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Birches Health
Birches Health specializes in evidence-based treatment for gambling and other behavioral addictions. Our world-class care progr... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Birches Health specializes in evidence-based treatment for gambling and other behavioral addictions. Our world-class care program combines individual, family and couples te... More
Who might be a good fit for Birches Health?
People experiencing gambling or behavioral addictions, or those wanting to strengthen their recovery skills, could benefit from Birches Health’s focused therapeutic work. Their evidence-based, holistic telehealth program combines individual and group support tailored to these specific challenges, making care accessible from home with specialized clinicians trained in problem gambling and related issues. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
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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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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
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Bakersfield, CA
Tanya Hill
Hello, I'm Tanya. With over 20 years of experience in community mental health, I bring a wealth of knowledge and compassion to my ... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hello, I'm Tanya. With over 20 years of experience in community mental health, I bring a wealth of knowledge and compassion to my practice. My therapy style is centered on war... More
Who might be a good fit for Tanya?
People experiencing anxiety and looking for a therapist with experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) might consider Tanya Hill’s style of care. She works with diverse adults, including young adults and older adults, supporting them in building coping skills and emotional resilience through practical, evidence-based strategies. View Profile
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Bakersfield, CA
Angie  Chen
Dr. Chen is a board-certified physician in Internal and Addiction Medicine with over 10 years of post-residency experience. A Clin... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Dr. Chen is a board-certified physician in Internal and Addiction Medicine with over 10 years of post-residency experience. A Clinical Professor at Stanford School of Medicine... More
Who might be a good fit for Angie ?
Clients working through addiction-related challenges and looking for motivational interviewing support might engage well with Angie Chen’s approach. Her experience integrating addiction treatment within primary care settings offers a practical, compassionate framework that can help individuals seeking holistic and medically informed care. View Profile
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Bakersfield, CA
DeAdra Jordan
"DeAdra has been great to talk to and I really appreciate her taking the time to listen to me and help me find the right medicatio... More
Nurse Practitioner
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Female
"DeAdra has been great to talk to and I really appreciate her taking the time to listen to me and help me find the right medication!" -Kristen H. from TXDeAdra Jordan... More
Who might be a good fit for Deadra?
People seeking clarity around managing mental health symptoms or support navigating adulthood transitions may find DeAdra Jordan’s approach fitting. She emphasizes collaborative care and uses evidence-based techniques like Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to tailor treatment plans that align with each individual’s goals and values. View Profile
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Bakersfield, CA
RONALD GELLIS
I am a Christian Clinical, Forensic and Sports Neuropsychologist. Like many folks who get into the mental health field, I had cer... More
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LP
Male
I am a Christian Clinical, Forensic and Sports Neuropsychologist. Like many folks who get into the mental health field, I had certain mental health challenges. My family of ... More
Who might be a good fit for Ronald?
Individuals focused on improving recovery and managing trauma may find support in Ronald Gellis’s work. His integration of faith-based therapy with mindfulness and family systems approaches reflects a deep understanding of addiction and trauma, especially for those connected to veteran or first responder communities. View Profile
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Bakersfield, CA
Allyson  Pelletier
Allyson, LMFT, is a clinical supervisor in Orange County, CA, with over eight years of experience specializing in trauma, addictio... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Allyson, LMFT, is a clinical supervisor in Orange County, CA, with over eight years of experience specializing in trauma, addiction, dual diagnosis, and mood disorders. With a... More
Who might be a good fit for Allyson ?
Allyson Pelletier may be well-suited to individuals who value a trauma-informed and integrative therapeutic approach in managing addiction and mood-related challenges. Her practice blends psychodynamic insights with evidence-based methods like EMDR, CBT, and DBT to support clients in building resilience and fostering self-discovery. View Profile
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Bakersfield, CA
BONAVY SOMKEO
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in California. I offer therapy sessions online via video on weeknights and Saturday.... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in California. I offer therapy sessions online via video on weeknights and Saturday. I received my Master from the National Univ... More
Who might be a good fit for Bonavy?
Bonavy Somkeo may align well with adults who are working through issues such as anxiety or depression. She incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients develop effective coping strategies and improve mood regulation. View Profile
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Bakersfield, CA
MIRNA GONZALES
Hello! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in California. I received my master's in 2014 and have been practicing f... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hello! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in California. I received my master's in 2014 and have been practicing for 11 years. I help adults manage their stre... More
Who might be a good fit for Mirna?
Individuals or couples navigating stress, anxiety, or trauma may find alignment with the strategies and frameworks utilized by Mirna Gonzales, where applicable. Her use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy supports clients in developing practical coping skills across a wide age range, including young adults and middle-aged individuals. View Profile
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Bakersfield, CA
TIFFANY VIGIL
I’m Tiffany Vigil, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I help people navigate their work-life balance and provide tools to... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
I’m Tiffany Vigil, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I help people navigate their work-life balance and provide tools to practice better self-care and learn how to m... More
Who might be a good fit for Tiffany?
Individuals or couples navigating challenges with anxiety, ADHD, or life transitions may find alignment with the strategies and frameworks utilized by Tiffany Vigil, where applicable. Her strength-based approach combined with EMDR techniques supports clients in managing emotions and fostering better self-care while working toward personal balance and growth. View Profile
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Bakersfield, CA
NANCY STRONG
Hi! I'm Nancy Strong, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I received my masters degree from the University of... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hi! I'm Nancy Strong, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I received my masters degree from the University of Oklahoma and have been practicing for approx... More
Who might be a good fit for Nancy?
Clients in need of guidance around emotional regulation and relationship boundaries could benefit from Nancy Strong’s approach. She creates a supportive space where children, teens, and young adults working through anxiety, ADHD, or trauma can develop practical skills through therapies like ACT and trauma-focused CBT. View Profile
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Bakersfield, CA
COLLEEN GRANT
Hello! My name is Mica and I am a therapist specializing in body-based trauma healing. Trauma and grief will touch all of us at so... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LPCC
Female
Hello! My name is Mica and I am a therapist specializing in body-based trauma healing. Trauma and grief will touch all of us at some point in our lives. However, each person i... More
Who might be a good fit for Colleen?
People experiencing trauma and grief and looking for a therapist with experience in somatic and attachment-based approaches might consider Colleen Grant’s style of care. Her work integrates body-based healing techniques that can support older adults coping with overwhelming life transitions and emotional challenges. View Profile
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Bakersfield, CA
AMARACHI IGWE
I know it took a lot of courage to get to this point. I am here to listen and help you. Are you struggling with episodes of mood s... More
Nurse Practitioner
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PMHNP
Female
I know it took a lot of courage to get to this point. I am here to listen and help you. Are you struggling with episodes of mood swings ? Do you feel you get anxious easily f... More
Who might be a good fit for Amarachi?
Amarachi Igwe may work particularly well with those looking to build skills around managing anxiety, mood swings, or repetitive fears. Her approach combines evidence-based therapies with a focus on holistic well-being, offering a calm and supportive space that integrates both mental health care and comprehensive evaluations to address root causes. View Profile
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Bakersfield, CA
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
Who might be a good fit for Alicia?
Alicia Santiago may be well-suited to individuals who value mindfulness-based and trauma-informed therapy in managing anxiety, grief, or life transitions. Her approach integrates compassionate, strengths-based care with techniques like EMDR and Internal Family Systems, offering a thoughtful space for healing that honors each person’s unique cultural and spiritual experience. View Profile
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Bakersfield, CA
JASMARINA WALSHIRE
Hi! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), licensed in California. I received my Masters from California State Unive... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hi! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), licensed in California. I received my Masters from California State University Los Angeles and have been practicing fo... More
Who might be a good fit for Jasmarina?
Clients facing concerns such as anxiety, depression, or life transitions may connect with the techniques and structure offered by Jasmarina Walshire. Her mindfulness-based and mind-body approach is designed to support adult women in reconnecting with their inner strength and fostering healing through exploration of their emotional and spiritual well-being. View Profile
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Bakersfield, CA
RAUL GUTIERREZ
I have been a practicing therapist for over 5 years now. I have worked with a diverse group of populations dealing with depression... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Non-binary
I have been a practicing therapist for over 5 years now. I have worked with a diverse group of populations dealing with depression/anxiety all the way to psychosis diagnoses. ... More
Who might be a good fit for Raul?
Raul Gutierrez may be a strong resource for individuals looking to develop strategies for managing anxiety, depression, or trauma. They create a compassionate and nonjudgmental space, using Trauma Focused CBT and Motivational Interviewing to support clients at their own pace throughout life’s transitions and challenges. View Profile
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Bakersfield, CA
GRETCHEN ESCOBAR
I was born in Managua, Nicaragua but moved to the United States at a young age. I can say that I’ve learned to appreciate, value... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMHC|LPCC
Female
I was born in Managua, Nicaragua but moved to the United States at a young age. I can say that I’ve learned to appreciate, value, and grow from every experience given in lif... More
Who might be a good fit for Gretchen?
Gretchen Escobar may be well-suited to individuals who value a culturally sensitive and trauma-informed approach in managing anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges. Her work often integrates exploration of social and cultural influences, creating a space to build coping skills and resilience across diverse life experiences. View Profile
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Bakersfield, CA
Tevin Davis
Tevin is a licensed therapist specializing in trauma-informed care. He utilizes an integrative approach to assist clients with ach... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Male
Tevin is a licensed therapist specializing in trauma-informed care. He utilizes an integrative approach to assist clients with achieving their goals and maximum mental wellnes... More
Who might be a good fit for Tevin?
Clients in need of guidance around healing from trauma or managing anxiety could benefit from Tevin Davis’s approach. He integrates trauma-informed care with therapies like EMDR and ACT, creating a collaborative space for clients—especially youth and young adults—to work toward lasting mental wellness. View Profile
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Bakersfield, CA
CHANTAL GUILLEN
Hi! I'm Chantal Guillen, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I received my Masters degree from the... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hi! I'm Chantal Guillen, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I received my Masters degree from the University of Fresno and have been practicin... More
Who might be a good fit for Chantal?
Clients facing concerns such as anxiety, depression, or family conflict may connect with the techniques and structure offered by Chantal Guillen. Her use of cognitive behavioral therapy within a supportive, judgment-free virtual setting aims to help individuals build coping skills and navigate life transitions with greater resilience. View Profile
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Bakersfield, CA
CHRISTINE SARKISSIAN
Welcome, to Space for Grace Therapy, where we celebrate the journey of growth and evolution. We are committed to the values of tra... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Welcome, to Space for Grace Therapy, where we celebrate the journey of growth and evolution. We are committed to the values of transparency, compassion, empathy and vulnerabil... More
Who might be a good fit for Christine?
Those managing concerns related to anxiety, trauma, or life transitions may appreciate the methods Christine Sarkissian incorporates into her practice. Her approach gently integrates spirituality and compassionate self-reflection, creating a supportive space for healing and personal growth. View Profile
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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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