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Alfreda Shields
Alfreda is dedicated to providing the evidence-based care that patients deserve, and she desires to establish long-lasting relatio... More
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Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Alfreda is dedicated to providing the evidence-based care that patients deserve, and she desires to establish long-lasting relationships with clients. She is a dual-certified ... More
Bakersfield, CA
Strength-Based
Chad Nesmith
Chad is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT). Chad utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Ther... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Male
Chad is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT). Chad utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as a primary mode of therapy. He is... More
Bakersfield, CA
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PRAISE TINUNGKI
I’m a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner passionate about helping individuals find balance, clarity, and confidence in... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Male
I’m a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner passionate about helping individuals find balance, clarity, and confidence in their daily lives. I work with adults naviga... More
Bakersfield, CA
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KENNETH SALDUA
Hello, I am Kenneth. I am a board-certified PMHNP, a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. I specialize in ADHD, depressi... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Male
Hello, I am Kenneth. I am a board-certified PMHNP, a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. I specialize in ADHD, depression, anxiety, trauma, and psychosis. I have ex... More
Bakersfield, CA
Strength-Based
MADELINE IRVING
Hi, I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in California. I have been in the field for 9 years and have worked wit... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LPCC
Female
Hi, I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in California. I have been in the field for 9 years and have worked with various age groups and settings from county... More
Bakersfield, CA
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Elizabeth White
Elizabeth White is a seasoned Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience and a Master of Social Work from the Univers... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Elizabeth White is a seasoned Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience and a Master of Social Work from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Speciali... More
Bakersfield, CA
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Courtney Bolick
Courtney Bolick is dual certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with 20 years of clinical expe... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Courtney Bolick is dual certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with 20 years of clinical experience, with a focus on Depression, Anxiety, ... More
Who might be a good fit for Courtney?
Clients seeking structured support for managing depression, anxiety, or OCD might consider working with Courtney Bolick. Her patient-centered approach emphasizes trust and open communication, creating personalized care plans that respect each individual’s goals and values. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
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Ariana Taylor
Ariana Taylor is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a compassionate, multicultural, and trauma-informed approach to car... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Ariana Taylor is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a compassionate, multicultural, and trauma-informed approach to care. With over five years of experience support... More
Bakersfield, CA
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Christy Kneeland
Mrs. Kneeland has worked in various capacities in mental health care since 2007. She enjoys teaming up with clients to help them d... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Mrs. Kneeland has worked in various capacities in mental health care since 2007. She enjoys teaming up with clients to help them define their issues of concern and identify wh... More
Who might be a good fit for Christy?
Christy Webster may be well-suited to individuals who value collaborative, goal-focused support in managing challenges like mood disorders, anxiety, or life transitions. She works closely with clients across diverse backgrounds, including adolescents, adults, and members of the LGBTQ community, tailoring her approach to meet each person’s unique strengths and needs. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
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Christina Gentry
Christina Gentry, LMFT is a licensed marriage and family therapist who supports adults navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, relatio... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Christina Gentry, LMFT is a licensed marriage and family therapist who supports adults navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship challenges, and women’s mental health... More
Bakersfield, CA
Strength-Based
Carolyn Anderson
Carolyn Kennedy-Anderson, MA, LPC, CPC-S, is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience supporting individ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Carolyn Kennedy-Anderson, MA, LPC, CPC-S, is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, families, and youth through li... More
Who might be a good fit for Carolyn?
People experiencing grief or relationship challenges, or those wanting to strengthen coping skills during life transitions, could benefit from Carolyn Anderson’s focused therapeutic work. Her warm, client-centered approach combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to support meaningful, step-by-step progress in a collaborative setting. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
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Brandi Bell
Brandi Bell is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who brings warmth, compassion, and a wellness-oriented perspective to her ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Brandi Bell is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who brings warmth, compassion, and a wellness-oriented perspective to her work with children, teens, college students, ... More
Who might be a good fit for Brandi?
Individuals or couples navigating anxiety, depression, or life transitions may find alignment with the strategies and frameworks utilized by Brandi Bell, where applicable. Her integrative, person-centered approach combines mindfulness and evidence-based therapies to support clients in reconnecting with their strengths and fostering resilience. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
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JILL CORDOVA HOLT
PLEASE NOTE: I am a Gerontological Counselor. I believe in empowering older adults by fostering independence, resilience and sens... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
PLEASE NOTE: I am a Gerontological Counselor. I believe in empowering older adults by fostering independence, resilience and sense of identity. Aging is a journey that should... More
Bakersfield, CA
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MARY ALLS
Mary Amanda Alls, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with a passion for supporting clients on their journey toward emotion... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Mary Amanda Alls, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with a passion for supporting clients on their journey toward emotional well-being and personal growth. She integr... More
Bakersfield, CA
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KATIE ABAJIAN
Welcome! I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). I received my masters from UC Berkeley and have been practicing for a few ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Welcome! I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). I received my masters from UC Berkeley and have been practicing for a few years now. I work with individuals going thr... More
Bakersfield, CA
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Eileen Flores
""Eileen Flores, LCSW, is a dedicated licensed clinical social worker specializing in trauma-informed care. Eileen has a deep comm... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
""Eileen Flores, LCSW, is a dedicated licensed clinical social worker specializing in trauma-informed care. Eileen has a deep commitment to helping individuals navigate the co... More
Bakersfield, CA
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Deidra Howard
Deidra is a certified a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, as well as a Family Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Deidra is a certified a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, as well as a Family Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of nursing experience in-patient and emergency ... More
Bakersfield, CA
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Marina Ceja
Marina is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a decade of experience in the field. Known for her empathetic and compassi... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Marina is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a decade of experience in the field. Known for her empathetic and compassionate approach, she specializes in crisis int... More
Who might be a good fit for Marina?
Clients working through crisis situations and looking for trauma-informed therapy support might engage well with Marina Ceja’s approach. She emphasizes creating a compassionate and safe environment, integrating modalities like CBT and DBT to help clients build resilience and navigate intense emotional challenges. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
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SUSANA NAVARRO RAMOS
Do you feel unseen or unheard? Do you struggle with feeling like you don’t quite belong—or maybe feel disconnected from yourse... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Do you feel unseen or unheard? Do you struggle with feeling like you don’t quite belong—or maybe feel disconnected from yourself entirely? Many of my clients come to thera... More
Bakersfield, CA
Strength-Based
BRENDA MIRANDA
Hi! I'm a Latina Clinical Social Worker based in California who is passionate about self-empowerment, personal transformation, and... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hi! I'm a Latina Clinical Social Worker based in California who is passionate about self-empowerment, personal transformation, and the art of psychotherapy. I earned my MSW de... 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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