Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors therapists in Bakersfield, California CA
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Jennifer Warkentin
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Repetitive picking, restricting, exercising, or injurious behaviors require specialized care. I use a body-positive approach to treat these and pay special attention to the underlying causes contributing to symptomatic behaviors.
18 Years Experience
Online in Bakersfield, CA California (Online Only)
BFRB
Heidi Hartston
Psychologist, PhD
Skin picking, hair pulling and nail biting habits (BFRB's, Body focused repetitive behaviors) are notoriously hard to stop. And they can cause real damage, embarrassment and isolation. If you have had failed attempts to stop these habits, it is not your fault. Working with an experienced therapist using evidence based treatments gives you a big advantage and can lead you to quick and successful long term management. I combine insightful, caring depth work with scientifically validated evidence based techniques that are most effective in freeing you from harmful habits and helping you to reclaim the balanced, happy life you deserve.
35 Years Experience
Online in Bakersfield, CA California (Online Only)
BFRB
Diaspora Therapy Group
Marriage and Family Therapist, DSW, LMFT
We offer compassionate, non-shaming support for body-focused repetitive behaviors such as hair pulling, skin picking, and nail biting. We focus on increasing awareness, reducing shame, understanding triggers, and building practical coping strategies. Our work is strengths-based and respects the role BFRBs may play in emotional regulation.
7 Years Experience
Online in Bakersfield, CA California
BFRB
Arpi Isayan, EMDR Therapist
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I support clients struggling with trichotillomania, skin picking, and other BFRBs (body-focused repetitive behaviors). These patterns often develop in response to anxiety, trauma, or emotional stress. Using EMDR and evidence-based strategies, I help clients better understand their urges, reduce harmful behaviors, and build greater self-awareness and compassion.
8 Years Experience
Online in Bakersfield, CA California (Online Only)
BFRB
Danielle Greenspan, LMFT, LPCC
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT 104395, LPCC 4889
I have extensive experience working with individuals with Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors including hair pulling, skin picking and other behaviors that can be harmful and distressing. I use a client-centered approach to tailor interventions to fit my clients' needs. I particularly like using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) to work through these behaviors.
11 Years Experience
Online in Bakersfield, CA California
Bakersfield sits at the southern end of California's San Joaquin Valley and is shaped by its oil industry and agricultural economy — two sectors with distinct occupational cultures that affect how residents approach mental health and help-seeking. The city has a large and long-established Hispanic community, and bilingual Spanish-English therapists serve a critical access role for families where language barriers limit engagement with mainstream mental health services. Kern Medical provides institutional mental health resources alongside a relatively sparse private practice community — Bakersfield has fewer therapists per capita than comparable California cities, making telehealth an important access route. The city's conservative political culture and strong evangelical community mean faith-integrated approaches to therapy are in consistent demand.
Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors therapists in Bakersfield, California Statistics
Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors therapists in Bakersfield, California average 16 years of experience and charge around $250 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (100%), Psychoeducational Therapy (100%), and Family Systems Therapy (71%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$250
Accept insurance
71%
Offer sliding scale
14%
Gender ID
| 50% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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| 17% |
Non-Binary |
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| 8% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
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| 43% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 100% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 100% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
| 71% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 71% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 57% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 57% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 57% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 71% | Young Adult |
| 57% | Senior |
| 57% | Teen |
| 43% | Children |
Client Focus
| 57% | LGBTQ+ |
| 57% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 57% | Women |
| 43% | Asian |
| 43% | Black / African American |