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Top psychiatrists in Bakersfield, CA accepting new patients

Connect with empowering, solution-oriented providers in Bakersfield neighborhoods including Downtown, East Bakersfield, and Southwest Bakersfield. Headway offers flexible scheduling with availability as soon as next day, free intake consultations, and 933 licensed providers accepting most major insurance plans.

Gloria Sudeta

Gloria Sudeta

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Ontario, CA


“I am dual board-certified family nurse practitioner and a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sunni Gessel

Sunni Gessel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Sonora, CA


“Each session will address any concerns you have with your current mental health medications, current life stressors which may be impacting your mental health, and provide opportunities for questions and learning regarding your medication or mental...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Uloma Anozie

Dr. Uloma Anozie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


My role is to work alongside you to understand your experiences and develop a treatment plan that truly fits your life

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Fidelis Azeke

Dr. Fidelis Azeke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Sacramento, CA


“Dr. Azeke specializes in treating patients with anxiety, depression, and other mood disorders, by providing medication management and other mental health treatment services.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Arkadiy Yaretskiy

Dr. Arkadiy Yaretskiy

Psychiatrist

Virtual • California


“I seek to understand emotional difficulties within the broader context of an individual's life, health, relationships, and culture.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Emilia Anyah

Emilia Anyah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“Working collaboratively with each patient to develop patient centered treatment plans that meet individual needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Chinwe Chukwumerije

Chinwe Chukwumerije

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Jose, CA


“My approach is collaborative, holistic, and patient-centered. I believe that mental health care works best when we function as partners.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dianne Fontaine

Dianne Fontaine

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Redding, CA


My name is Dianne Fontaine, MSN, APRN, and I'm a Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Board Certified (PMHNP-BC) by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). I obtained my Master’s Degree from Walden University and has undergone advanced clinical training, equipping me to assess, diagnose, and treat a spectrum of psychiatric illnesses, as well as provide psychotherapy.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Jonathan Kusmulyana

Jonathan Kusmulyana

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I focus on creating a safe, nonjudgmental, and supportive space where you can feel comfortable being open and heard.”
Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Panic disorders, Stress management
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jordan Tanner

Jordan Tanner

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I believe that meaningful mental health care starts with trust, compassion, and genuine connection. Over the past 15 years, I have worked across a variety of healthcare settings, including trauma nursing, emergency nursing, and nurse leadership roles, caring for individuals and families during some of life's most challenging moments. These experiences have reinforced my belief that every person deserves to be treated with dignity, empathy, and respect.

My commitment to mental health care is also shaped by personal experience. Like many people, I have witnessed the impact of mental health challenges in my own life and among loved ones, which has deepened my understanding of the courage it takes to seek help. I strive to create a welcoming, judgment-free space where clients feel comfortable discussing difficult thoughts, emotions, and life experiences.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Chinyere Onwuli

Chinyere Onwuli

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health care for adults experiencing depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma/PTSD, bipolar disorder, and treatment-resistant mood disorders...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Richard Perez

Richard Perez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Long Beach, CA


Richard Perez is a Board Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. For over 15 years, he has dedicated his career to serving the healthcare needs of Long Beach and Los Angeles County. Richard wants to continue improving the lives of each patient by providing professional, compassionate, and person-centered care.

Richard has spent the last two years providing mental health care to underserved populations. This experience has significantly sharpened his clinical skills, which he now aims to bring to the general patient population.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Bita Saad Adel

Bita Saad Adel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Her goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to take an active role in your mental health journey.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Blessing Omoruyi

Blessing Omoruyi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe in building a therapeutic relationship grounded in trust, empathy, and respect. I take time to listen to my patients' experiences, understand their unique needs, and collaboratively develop personalized treatment plans that address not...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Corey Cabulagan

Corey Cabulagan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is teamwork oriented while meeting you where you're at. It is not a one-size fits all method...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Aniekan Udoh

Aniekan Udoh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fremont, CA


“My goal is to provide clients with the tools they need to improve their emotional well-being—whether through therapy, medication management, or coping techniques.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Olumide Awosika

Olumide Awosika

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe treatment works best when clients feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tracy Toussaint

Tracy Toussaint

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe mental health care is more than symptom management it's about understanding the full picture of a person's life.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Frederick Marino

Frederick Marino

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


I’m a doctoral-prepared, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who works with clients across the lifespan. I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from the University of Arizona and have experience caring for individuals in outpatient, intensive outpatient, and higher-acuity mental health settings. My background includes treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma-related concerns, OCD, mood disorders, and substance use. I take a thoughtful, practical, and individualized approach to care, with the goal of helping clients feel understood, safe, supported, and comfortable being honest when feeling emotionally vulnerable.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Vivienne Peng

Vivienne Peng

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Chino Hills, CA


“I believe that healing begins in a safe, nonjudgmental space. My integrative treatment approach includes medication management, psychotherapy-informed techniques, psychoeducation, and holistic strategies rooted in trauma-informed care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Pawanjit Dhillon

Pawanjit Dhillon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I am double board-certified as both an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner and a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, which allows me to care for patients with complex medical and psychiatric needs through a truly whole-person lens.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kizzy Myisha Parker

Kizzy Myisha Parker

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is thoughtful, structured, and collaborative—focused on helping you regain clarity, stability, and confidence in daily life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Yu-Ning (Angela) Lin

Yu-Ning (Angela) Lin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I'm a strong believer of team work, including professional relationships between clients and health care providers.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Asher Miller

Asher Miller

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Costa Mesa, CA


“I'm committed to empowering patients through education to assist them in making the best decisions regarding their care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ozioma Nwosu

Ozioma Nwosu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I focus on integrative healthcare and believe that physical ailments and mental illnesses are not mutually exclusive but fluid, with each affecting the other.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Navdeep Kaur

Navdeep Kaur

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“As a new mother to a nine-month-old, she brings a compassionate, holistic perspective to her clinical practice.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Folashade Jayeoba-Sampay

Folashade Jayeoba-Sampay

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a supportive, judgment-free environment where you feel heard, respected, and empowered in your care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Louise B Agyemang

Dr. Louise B Agyemang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“She has extensive experience in psychiatric mental health both in pediatric, teenagers and geriatric population and effective management of Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Substance abuse, OCD, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders, Schizophrenia and Mood...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ahila Muthaiya

Ahila Muthaiya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe in empowering individuals to take an active role in their mental health, guiding them towards making meaningful changes...”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Donald Sortonis

Donald Sortonis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Mental health and physical health impact each other profoundly. I have a keen understanding of that with years of experience as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a Family Nurse Practitioner at the same time. I specialize in depressive, mood, anxiety disorders, and ADHD. I am fascinated with integrative medicine and oriental philosophy and their utility in current evidence-based psychotherapy.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Adeduntan Oke

Adeduntan Oke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I prioritize building a strong therapeutic relationship, as I believe trust and open communication are essential for valid progress.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Grace Bowers

Mary Grace Bowers

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I aim to make each client feel comfortable, understood, and empowered throughout their mental health journey.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Jennifer Tapia

Dr. Jennifer Tapia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help you feel more clear, stable, and in control of your life again—with a clear and thoughtful plan forward.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Ekene KC Ezenwaka

Ekene KC Ezenwaka

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Elk Grove, CA


“My goal is for you to feel heard, understood, and optimistic - with clarity and personalized strategies to live your best life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ansar Malik

Ansar Malik

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Lake Forest, CA


“I provide an open and safe space for clients to feel heard and ask questions so that they can make informed decisions about their care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ruben Garcia

Ruben Garcia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Murrieta, CA


“I believe in treating the whole person—mind, body, spirit, and environment—while empowering patients through education and shared decision-making.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Georgia Barnes

Georgia Barnes

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach combines evidence-based treatment with genuine compassion. I believe every person deserves care that is individualized, respectful, and free from judgment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Fidelia Nnachetam

Fidelia Nnachetam

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Mental illness is nothing to be ashamed of, It is treatable by prescribing up-to-date psychiatric medications.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Grace Collins

Grace Collins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • La Jolla, CA


“Grace prides herself on her ability to connect with clients throughout the various stages of their healing.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Marianne Guevarra

Marianne Guevarra

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Long Beach, CA


“My approach to mental wellness is holistic and psychoanalytically informed. Through collaborative exploration of your experiences, we identify patterns, deepen insight, and foster greater awareness—supporting meaningful growth and change.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Bakersfield

Finding the right psychiatrist in Bakersfield starts with understanding what kind of care you need. Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can diagnose mental health conditions, prescribe medication, and in some cases provide therapy. Psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) can also evaluate, diagnose, and manage medication. If you're looking for help with anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, or medication management, either provider type may be a good fit.

Bakersfield and the surrounding Kern County area have fewer in-person psychiatric providers than larger California metros, which can make the search feel limited. Virtual sessions expand your options significantly — you can connect with a licensed provider anywhere in California from your home in Downtown, Southwest Bakersfield, or beyond. When evaluating providers, reading their bio can help you understand their clinical approach and areas of focus before you commit.

Psychiatry sessions can be expensive without insurance coverage. Using your in-network benefits is one of the most reliable ways to reduce what you pay. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs upfront, and your out-of-pocket expense may be as low as $0 per visit. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, making it easier to find a psychiatrist who fits both your clinical needs and your budget.

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