapist, my dream client is one who approaches therapy with openness, honesty, and a willingness ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
As a black female school-based therapist, my dream client is one who approaches therapy with openness, honesty, and a willingness to engage in the process of self-discovery an... More
DIANE CARSON
Diane’s style is validating, non-judgmental, and safe. She meets clients where they are, inviting them to start wherever they fe... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Diane’s style is validating, non-judgmental, and safe. She meets clients where they are, inviting them to start wherever they feel most comfortable—whether that is sharing... More
MICHELLE MACPHERSON
Welcome! With more than 25 years experience, my clinical approach is solution-focused, goal-oriented, compassionate and client-cen... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Welcome! With more than 25 years experience, my clinical approach is solution-focused, goal-oriented, compassionate and client-centered. I work with you in partnership to help... More
ALEXIS WILSON
As a therapist, I bring a unique blend of Psychodynamic insight and trauma-informed care to my practice. With a background in trau... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
As a therapist, I bring a unique blend of Psychodynamic insight and trauma-informed care to my practice. With a background in trauma-informed therapy, I am equipped to support... More
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
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
PAUL FERNANDEZ
I am Dr. Paul Fernandez. I have been a licensed therapist and psychologist for more than 30+ years. I have spent my career concent... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LP
Male
I am Dr. Paul Fernandez. I have been a licensed therapist and psychologist for more than 30+ years. I have spent my career concentrating on providing mental health services to... More
JAMILA LEANDER
"Vulnerability is not a sign of weakness. It's a sign of strength, resilience and compassion for oneself." Greetings, I am a Licen... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
"Vulnerability is not a sign of weakness. It's a sign of strength, resilience and compassion for oneself." Greetings, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Ca... More
HELEN CAMBARA
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in California. I received my Masters from Azusa Pacific University and have been pract... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in California. I received my Masters from Azusa Pacific University and have been practicing for 8 years. I have worked with all ag... More
NATALIE MONTALDI
Hi, I’m Natalie—a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 13 years of experience helping high-achieving women reclaim... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW|LICSW
Female
Hi, I’m Natalie—a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 13 years of experience helping high-achieving women reclaim their peace, confidence, and emotional well-... More
VICTORIA HAGERTY
I’m a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist dedicated to helping people, just like you. I use integrative techniques and tools to... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
I’m a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist dedicated to helping people, just like you. I use integrative techniques and tools to help you get in touch with your inner though... 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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