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Bipolar disorder therapists & psychiatrists in Bakersfield, CA

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Top bipolar disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Bakersfield, CA

Bipolar Disorder support in Bakersfield connects you with 2,936 licensed providers experienced in mood stabilization and management. Our network offers virtual and in-person sessions with specialists trained in CBT, DBT skills, and medication management to help navigate mood swings and build stability.

John Murphy

John Murphy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.5 mi away • Bakersfield, CA


“I'm not here to tell you what to do, but to work alongside you as we figure out what's actually keeping you stuck and what a real path forward looks like for you.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Michael Lyons

Michael Lyons

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Bakersfield, CA


“Finding a solution and having you live a better life is my priority. I am effective at making complex subjects understandable and usable.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lillian Adkins

Lillian Adkins

Therapist

In-person • 1.3 mi away • Bakersfield, CA


I specialize with the symptoms of anxiety, depression, ADHD and high spectrum autism. My approach is to involve the individual persons' needs for developing better communication skills, coping skills, support systems, insights, and physical health. My office is set up for creative play and insightful communication games.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Corina Rains

Corina Rains

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fresno, CA


“Clients can expect an open and transparent first session designed to build a trusting relationship between the client and the therapist.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Joshua Gibbons

Joshua Gibbons

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a client centered, emotion focused clinician. What this means is that I meet every client not only with a curious and open mind, but also with my own humanity.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leah Bellack

Leah Bellack

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I like to help my clients develop greater self awareness and confidence through holistically exploring your past, learning to be fully grounded in the present and working towards a future that makes you feel joy.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Cable

Sarah Cable

Therapist

Virtual • California


As an Asian American growing up overseas, I bring cultural considerations and my multicultural experiences into the therapy process.

Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Christopher Kincheloe

Christopher Kincheloe

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I use approaches like CBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to help you better understand yourself and build tools that actually work in real life.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nene Umunnakwe

Nene Umunnakwe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I find fulfillment in offering guidance to help people gain clarity in lives. My expertise lies in addressing ADHD, anxiety, PTSD, depression, bipolar disorder, & schizophrenia.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Cynthia Hernandez

Cynthia Hernandez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout your care.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Gwendolyn Bleu

Gwendolyn Bleu

Therapist

Virtual • California


“We will review your expectations of treatment, what you are currently experiencing, and how it can be addressed in therapy.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Stephen Papaleo

Dr. Stephen Papaleo

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I have been in practice for 40+ years and hold both Masters and Doctorate degrees in the Clinical Practice of psychotherapy and assessment.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tamra Smith

Tamra Smith

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello, my name is Tamra Smith. I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Sacramento, CA. I have over 20 years of experience in the field of Mental Health Services, especially providing therapy and consultation. My practice name is Path to Wellbeing Therapy Services, and I truly lead each person on a path to their own emotional health and wellbeing.

Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Andre Papajohn

Andre Papajohn

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in the power of connection and self-understanding to create meaningful change in people's lives.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Bijan Amirshahi

Bijan Amirshahi

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My practice emphasizes on helping clients resolve immediate situations, while healing from difficult life experiences and developing strong personal and intimate relationships.”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Faith Ogala

Faith Ogala

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Faith is empathetic, knowledgeable, and patient. She takes the time to listen to her patients, so they feel heard and understood.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cynthia Lopez

Cynthia Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to provide compassionate, direct, and culturally compassionate treatment to support you in this journey.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nicole Santos

Nicole Santos

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I have over 15+ years experience as a nurse working in various departments, working hands on with patients, as well as leadership and management roles.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Crystal Folk

Crystal Folk

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My counseling style is warm and interactive; I believe in treating everyone with respect, being sensitive, and meeting each client in the space that they are in.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Mona Dow

Mona Dow

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that meaningful change happens in a safe, supportive, and authentic therapeutic relationship.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elia Saint Karene

Elia Saint Karene

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My work focuses on helping you reconnect with your inner motivation, expand your capacity for joy, and create a life that feels deeply fulfilling.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Liliana Sanchez

Liliana Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is gentle and collaborative—I move at your pace while offering support and honest reflection.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Perez

Cynthia Perez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe you are the expert of your own life. My role is not to hand you a solution but to help you uncover the one that already fits you.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Gandy

Melissa Gandy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I meet you where you are and offer a space grounded in acceptance, compassion, and respect as we work together toward positive change.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ka Erika Cole

Ka Erika Cole

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is grounded in bridging exceptional therapy tools while creating a warm, heart-centered, mindful set and setting that engages in an authentic healing relationship with you.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Megan Schohr

Megan Schohr

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I spent 20 years working in the beauty industry as a hairstylist, giving me a unique understanding of the emotional demands, relationships, and pressures faced by beauty professionals.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mehr Karamat

Mehr Karamat

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


“I am board certified and perinatal mental health certified through Post Partum Support International.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Okechuku Nwanganga

Okechuku Nwanganga

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am more interested in empowering you to make your own decisions than I am in you doing what is "right."”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Adrian Cisneros

Adrian Cisneros

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Finding the right mental health provider can feel overwhelming, especially when you're already struggling. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, trauma, or everyday stress, I want you to feel comfortable reaching out. As a bilingual psychiatric provider, I offer care in English and Spanish. I believe in listening without judgment, treating you as a person rather than a diagnosis, and working together to help you feel better. I offer appointments within 24 hours because your mental health shouldn't have to wait.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Regina Cantrell-Kinzfogl

Regina Cantrell-Kinzfogl

Therapist

Virtual • California


“For the last 16 years, I have worked in a variety of settings: psych hospitals, juvenile justice, rape trauma centers, drop in centers for women and children, and non-profit, community-based mental health.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kelly Benini

Kelly Benini

Therapist

Virtual • California


I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in El Segundo, California, offering both in-person and

online sessions. My practice centers on depression, codependency, and trauma and PTSD, and I bring a

warm, grounded presence to every session. I work with adults who feel stuck in patterns that once served

them but no longer do, whether in relationships, identity, or day to day coping. Many of my clients are

navigating big life transitions, including new parenthood, since I recently became a parent myself and

understand how much that can reshape a person's sense of self. My goal is to create a space where you

feel safe enough to slow down, understand yourself more deeply, and reconnect with what matters to you.

Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kevin Pham

Kevin Pham

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I also believe there's room for a little humor in mental health care! Some conversations are serious, and others might come with a laugh or two.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Caitlyn Pin

Caitlyn Pin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I lead with empathy, curiosity, and open questions, and honestly, I do much more listening than talking.”
Bipolar disorder, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hannah Sorel

Hannah Sorel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I integrate the mind-body connection and how dysregulation are interconnected to support clients to identify how their thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations influence each other...”
Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tod Buis

Tod Buis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Genuine and welcoming is my approach for meeting people, but especially for folks working through their own unique challenges.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Matthew Miller

Matthew Miller

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Santa Barbara, CA


“My style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that good psychiatric care works best when people feel comfortable asking questions and fully understand their options.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Clint Nacar

Clint Nacar

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Chino Hills, CA


“With the collaboration of each patient, Mr. Nacar strives to develop individualized plans of care addressing each patient's unique situation and concerns.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Rachel Kigano

Dr. Rachel Kigano

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I work with adults who feel overwhelmed, burned out, emotionally stuck, or unheard—often while juggling work, relationships, family responsibilities, or major life transitions.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Patricia Richmond

Patricia Richmond

Therapist

Virtual • California


It is very hard to feel safe and grounded in this uncertain world. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who uses humor and compassion when providing the support, understanding and empathy necessary to help you with your emotions . You may have experienced a sudden career transition , life change. or loss. I can help you master these unwelcome emotions that prevent you from living your best life. Our goal together will be to assist you in obtaining the personal insight, strength and skills to find peace.

Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pierre Yeremia

Pierre Yeremia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I'm compassionate, relatable, and a good listener who wants you to feel genuinely understood not rushed or reduced to a diagnosis.”
Bipolar disorder, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

About our providers for bipolar disorder support in Bakersfield, CA

Number of therapists serving Bakersfield, CA
There are over 2,912 therapists in Bakersfield, CA accepting new patients.
2,912+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Bipolar disorder
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 99%Depression
  • 87%PTSD
  • 87%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 86%Cigna
  • 79%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 72%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 58%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 12%Spanish
  • 2%Farsi
  • 2%Tagalog
  • 2%Igbo
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 73%Woman
  • 26%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 33%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 29%Nurse Practitioner
  • 23%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 7%Clinical Psychologist
  • 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 97%Individual therapy
  • 39%Family therapy
  • 27%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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