Trauma and PTSD Therapists in 93301
Monica M Morovich Certified Emdr Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PPSC, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Waitlist for new clients
I believe building a genuine connection between the therapist and client is a very important first step. Within this relationship I offer a safe, non-judgmental, compassionate environment. My goal is to meet you where you are; whether you are struggling with trauma, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, or stress, counseling can be a life-enriching experience. I will be walking with you on your journey to facing life's challenges.
I believe building a genuine connection between the therapist and client is a very important first step. Within this relationship I offer a safe, non-judgmental, compassionate environment. My goal is to meet you where you are; whether you are struggling with trauma, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, or stress, counseling can be a life-enriching experience. I will be walking with you on your journey to facing life's challenges.
Dena Barnes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, ATR, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93301
I have experience helping with depression, anxiety, trauma/ptsd, dual diagnoses, substance abuse and behavioral and developmental diagnoses.
Sometimes, it's hard to know how to change things without the help of someone you trust. Perhaps you are ready to make a change in your life...ready to finally close the gap between the way your life is and the way you would like it to be? I'd like to help you along that journey. My goal is to help each client develop a pathway to achieve inner health, resolve conflicts, and find happiness and wholeness in their lives. Here, you will find an open, safe and empathic space for transformation.
I have experience helping with depression, anxiety, trauma/ptsd, dual diagnoses, substance abuse and behavioral and developmental diagnoses.
Sometimes, it's hard to know how to change things without the help of someone you trust. Perhaps you are ready to make a change in your life...ready to finally close the gap between the way your life is and the way you would like it to be? I'd like to help you along that journey. My goal is to help each client develop a pathway to achieve inner health, resolve conflicts, and find happiness and wholeness in their lives. Here, you will find an open, safe and empathic space for transformation.
Nastasia Santoyo
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Hello, my name is Nastasia Santoyo, and I have been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for 3 years and have worked in the mental health field for 12 years. I have worked with children in the school, community mental, crisis, and foster care settings. I have experience working with adults in both arenas of severe crisis to brief support to process stressors. My focus areas of practice are cognitive behavioral therapy and EMDR. My client focuses ranges from work with pre-teens to older adults. I am most comfortable treating trauma, PTSD, and brief crises.
Hello, my name is Nastasia Santoyo, and I have been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for 3 years and have worked in the mental health field for 12 years. I have worked with children in the school, community mental, crisis, and foster care settings. I have experience working with adults in both arenas of severe crisis to brief support to process stressors. My focus areas of practice are cognitive behavioral therapy and EMDR. My client focuses ranges from work with pre-teens to older adults. I am most comfortable treating trauma, PTSD, and brief crises.
Artisa M Moten
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93301
“You don’t lose if you get knocked down, you lose if you stay down (Ali)” I understand that as we experience life we will inevitably encounter obstacles and stressors that challenge us to change. I also believe these moments present opportunities for transformation. Together, we can build an excellent foundation in achieving your needs, wants, and desires. Having over 10 years experience, Certified Trauma Specialist, Grief Specialist, and trainer for the workplace has allowed me to successfully work with various cultures, social economic backgrounds, and community organizations.
“You don’t lose if you get knocked down, you lose if you stay down (Ali)” I understand that as we experience life we will inevitably encounter obstacles and stressors that challenge us to change. I also believe these moments present opportunities for transformation. Together, we can build an excellent foundation in achieving your needs, wants, and desires. Having over 10 years experience, Certified Trauma Specialist, Grief Specialist, and trainer for the workplace has allowed me to successfully work with various cultures, social economic backgrounds, and community organizations.
Shelia Clark
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93301 (Online Only)
I have been active in mental health care for over 40 years, currently specializing in PTSD and other trauma issues. I developed a treatment protocol, called Personalized Embodied Rhythm Coupling (PERC), which is designed to meet your individual needs. “Embodied” means that treatment will help you feel “at home” and “safe” in your body, being in your body in the moment to feel all its emotional, sensory, and physical sensations. You will be connected to, and accept, all parts of your body. You will be able to self-soothe when feeling anxious or fearful.
I have been active in mental health care for over 40 years, currently specializing in PTSD and other trauma issues. I developed a treatment protocol, called Personalized Embodied Rhythm Coupling (PERC), which is designed to meet your individual needs. “Embodied” means that treatment will help you feel “at home” and “safe” in your body, being in your body in the moment to feel all its emotional, sensory, and physical sensations. You will be connected to, and accept, all parts of your body. You will be able to self-soothe when feeling anxious or fearful.
Hope Empowers Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA , LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93301
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in Kern County. I have treated both adults, adolescents, and couples who have struggled with depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, bipolar, ODD, and relational stressors. I also enjoy working with transitional youth between the ages of 16-21yrs old assisting with goal setting and developing meaningful living. I further have experience working with clients on spiritual and faith matters.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in Kern County. I have treated both adults, adolescents, and couples who have struggled with depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, bipolar, ODD, and relational stressors. I also enjoy working with transitional youth between the ages of 16-21yrs old assisting with goal setting and developing meaningful living. I further have experience working with clients on spiritual and faith matters.
Lindsay Rickel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93301 (Online Only)
I specialize in providing evidence-based treatment to individuals with anxiety, depression, trauma and emotion dysregulation.
Do you have a strong inner-critic? Do you find that your mood drives your behaviors? Is it hard to identify what you are feeling? Does this impact your relationships? You may feel overwhelmed by this, but it is helpful to remember that you are not in it alone. Utilizing a variety of evidenced-based practices, I will help you learn skills to change these behavioral patterns and more effectively navigate your internal experiences as well as the challenges you face in your life.
I specialize in providing evidence-based treatment to individuals with anxiety, depression, trauma and emotion dysregulation.
Do you have a strong inner-critic? Do you find that your mood drives your behaviors? Is it hard to identify what you are feeling? Does this impact your relationships? You may feel overwhelmed by this, but it is helpful to remember that you are not in it alone. Utilizing a variety of evidenced-based practices, I will help you learn skills to change these behavioral patterns and more effectively navigate your internal experiences as well as the challenges you face in your life.
Elizabeth Wise
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93301 (Online Only)
She believes that anyone has the power to grow and evolve from past trauma and stagnancy.
Dr. Elizabeth Wise graduated with a Masters of Social Work with a concentration in Mental Health from the USC. She completed her licensure hours while also obtaining her PsyD from Cal Southern University. Elizabeth's work as a therapist at Happier Living, Ananda Rayne, STEPS, Aspire Behavioral Health, Clinica Sierra Vista, and Sovereign Health has helped her gain a great deal of knowledge about behavioral health and addiction. She's worked with children, teens, individuals, couples, and families providing psycho-ed and psychotherapy, and uses a wide range of modalities.
She believes that anyone has the power to grow and evolve from past trauma and stagnancy.
Dr. Elizabeth Wise graduated with a Masters of Social Work with a concentration in Mental Health from the USC. She completed her licensure hours while also obtaining her PsyD from Cal Southern University. Elizabeth's work as a therapist at Happier Living, Ananda Rayne, STEPS, Aspire Behavioral Health, Clinica Sierra Vista, and Sovereign Health has helped her gain a great deal of knowledge about behavioral health and addiction. She's worked with children, teens, individuals, couples, and families providing psycho-ed and psychotherapy, and uses a wide range of modalities.
Erika M Melendez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Waitlist for new clients
I use different therapy tools to help you or your child work through difficult events we often call trauma.
Are you looking for someone to work with your infant, toddler, kid, teen or young adult? I would be honored to work with your child to manage day to day stressors or more severe issues like sexual assault, dating violence, bullying, or grief. I also love to work with parents or other caretakers/support people to provide education and work collaboratively to help the child feel whole and able to thrive! Regardless if your child is 1 or 25 I want to help them reach their goals to heal and feel empowered!
I use different therapy tools to help you or your child work through difficult events we often call trauma.
Are you looking for someone to work with your infant, toddler, kid, teen or young adult? I would be honored to work with your child to manage day to day stressors or more severe issues like sexual assault, dating violence, bullying, or grief. I also love to work with parents or other caretakers/support people to provide education and work collaboratively to help the child feel whole and able to thrive! Regardless if your child is 1 or 25 I want to help them reach their goals to heal and feel empowered!
Alexis Bird
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bakersfield, CA 93301
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, or trauma, I am committed to helping adults, adolescents, and children learn how to cope and grow from these difficulties. My work focuses on assisting individuals and families to discover their resilience and to nurture their mental health. I believe in taking a client-centered, collaborative approach to assist in achieving goals and overcoming life's obstacles.
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, or trauma, I am committed to helping adults, adolescents, and children learn how to cope and grow from these difficulties. My work focuses on assisting individuals and families to discover their resilience and to nurture their mental health. I believe in taking a client-centered, collaborative approach to assist in achieving goals and overcoming life's obstacles.
Alicia Aguirre
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93301
I have had the opportunity to provide services to those struggling with depression, anxiety, anger, trauma etc.
Welcome to my profile. I take pride in providing services for those in need. I believe it's important to build good rapport with my clients while providing a safe and comfortable therapeutic environment in order to meet their needs and goals.
I have had the opportunity to provide services to those struggling with depression, anxiety, anger, trauma etc.
Welcome to my profile. I take pride in providing services for those in need. I believe it's important to build good rapport with my clients while providing a safe and comfortable therapeutic environment in order to meet their needs and goals.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, SH, CHT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93301 (Online Only)
Also experienced in: Relationship Issues, Trauma & Abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related Issues, Eating Disorders, Loneliness, Divorce, Life Changes, Moving, Financial Stress, Finding Hope, Evaluating Big Decisions, Creating a New You, & Prioritizing.
My belief as a therapist and as a person is that all people, no matter where they are in life, are equipped with the innate ability to experience mental health. I do not see people as “broken”, rather, at some point in life, all people will find themselves “stuck” for one reason or another. My focus is to create a safe environment to educate and support clients while assisting them in meeting and exceeding their stated life goals.
Also experienced in: Relationship Issues, Trauma & Abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related Issues, Eating Disorders, Loneliness, Divorce, Life Changes, Moving, Financial Stress, Finding Hope, Evaluating Big Decisions, Creating a New You, & Prioritizing.
My belief as a therapist and as a person is that all people, no matter where they are in life, are equipped with the innate ability to experience mental health. I do not see people as “broken”, rather, at some point in life, all people will find themselves “stuck” for one reason or another. My focus is to create a safe environment to educate and support clients while assisting them in meeting and exceeding their stated life goals.
Yesica Pantoja
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93301 (Online Only)
As an LMFT, my therapeutic approach is one that can help you understand how individual problems can, at times, be connected to past and current social experiences. I have found success working with individuals interested in diving deeper into their thought patterns and exploring how their early life experiences play a role in the development of their current self. We would work well together if you are interested in addressing relationship difficulties, trauma, generational and cultural pressures, anxiety, and depression.
As an LMFT, my therapeutic approach is one that can help you understand how individual problems can, at times, be connected to past and current social experiences. I have found success working with individuals interested in diving deeper into their thought patterns and exploring how their early life experiences play a role in the development of their current self. We would work well together if you are interested in addressing relationship difficulties, trauma, generational and cultural pressures, anxiety, and depression.
Jenny Thoman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bakersfield, CA 93301
I ACCEPT ANTHEM BLUE CROSS SISC & CASH paying clients. I have a passion for helping others find healing and growth in their lives and in their relationships with others. I have 20 years of experience working in the mental health field. I have a great deal of experience working with grief, loss, and trauma issues.
I ACCEPT ANTHEM BLUE CROSS SISC & CASH paying clients. I have a passion for helping others find healing and growth in their lives and in their relationships with others. I have 20 years of experience working in the mental health field. I have a great deal of experience working with grief, loss, and trauma issues.
Janelle Goh, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Thank you for letting me be a part of your journey! I am ONLY taking patients who are young/new moms or moms with depression. This focus specializing in helping moms (especially new moms) adjust to motherhood and the stressors that this transition brings is a passion of mine and I have been doing a lot of training to groups about this. Most of us LOVE our babies, but find the transition into parenthood difficult. I can help with Postpartum Adjustment/depression/anxiety/PTSD, Birth Trauma and just feeling "NORMAL" again. I love helping families!
Thank you for letting me be a part of your journey! I am ONLY taking patients who are young/new moms or moms with depression. This focus specializing in helping moms (especially new moms) adjust to motherhood and the stressors that this transition brings is a passion of mine and I have been doing a lot of training to groups about this. Most of us LOVE our babies, but find the transition into parenthood difficult. I can help with Postpartum Adjustment/depression/anxiety/PTSD, Birth Trauma and just feeling "NORMAL" again. I love helping families!
Patrick Middleton Christian Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Welcome. I work with adults and teens looking for Christ-centered professional therapy. Being Christian doesn't make us immune to suffering and you're not alone in your struggles. We live in a fallen world. Family issues, trauma, suffering, depression, anxiety and extreme anger are very real challenges that any of us can face from time to time. I work with people who are tired of the way things have been going in their life, and are wanting to see change as quickly as possible.
Welcome. I work with adults and teens looking for Christ-centered professional therapy. Being Christian doesn't make us immune to suffering and you're not alone in your struggles. We live in a fallen world. Family issues, trauma, suffering, depression, anxiety and extreme anger are very real challenges that any of us can face from time to time. I work with people who are tired of the way things have been going in their life, and are wanting to see change as quickly as possible.
C&L Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bakersfield, CA 93301
With over 20 years of combined experience we have specialized in supporting individuals with overcoming anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and adjusting to life transitions.
Hello! We are Carla and Luis Garcia (C&L), we are both bilingual, Licensed Clinical Social Workers with a passion for serving and helping others heal. Our mission is "To create a safe place where transparency, compassion, and vulnerability exist, leading to transforming and empowering every individual we interact with."
With over 20 years of combined experience we have specialized in supporting individuals with overcoming anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and adjusting to life transitions.
Hello! We are Carla and Luis Garcia (C&L), we are both bilingual, Licensed Clinical Social Workers with a passion for serving and helping others heal. Our mission is "To create a safe place where transparency, compassion, and vulnerability exist, leading to transforming and empowering every individual we interact with."
Healing Your Heart Counseling, LLC
Pastoral Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bakersfield, CA 93301
As a Christian, is it difficult to find somewhere or someone you can trust with your life’s details? Are you imprisoned by pain, emotions, bad habits, or difficult relational dynamics? I am a biblical counselor helping clients overcome anxiety, fear, depression, familial issues, including trauma and loss. My clients find affirmation, validation, healing, hope, and a safe place to process. If you are feeling stuck or unsafe sharing your intimate details in a church setting, Healing Your Heart Counseling provides a confidential setting along with biblical tools and resources to provide both freedom and hope to your heart!
As a Christian, is it difficult to find somewhere or someone you can trust with your life’s details? Are you imprisoned by pain, emotions, bad habits, or difficult relational dynamics? I am a biblical counselor helping clients overcome anxiety, fear, depression, familial issues, including trauma and loss. My clients find affirmation, validation, healing, hope, and a safe place to process. If you are feeling stuck or unsafe sharing your intimate details in a church setting, Healing Your Heart Counseling provides a confidential setting along with biblical tools and resources to provide both freedom and hope to your heart!
Yuli Avila
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Are you a new parent struggling with the transition to parenthood? Are you pregnant and experiencing depression, anxiety, or PTSD? Did you have a traumatic birth experience and don't know how to cope? I specialize in perinatal mental health, meaning I work with mainly pregnant mothers or mothers in the postpartum period. I also help mothers who are struggling with a variety of issues, whether it's their relationships, parenting, balancing the demands of motherhood, mom guilt, postpartum disorders, etc. If this sounds like you, I'd love to work together and be of support.
Are you a new parent struggling with the transition to parenthood? Are you pregnant and experiencing depression, anxiety, or PTSD? Did you have a traumatic birth experience and don't know how to cope? I specialize in perinatal mental health, meaning I work with mainly pregnant mothers or mothers in the postpartum period. I also help mothers who are struggling with a variety of issues, whether it's their relationships, parenting, balancing the demands of motherhood, mom guilt, postpartum disorders, etc. If this sounds like you, I'd love to work together and be of support.
Becca Ferguson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bakersfield, CA 93301
I enjoy helping individuals and couples from 18 y/o through late adulthood. If you need help improving your life & your relationships, I can give you the tools you need! My clients tell me I am genuine and easy to talk to, and they feel they leave each session with realistic tools to improve their day to day lives. I like to work with a variety of individuals, couples, and families, on trauma, anxiety, depression and other issues, and I specialize in working with individuals with all types of sexual problems such as porn and sex addiction. I also love working with people with intellectual disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
I enjoy helping individuals and couples from 18 y/o through late adulthood. If you need help improving your life & your relationships, I can give you the tools you need! My clients tell me I am genuine and easy to talk to, and they feel they leave each session with realistic tools to improve their day to day lives. I like to work with a variety of individuals, couples, and families, on trauma, anxiety, depression and other issues, and I specialize in working with individuals with all types of sexual problems such as porn and sex addiction. I also love working with people with intellectual disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
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Trauma and PTSD Therapists
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.