Trauma and PTSD therapists in Bakersfield, California CA
Find experienced trauma and PTSD therapists in Bakersfield who provide testing, evidence-based treatment for trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, and related challenges such as anxiety, depression, and stress. Compare detailed therapist profiles and connect with a provider that’s right for you.
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Trauma and PTSD
Shila Vardell, AMFT
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT
Are you tired of trauma and PTSD constantly showing up in your life? I am here to provide a safe space to help you explore your trauma and identify triggers.
3 Years Experience
Online in Bakersfield, CA California
Trauma and PTSD
Danielle Esses
Psychologist, PsyD
Trauma can leave you feeling on edge, emotionally overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that once made sense but no longer serve you. Therapy focuses on helping you understand the impact of what you’ve been through, strengthen your sense of safety, and move toward a life that feels less organized around survival.
8 Years Experience
Online in Bakersfield, CA California
Trauma and PTSD
Best Life Counseling Services
Counselor/Therapist, LPCC, LMFT, APCC
Experiencing trauma can have lasting effects on how individuals feel, think, and relate to others. Our therapists provide a safe and supportive environment where clients can process difficult experiences at their own pace. Using trauma-informed approaches, we help clients develop coping strategies, restore a sense of safety, and work toward healing and emotional resilience.
12 Years Experience
Online in Bakersfield, CA California
Trauma and PTSD
Dr. Mazmanyan and Associates
Psychologist, Ph.D
The wounds from our past show up in our lives today and tomorrow. But they don't need to hurt the same each time. We will work together to understand how trauma is stored in our bodies and how we can practice resiliency in our every day lives.
11 Years Experience
Online in Bakersfield, CA California
Trauma and PTSD
Shayda Ewalt
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Trauma is not just what happened, it is how the nervous system adapted in order to survive. PTSD symptoms such as hypervigilance, flashbacks, emotional numbing, or reactivity are protective responses that once served a purpose. Using approaches such as EMDR, Brainspotting, and somatic work, we gently process trauma so your body no longer has to live as though the danger is still present.
10 Years Experience
Online in Bakersfield, CA California (Online Only)
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.
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Bakersfield, California Statistics
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Bakersfield, California average 15 years of experience and charge around $205 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (65%), Psychodynamic Therapy (42%), and Existential / Humanistic Therapy (36%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$205
Accept insurance
40%
Offer sliding scale
50%
Gender ID
| 71% |
Female |
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| 24% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 60% |
In Person and Online |
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| 40% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 65% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 42% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 36% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 35% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 33% | Somatic Therapy |
| 32% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 59% | Young Adult |
| 54% | Teen |
| 50% | Senior |
| 26% | Children |
Client Focus
| 59% | Women |
| 45% | LGBTQ+ |
| 37% | Men |
| 24% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 24% | Persons with Disabilities |