Addictions therapists in Bakersfield, CA
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Substance Abuse
Nancee Belshaw
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
If alcohol, drugs, or other addictive behaviors are interfering with your relationships, well-being, or sense of control, you deserve understanding rather than judgment. I offer a compassionate, confidential environment where we can explore the emotional experiences and patterns underlying these difficulties. Together, we can work toward healthier coping strategies, greater self-awareness, and lasting positive changes that support a more satisfying and balanced life.
41 Years Experience
Online in Bakersfield, CA
Substance Abuse
Sexual Recovery Coach
Counselor/Therapist, PhD, CST, CADC-III, CTA-CC
Whatever your drug of choice is, the notion of giving it up and living without it can seem impossible. As an internationally certified addiction counselor (ICAdC), I help addicted individuals create new resources, patterns and habits as they achieve a level of sobriety and begin navigating life sober. Stopping the behavior is the first step. The second phase is crucial; identifying what purpose the addiction serves, what were the contributing factors. Once there is a higher level of awareness, new methods of self-soothing and emotional regulation can be developed. Addiction is a prison; recovery is an escape from that prison.
20 Years Experience
Online in Bakersfield, CA
Substance Abuse
Phillip McCulley
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CSAT
I work with individuals and couples who are struggling with substance use or addictive patterns that are affecting their relationships, mental health, or sense of self. This may include concerns related to alcohol, drugs, or compulsive behaviors that feel difficult to control. My approach is supportive and non judgmental, with a focus on understanding what the behavior is doing for you, rather than simply trying to eliminate it.
Together, we look at the emotional, relational, and situational factors that contribute to addiction, as well as the impact these patterns have on trust, intimacy, and communication. I help clients develop healthier coping strategies, increase accountability, and create realistic plans for change that fit their lives. For couples, this often includes working through betrayal, rebuilding trust, and establishing clearer boundaries and expectations.
I also integrate trauma informed care, mindfulness, and motivation based strategies to support long term recovery and emotional stability. Whether you are early in the process of change or returning to therapy after setbacks, I offer a space where progress can happen without shame, pressure, or judgment.
22 Years Experience
Online in Bakersfield, CA
Substance Abuse
Courtland McPherson
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW
Addictions and substance use can break us down. It can leave us feeling lost, in pain, shameful and guilty. Finding the proper treatment can help. I have been helping folks with addictions move through their suffering for over ten years. Let's get you back to you!
17 Years Experience
Online in Bakersfield, CA (Online Only)
Substance Abuse
California Center for Change
Psychologist, PhD
Addiction is not a moral failing or a lack of willpower. It is a complex response to pain, stress, and unmet needs that over time takes on a life of its own. Whether you are struggling with alcohol, drugs, or other compulsive behaviors, we help you understand the full picture of your use, what started it, what sustains it, and what has made it so hard to stop. Our approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and tailored to your goals. We don't believe there is one right path to recovery and we will work with you to find the best one for you.
17 Years Experience
Online in Bakersfield, CA (Online Only)
Addictions therapists in Bakersfield, CA Statistics
Addictions therapists in Bakersfield, CA average 18 years of experience and charge around $209 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (68%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (40%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (39%).
Average years in practice
18 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$209
Accept insurance
35%
Offer sliding scale
42%
Gender ID
| 52% |
Female |
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| 42% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 63% |
In Person and Online |
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| 37% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 68% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 40% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 39% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 36% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 32% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 32% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 30% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 60% | Senior |
| 56% | Young Adult |
| 50% | Teen |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 53% | Women |
| 49% | Men |
| 46% | LGBTQ+ |
| 33% | Christian |
| 30% | Buddhist |