Relationship Issues Therapists in Bakersfield, CA
Natalie Poulson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Bakersfield, CA 93312
(Divorce Mediation services also available and cannot be provided if therapeutic relationship is stablished).
SESSIONS IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH, IN-PERSON AND ONLINE AVAILABILITY FOR THERAPY AND DIVORCE MEDIATION. Are your struggling with symptoms of depression, anxiety, or anger? Did you recently experience life changes and do not know how to cope? Are you or your children struggling after separation or divorce from your significant other?
(Divorce Mediation services also available and cannot be provided if therapeutic relationship is stablished).
SESSIONS IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH, IN-PERSON AND ONLINE AVAILABILITY FOR THERAPY AND DIVORCE MEDIATION. Are your struggling with symptoms of depression, anxiety, or anger? Did you recently experience life changes and do not know how to cope? Are you or your children struggling after separation or divorce from your significant other?
Yesica Pantoja
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93301 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
As an LMFT, my therapeutic approach is one that can help you understand how individual problems can, at times, be connected to past and current social experiences. I have found success working with individuals interested in diving deeper into their thought patterns and exploring how their early life experiences play a role in the development of their current self. We would work well together if you are interested in addressing relationship difficulties, trauma, issues maintaining relational boundaries, generational and cultural pressures, perfectionism, anxiety, stress, and depression.
As an LMFT, my therapeutic approach is one that can help you understand how individual problems can, at times, be connected to past and current social experiences. I have found success working with individuals interested in diving deeper into their thought patterns and exploring how their early life experiences play a role in the development of their current self. We would work well together if you are interested in addressing relationship difficulties, trauma, issues maintaining relational boundaries, generational and cultural pressures, perfectionism, anxiety, stress, and depression.
Since each client is unique, my therapy approach is designed just for you and your specific needs. Research has shown a correlation between Mental Health and Physical Health, so an approach addressing both could lead to the ultimate therapeutic results. A holistic approach will best serve you in dealing with depression, anxiety, stress, and emotional relationship issues. This is what I specifically do.
Since each client is unique, my therapy approach is designed just for you and your specific needs. Research has shown a correlation between Mental Health and Physical Health, so an approach addressing both could lead to the ultimate therapeutic results. A holistic approach will best serve you in dealing with depression, anxiety, stress, and emotional relationship issues. This is what I specifically do.
Arturo Figueroa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bakersfield, CA 93309
Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, addiction, or relationship problems, I can help.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, addiction, or relationship problems? These challenges can be hard, but you don't have to navigate them alone. I’m passionate about providing the support you need to thrive during these difficult times. I've been espcially effective and trained in working with individuals who are in a crisis situation or clients whose symptoms are complicated by past trauma experiences including physical abuse, psychological abuse, sexual abuse, loss, exploitation, or violence. Another very common and painful set of problems that I embrace helping clients to navigate are sex and love addiction.
Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, addiction, or relationship problems, I can help.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, addiction, or relationship problems? These challenges can be hard, but you don't have to navigate them alone. I’m passionate about providing the support you need to thrive during these difficult times. I've been espcially effective and trained in working with individuals who are in a crisis situation or clients whose symptoms are complicated by past trauma experiences including physical abuse, psychological abuse, sexual abuse, loss, exploitation, or violence. Another very common and painful set of problems that I embrace helping clients to navigate are sex and love addiction.
I work mainly with adults who are experiencing grief and loss, trauma from betrayal, and recurring issues from childhood trauma. Are you currently struggling in your life? Are there repeating patterns in your life that you just cannot seem to shake off regardless of how fast you attempt to run away from them? Do you find that when you engage in new relationships they always end up the same? Many times, we will try to change a relationship dynamic, or shift a situation in our lives, hoping for better results, but we seem to end up in the same place where we started, with essentially the same people with different faces.
I work mainly with adults who are experiencing grief and loss, trauma from betrayal, and recurring issues from childhood trauma. Are you currently struggling in your life? Are there repeating patterns in your life that you just cannot seem to shake off regardless of how fast you attempt to run away from them? Do you find that when you engage in new relationships they always end up the same? Many times, we will try to change a relationship dynamic, or shift a situation in our lives, hoping for better results, but we seem to end up in the same place where we started, with essentially the same people with different faces.
Pamela Shakir
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bakersfield, CA 93301 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with couples who struggle with communication concerns and disagreement within their relationship.
We all have a story. Some of our stories leave footprints that triggers us to not be our best selves leaving us in a sunken place for various reasons. Let us admit it, life happens. In order to be a better you, I believe that healing and happiness begins within ourselves. All that means is telling your own story when you are ready is the most effective way to heal. I provide a warm and nurturing environment that will allow you to work on your innermost deep concerns and surface concerns. My approach is down to earth, non-judgmental, supportive, and honest.
I specialize in working with couples who struggle with communication concerns and disagreement within their relationship.
We all have a story. Some of our stories leave footprints that triggers us to not be our best selves leaving us in a sunken place for various reasons. Let us admit it, life happens. In order to be a better you, I believe that healing and happiness begins within ourselves. All that means is telling your own story when you are ready is the most effective way to heal. I provide a warm and nurturing environment that will allow you to work on your innermost deep concerns and surface concerns. My approach is down to earth, non-judgmental, supportive, and honest.
I specialize in working with teens, adolescents, and adults experiencing depression, adjustment issues, current life issues, stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, and identity issues.
Every day we face challenging opportunities and situations where we have to make difficult decisions. It may be hard to be honest and vulnerable with ourselves and others. You might be struggling with identifying the different emotions that you are experiencing. Emotions impact our decision-making process, ability to face challenges, maintain healthy relationships, and behaviors. Therapy can be the next step for you to have a supportive space to explore what you are currently experiencing.
I specialize in working with teens, adolescents, and adults experiencing depression, adjustment issues, current life issues, stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, and identity issues.
Every day we face challenging opportunities and situations where we have to make difficult decisions. It may be hard to be honest and vulnerable with ourselves and others. You might be struggling with identifying the different emotions that you are experiencing. Emotions impact our decision-making process, ability to face challenges, maintain healthy relationships, and behaviors. Therapy can be the next step for you to have a supportive space to explore what you are currently experiencing.
Kandie Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bakersfield, CA 93311 (Online Only)
I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, depression and relationship issues.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I have a Master’s degree in Social Work from Our Lady of the Lake University, San Antonio, TX. I follow a systemic approach to therapy and believe that to understand people and their challenges it is important to understand the systems and relationships they are a part of. I believe that the therapeutic relationship should be one of authenticity, collaboration and one that feels safe and supportive. I focus on the client’s strength and resiliency. I strive to help clients find tools to cope with life’s stresses.
I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, depression and relationship issues.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I have a Master’s degree in Social Work from Our Lady of the Lake University, San Antonio, TX. I follow a systemic approach to therapy and believe that to understand people and their challenges it is important to understand the systems and relationships they are a part of. I believe that the therapeutic relationship should be one of authenticity, collaboration and one that feels safe and supportive. I focus on the client’s strength and resiliency. I strive to help clients find tools to cope with life’s stresses.
If you are struggling with yourself, family relationships, your relationship with your partner, or would like to improve the way you cope with life stressors, call me.
Anger. Guilt. Resentment. These are the common themes we all struggle with, today. Sadness is all too real when we hurt, and when we do not cope well, or do not know how to cope with our anger, guilt, and/or resentment, we can become depressed. What you will see, is a vicious cycle; a depressed person then becomes angry, and resentful, and can start to feel guilt. We are all able and capable of making better decisions for ourselves and for our loved ones. There is no shame in asking for help...only regret in never trying. I can help you.
If you are struggling with yourself, family relationships, your relationship with your partner, or would like to improve the way you cope with life stressors, call me.
Anger. Guilt. Resentment. These are the common themes we all struggle with, today. Sadness is all too real when we hurt, and when we do not cope well, or do not know how to cope with our anger, guilt, and/or resentment, we can become depressed. What you will see, is a vicious cycle; a depressed person then becomes angry, and resentful, and can start to feel guilt. We are all able and capable of making better decisions for ourselves and for our loved ones. There is no shame in asking for help...only regret in never trying. I can help you.
Sandy Hagan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93309 (Online Only)
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
I will help guide you through those tough times while strengthening your relationship with your family.
I am an associate professional clinical counselor. I provide therapy to children, adults, couples and families experiencing emotional and relational challenges. While cognitive behavior therapy is most widely used, I focus on the individual needs of each client to meet their needs. I will work with you to strengthen inner health, resolve conflicts and promote positive growth in an open, safe, empathetic environment.
I will help guide you through those tough times while strengthening your relationship with your family.
I am an associate professional clinical counselor. I provide therapy to children, adults, couples and families experiencing emotional and relational challenges. While cognitive behavior therapy is most widely used, I focus on the individual needs of each client to meet their needs. I will work with you to strengthen inner health, resolve conflicts and promote positive growth in an open, safe, empathetic environment.
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I enjoy working with individuals, couples and families in an interactive, compassionate atmosphere. Healing calls for a guide, and when searching for solutions and resolutions, it is important to seek a therapist with whom you can relate. This relationship can enable you to focus energies while juggling with stressful situations. I integrate complementary methodologies and techniques to create a highly individualized approach tailored to each client's specific needs. With compassion and understanding, I work with clients to build on their innate strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.
You're feeling hurt and angry again and thinking, 'Why do we fight about the same things over and over again? I am so tired of arguing! What happened to the way we used to be?' I know you're feeling alone and frustrated. Couples tell me how lonely and confused they feel. You and your partner can be happy again, you can learn to turn towards eachother, reconnect emotionally and create a more caring and fulfilling relationship. For more than 20 years I've worked with couples and families helping them find a better way to live and love and work together.
You're feeling hurt and angry again and thinking, 'Why do we fight about the same things over and over again? I am so tired of arguing! What happened to the way we used to be?' I know you're feeling alone and frustrated. Couples tell me how lonely and confused they feel. You and your partner can be happy again, you can learn to turn towards eachother, reconnect emotionally and create a more caring and fulfilling relationship. For more than 20 years I've worked with couples and families helping them find a better way to live and love and work together.
Rachelle Salerno
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93309 (Online Only)
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
My ideal client seeks self-exploration & understanding, facing issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties. They need a supportive space for personal growth, aiming to gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, & foster healthy relationships. They aspire to enhance mental well-being, achieve a better life quality, & unlock their full potential.
Carmen Lorenzo Baker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bakersfield, CA 93309
Life stressors can lead to anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges, especially for individuals and couples navigating unique cultural pressures and generational trauma. You might sense a connection to unresolved wounds from childhood or lived experiences, but gaining clarity can feel daunting. If you're seeking more than just symptom relief or coping skills, you are wanting to heal on a deeper level. You are seeking a space where your identity and experiences are honored as you work toward self-discovery, healing, and stronger, more fulfilling relationships.
Life stressors can lead to anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges, especially for individuals and couples navigating unique cultural pressures and generational trauma. You might sense a connection to unresolved wounds from childhood or lived experiences, but gaining clarity can feel daunting. If you're seeking more than just symptom relief or coping skills, you are wanting to heal on a deeper level. You are seeking a space where your identity and experiences are honored as you work toward self-discovery, healing, and stronger, more fulfilling relationships.
Janice M Huston
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93309 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Before diving into the healing work, my primary focus is to build trust in the therapeutic relationship and forming a strong connection with you, my client.
I work with teens and adults who are in search of relief from stress, anxiety, panic, anger, low-self-esteem, depression, and relationship issues such as codependency. In my practice, I recognize that being human is complex. Big and small traumas can hold someone back from taking care of themselves, seeing their potential, forming meaningful relationships, taking aligned risks, and living an authentic life. If you are interested in getting to the root of lifelong patterns and emotional triggers that are keeping you from living your best life, then I would love to join you on your healing journey.
Before diving into the healing work, my primary focus is to build trust in the therapeutic relationship and forming a strong connection with you, my client.
I work with teens and adults who are in search of relief from stress, anxiety, panic, anger, low-self-esteem, depression, and relationship issues such as codependency. In my practice, I recognize that being human is complex. Big and small traumas can hold someone back from taking care of themselves, seeing their potential, forming meaningful relationships, taking aligned risks, and living an authentic life. If you are interested in getting to the root of lifelong patterns and emotional triggers that are keeping you from living your best life, then I would love to join you on your healing journey.
I specialize in supporting adults and couples to process emotions, build emotional security and connection, and encourage growth and healing. I have extensive experience working with young adults seeking support for mental health concerns, life transitions, personal growth, and relationship concerns. I am also delighted to work with dating and premarital couples, exploring ways in which to establish a secure foundation to build a flourishing relationship.
I specialize in supporting adults and couples to process emotions, build emotional security and connection, and encourage growth and healing. I have extensive experience working with young adults seeking support for mental health concerns, life transitions, personal growth, and relationship concerns. I am also delighted to work with dating and premarital couples, exploring ways in which to establish a secure foundation to build a flourishing relationship.
My clinical interests and specialties include childhood/adult trauma, childhood sexual abuse, LGBTQ+ affirmative care, couples/ relationship issues, identity and intersectionality, gender and sexuality, and grief/loss.
Seeking therapy for yourself can be complex and multi-layered. Finding a therapist you connect with is essential. I work interactively and collaboratively to support you at your pace while helping you move toward the fullest expression of the life you wish to lead. I value and utilize a trauma-informed lens wherein I aim to co-create a safe holding environment where the changes you hope for can occur. The therapeutic relationship is the backdrop for investigation, integration, and healing with openness, curiosity, self-compassion, and tenderness. I aim to embody authenticity, humor, and generosity throughout my work with clients.
My clinical interests and specialties include childhood/adult trauma, childhood sexual abuse, LGBTQ+ affirmative care, couples/ relationship issues, identity and intersectionality, gender and sexuality, and grief/loss.
Seeking therapy for yourself can be complex and multi-layered. Finding a therapist you connect with is essential. I work interactively and collaboratively to support you at your pace while helping you move toward the fullest expression of the life you wish to lead. I value and utilize a trauma-informed lens wherein I aim to co-create a safe holding environment where the changes you hope for can occur. The therapeutic relationship is the backdrop for investigation, integration, and healing with openness, curiosity, self-compassion, and tenderness. I aim to embody authenticity, humor, and generosity throughout my work with clients.
Glenda G. Love
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW, PhD, in, Progres
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93309
I see clients for relationship counseling, depression, anxiety, as well as gender and sexuality issues.
I hold an M.S. in Sociology with a Certificate in Criminology and Corrections, an M.S.W. in Social Work, and am finishing a Ph.D. in Social Work. I am the past President of the Domestic Violence Advisory Council 2014 (and 2008), with expertise in domestic abuse, sexual assault and children exposed to domestic abuse. I volunteer with the American Red Cross as a Mental Health Clinician, deploying to Moore, Oklahoma in May 2013 for the Spring Tornadoes, Austin, TX in October for the Halloween Flood and the Volcano eruptions in Hilo, Hawaii 2018. Along with individual counseling, I offer relationship, family, children, and teens.
I see clients for relationship counseling, depression, anxiety, as well as gender and sexuality issues.
I hold an M.S. in Sociology with a Certificate in Criminology and Corrections, an M.S.W. in Social Work, and am finishing a Ph.D. in Social Work. I am the past President of the Domestic Violence Advisory Council 2014 (and 2008), with expertise in domestic abuse, sexual assault and children exposed to domestic abuse. I volunteer with the American Red Cross as a Mental Health Clinician, deploying to Moore, Oklahoma in May 2013 for the Spring Tornadoes, Austin, TX in October for the Halloween Flood and the Volcano eruptions in Hilo, Hawaii 2018. Along with individual counseling, I offer relationship, family, children, and teens.
I am a California licensed psychologist with over four decades of experience. I specialize in anxiety disorders, eating disorders, and relationship issues. Most of my work is with couples and I have had extensive education, training and experience. To date I have worked with over a thousand couples. My work is with relationships that I work with couples, individuals, all ethnicities and cultures, and couples gay and straight. I work with premarital counseling, infidelity, divorce prevention, and couples who simply want more satisfaction in their relationship.
I am a California licensed psychologist with over four decades of experience. I specialize in anxiety disorders, eating disorders, and relationship issues. Most of my work is with couples and I have had extensive education, training and experience. To date I have worked with over a thousand couples. My work is with relationships that I work with couples, individuals, all ethnicities and cultures, and couples gay and straight. I work with premarital counseling, infidelity, divorce prevention, and couples who simply want more satisfaction in their relationship.
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While need for human connection appears to be innate, the ability to form healthy, loving relationships is learned. Some evidence suggests that the ability to form a stable relationship starts to form in infancy, in a child's earliest experiences with a caregiver who reliably meets the infant's needs for food, care, warmth, protection, stimulation, and social contact. Such relationships are not destiny, but they are theorized to establish deeply ingrained patterns of relating to others. The end of a relationship, however, is often a source of great psychological anguish.