Therapists in 93311
Kara Meeks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bakersfield, CA 93311
Waitlist for new clients
Other Services: Gain clarity and insight with thorough child custody evaluations, consultation for family law attorneys, and mediation services.
Close your eyes, take a deep breath in and exhale. What comes to mind...broken relationships? Feelings of shame and guilt? Depression or anxiety? Intrusive memories? Addiction? Lack of goals or motivation? Welcome to a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore your life experiences, determine how they helped form who you are today, and gain insight to heal core issues. A space to discover your authentic self, living genuinely and with purpose. I would be honored to support you on your journey to healing past wounds and transforming those experiences into empowerment and authenticity.
Other Services: Gain clarity and insight with thorough child custody evaluations, consultation for family law attorneys, and mediation services.
Close your eyes, take a deep breath in and exhale. What comes to mind...broken relationships? Feelings of shame and guilt? Depression or anxiety? Intrusive memories? Addiction? Lack of goals or motivation? Welcome to a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore your life experiences, determine how they helped form who you are today, and gain insight to heal core issues. A space to discover your authentic self, living genuinely and with purpose. I would be honored to support you on your journey to healing past wounds and transforming those experiences into empowerment and authenticity.
I have a passion for helping others find healing and growth in their lives and in their relationships with others. I have 23 years of experience working in the mental health field. I have vast experience and training working with grief, loss, trauma and crisis issues. When people reach out for professional help, it is usually because something has changed, shifted, or a significant life event has occurred, and they want additional support or someone to talk to. When they come to therapy, I want my clients to feel comfortable, safe, and at ease.
I have a passion for helping others find healing and growth in their lives and in their relationships with others. I have 23 years of experience working in the mental health field. I have vast experience and training working with grief, loss, trauma and crisis issues. When people reach out for professional help, it is usually because something has changed, shifted, or a significant life event has occurred, and they want additional support or someone to talk to. When they come to therapy, I want my clients to feel comfortable, safe, and at ease.
Niesha Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CAMS-II
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bakersfield, CA 93311
Not accepting new clients
We all need someone who gives us the courage, strength, guidance, and support to get through challenges in life. Someone who we can connect with that we can trust who can identify with our needs, in a safe place. Each day I am blessed to be able to be that someone for children, adolescents, parents, women, and families; to walk with and work through those challenges which can be so scary and overwhelming. I am committed to work with you utilizing a Christian, strength-based approach to provide growth and positive change. I am passionate about empowering individuals with the tools they need to improve their overall quality life.
We all need someone who gives us the courage, strength, guidance, and support to get through challenges in life. Someone who we can connect with that we can trust who can identify with our needs, in a safe place. Each day I am blessed to be able to be that someone for children, adolescents, parents, women, and families; to walk with and work through those challenges which can be so scary and overwhelming. I am committed to work with you utilizing a Christian, strength-based approach to provide growth and positive change. I am passionate about empowering individuals with the tools they need to improve their overall quality life.
Melinda Ann Herndon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bakersfield, CA 93311 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I love working with seniors and women to assist in overcoming obstacles that are keeping them stuck and feeling isolated or burnt out. If you are feeling lost, frustrated, isolated, and overwhelmed please feel free to reach out so we can discuss how to get you back on track.
I love working with seniors and women to assist in overcoming obstacles that are keeping them stuck and feeling isolated or burnt out. If you are feeling lost, frustrated, isolated, and overwhelmed please feel free to reach out so we can discuss how to get you back on track.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.