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JESUS ACEVES
Welcome! My name is Jesus, I am a multi-state Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 5 years of experience working with adults... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LICSW|LISW|LCSW
Male
Welcome! My name is Jesus, I am a multi-state Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 5 years of experience working with adults. If you are struggling to cope with the chal... More
Who might be a good fit for Jesus?
Clients working through depression and family conflict and looking for interpersonal psychotherapy support might engage well with Jesus Aceves’s approach. He emphasizes a collaborative, personalized process that meets clients where they are, supporting positive movement forward through life’s challenges. 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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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
Bakersfield, CA
Medi-Cal
FRANCIS CALERO
Hello, My name is Francis Calero. I am a marriage and family therapist. Originally from Nicaragua, I am bilingual, I speak Spanish... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hello, My name is Francis Calero. I am a marriage and family therapist. Originally from Nicaragua, I am bilingual, I speak Spanish. I received my Master's from the University... More
Who might be a good fit for Francis?
People experiencing anxiety or navigating family conflict and looking for a therapist with experience in cognitive-behavioral and family systems approaches might consider Francis Calero’s style of care. Her collaborative, humanistic method, combined with a focus on family history and solution-focused strategies, may support teens and young adults working through life transitions and relational challenges. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Medi-Cal
CORAL BOYLEDAY
Hi I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) i have been working with children, families, couple and individuals in the men... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hi I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) i have been working with children, families, couple and individuals in the mental health field for over 10 years i have bee... More
Who might be a good fit for Coral?
People seeking clarity around life transitions or support navigating family conflict may find Coral Boyleday’s approach fitting. She integrates a holistic, mind-body perspective tailored to individual needs, which can be helpful for those managing anxiety, trauma, or challenges with self-esteem. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Medi-Cal
GERALD ANDERSON
Hi, my name is Gerald Anderson. I am a licensed Therapist in California, an LMFT. I have worked as a therapist for a long time. He... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
Hi, my name is Gerald Anderson. I am a licensed Therapist in California, an LMFT. I have worked as a therapist for a long time. Helping people from many diverse back grounds. ... More
Who might be a good fit for Gerald?
Individuals or couples navigating challenges such as addiction, anxiety, or relationship conflicts may find alignment with the strategies and frameworks utilized by Gerald Anderson. His experience working with diverse populations, including those in recovery familiar with the 12-step process, supports a compassionate and structured approach tailored to varied needs. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Medi-Cal
MELISSA BAUTISTA
Hello! I’m Melissa Bautista, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over seven years of experience supporting clients t... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LPCC
Female
Hello! I’m Melissa Bautista, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with over seven years of experience supporting clients through life’s challenges. I provide telehea... More
Who might be a good fit for Melissa?
Clients working through anxiety and looking for telehealth support might engage well with Melissa Bautista’s approach. She creates a safe, supportive space that helps clients build practical skills to manage stress and regulate emotions during life’s transitions. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Medi-Cal
CHRISTINA RAMIREZ
Life can feel overwhelming at times, especially when you’re carrying challenges on your own. You may want support but hesitate o... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Life can feel overwhelming at times, especially when you’re carrying challenges on your own. You may want support but hesitate out of fear of being misunderstood or judged. ... More
Who might be a good fit for Christina?
Clients working through anxiety and trauma and looking for supportive therapy might engage well with Christina Ramirez’s approach. She creates a judgment-free space that encourages exploring past experiences and developing personalized strategies for growth and resilience. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
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AIMEE SEVERE
Hi i am Aimee a licensed Marriage and Family therapist in the San Diego area. I enjoy working with 16 and up and specialize in LGB... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hi i am Aimee a licensed Marriage and Family therapist in the San Diego area. I enjoy working with 16 and up and specialize in LGBTQ+, prenatal and postpartum, women’s issue... More
Who might be a good fit for Aimee?
Aimee Severe may be a match for those interested in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, particularly when facing challenges such as anxiety, grief, or gender-related concerns. She offers supportive care for clients including pregnant and new mothers as well as individuals in the LGBTQ+ community, focusing on helping them find fulfillment and resilience during life transitions. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Medi-Cal
ALICE ANAMOSA
Be the change you want to see in yourself. The world is a garden, and I want to support your personal growth in the harder areas o... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Be the change you want to see in yourself. The world is a garden, and I want to support your personal growth in the harder areas of your life. Therapy is more than just talkin... More
Who might be a good fit for Alice?
Alice Anamosa may be well-suited to individuals who value a compassionate, strength-based approach in managing anxiety, mood disorders, or challenges related to self-esteem. Her work often integrates cognitive behavioral and motivational techniques, creating space for personal growth through connection and reflection. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Medi-Cal
ALEXIUS CARTER
Hello, I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 14 years of experience helping adults navigate life’s challenge... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LICSW|LCSW
Female
Hello, I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 14 years of experience helping adults navigate life’s challenges. I earned my Master’s degree from the Uni... More
Who might be a good fit for Alexius?
Alexius Carter offers an approach that may suit individuals focusing on finding balance and healing amid anxiety, depression, grief, or life transitions. Her compassionate, collaborative style emphasizes clients’ strengths and resilience, incorporating evidence-based methods like CBT and DBT to support meaningful change across diverse adult populations. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
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HEATHER BARBATSIS
Hello, I'm Heather, a seasoned counselor dedicated to providing compassionate support to individuals navigating life's challenges.... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hello, I'm Heather, a seasoned counselor dedicated to providing compassionate support to individuals navigating life's challenges. With over 20 years of experience in Social W... More
Who might be a good fit for Heather?
Heather Barbatsis may be a good match for people navigating anxiety or relationship challenges who prefer a collaborative and client-centered counseling framework. Her approach blends mindfulness and cognitive-behavioral techniques to support individuals and couples in building resilience, improving communication, and fostering personal growth in a compassionate, understanding environment. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Medi-Cal
JESSICA CANADARUDOLPH
Hello! My name is Jessica Canada-Rudolph and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I received my Master's degree f... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hello! My name is Jessica Canada-Rudolph and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I received my Master's degree from Alliant University and have been practici... More
Who might be a good fit for Jessica?
Individuals navigating challenges like anxiety, mood disorders, or difficulties with communication may find support through the approach used by Jessica Canada-Rudolph. She integrates compassionate listening with techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Emotionally Focused Therapy to help clients develop practical coping skills and personal insights. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Medi-Cal
BRYSSA KOPPIE
Congratulations on taking the first step in finding support - it's not easy to ask for help! My name is Bryssa (Bree-sa) and I am ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Congratulations on taking the first step in finding support - it's not easy to ask for help! My name is Bryssa (Bree-sa) and I am here for you. I aim to provide all of my clie... More
Who might be a good fit for Bryssa?
Individuals focused on improving self-worth while managing anxiety or depression may find support in Bryssa Koppie’s work. She integrates a strength-based and supportive approach that emphasizes empathy and authentic connection, helping clients build boundaries and better understand their emotions. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Medi-Cal
TRACYKATE TELEKE
Hi! I have my Doctorate Degree in Psychology and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. As a therapist, I assist clients ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hi! I have my Doctorate Degree in Psychology and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. As a therapist, I assist clients with moving toward emotional healing by findi... More
Who might be a good fit for Tracykate?
Clients seeking structured support for anxiety, life transitions, or improving coping skills might consider working with Tracykate Teleke. She emphasizes a collaborative exploration of personal paths, using methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Brief Therapy to help clients move toward emotional healing and self-discovery. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Medi-Cal
GABE VEAS
I’m Dr. Gabe Veas, a psychotherapist who helps high-achieving adults, couples, and creatives move past shame, fear, and pressure... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
I’m Dr. Gabe Veas, a psychotherapist who helps high-achieving adults, couples, and creatives move past shame, fear, and pressure to keep it all together. Many appear success... More
Who might be a good fit for Gabe?
Individuals or couples navigating feelings of disconnection, anxiety, or challenges with intimacy may find alignment with the strategies and frameworks utilized by Gabe Veas. His approach integrates cognitive, relational, and somatic methods to support clients in reconnecting with themselves and fostering lasting confidence and freedom. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Medi-Cal
ELISABETH SUPAN
Libby Supan is a licensed marriage and family therapist, certified intuitive eating counselor, and someone who brings deep persona... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Libby Supan is a licensed marriage and family therapist, certified intuitive eating counselor, and someone who brings deep personal insight to her work after recovering from a... More
Who might be a good fit for Elisabeth?
Elisabeth Supan may work particularly well with those looking to build skills around managing eating challenges and developing a healthier relationship with food and body image. She integrates her personal recovery experience with evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing to support individuals facing anxiety, depression, or perfectionism alongside their eating concerns. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Medi-Cal
KRISTINE IZEDI
I’m a therapist who finds deep meaning in supporting adults, especially those navigating neurodivergence and trauma, who are wor... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
I’m a therapist who finds deep meaning in supporting adults, especially those navigating neurodivergence and trauma, who are working to reconnect with themselves and restore... More
Who might be a good fit for Kristine?
Individuals navigating challenges like neurodivergence and trauma may find support through the approach used by Kristine Izedi. She integrates evidence-based methods with creative, personalized strategies to help adults uncover and reshape emotional patterns, fostering greater self-understanding and relational balance. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Medi-Cal
ANGEL NWOCHIE
Hello there, Are you dealing with Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, OCD and other mental disorders that is troubling and snatching your h... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
Hello there, Are you dealing with Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, OCD and other mental disorders that is troubling and snatching your happiness away? Let's have a chat to see how y... More
Who might be a good fit for Angel?
Clients seeking structured support for managing depression, anxiety, or mood disorders might consider working with Angel Nwochie. Her approach combines medication management with psychoeducation and cognitive behavioral therapy to empower individuals in understanding their mental health and developing personalized strategies for lasting wellness. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Medi-Cal
RITA ONWENNA
Rita Onwenna, DNP is an experienced and board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. Rita completed her doctorate... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
PMHNP
Female
Rita Onwenna, DNP is an experienced and board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. Rita completed her doctorate degree in nursing practice at Walden Univers... More
Who might be a good fit for Rita?
Rita Onwenna may be a good match for people navigating anxiety or mood disorders who prefer a holistic, medically informed framework. Her diverse background across medical and mental health settings supports a comprehensive approach tailored to teens, young adults, and middle-aged clients seeking balanced psychiatric care. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Medi-Cal
SHENELLE JACKSON
As a licensed clinical social worker, my position is to help you work through the challenges that are affecting your ability to li... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LICSW|LCSW|LCSW-C
Female
As a licensed clinical social worker, my position is to help you work through the challenges that are affecting your ability to live a healthy lifestyle mentally, emotionally,... More
Who might be a good fit for Shenelle?
Shenelle Jackson may work particularly well with those looking to build skills around coping and managing anxiety. She integrates an understanding of social and systemic influences into her practice, supporting individuals as they develop practical strategies to enhance their mental and emotional well-being. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Medi-Cal

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

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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