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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
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
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
Therapist
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
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
Shala  Battle
Shala is a Board certified family nurse practitioner with over 10 years total experience in the medical field. She has experience... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW|LCSW|LCSW|LCSW|LCSW|LCSW
Female
Shala is a Board certified family nurse practitioner with over 10 years total experience in the medical field. She has experience working with all patient populations, with a... More
Who might be a good fit for Shala ?
Shala Battle may support individuals who want to explore addiction and recovery through a CBT- and DBT-informed lens. Her approach is informed by extensive experience across diverse patient populations, with a focus on addressing sex, gambling, and substance use challenges. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
Kathryn Greene
Kathryn Greene, LCSW, is a compassionate and experienced therapist who specializes in anxiety, OCD, trauma, and life transitions. ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Kathryn Greene, LCSW, is a compassionate and experienced therapist who specializes in anxiety, OCD, trauma, and life transitions. With over a decade in the field, she supports... More
Who might be a good fit for Kathryn?
People experiencing anxiety and looking for a therapist with experience in evidence-based approaches might consider Kathryn Greene’s style of care. Her collaborative and authentic approach integrates methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Exposure and Response Prevention to help clients build confidence and find practical ways to manage intrusive thoughts and emotional overwhelm. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
MIGUEL BALDERAS
Hi! I'm a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), licensed in California, Arizona, and New Mexico. I have a Master of Arts in... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
Hi! I'm a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), licensed in California, Arizona, and New Mexico. I have a Master of Arts in psychology and have been practicing for 14 y... More
Who might be a good fit for Miguel?
Miguel Balderas may be well-suited to individuals who value cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused support in managing anxiety, depression, or grief. His approach centers on helping adults across a wide age range reduce symptoms and work toward mental wellness through practical, goal-oriented strategies. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
Monica  Czypull
Monica is a Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of experience, dual-certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Men... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Monica is a Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of experience, dual-certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She specialize... More
Who might be a good fit for Monica ?
People seeking clarity around addiction recovery or support navigating co-occurring mental health challenges may find Monica Czypull’s approach fitting. Her holistic, patient-centered care integrates medication-assisted treatment with motivational interviewing to support empowerment and healing across various stages of recovery. View Profile
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Bakersfield, CA
NATELY ROSE
My name is Nate (he/him) and I'm a transgender Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California. I provide individual therapy ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Transgender
My name is Nate (he/him) and I'm a transgender Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California. I provide individual therapy to adults and older adults navigating a range... More
Who might be a good fit for Nately?
Nately Rose may support individuals who want to explore identity and healing through a gender-affirming therapy-informed lens. Their approach emphasizes creating a warm, non-judgmental space that honors clients’ autonomy while integrating evidence-based tools to address challenges like anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
KATHLEEN MCCARRICK
Hello, I am Kathleen. Do you feel overwhelmed, burnt out or pulled in a million different directions? Are you struggling with you... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hello, I am Kathleen. Do you feel overwhelmed, burnt out or pulled in a million different directions? Are you struggling with your relationships, work or health? Is it diffic... More
Who might be a good fit for Kathleen?
Individuals focused on improving balance and self-compassion while managing feelings of overwhelm or isolation may find support in Kathleen Mccarrick’s work. She integrates a holistic approach that addresses body, mind, and spirit, helping clients build practical coping skills within a safe and compassionate space. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
BENJAMIN COBOS
I believe that life is a beautiful thing, but at times, hurdles and trials can obscure us from seeing that vision. Do mornings gre... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
I believe that life is a beautiful thing, but at times, hurdles and trials can obscure us from seeing that vision. Do mornings greet you with anxiety or sadness? Have you noti... More
Who might be a good fit for Benjamin?
Benjamin Cobos offers an approach that may suit individuals focusing on overcoming anxiety or depression while rebuilding motivation. He emphasizes meeting clients where they are and uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help unravel patterns that limit well-being, creating space for renewed appreciation of life’s positive aspects. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
AMY GUY
Welcome! I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 12 years of experience supporting individuals through life’s e... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Welcome! I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 12 years of experience supporting individuals through life’s emotional and relational challenges. I often w... More
Who might be a good fit for Amy?
Amy Guy may be well-suited to individuals who value a humanistic and social justice-oriented approach in managing anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. She integrates mindfulness and cognitive behavioral therapy while creating a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore emotions and life transitions with openness and empathy. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
ZACHARY ALVARADO
I’m a Latino therapist who specializes in working with trauma, identity, and the emotional weight that comes from growing up in ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Male
I’m a Latino therapist who specializes in working with trauma, identity, and the emotional weight that comes from growing up in high-stress environments. I help people make ... More
Who might be a good fit for Zachary?
Zachary Alvarado may be well-suited to individuals who value direct, grounded therapy in managing the emotional impact of trauma and cultural identity challenges. His approach blends clinical insight with real-world experience, aiming to help clients—especially first-generation men and those facing complex family or community stresses—gain clarity and reduce emotional reactivity. 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
GIGIJOY AUGUSTE
Do you feel stuck? Are you having trouble managing day-to-day worries and fears? Do you struggle with people pleasing? Saying yes ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Do you feel stuck? Are you having trouble managing day-to-day worries and fears? Do you struggle with people pleasing? Saying yes when you want to say no? Often this creates a... More
Who might be a good fit for Gigijoy?
Clients working through anxiety, people-pleasing tendencies, and related emotional challenges and looking for trauma-informed therapy support might engage well with Gigijoy Auguste’s approach. She integrates methods like CBT, DBT, and EMDR with attention to spirituality and cultural understanding, offering tools to build confidence and shift longstanding patterns. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
Roxie Hogan
Roxie Hogan is a Doctoral prepared - Board certified, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has provided evidence-base... More
Nurse Practitioner
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
Female
Roxie Hogan is a Doctoral prepared - Board certified, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has provided evidence-based knowledge and practice for adult clients wi... More
Who might be a good fit for Roxie?
People seeking clarity around managing depression or anxiety or support navigating adulthood transitions may find Roxie Hogan’s approach fitting. Her use of evidence-based therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness techniques is tailored to help adults of various ages work toward individualized mental health goals. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
CLARK EDMOND
I worked at Oak Grove Center for Education Treatment and the Arts, a level 12 treatment facility, for children and adolescents in ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Male
I worked at Oak Grove Center for Education Treatment and the Arts, a level 12 treatment facility, for children and adolescents in Murrieta, California for 10 years before ente... More
Who might be a good fit for Clark?
Clark Edmond may be a strong resource for individuals looking to develop strategies for managing anxiety, mood challenges, or family conflict. His experience working with children, adolescents, and families, combined with approaches like child-parent psychotherapy and dialectical behavior therapy, supports clients navigating life transitions and strengthening coping skills. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
DANIELLE LOGUIDICE
Hello! I’m Danielle. I am from Massachusetts where I completed my undergraduate (Criminal Justice & Psychology) and graduate (so... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hello! I’m Danielle. I am from Massachusetts where I completed my undergraduate (Criminal Justice & Psychology) and graduate (social work) studies. During undergrad, I volun... More
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
MARYAM KAZI
You might be moving through life feeling weighed down by grief, shaken by trauma, or working hard to stay sober while the world ke... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
You might be moving through life feeling weighed down by grief, shaken by trauma, or working hard to stay sober while the world keeps spinning around you. Maybe certain memori... More
Who might be a good fit for Maryam?
Clients seeking structured support for anxiety, depression, or coping with trauma might consider working with Maryam Kazi. She integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused techniques to collaboratively develop meaningful goals alongside her clients. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
CODY ELDER
Hello! I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist that has been practicing mental health in a variety of roles for over 7 years... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
Hello! I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist that has been practicing mental health in a variety of roles for over 7 years! I love working with those who have difficul... More
Who might be a good fit for Cody?
People experiencing feelings of overwhelm and looking for a therapist with experience in faith-based and existential approaches might consider Cody Elder’s style of care. He integrates evidence-based methods like CBT and DBT with a focus on personal agency and purpose, supporting clients as they navigate challenges such as anxiety, mood disorders, and family conflict. View Profile
Sandplay
Bakersfield, CA
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
Who might be a good fit for Praise?
Clients seeking structured support for anxiety, depression, or major life transitions might consider working with Praise Tinungki. His compassionate and goal-focused approach combines conversational therapy with medication management, offering practical tools to help adults build clarity and confidence in their mental and emotional well-being. 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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