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315 verified Therapists/Counselors in Bakersfield, CA
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Availability last updated 10/02/2026
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Bakersfield, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 28 more
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Hi there, I'm Maria Elena! I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with Gottman Level II training and clinical experience in the Department of Mental Health. I work with adults, older adults, immigrants, and couples, treating PTSD, trauma, depression, anxiety, panic, relationship issues, and ac...Click to read more
Next available: Sat, Oct 24
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Bakersfield, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 28 more
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits ·
Next available: Sat, Oct 24
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Bakersfield, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 28 more
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Hi there, I'm Kaelyn! Does your mind ever feel like it won’t shut off, constantly worrying, overthinking, and playing out every possible “what if”? Do you feel like you have to be everything for everyone, holding it together even when you're struggling inside? Maybe you second-guess yourself, replay...Click to read more
Next available: Sat, Oct 24
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Bakersfield, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 27 more
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Starting therapy is a courageous step, and I want to commend you for considering this part of your healing journey. I’m here to walk alongside you with compassion, insight, and support. With a background as both a clinical mental health counselor and pastoral leader, I specialize in helping individu...Click to read more
Next available: Mon, Oct 26
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Bakersfield, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 47 more
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Hello, I'm Naomi Jimenez, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California, working with clients statewide through a telehealth platform. I hold a Master's in Counseling Psychology from National University. I work with adolescents, preteens, and teenagers from diverse backgrounds ...Click to read more
Next available: Tue, Oct 27
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Bakersfield, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 46 more
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Hi, I'm Michael Moses LCSW, a compassionate therapist who focuses on helping clients achieve their goals. I hold a Master’s in Social Work from California State University, East Bay. My therapeutic approach is eclectic because every client is unique, and as a therapist, I must be flexible in my appr...Click to read more
Next available: Thu, Oct 29
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Bakersfield, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 27 more
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Hi there, I'm Ahlam! Hello, my name is Ahlam Axelrod, LMFT 105395. Life can be challenging and overwhelming. When you experience communication deficits in your relationships, question your self-worth or place in this world, and become preoccupied with others' approvals, it can feel like you are st...Click to read more
Next available: Thu, Oct 29
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Bakersfield, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 23 more
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Are you feeling stuck in your head? Overthinking, pushing through, pretending everything's fine? Or nervous about trying therapy? Many of my clients felt that way at the start. I help work through anxiety, trauma, and major life transitions using a direct, down-to-earth approach grounded in warmth a...Click to read more
Next available: Thu, Oct 29
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Bakersfield, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 28 more
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Looking to start therapy, I look forward to providing you with a safe and judgment-free space to process and find new strategies to help you meet your goals. I specialize in working with individuals and couples in areas such as anxiety, depression, life stage changes, conflict resolution, ADHD, trau...Click to read more
Next available: Fri, Oct 30
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Bakersfield, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 22 more
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“The wound is the place where the Light enters you.”― Rumi. I believe that even in our darkest moments, we can find the light. Sometimes we just need someone to point us in the right direction. I tailor my practice to the individual, meet them where they are, and strive to create a safe environment ...Click to read more
Next available: Thu, Oct 29
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
4.86
·7 reviews
Bakersfield, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 45 more
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Change is difficult. It takes courage, strength, and commitment to want to improve your life. Whether you are seeking behavioral, emotional, spiritual, interpersonal, or health-related changes, I will help you explore these issues in depth. I am a generalist who works with adults and adolescents on...Click to read more
Next available: Fri, Oct 30
Psychotherapist
4 mi · 1701 Westwind Dr, Ste 228, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 45 more
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Feeling like you have lost control of your life? I attempt to guide you to regain control of what is feasible in steps, prioritize what steps can be taken, and choose your individual pace. There are some things in life you cannot presently control: delay the conquest or just let it go. It is your ch...Click to read more
Next available: Mon, Oct 26
Psychotherapist
4 mi · 1701 Westwind Dr, Ste 121, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 28 more
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Hi there, I'm Gisela! Beginning therapy is a courageous step, and I’m here to help make it a meaningful one. I work with adults, teens, and couples navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, identity concerns, or simply a deep sense that something in life feels off or u...Click to read more
Next available: Tue, Oct 27
Marriage and Family Therapist (Virtual)
Lancaster, CA
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare + 3 more
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Are you and your partner constantly having heated arguments, feeling distant from each other, or having a lack of intimacy? Maybe trust has been broken and you question if you should even stay together. Perhaps one of you feel lonely and not heard. I specialize in helping couples identify patterns t...Click to read more
Next available: tomorrow
Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Virtual)
4.92
·78 reviews
Very kind and listened well!! I felt heard !! To me that makes a huge difference in health care and HEALING - Apr 5, 2024 by Jamie C.Click to read more
Lancaster, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 3 more
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Dr. Cherie Mouton is a dedicated adult psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner providing expert care virtually through First Choice Psychiatry. With a focus on maximizing patient mental well-being, she offers thorough evaluations and personalized treatment plans to address a range of psychi...Click to read more
Next available: tomorrow
Psychotherapist
65 mi · 28494 Westinghouse Pl, #304, Valencia, CA 91355
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Feeling stuck, unmotivated, or frustrated with who you are or where you are in your life? Wanting to make changes but not sure where to start or how to maintain those changes? As a therapist, I find immense joy in coming alongside my clients to help them understand their core beliefs and enact chang...Click to read more
Next available: Mon, Oct 5
Psychotherapist
68.5 mi · 23408 Pomita Pl, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
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Aaron believes life-changing therapy stems from the union of evidence-based practices appropriately applied to clients' lives. Clients can expect to set goals and uncover new revelations about themselves in an encouraging and safe space. He holds a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from the Un...Click to read more
Next available: today
Psychotherapist
64 mi · 131 E Kern Ave, Tulare, CA 93274
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 46 more
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You feel numb and hopeless. This loneliness feels hollow and empty, and no one seems to get it. You feel like the waves are crashing down and you can’t catch a break. No one understands the pain, the hurt, the evil thoughts that scare you to death. You question your existence. You ask if there is a ...Click to read more
Next available: Thu, Oct 15
Marriage and Family Therapist (Virtual)
Lancaster, CA
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare + 3 more
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My goal is to remind clients that they do not have to navigate difficult seasons on their own. Whether you are a parent looking for support for your child, a teen working through challenges, an individual seeking a safe place to talk, or a couple or family hoping to strengthen your relationships, I ...Click to read more
Next available: Mon, Oct 5
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Santa Clarita, CA
Accepts Aetna, UnitedHealthcare + 3 more
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The provider is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and is currently working under the supervision of a licensed practitioner. Their current employer is Bloom Therapy LA. Jessica (she/her) is a compassionate and experienced therapist who works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and...Click to read more
Next available: Mon, Oct 5
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Santa Clarita, CA
Accepts Aetna, UnitedHealthcare + 1 more
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Feeling stuck, unmotivated, or frustrated with who you are or where you are in your life? Wanting to make changes but not sure where to start or how to maintain those changes? As a therapist, I find immense joy in coming alongside my clients to help them understand their core beliefs and enact chang...Click to read more
Next available: Mon, Oct 5
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Santa Clarita, CA
Accepts Aetna, UnitedHealthcare + 3 more
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Amy Cordero (she/her/hers) utilizes a blend of different modalities in her therapeutic work, exploring client’s struggles while maintaining a vision for growth, progress, transformation and empowerment in a supportive, nurturing and non-judgmental environment. She serves individuals, LGBTQIA+, and l...Click to read more
Next available: Mon, Oct 5
Marriage and Family Therapist (Virtual)
Lancaster, CA
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare + 3 more
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My path in becoming a therapist was motivated by seeing the failure of adequate diagnosing in the educational system and recognized the need for honest and nurturing therapist to guide clients through learning acceptance and self-advocacy. I received both my Bachelor’s and Master's in Psychology f...Click to read more
Next available: Tue, Oct 6
Marriage and Family Therapist (Virtual)
Lancaster, CA
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare + 3 more
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As someone who lives with a chronic illness myself, I understand the emotional, physical, and mental challenges that can come with managing a long term health condition. My personal experience allows me to connect with clients in a relatable and compassionate way while providing professional support...Click to read more
Next available: Thu, Oct 8
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Santa Clarita, CA
Accepts Aetna, UnitedHealthcare + 1 more
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Imagine you are walking around carrying a backpack full of bricks. Now imagine lessening that load. Together, we can begin taking away those bricks so life feels less heavy and easier to manage. I want you to feel that you have a safe space where you can express your feelings, thoughts, and needs in...Click to read more
Next available: Wed, Oct 7
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·2 reviews
It was a really nice first visit and she made me feel really welcomed to the whole session by Brian T.Click to read more
Santa Clarita, CA
Accepts Aetna, UnitedHealthcare + 2 more
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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So, you're looking for a therapist? This search alone can be overwhelming, scrolling from profile to profile, so let me get to the point-If you're ready to make some changes in your life, I'm here to help. Whether you're still discovering what those changes are or you already have an idea, we can wo...Click to read more
Next available: Wed, Oct 7
Psychotherapist
65 mi · 28494 Westinghouse Pl, #304, Valencia, CA 91355
Accepts Aetna, UnitedHealthcare + 1 more
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Imagine you are walking around carrying a backpack full of bricks. Now imagine lessening that load. Together, we can begin taking away those bricks so life feels less heavy and easier to manage. I want you to feel that you have a safe space where you can express your feelings, thoughts, and needs in...Click to read more
Next available: Wed, Oct 14
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·2 reviews
Amelia is such a compassionate person and therapist. Some people look for a therapist based only on skillset and miss the important factor of working with someone who knows how to truly do the work. Amelia has BOTH skills and presence. You know when you’re around someone who can walk with you becaus...Click to read more
Santa Clarita, CA
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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Ever feel like you missed the memo on how to just be human? Are you navigating neurodivergence, searching for a place where you actually belong, or living with the kind of burnout that no amount of rest seems to fix? You're not "broken." Your nervous system just runs on different software. If you've...Click to read more
Next available: Mon, Oct 5
Psychologist
67 mi · 25350 Magic Mountain Pkwy, Ste 300 Santa, Clarita, CA 91355
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 28 more
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I'm a licensed psychologist with a passion for helping people thrive. I've worked with youth, adolescents, and adults across diverse backgrounds and clinical settings. I believe in using proven treatments backed by psychological science to help my clients.Click to read more
Next available: Thu, Oct 22
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Santa Barbara, CA
Accepts Aetna, Cigna + 2 more
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Dr. Douglas Johnson's approach to psychotherapy is based on understanding and empowering the client. Douglas utilizes a broad range of evidence-based strategies to assist his adult clients with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, spirituality, and addiction. Douglas is naturally inquisitive an...Click to read more
Next available: today
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Carpinteria, CA
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If we are lucky in this life, we will experience many inner deaths-each an opportunity to shed parts of ourselves, embrace our own expansion, and enter the next dimension of life. If we fail to die, we fail to grow. We have lost the ritual container that holds our rites of passage, and without the c...Click to read more
Next available: Tue, Oct 6
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
5.00
·1 review
Great first experience. Friendly and easy to talk to. - Mar 2, 2026 by Julio T.Click to read more
Santa Clarita, CA
Accepting new patients · Offers video visits · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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I am a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who works with adults seeking meaningful personal growth and lasting change. My approach is depth-oriented and trauma-informed, integrating psychodynamic therapy, somatic mindfulness, and EMDR. I help clients explore their internal patterns, ...Click to read more
Next available: Tue, Oct 6
Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist (Virtual)
4.88
·50 reviews
I highly recommend Dr. Ahmadi! From the first session, I felt very comfortable. He listens carefully to everything I have to say and his calm demeanor makes it easy to open up. I’m grateful to have connected with such a wonderful and caring doctor. by FAClick to read more
Santa Clarita, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 20 more
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I am a physician trained in Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatry and Cardiovascular Medicine. I have over 15 years of postgraduate clinical and research experience. I am a positive psychiatrist who is compassionate about enhancing well-being through novel integrated body-mind approaches for earl...Click to read more
Next available: Wed, Oct 7
Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
4.88
·50 reviews
I highly recommend Dr. Ahmadi! From the first session, I felt very comfortable. He listens carefully to everything I have to say and his calm demeanor makes it easy to open up. I’m grateful to have connected with such a wonderful and caring doctor. by FAClick to read more
70.5 mi · 23206 Lyons Ave, Ste 209, Santa Clarita, CA 91321
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 20 more
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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I am a physician trained in Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatry and Cardiovascular Medicine. I have over 15 years of postgraduate clinical and research experience. I am a positive psychiatrist who is compassionate about enhancing well-being through novel integrated body-mind approaches for earl...Click to read more
Next available: Wed, Oct 7
Psychotherapist
5.00
·1 review
Great first experience. Friendly and easy to talk to. - Mar 2, 2026 by Julio T.Click to read more
71 mi · 24359 Walnut St, Santa Clarita, CA 91321
Also offers video visits · Accepting new patients · Highly recommended · Excellent wait time ·
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I am a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist who works with adults seeking meaningful personal growth and lasting change. My approach is depth-oriented and trauma-informed, integrating psychodynamic therapy, somatic mindfulness, and EMDR. I help clients explore their internal patterns, ...Click to read more
Next available: Wed, Oct 7
Psychotherapist
69.5 mi · 1933 W Caldwell Ave, Visalia, CA 93277
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 27 more
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Hello, I am Sonja Meyer, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I hold a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Fresno Pacific University. At the heart of my work is creating a warm and caring space where clients can express themselves without judgment. I find that I wo...Click to read more
Next available: Tue, Oct 20
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Santa Barbara, CA
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The provider is an (Associate Clinical Social Worker) and is currently working under the supervision of a licensed practitioner. Their current employer is (Creative Care Counseling LCSW PC)Click to read more
Next available: tomorrow
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Santa Barbara, CA
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 5 more
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As the founder of Creative Care Counseling and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I bridge the gap between clinical excellence and executive performance. My approach is designed for those who manage high-complexity lives and require a nervous system that can keep pace with their ambition.Click to read more
Next available: tomorrow
Psychotherapist (Virtual)
Simi Valley, CA
Accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare + 1 more
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Change and uncertainty are unavoidable parts of life whether initiated by choice or unforeseen circumstance. Change can come in the form of a life transition such as moving, a new job, grief and loss, or even a cancer diagnosis. This can be scary and destabilizing. I have worked extensively in assis...Click to read more
Next available: Mon, Oct 5
Psychotherapist
3.00
·2 reviews
71.5 mi · 121 East Main St, Ste #201, Visalia, CA 93291
Accepts Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna + 56 more
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My goal is to provide a safe and judgment-free space for you to explore life's unique challenges we all face. I'll walk alongside you to guide and assist in managing life stressors impacting your journey. With my support, we will develop solutions, coping skills, and an understanding of emotions to ...Click to read more
Next available: Tue, Oct 13
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