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Top anxiety and depression therapists and psychiatrists in Bakersfield, CA
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“I have a broad experience in treating and reducing symptoms in Adults and Children with complex and serious brain conditions...”
Depression, ADD/ADHD, Chronic conditions, OCD, PTSD
Creative, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and supported while working together to identify strengths, build effective coping strategies, and foster meaningful, lasting change.”
Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“As a Certified UC Berkeley Sleep Therapist, I can actively work with you to rewire your sleep patterns and tackle the trauma or stress keeping you awake.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach is integrative and tailored to each person's needs, with attention to culture, identity, and the broader context shaping their experience.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I take an honest and direct approach in therapy, with a focus on real change—helping you identify patterns, build effective coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.”
Anxiety, Depression, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“For over 20 years, I have sat across from people carrying weight that most will never understand: the weight of service, sacrifice, survival, and the quiet battles that follow you home.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
I am a highly skilled therapist with a strong focus on trauma therapy, substance abuse, and mental health. I hold dual licensure as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and as an Associate Clinical Counselor. My educational background includes a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from William Jessup University and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Child Development from California State University, Chico.
Anxiety, Depression, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“In therapy, we will discuss your past experience and develop practical and effective strategies to help you move out of stress and anxiety.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“She takes a holistic and trauma-informed approach. She is trained in EMDR, internal family systems, somatic experiencing, gestalt, hypnosis, and CBT.”
Anxiety, Depression, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I view myself as a compassionate guide - not as an expert or authority - whose work and collaborative presence will allow us to uncover your wisdom and reconnect to your true self beneath the hurts and adaptations.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I believe in treating symptoms by using an holistic approach in addressing the root causes of mental health issues.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I support people navigating trauma, disabilities, neurodiversity, sexuality and gender non-conforming and all-around life stressors in a relaxed, nonjudgmental space.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My therapeutic style centers on meeting clients where they are and exploring the relational dynamics that shape our lives and relationships.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I specialize in supporting adolescents and young adults dealing with school-related stress, anxiety, depression, and major life transitions.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I believe therapy should feel collaborative, supportive, and tailored to each individual's unique needs.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I'm a laid-back, warm, and nonjudgmental therapist who works with adults and older adolescents navigating stress, burnout, identity concerns, and life transitions.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Infertility
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I believe healing happens through genuine connection, and I strive to create a space where you feel safe, understood, and empowered to grow.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I'm also particularly passionate about serving Asian Americans, who have a shared struggle of keeping our deepest traumas and hurt a secret.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Stress management
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I value genuine connection and believe healing happens best in a safe, respectful space where you feel truly heard.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I provide compassionate and individualized counseling that instills hope and encourages clients to be their best selves.”
Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I understand the challenges of balancing personal ambitions, family expectations, cultural values, and the pursuit of success...”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I've been serving men, women and couples for 15 years. I help my clients deal with life issues that diminish mental health and impact relationships.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I personally do not focus on pathologizing my clients, so I focus on emphasizing the client's strengths and resources to create positive change.”
Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 7+ years of experience helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, and perinatal mental health challenges.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My style is collaborative and holistic including working together and assisting you in finding hope and resolution to your problem.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“After more than 12 years of clinical experience, I believe that mental health care, done well, can change the entire trajectory of a person's life.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Grief or loss
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Therapy with me is collaborative, open-minded, and affirming. I meet you where you are, honor your pace, and support you in reaching goals that feel meaningful and realistic for your life.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“Together we will utilize the transformative power of relationship as a sacred tool, capable of moving us all further away from colonized markers of wellness, and closer to a version of healing rich with compassion, self-confrontation, and reverence...”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I support adults in calming anxiety, reconnecting with their voice, and creating healthier boundaries- so you can feel more grounded, confident, and aligned with the life you want.”
Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach to therapy is client-centered and holistic, drawing on my broad experience in mental health, education, and wellness.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Diabetes, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“Each client has a different "recipe" for them to reach their goals and the first few sessions are about building rapport and trust so we can find the approach that is your "recipe."”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and intentional. I don't believe you are broken or need fixing.”
Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders, OCD
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe therapy should be a collaborative process where you feel safe, understood, and empowered to explore the challenges that are keeping you stuck.”
Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Infertility
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“My style is warm, down to earth, and real. You don't have to share anything you're not ready to, and we'll move at a pace that feels right for you.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I firmly believe there is no one-size fits all approach to treatment, which is why my approaches are diverse and change to fit what is most successful for each individual.”
Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I am deeply committed to providing a gentle and compassionate healing space for those who have endured childhood trauma, sexual abuse, complex PTSD and struggles with dating/ relationships.”
Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach is both practical and in-depth that help you feel more in control, confident & connected.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My practice focuses on providing trauma-informed, individualized attention to diverse populations, with a specialization in perinatal maternal mental health, bipolar spectrum and neurodivergent-affirming care.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I practice what I call empathetic psychiatry: care that is both clinically thorough and deeply attuned to your emotional needs and personal story.”
Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My style is warm yet direct. I offer honest observations, genuinely honor your lived experience, and provide sincere encouragement when the path feels especially difficult.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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