Bakersfield, CA Somatic Therapists

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ELISA CHAVES LOUREIRO DO CARMO
Hi, I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. I earned my master’s degree from UC Berkeley and have be... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hi, I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in California. I earned my master’s degree from UC Berkeley and have been practicing for 10 years. I specialize in h... More
Who might be a good fit for Elisa?
Clients working through anxiety or depression and looking for mindfulness-based support might engage well with Elisa Chaves Loureiro Do Carmo’s approach. She creates a compassionate, culturally attuned space that integrates somatic techniques to help individuals, especially older adults, build resilience and navigate life transitions. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
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BRITTANY PURDY ANGEJA
I love working with folks struggling with self love and compassion. I specialize in codependency, trauma, and Highly Sensitive Peo... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
I love working with folks struggling with self love and compassion. I specialize in codependency, trauma, and Highly Sensitive People. Clients will discover self confidence, c... More
Who might be a good fit for Brittany?
Those managing concerns related to trauma, codependency, or sensitivity to emotional experiences may appreciate the methods Brittany Purdy Angeja incorporates into her practice. Her use of Inner Child work and nervous system regulation offers a gentle, body-centered way to build self-compassion and improve communication over time. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
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KAYLEIGH EDEN
🌻 Hello, I am Kayleigh Eden, a bright, colorful, warm story keeper and teller. I am a licensed clinical social worker with a ne... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
🌻 Hello, I am Kayleigh Eden, a bright, colorful, warm story keeper and teller. I am a licensed clinical social worker with a neuroscience informed perspective specializing ... More
Who might be a good fit for Kayleigh?
Kayleigh Eden offers an approach that may suit individuals focusing on healing from trauma, grief, or life transitions. Her integration of somatic techniques, storytelling, and values exploration creates space for clients to reconnect with their purpose and cultivate resilience through both emotional and nervous system regulation. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
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CHELSEY REESE
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 5+ years of experience supporting individuals on their healing journeys. I bel... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 5+ years of experience supporting individuals on their healing journeys. I believe your mind and body brought you here for ... More
Who might be a good fit for Chelsey?
Chelsey Reese may support individuals who want to explore healing from trauma and anxiety through a somatic-informed lens. Her approach centers the needs of Black women and women of color seeking to move beyond survival mode and perfectionism by fostering safety in the body alongside cognitive insight. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
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STEPHANIE HARDISON
Bienvenidas! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) serving clients in California and Colorado. My practice is rooted in a ... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Bienvenidas! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) serving clients in California and Colorado. My practice is rooted in a fat liberation lens, which means I actively s... More
Who might be a good fit for Stephanie?
Clients working through life transitions and looking for somatic and culturally sensitive therapy support might engage well with Stephanie Hardison’s approach. Her practice integrates a fat liberation lens and Brainspotting techniques to help clients, especially within the BIPOC community, foster healing and self-compassion. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
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KIMBERLIE NUNLEY
This is YOUR JOURNEY and YOU DESERVE specialized support …Are you having trouble functioning in your environment while experienc... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
This is YOUR JOURNEY and YOU DESERVE specialized support …Are you having trouble functioning in your environment while experiencing unproductive thoughts/feelings/actions? A... More
Who might be a good fit for Kimberlie?
Individuals navigating challenges like anxiety or anger management may find support through the approach used by Kimberlie Nunley. She offers a personalized therapy experience that integrates cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness practices within a compassionate, emotionally safe environment. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
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BARBARA KESSELL
I received Doctorate and Master’s degrees in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology at Allian... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LP
Female
I received Doctorate and Master’s degrees in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University in San Francisco a... More
Who might be a good fit for Barbara?
Those coping with addiction or pursuing personal growth in managing mood disorders may find Barbara Kessell’s approach to be well-aligned. Her use of trauma-informed care alongside cognitive and dialectical behavioral therapies offers a supportive framework for adults across a wide age range working through complex emotional and behavioral challenges. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
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JESSICA DULIN
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with 8 years of experience. My clinical experience is working with individuals who a... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with 8 years of experience. My clinical experience is working with individuals who are dealing with cancer and chronic illness, b... More
Who might be a good fit for Jessica?
Clients facing concerns such as anxiety, depression, or OCD may connect with the techniques and structure offered by Jessica Dulin. Her collaborative use of Exposure and Response Prevention within a safe, supportive space can help individuals coping with chronic illness or life transitions develop effective coping strategies and emotional insight. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
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SHARON PIWOWARSKI
Hi! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I received my Masters from the California Institute o... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hi! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I received my Masters from the California Institute of Integral Studies, and have been a licensed ... More
Who might be a good fit for Sharon?
Clients facing concerns such as anxiety or challenges related to LGBTQ+ identity may connect with the techniques and structure offered by Sharon Piwowarski. Her person-centered and somatic approaches create a compassionate space where clients of various ages can explore their emotions and build a stronger sense of self-esteem and overall wellness. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
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PAUL WENSLEY
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over three decades of experience in mental health and clinical experience. I draw from... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Non-binary
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over three decades of experience in mental health and clinical experience. I draw from 63 years of my own life experience as a gay ... More
Who might be a good fit for Paul?
Paul Wensley may align well with adults who are working through issues such as anxiety, grief, or challenges related to identity and belonging. Their compassionate, strength-based approach integrates mind-body and psychodynamic methods, creating space for clients to explore their whole selves and move forward with greater understanding. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
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JACQUELINE ROBERTSON
Hello there! I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT). My approach is rooted in curiosity, kindness, and compassion, ai... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hello there! I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT). My approach is rooted in curiosity, kindness, and compassion, aiming to create a nurturing environment where ... More
Who might be a good fit for Jacqueline?
People experiencing anxiety or those wanting to strengthen coping skills could benefit from Jacqueline Robertson’s focused therapeutic work. Her holistic approach, which integrates body, mind, and spirit, along with preparation and integration for psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy, supports clients seeking deep, embodied transformation and practical tools for lasting change. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
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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
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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
Bakersfield, CA
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WENDY MARK
Hi, I'm Wendy Mark, LMFT, your Chronic Pain Therapist in Los Angeles, California. Are you feeling stuck in chronic pain and doc... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hi, I'm Wendy Mark, LMFT, your Chronic Pain Therapist in Los Angeles, California. Are you feeling stuck in chronic pain and doctors have told you there isn’t anything mor... More
Who might be a good fit for Wendy?
People experiencing chronic pain and looking for a therapist with experience in Pain Reprocessing Therapy might consider Wendy Mark’s style of care. Her personal journey with pain informs a compassionate approach that integrates evidence-based methods to support clients in reclaiming activities and joy despite long-term discomfort. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
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JEONGEUN MOON
As a dedicated therapist, I am deeply committed to empowering my clients on their unique paths to healing and growth. Specializing... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
As a dedicated therapist, I am deeply committed to empowering my clients on their unique paths to healing and growth. Specializing in trauma-focused therapy, I incorporate a h... More
Who might be a good fit for Jeongeun?
Jeongeun Moon may work particularly well with those looking to build skills around managing trauma and related emotional challenges. She blends trauma-focused and cognitive behavioral therapies within a client-centered, holistic framework designed to foster awareness and personal growth in a supportive, inclusive setting. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
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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
Bakersfield, CA
Somatic
SAMUEL MOGLEN
Welcome—I’m Sam Moglen, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) providing therapy for individuals and couples in Berke... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
Welcome—I’m Sam Moglen, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) providing therapy for individuals and couples in Berkeley, CA, and throughout California via online... More
Who might be a good fit for Samuel?
Samuel Moglen may work particularly well with those looking to build skills around managing anxiety, grief, or relationship challenges. His use of somatic therapies and approaches informed by Polyvagal Theory can offer a grounded, body-centered way to support healing and emotional regulation. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
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TARA STEINKE
Hello, I'm Tara... I love working with clients who are struggling with career and life transitions, anxiety, grief and loss, stres... More
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Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
Hello, I'm Tara... I love working with clients who are struggling with career and life transitions, anxiety, grief and loss, stress management and sex, intimacy & relationship... More
Who might be a good fit for Tara?
Individuals navigating challenges like anxiety, grief, and life transitions may find support through the approach used by Tara Steinke. She integrates somatic and mindfulness techniques alongside trauma-informed care, creating space for healing that honors both emotional and physical experiences. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
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SARAHBROOKE STILES
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in California and I have been offering Psychotherapy to individuals, couples, ... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LCSW
Female
Hello, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in California and I have been offering Psychotherapy to individuals, couples, and groups for the past 5 years. My own jo... More
Who might be a good fit for Sarahbrooke?
Those managing concerns related to trauma, anxiety, or OCD may appreciate the methods Sarahbrooke Stiles incorporates into her practice. Her integrative, mind-body approach reflects a deep understanding of how emotional, physical, and energetic factors intertwine, offering support that addresses the whole person. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
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ALMA ORTIZ
I am a mother, an interdisciplinary artist, and a Depth Psychology-Intergrative Therapy and Healing Practices Ph.D. candidate. I h... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Female
I am a mother, an interdisciplinary artist, and a Depth Psychology-Intergrative Therapy and Healing Practices Ph.D. candidate. I have over 10 years of experience in the mental... More
Who might be a good fit for Alma?
Alma Ortiz may be well-suited to individuals who value integrative and trauma-informed support in managing anxiety, depression, or life transitions. Her approach thoughtfully blends mindfulness, somatic techniques, and ancestral healing, with attention to the impact of systemic and intergenerational trauma, especially within BIPOC communities. View Profile
Bakersfield, CA
Somatic
JUSTIN KRAM
Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) currently based and practicing in Oregon, though with an active licens... More
Therapist
Offers online care for Bakersfield, California
LMFT
Male
Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) currently based and practicing in Oregon, though with an active license in California as well. I attended Californi... More
Who might be a good fit for Justin?
Individuals focused on improving adjustment during life transitions while managing anxiety or grief may find support in Justin Kram’s work. His humanistic and mindfulness-informed approach emphasizes cultural sensitivity and a non-judgmental space, which can help clients navigating changes related to health, career, or personal identity. View Profile
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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