Female Therapists in Bakersfield, CA

My name is Kathy Taylor and I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist working with clients statewide in California via telehealth. I work with adolescents, adults, and couples specializing in trauma, anxiety, and depression. I utilize a psychodynamic approach which means that symptoms such as anxiety and depression, typically are indicators of underlying emotional suffering that may require attention. My role is to empathically pay attention and tend to those difficult experiences as one tells their story.

Hi! Ser padre/madre, mujer, hija/hijo y pareja en esta nueva etapa de tu vida puede ser una tarea muy difícil, pero no tiene que enfrentarla solo. Me alegro que haya llegado hasta mi para poder brindarle mi ayuda. I am a Latinx, mother, educator, Bilingual Spanish Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Clinical Supervisor in the state of California.

**Virtual sessions available** " Do you have a problem (or relationship) that you have spent countless hours thinking about, trying to solve, and maybe even seeking the advice of friends? Yet somehow you are still struggling to find a solution that works for you. Does your anxiety take over at the worst possible moment? Perhaps you wish life with your partner could be as fulfilling as it was when you first got together. Your current situation may leave you feeling stuck, but there is hope!

Hi there! My name is Shaina Fawn (she/her). I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 14 years of experience providing therapeutic support to members of marginalized communities. My specialty areas include trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, death and dying LGBTQ experiences, and individuals working in the entertainment industry. My theoretical approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy informed interventions, solution-focused therapy, narrative therapy, mindfulness-based stress reduction techniques, and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR).

Hi, my name is April Jannise, and I am an LCSW. I have been in practice since 1996 and I am experienced in treating children and adults. I generally use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, Trauma Focused Therapy, and Behavior Modification. I really enjoy building relationships with people, and I believe in having fun while addressing life's stressful issues. I typically work with people ages 13 and up. I have a strong background working with people who are experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, and/or trauma-related issues.

Are you ready to find balance within yourself and strengthen your relationships? Let’s get it! I recognize the journey to healing and mental health can be a bit intimidating, but you’ve already taken the hardest step. Hello there! I am Dr. Judith Brannon, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Whether you are feeling defeated, struggling with trauma, worry, anxiety or depression, need to enhance family communication, deepen your connection with your partner, support your child's emotional wellbeing, or just stressed from all the demands in your life, I am here to guide you. I would love to join you in believing in yourself!

It takes a lot of courage to ask for help, and it is an honor to be trusted with your healing journey. I provide a compassionate and supportive therapeutic environment for my clients. Together, we will work on identifying what is no longer serving you, develop goals and a plan that work for you to make changes to reduce, and even eliminate, these feelings and behaviors causing pain and distress in your life today. My style is warm, open, engaging, occasionally humorous, and at all times respectful. My approach to counseling is caring, supportive, and genuine.

I enjoy helping individuals and couples from 18 y/o through late adulthood. If you need help improving your life & your relationships, I can give you the tools you need! My clients tell me I am genuine and easy to talk to, and they feel they leave each session with realistic tools to improve their day to day lives. I like to work with a variety of individuals, couples, and families, on trauma, anxiety, depression and other issues, and I specialize in working with individuals with all types of sexual problems such as porn and sex addiction. I also love working with people with intellectual disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Everyone’s story is different and filled with ups and downs. Life can become difficult and overwhelming at times. We may feel we need additional support, a safe space, and someone to speak to. My hope is to be able to provide that for my clients through a non-judgemental lens. I work alongside clients and help them navigate through emotions utilizing a person-centered approach. Creating trust and safety to allow clients to be as they are.

If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, or trauma, I am committed to helping adults, adolescents, and children learn how to cope and grow from these difficulties. My work focuses on assisting individuals and families to discover their resilience and to nurture their mental health. I believe in taking a client-centered, collaborative approach to assist in achieving goals and overcoming life's obstacles.

I am a Licensed Educational Psychologist (LEP 4064) and the owner of Insights Assessment and Counseling, in Bakersfield, CA. At Insights, we specialize in identifying ADHD, Autism and Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, and Dysgraphia (Learning Disorder) in adults and children. With 10+ years of experience in psychological evaluation, I offer free consultations, comprehensive diagnostic assessments, sliding scale payment options, and support for neurodivergence. My neuro-affirming approach ensures a deeper understanding for clients and families and I strive to provide recommendations to help you on the road to growth!

Hi there, I'm Abby Morse! As a licensed clinical social worker, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating through stressful life changes, addressing self-esteem concerns, and managing anxiety. With a dedicated focus on action and solution-oriented strategies, I approach therapy with empathy, compassion, and a non-judgmental stance. My primary objective is to meet you wherever you are on your therapeutic journey, forming a strong alliance to ensure that your unique needs, well-being, and individuality are at the forefront of our collaborative work.

I believe that every individual has it within themselves to overcome the majority of their struggles, they just need some help. My job as your therapist is to foster this healing process. I will not tell you what you must do, but I will assist you in finding the solution for yourself. As the old saying goes, "you can't see the forest through the trees", I will help you to see the forest.

I have always found people to be fabulously interesting. I believe that your story matters … together, using science-based theories and interventions, we can sort through feelings and behaviors that may seem destructive, confusing, or just too overwhelming to sort out alone. To be curious, with an openness to self-discovery, we can evolve and heal, and our capacity for love and growth ripples throughout our life.

Hi there, I'm Gianna! My goal as a therapist is to create a therapeutic foundation to work collaboratively with my client(s) to assist them in reaching their personal goals for change, growth, and healing. I use many skills to promote a safe environment to allow individuals to reach their potential self-worth. It is my hope to guide each client to reach their full potential so that they can overcome any challenge they may be experiencing.

Welcome to my profile. I take pride in providing services for those in need. I believe it's important to build good rapport with my clients while providing a safe and comfortable therapeutic environment in order to meet their needs and goals.

Hello! Hola! My name is Alejandrina (Aly). I ‘am the daughter of immigrant parents from Mexico. Connecting with my culture, roots and ancestral practices has been a core part of my development as a psychotherapist. It is important for me to create a space where people feel like they belong but most importantly that they know their story matters. I want my clients to believe they can find their own healing within themselves.

Hi! I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California. I have been practicing for 11 years in my journey from associate to licensed therapist. I help adults struggling with anxiety to understand the intricacies involved. I help clients set up the ground work for personal growth by helping define their self-care routines, understanding how to implement healthy boundaries and learn about healthy coping skills and outlets.

Life can be overwhelming at times. Balancing your needs and the needs of those around you can be challenging. Ever feel stuck? Wondering when things will get better? In today’s fast paced environment, it can be difficult to catch your breath and have a sense of peace that everything will work out. I invite you to take that first step. Let’s talk about it. If you are out there struggling and need a hand, you have found the right person who can help navigate your way. We all need encouragement and a non judgmental listening ear. Allow me to be that person for you.