Eating Disorders therapists in Bakersfield, California CA
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Eating Disorders
Dr. Glenn Francis
Marriage and Family Therapist, Psy.D., MFT
Our emotional relationship with food is a powerful path of self-development if we find ourselves walking upon it. "The path of food" is a different way of viewing struggles with emotional eating, a way that is hard work, but extraordinarily illuminating of some of the deepest parts of ourselves. Struggles with food and eating are not accidents, nor are they pathology, but the yearning in the depth of ourselves to find freedom and ease in life. Accompaniment by another who knows this path can be extraordinarily helpful and comforting as you walk the way of food.
29 Years Experience
Online in Bakersfield, CA California
Eating Disorders
Dr. Shawn V Giammattei
Psychologist, PhD
Eating disorders, especially in youth is an area several of our clinicians work with. I have been working in the area for over 20 years, with a special focus on family based treatment.
17 Years Experience
Online in Bakersfield, CA California
Eating Disorders
Dr. Sonia Ovuehor Ovy
Counselor/Therapist, Doctor of science in Counselling Psychology, Msc Conflict Resolution, Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapy, Counselling and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Certificate in Mental Health Studies, Suicide Prevention and Intervention, Diploma in Relationship and Family Counselling, CPD in Neuro Linguistic Programming.
I provide compassionate and evidence-based therapy that have been proven to help with eating disorders, such as:
- Anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and other disorders
- Body image concerns and self-esteem
- Emotional regulation and coping skills
- Nutrition and meal planning support
- Trauma-informed care
- Mindful eating and self-care practices
- Family dynamics and relationship support
- Health at Every Size (HAES) principles
9 Years Experience
Online in Bakersfield, CA California (Online Only)
Eating Disorders
Melissa Quinn Pollock
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I work with clients who may have co-morbid eating disorders or a history of eating disorder from a multi-faceted approach that highlights bodily autonomy. For clients with mild ED symptoms.
13 Years Experience
Online in Bakersfield, CA California (Online Only)
Eating Disorders
Sara Denman
Psychologist, Psy.D
Eating disorders are far more common than most people are award of. It can be your best friend and worst enemy. Unlike other addictions, giving up food is not an option, therefore, it can present unique challenges to treat. That being said, it is an issue which therapy can be successful for someone who is ready to tackle the eating disorder and the challenges that it became a coping skill to manage.
27 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.
Eating Disorders therapists in Bakersfield, California Statistics
Eating Disorders therapists in Bakersfield, California average 16 years of experience and charge around $205 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (63%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (47%), and Somatic Therapy (44%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$205
Accept insurance
26%
Offer sliding scale
49%
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 65% |
In Person and Online |
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| 35% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 63% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 47% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 44% | Somatic Therapy |
| 42% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 42% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 40% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 37% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 63% | Young Adult |
| 60% | Teen |
| 53% | Senior |
| 42% | Children |
Client Focus
| 56% | Women |
| 51% | LGBTQ+ |
| 44% | Men |
| 33% | Black / African American |
| 26% | Christian |