Bakersfield, CA Therapist

Join 30 million people who have trusted Psych Hub for mental health guidance.
Find quality treatment options tailored to your needs and insurance coverage.

View or Filter Results
Therapist
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
Psych Hub Learner
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW|LISW|LICSW
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
Therapist
Lauresha  Hawkins
Lauresha, LCSW, is a seasoned mental health professional with 14 years of experience across child welfare, behavioral health, and... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Lauresha, LCSW, is a seasoned mental health professional with 14 years of experience across child welfare, behavioral health, and healthcare settings. She integrates evidence... More
Who might be a good fit for Lauresha ?
Those coping with addiction or pursuing personal growth in managing complex behavioral health challenges may find Lauresha Hawkins’s approach to be well-aligned. She integrates evidence-based therapies like CBT, DBT, and ACT within a client-centered framework that considers social determinants of health and supports lasting wellness. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Therapist
Craig Bowman
With approximately 30 years of experience working with a diverse population across various roles in the helping profession, I brin... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Male
With approximately 30 years of experience working with a diverse population across various roles in the helping profession, I bring a depth of compassion and empathy gained fr... More
Who might be a good fit for Craig?
Craig Bowman may be a good match for people navigating challenges with addiction, anxiety, or life transitions who prefer a humanistic and mindfulness-based framework. His approach emphasizes creating a compassionate, safe space that fosters self-awareness and growth, integrating both Western clinical insight and East-West psychological perspectives. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Therapist
Jennifer CaldwellHernandez
Jennifer Hernandez, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been providing psychotherapy, assessment and evaluation, a... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Jennifer Hernandez, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been providing psychotherapy, assessment and evaluation, and coaching to adult clients with depression ... More
Who might be a good fit for Jennifer?
Jennifer Caldwellhernandez may be a match for those interested in mindfulness and somatic approaches, particularly when facing challenges like anxiety or depression. Her work emphasizes building a healthy mind-body connection through therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Interpersonal Psychotherapy to support individuals in fostering lasting mental wellness. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Therapist
DENISE SANCHEZ
You might be in a very dark sad and lonely place, or you may be feeling intense anxiety and sometimes even panic or perhaps you ar... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
You might be in a very dark sad and lonely place, or you may be feeling intense anxiety and sometimes even panic or perhaps you are dealing with a lot of pain and uncertainty ... More
Who might be a good fit for Denise?
Denise Sanchez may work particularly well with those looking to build skills around managing anxiety, depression, or grief. Her eclectic approach combines mindfulness, trauma-informed care, and solution-focused techniques to create a supportive space where clients can explore their emotions and move toward healing at their own pace. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Therapist
Sara Hartley
Hello, I'm Sara. Are your family relationships too stressful and you just don't know what to do? Imagine working through your pers... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hello, I'm Sara. Are your family relationships too stressful and you just don't know what to do? Imagine working through your personal history of how you got to this point. St... More
Who might be a good fit for Sara?
People experiencing mood disorders or psychosis and looking for a therapist with experience in accurate diagnosis and trauma-informed care might consider Sara Hartley’s style of support. Her approach combines empathy with evidence-based methods like CBT and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, creating a collaborative space to address complex symptoms and family-related stress. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Therapist
Tonameyotzin Gonzalez Karlsson
Tonameyotzin Gonzalez Karlsson, LCSW is a licensed clinical social worker with experience supporting clients through challenges su... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Tonameyotzin Gonzalez Karlsson, LCSW is a licensed clinical social worker with experience supporting clients through challenges such as addiction, trauma, mood disorders, and ... More
Who might be a good fit for Tonameyotzin?
Tonameyotzin Gonzalez Karlsson may work particularly well with those looking to build skills around emotional regulation and distress management. She integrates approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to help clients reframe thoughts and clarify goals, creating a supportive space especially suited for individuals facing addiction, trauma, or major life changes. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Therapist
LINDA NELSON
I’m a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who has practiced for over 9 years. I received my MA in Clinical Psychology from Anti... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
I’m a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who has practiced for over 9 years. I received my MA in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University Los Angeles. During my trainin... More
Who might be a good fit for Linda?
Linda Nelson offers an approach that may suit individuals focusing on gaining greater self-understanding while managing challenges like depression, addiction, or LGBTQ+ related concerns. Her work integrates mindfulness and cognitive-behavioral techniques within a humanistic framework, supporting clients across diverse life stages including older adulthood. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Therapist
MIA BERMAN
Hi & Welcome. I am a proud Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in the social service and mental hea... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hi & Welcome. I am a proud Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in the social service and mental health field. I specialize in working with trans... More
Who might be a good fit for Mia?
Mia Berman may work particularly well with those looking to build skills around coping and emotional regulation. Her supportive and empathetic approach, combined with experience serving transition-aged youth and individuals impacted by incarceration, offers a collaborative space to heal and move toward personal goals. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Therapist
GINA CAVALLINI
Hi! I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have a Master's in Mental Health Counseling from Gallaudet University. I a... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hi! I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have a Master's in Mental Health Counseling from Gallaudet University. I am fluent in American Sign Language. I would ... More
Who might be a good fit for Gina?
Gina Cavallini may be well-suited to individuals who value cognitive behavioral therapy in managing anxiety, depression, and related mood challenges. Her warm, compassionate approach, combined with fluency in American Sign Language, supports clients seeking a respectful and culturally attuned space to develop coping skills and navigate life transitions. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Therapist
BRANDY SMITH
I am Brandy, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW/LCSW) offering compassionate and specialized psychotherapy servi... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LICSW|LCSW
Female
I am Brandy, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW/LCSW) offering compassionate and specialized psychotherapy services to adults in California, Massachusetts, a... More
Who might be a good fit for Brandy?
Clients working through trauma and looking for trauma-informed therapy support might engage well with Brandy Smith’s approach. Her background as a military veteran and EMDR-trained therapist informs a compassionate, integrative method that addresses the mind, body, and spirit for those facing anxiety, grief, or significant life transitions. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Therapist
MICHELLE OROZCO
You don’t have to have it all figured out, let’s figure it out together. I’m a Latina therapist who supports adults navigati... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
You don’t have to have it all figured out, let’s figure it out together. I’m a Latina therapist who supports adults navigating anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, ... More
Who might be a good fit for Michelle?
Michelle Orozco may be a strong resource for individuals looking to develop strategies for managing anxiety, stress, and relationship challenges. Her warm, collaborative style and use of approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Interpersonal Psychotherapy support clients in building coping skills and gaining greater confidence through a safe, culturally attuned space. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Therapist
KIMBERLY JONES
We are more than conquerors! You already have the capability to make changes that help accomplish your goals, experience healing, ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
We are more than conquerors! You already have the capability to make changes that help accomplish your goals, experience healing, and combat the most difficult symptoms. Howev... More
Who might be a good fit for Kimberly?
Kimberly Jones may align well with adults who are working through relationship challenges such as trust issues, communication difficulties, or the impact of infidelity. She creates a collaborative and empathetic space where individuals and couples can explore their experiences and develop skills for intimacy repair, conflict resolution, and co-parenting support. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Therapist
TRACY MALLETT
Kudos on taking this first step toward change! I am a licensed psychologist, licensed marriage and family therapist, and an intern... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LP
Female
Kudos on taking this first step toward change! I am a licensed psychologist, licensed marriage and family therapist, and an international parenting, divorce, and coparenting c... More
Who might be a good fit for Tracy?
Individuals navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, or family conflict may find support through the approach used by Tracy Mallett. She integrates evidence-based methods such as the Gottman Method and cognitive behavioral therapy to help individuals, couples, and families build healthier communication and coping skills. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Therapist
FELICIA KELLEY
Hello, I'm Felicia, It's nice to meet you! Do you feel that your life needs more balance? Do you question your self-worth and ide... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hello, I'm Felicia, It's nice to meet you! Do you feel that your life needs more balance? Do you question your self-worth and identity? Are you burnt out? Are you realizing t... More
Who might be a good fit for Felicia?
Clients working through anxiety and depression and looking for positive psychology support might engage well with Felicia Kelley’s approach. She creates a compassionate, client-centered space that encourages young people and women to build self-esteem and develop healthy coping skills for life’s challenges. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Therapist
LUIS MARTINEZ
Hello and Welcome! Are there moments in your life where you wished things could go better? Have you noticed changes in being abl... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Male
Hello and Welcome! Are there moments in your life where you wished things could go better? Have you noticed changes in being able to connect with yourself (mind/body) or bei... More
Who might be a good fit for Luis?
Clients facing concerns such as anxiety, grief, or family conflict may connect with the techniques and structure offered by Luis Martinez. He emphasizes a whole-person, strength-based approach that incorporates cultural humility and a solutions-focused mindset, creating a safe and conversational space to support healing and personal growth. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Therapist
KAILA GRAY
Hi there! My name is Kaila Gray and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in California. I am excited that you have s... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LPCC
Female
Hi there! My name is Kaila Gray and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in California. I am excited that you have stopped by my profile & are looking into thera... More
Who might be a good fit for Kaila?
Clients facing concerns such as anxiety, anger management, or challenges related to school and peer relationships may connect with the techniques and structure offered by Kaila Gray. Her flexible, strength-based approach is designed to create a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where children and adolescents can build coping skills tailored to their unique needs. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Therapist
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
Who might be a good fit for Susana?
Clients working through feelings of disconnection and looking for person-centered therapy support might engage well with Susana Navarro Ramos’s approach. Her warm, empathetic style and trauma-informed care create a space where individuals balancing cultural expectations and personal challenges can develop resilience and practical coping skills. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Therapist
ELYSE TIERNEY
Do you feel held back by experiences you can't seem to move on from? Do you know your goals, but struggle to find the path to get ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Do you feel held back by experiences you can't seem to move on from? Do you know your goals, but struggle to find the path to get there? Are you looking for a space to better ... More
Who might be a good fit for Elyse?
People experiencing trauma or substance use challenges and looking for a therapist with experience in holistic, culturally aware care might consider Elyse Tierney’s style of support. She emphasizes understanding how past experiences shape present growth, creating a space that honors the full context of each person’s life journey. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Therapist
PATRICIA SOTO
Welcome! I'm Patricia Soto, a compassionate Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist committed to guiding individuals towards mental w... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Welcome! I'm Patricia Soto, a compassionate Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist committed to guiding individuals towards mental well-being and empowerment though all seasons ... More
Who might be a good fit for Patricia?
Clients seeking structured support for anxiety, depression, or life transitions might consider working with Patricia Soto. Her approach, which includes Dialectical Behavior Therapy and EMDR, is complemented by a warm, person-centered style that honors cultural diversity and individual strengths. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Therapist

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
   

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.

Take the Next Step

Start your journey towards mental health treatment in Bakersfield, California. Find a licensed therapist in Bakersfield, California that can provide the support you need.