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HEATHER BYRD
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in southern California. I work with individual adults only, utilizing Eye... More
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Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in southern California. I work with individual adults only, utilizing Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Th... More
Who might be a good fit for Heather?
People seeking clarity around trauma recovery or support navigating the challenges of adulthood may find Heather Byrd’s approach fitting. She integrates EMDR therapy to help motivated individuals work through distressing patterns and move toward greater daily freedom. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
JonDavid Settell
Much of philosophy today contends that modern life is damaged life. Some say this life is wrong and cannot be lived rightly, while... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Male
Much of philosophy today contends that modern life is damaged life. Some say this life is wrong and cannot be lived rightly, while others observe that, in terms of our structu... More
Who might be a good fit for Jondavid?
Jondavid Settell may be a strong resource for individuals looking to develop strategies for managing the emotional weight of modern life and its impact on the psyche. His therapeutic work focuses on exploring unconscious patterns through language and symbolism, offering space to uncover hidden hopes and reimagine a meaningful way forward even amid challenges like addiction and emotional pain. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
Thomas VanMarter
You're probably here because you feel "stuck" in life. Maybe you're a parent who is challenged by their child's unique behavioral,... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
You're probably here because you feel "stuck" in life. Maybe you're a parent who is challenged by their child's unique behavioral, emotional or academic needs & want help navi... More
Who might be a good fit for Thomas?
Thomas Vanmarter may be a good match for people navigating behavioral or emotional challenges who prefer a collaborative, goal-oriented framework. His approach emphasizes practical tools for emotional self-regulation and often includes family involvement to support individuals facing issues like trauma, anxiety, or complex behavioral needs. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
Elaine  Ho
Elaine is a Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of healthcare experience across outpatient, primary care, and substance use trea... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW|LCSW|LCSW|LCSW|LCSW|LCSW|LCSW|LCSW|LCSW
Female
Elaine is a Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of healthcare experience across outpatient, primary care, and substance use treatment settings. She has worked with diverse a... More
Who might be a good fit for Elaine ?
Elaine Ho may align well with adults who are working through challenges related to substance use, gambling, or sex addiction. Her approach, grounded in motivational interviewing and informed by extensive experience with diverse populations, supports individuals seeking compassionate guidance on their recovery journey. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
Erika Altobelli
Erika Altobelli is a licensed clinical social worker with advanced practice skills in logotherapy, motivational interviewing, the ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Erika Altobelli is a licensed clinical social worker with advanced practice skills in logotherapy, motivational interviewing, the Unified Protocol and Dialectal Behavior Thera... More
Who might be a good fit for Erika?
People experiencing anxiety or those wanting to strengthen their ability to navigate life transitions could benefit from Erika Altobelli’s focused therapeutic work. She integrates approaches like logotherapy and motivational interviewing to help clients build resilience while addressing symptoms of depression, grief, and other challenges with empathy and practical strategies. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
ELSA QUINTANILLA
Hello and welcome. I am a bilingual (Spanish-speaking) psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience helping adults, adolescent... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hello and welcome. I am a bilingual (Spanish-speaking) psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience helping adults, adolescents, couples, and families navigate trauma, rel... More
Who might be a good fit for Elsa?
People seeking clarity around life transitions or support navigating emotional challenges may find Elsa Quintanilla’s approach fitting. Her use of depth psychotherapy, combined with a bilingual and culturally attuned practice, offers space to explore emotional, physical, and spiritual dimensions in healing. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
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
Who might be a good fit for Tina?
Tina Salazar offers an approach that may suit individuals focusing on managing anxiety, depression, or life transitions. She incorporates Solution Focused Brief Therapy to help clients reconnect with their strengths and find meaning during challenging times. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
ROBERT WARBURTON
I am a compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner working with late adolescents to late adulthood. I help individu... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Male
I am a compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner working with late adolescents to late adulthood. I help individuals identify mental health challenges while f... More
Who might be a good fit for Robert?
People experiencing challenges like anxiety or substance misuse and looking for a therapist with experience in medication management might consider Robert Warburton’s style of care. His compassionate approach integrates cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing, supporting clients from young adulthood through late adulthood in addressing both mental health and related physical health concerns. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
PEGGY STEWART
Hello, my name is Peggy Stewart, and I have been practicing psychotherapy for over a decade. I am a professor at the University of... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hello, my name is Peggy Stewart, and I have been practicing psychotherapy for over a decade. I am a professor at the University of Southern California, where I teach aspiring ... More
Who might be a good fit for Peggy?
Individuals or couples navigating challenges such as anxiety, trauma, or relationship concerns may find alignment with the strategies and frameworks utilized by Peggy Stewart. Her use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and psychodynamic approaches, combined with her experience working with youth and LGBTQ+ clients, supports a thoughtful and tailored path toward healing and growth. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
NASSIBA CHERIF
Hi! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in California. Prior to becoming licensed in 2017, I worked with children a... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hi! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in California. Prior to becoming licensed in 2017, I worked with children and youth in public and private schools as a B... More
Who might be a good fit for Nassiba?
Nassiba Cherif may work particularly well with those looking to build skills around managing anxiety, trauma, or family conflict. Her integrative approach, informed by extensive experience with diverse cultural backgrounds and trauma survivors, supports individuals navigating complex life transitions and seeking culturally sensitive care. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
ANACRISTINA GIAQUINTO
I am a California Licensed Clinical Social Worker with approximately 14 years of experience working with adults and youth. I am co... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
I am a California Licensed Clinical Social Worker with approximately 14 years of experience working with adults and youth. I am compassionate, and curious therapist and in my... More
Who might be a good fit for Anacristina?
Individuals navigating challenges like anxiety, trauma, or grief may find support through the approach used by Anacristina Giaquinto. Her practice emphasizes creating a compassionate, trusting space where clients can explore self-reflection and develop coping skills through methods such as Internal Family Systems and trauma-focused therapy. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
SANDY WEEKS
Do you currently feel you are at full capacity with life and needs assistance with managing current struggles in family, relations... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LPCC
Female
Do you currently feel you are at full capacity with life and needs assistance with managing current struggles in family, relationships, past trauma, or grief? I assist teenag... More
Who might be a good fit for Sandy?
Those managing concerns related to trauma or grief may appreciate the methods Sandy Weeks incorporates into her practice. She integrates evidence-based approaches like EMDR and mindfulness to help clients regulate emotions and reduce stress within a supportive, person-centered environment. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
HOLLY ADAMS
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 24 years experience working with adults who are dealing with anxiety, depr... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 24 years experience working with adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, cancer and other chronic illnesses. ... More
Who might be a good fit for Holly?
Holly Adams may work particularly well with those looking to build skills around coping with anxiety, depression, and the emotional impact of chronic illness. She creates a supportive environment that emphasizes collaboration and strength-building, helping clients identify practical tools to manage difficult emotions and life transitions. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
ELAINE GODOY
Hello! My name is Elaine and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I believe that therapy should feel like a conversation... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hello! My name is Elaine and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I believe that therapy should feel like a conversation with a trusted friend—open, honest, and wi... More
Who might be a good fit for Elaine?
Elaine Godoy offers an approach that may suit individuals focusing on finding compassionate support through life’s transitions and challenges. She integrates straightforward, conversational methods that create a warm space for those coping with anxiety, relationship concerns, or the unique stresses of parenting a child with special needs, including attention to LGBTQ+ experiences and grief. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
UJU OSAGIE
I am a doctoral-prepared nurse practitioner with dual board certification: Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric-Mental Health... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
I am a doctoral-prepared nurse practitioner with dual board certification: Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certificate. I have over ... More
Who might be a good fit for Uju?
Those managing concerns related to anxiety, mood disorders, or trauma may appreciate the methods Uju Osagie incorporates into her practice. Drawing on her extensive experience in psychiatric and behavioral health, she integrates cognitive behavioral therapy and Christian counseling to support individuals through life transitions and complex mental health challenges. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
JARON HAYNES
I am Jaron Haynes, an African American/Native American licensed therapist with 20 years of clinical experience which includes work... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
I am Jaron Haynes, an African American/Native American licensed therapist with 20 years of clinical experience which includes working with families, adolescents, the chronical... More
Who might be a good fit for Jaron?
Jaron Haynes may align well with adults who are working through challenges such as anxiety, substance misuse, or complex family dynamics. His compassionate approach, informed by extensive experience with diverse populations and specialized methods like Solution Focused Brief Therapy and group work, supports clients seeking thoughtful guidance through difficult life situations. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
MICHELE SCYOC
Are you struggling in living your best life? Do you feel ‘off’ and not sure why? Having difficulties in your interpersonal rel... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Are you struggling in living your best life? Do you feel ‘off’ and not sure why? Having difficulties in your interpersonal relationships at home/work? Is the past keeping... More
Who might be a good fit for Michele?
Clients working through feelings of being stuck or difficulties in interpersonal relationships and looking for eclectic therapeutic support might engage well with Michele Scyoc’s approach. She emphasizes identifying personal barriers and developing healthy coping strategies to help enrich everyday life and improve overall functioning. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
KELLIE GONZALEZ
Hi there and great job on taking that first step in considering if therapy is right for you. I invite you to come with me on a jou... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hi there and great job on taking that first step in considering if therapy is right for you. I invite you to come with me on a journey of your own choosing where we will walk ... More
Who might be a good fit for Kellie?
People experiencing trauma or those wanting to strengthen coping skills could benefit from Kellie Gonzalez’s focused therapeutic work. Drawing from her personal experience and use of cognitive behavioral therapy, she creates a supportive space for clients managing challenges such as anxiety, depression, or healing from sexual abuse. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
JACQUELINE RAFTER
If you struggle with anxious attachment, people pleasing, setting boundaries, feeling triggered, anger, anxiety, depression, co-de... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW|LMSW-C
Female
If you struggle with anxious attachment, people pleasing, setting boundaries, feeling triggered, anger, anxiety, depression, co-dependence, parenting issues, and ADD/ ADHD, th... More
Who might be a good fit for Jacqueline?
People experiencing anxiety, attachment difficulties, or challenges with setting boundaries could benefit from Jacqueline Rafter’s focused therapeutic work. She integrates trauma-informed approaches like EMDR and Solution Focused Brief Therapy to support adults working through patterns often linked to early caregiving experiences. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
SARA SAMADI
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in California, Texas, and Virginia. I have over a decade of experience working with ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in California, Texas, and Virginia. I have over a decade of experience working with a diverse population of individuals. I have w... More
Who might be a good fit for Sara?
People seeking clarity around managing emotions or support navigating adolescence and young adulthood may find Sara Samadi’s approach fitting. Her warm, empathic style and solution-focused methods create a supportive space especially for those balancing cultural identities and life transitions. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

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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