Depression therapists in Bakersfield, California CA
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Depression
Shila Vardell, AMFT
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT
Depression can be intrusive and often leave you feeling as if it will never go away. We can work together to explore what is happening under the surface of the depression. We will work together to help you feel empowered and develop a greater sense of agency over your life.
3 Years Experience
Online in Bakersfield, CA California
Depression
Danielle Esses
Psychologist, PsyD
Depression can look like emptiness, hopelessness, low motivation, self-criticism, or feeling disconnected from yourself and other people. Therapy focuses on understanding the emotional and relational context of depression while helping you gradually re-engage with your life in a more connected and effective way.
8 Years Experience
Online in Bakersfield, CA California
Depression
Aimen Bukhari
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT 144748, LPCC 18977
I provide therapy for adults experiencing depression, emotional numbness, low motivation, and internal heaviness, even when life looks “fine” from the outside. Treatment focuses on restoring steadiness and meaning while addressing the deeper patterns that contribute to withdrawal and exhaustion.
7 Years Experience
Online in Bakersfield, CA California (Online Only)
Depression
Best Life Counseling Services
Counselor/Therapist, LPCC, LMFT, APCC
Depression can leave you feeling exhausted, disconnected, and overwhelmed by even the simplest daily tasks. Our therapists provide a compassionate and nonjudgmental space where clients can openly explore their experiences and begin to understand what may be contributing to their feelings. Together, we work to rebuild emotional balance, develop supportive coping strategies, and help clients reconnect with a sense of hope and meaning in their lives.
12 Years Experience
Online in Bakersfield, CA California
Depression
Dr. Mazmanyan and Associates
Psychologist, Ph.D
Feeling sad, stuck, or in a funk does not have to last forever. We will help you get out of it and start to feel like yourself in less time than you think. With us by your side you will learn how to implement changes in your life that will start to change how you feel. We will also explore what is beneath the symptoms to help make the changes last.
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 Center 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.
Depression therapists in Bakersfield, California Statistics
Depression therapists in Bakersfield, California average 16 years of experience and charge around $207 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (69%), Psychodynamic Therapy (45%), and Existential / Humanistic Therapy (37%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$207
Accept insurance
37%
Offer sliding scale
50%
Gender ID
| 68% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 62% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 38% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 69% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 45% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 37% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 34% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 31% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 30% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 61% | Young Adult |
| 56% | Senior |
| 55% | Teen |
| 27% | Children |
Client Focus
| 56% | Women |
| 43% | LGBTQ+ |
| 40% | Men |
| 28% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 25% | Christian |