Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in 93308

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Patricia Gomez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93308
I often incorporate Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy to help my clients identify problematic thinking and retrain the brain to implement more positive and productive strategies! Some other modalities that I believe in are Narrative Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Hi, my name is Patricia Gomez. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California and have been practicing in the field of mental health since 2001. I understand that therapy is about you and what you need, so I often refer to clients as the driver and myself as the passenger, sitting alongside my clients through their own personal journey! My role is to facilitate discussion and prompt new ways of thinking in order to inspire fresh perspectives.
I often incorporate Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy to help my clients identify problematic thinking and retrain the brain to implement more positive and productive strategies! Some other modalities that I believe in are Narrative Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Hi, my name is Patricia Gomez. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California and have been practicing in the field of mental health since 2001. I understand that therapy is about you and what you need, so I often refer to clients as the driver and myself as the passenger, sitting alongside my clients through their own personal journey! My role is to facilitate discussion and prompt new ways of thinking in order to inspire fresh perspectives.
(661) 449-9207 View (661) 449-9207
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William Gordon
Psychologist, CP
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93308
My most common theoretical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), with a strong emphasis on Spirituality as a unifying strength.
Hello, I am Dr. William Gordon. I hold a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and a Master's degree in Forensic Psychology, with over 35 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of mental health concerns, including but not limited to, Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, Trauma, and other Stress-Related Disorders, Attention Deficit Disorders, Personality Disorders, and a wide range of addictive disorders.
My most common theoretical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy ( DBT), and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), with a strong emphasis on Spirituality as a unifying strength.
Hello, I am Dr. William Gordon. I hold a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and a Master's degree in Forensic Psychology, with over 35 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of mental health concerns, including but not limited to, Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, Trauma, and other Stress-Related Disorders, Attention Deficit Disorders, Personality Disorders, and a wide range of addictive disorders.
(916) 432-2695 View (916) 432-2695
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Amarilys Reyes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93308
Hi! Ser padre/madre, mujer, hija/hijo y pareja en esta nueva etapa de tu vida puede ser una tarea muy difícil, pero no tiene que enfrentarla solo. Me alegro que haya llegado hasta mi para poder brindarle mi ayuda. I am a Latinx, mother, educator, Bilingual Spanish Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Clinical Supervisor in the state of California.
Hi! Ser padre/madre, mujer, hija/hijo y pareja en esta nueva etapa de tu vida puede ser una tarea muy difícil, pero no tiene que enfrentarla solo. Me alegro que haya llegado hasta mi para poder brindarle mi ayuda. I am a Latinx, mother, educator, Bilingual Spanish Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Clinical Supervisor in the state of California.
(661) 486-5262 View (661) 486-5262
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Kristina Holt-Reber
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93308
Hi, my name is Dr. Kristina Holt-Reber, and I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist. I value and put collaboration with YOU first and use a person-centered, humanistic, and trauma-informed approach to therapy. I have spent a lot of my education focusing on Trauma and Anxiety related disorders and have a passion for serving the LGBTQIA+ community. I typically work with clients struggling with anxiety, mood or trauma-related concerns and feel very comfortable treating those conditions.
Hi, my name is Dr. Kristina Holt-Reber, and I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist. I value and put collaboration with YOU first and use a person-centered, humanistic, and trauma-informed approach to therapy. I have spent a lot of my education focusing on Trauma and Anxiety related disorders and have a passion for serving the LGBTQIA+ community. I typically work with clients struggling with anxiety, mood or trauma-related concerns and feel very comfortable treating those conditions.
(661) 765-8109 View (661) 765-8109
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Juliana Hamon
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93308
I’m a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in CA with over 15 years of hands-on mental health case management and clinical experience working with adolescents, young adults, family units, and parents struggling with mental illness, substance abuse recovery, self-harm, suicidality, parenting, unresolved trauma, and other behavioral and emotional issues pertaining to all areas of their lives. I work from an individualistic holistic approach, being sensitive and aware of cultural, and spiritual, aspects of life that can impact the daily functioning of each individual in a unique way.
I’m a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in CA with over 15 years of hands-on mental health case management and clinical experience working with adolescents, young adults, family units, and parents struggling with mental illness, substance abuse recovery, self-harm, suicidality, parenting, unresolved trauma, and other behavioral and emotional issues pertaining to all areas of their lives. I work from an individualistic holistic approach, being sensitive and aware of cultural, and spiritual, aspects of life that can impact the daily functioning of each individual in a unique way.
(661) 724-4276 View (661) 724-4276
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Michelle Watson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93308
My name is Michelle Watson, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I specialize in the treatment of addiction and help people recover from depression, anxiety, co-dependency, trauma, and dysfunctional behavior that results from trauma. I especially enjoy working with Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACA) and dysfunctional families. I take a strength-based and client-centered approach to therapy with a focus on skill-building. I'm trained in motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based stress reduction, and cognitive processing therapy.
My name is Michelle Watson, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I specialize in the treatment of addiction and help people recover from depression, anxiety, co-dependency, trauma, and dysfunctional behavior that results from trauma. I especially enjoy working with Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACA) and dysfunctional families. I take a strength-based and client-centered approach to therapy with a focus on skill-building. I'm trained in motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based stress reduction, and cognitive processing therapy.
(661) 410-7476 View (661) 410-7476
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Katie Kaufman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93308
Hello, my name is Katie Kaufman, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Southern California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I offer therapy and coaching services to young adults and adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, ADD & ADHD, stress, work/career, self-love, self-esteem, life purpose and meaning, life transitions, relationship issues, grief and loss, and more. I have found that my style and approach is a good fit for young adults and adults who may be dealing with the challenges of life transitions and purpose, social pressures, school/work/career, and relationships.
Hello, my name is Katie Kaufman, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Southern California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I offer therapy and coaching services to young adults and adults and specialize in depression, anxiety, ADD & ADHD, stress, work/career, self-love, self-esteem, life purpose and meaning, life transitions, relationship issues, grief and loss, and more. I have found that my style and approach is a good fit for young adults and adults who may be dealing with the challenges of life transitions and purpose, social pressures, school/work/career, and relationships.
(951) 744-9228 View (951) 744-9228
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Sandra Velasco-Scott
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93308
(661) 370-2930 View (661) 370-2930

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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists

How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.

What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?

The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.

Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?

Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.

How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?

A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.