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Top grief and loss counseling therapists in Bakersfield, CA
Navigating grief and loss in Bakersfield is deeply personal. Headway connects you with 5,435 licensed therapists trained in evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Complicated Grief Treatment to help you process bereavement, find meaning, and move forward at your own pace.
“I believe that change happens when people are given the support they need to draw on their strengths and realize their potential to live fulfilling and happy lives.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach to psychiatric care is patient-centered, collaborative, and grounded in both evidence-based medicine and a deep understanding of each individual's unique life experience.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“Clients can expect to be met with compassion, active listening, and be provided interventions to assist in overcoming challenging brought to therapy.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Physical health issues
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“The goal of psychotherapy is for individuals to have a better understanding of themselves and to better cope with their issues.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
I genuinely like people, have always love to help ,
Will take my clients through the therapeutic process, with empathy and care for their experience in therapy to be a positive one.
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I prioritize connection and respect in the therapeutic relationship, and as we work together, I will listen to you, support you, and at times, challenge you in order to help you meet your goals.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
My focus
I specialize in working with adults facing depression, anxiety, grief, PTSD, occupational stress, relationship conflicts, cultural and identity issues, and survivors of abuse. I help clients build understanding and chart a path forward using evidence-based approaches.
My communication style
My style is nurturing, accepting, empathic, and personable. I use unconditional positive regard to help you feel safe without judgment. I validate how you feel and normalize your situation so you can feel comfortable and at ease in our work together.
My journey to mental healthcare
I became a therapist because I have always accepted others, regardless of their background or circumstances. I believe in advocating for those who may not otherwise have a voice.
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“We listen, empathize and acknowledge your concerns. We utilize biopsychosocial model in all our assessments, evaluations and evidence-based practice for a better patient outcome.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I offer mental health therapy to adults, specializing in working with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, and relationship issues.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My commitment is to provide clients with a safe and compassionate space, where they are met with genuine warmth and empathy in a judgment-free environment.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I take an integrative, collaborative approach — drawing on CBT and other tools to help you explore the patterns in your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and move toward a life that feels more intentional and aligned.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach to therapy tends to be conversational and Solution-Focused... I also utilize Cognitive-Behavioral interventions to challenge negative beliefs.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“By using a client-centered approach, I focus on your individual goals and exactly what you want from therapy.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I provide a warm, supportive space where children feel safe to express themselves and begin to understand their emotions.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
With over 12 years in the field of mental health and 6 years as a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I am dedicated to supporting individuals through life’s challenges with a focus on perinatal mental health. My experience spans a range of diverse populations, and I am passionate about guiding clients through the transformative periods of pregnancy and the postpartum period.
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I use a humanistic, non-judgmental approach, and I'm trained in multiple therapy methods, including CBT, DBT, and EMDR.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I am an interactive, personable, non judgmental and direct therapist and my goal is to create a comfortable and safe place for you.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I've been working with children, teens, and parents in various settings for over 20 years and prioritize a solution focused philosophy with my clients.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“A trauma-informed therapist is a compassionate mental health professional who prioritizes safety, trust, and empowerment...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I support women who want to build their self-esteem, heal from inner child wounds, and past traumas.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I believe therapy works best when it feels real, supportive, and collaborative, not clinical or intimidating.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach is strength based and collaborative. In therapy I will help you to identify and use your resilient qualities to facilitate practical solutions that are self-directed and unique to your needs and well-being.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“My goal is to help you gain practical tools and insights to handle life's challenges with more confidence and ease.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“Clients can expect to leave their first session with a regained sense of control in their lives, despite the turbulence surrounding them.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“My approach to therapy is an integrative blend of modalities tailored to each individual, drawing from attachment-based therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Jungian...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My own healing journey has taught me firsthand the peace and freedom that come from facing pain with courage and compassion.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“Clients often describe me as warm but direct, someone who asks the questions they didn't know they needed.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is to create a supportive, affirming space where clients feel comfortable being themselves and exploring what matters most to them.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
“I believe in the healing power of relationships. The core of my approach is in working relationally and providing a warm, empathic space for clients to feel safe with sharing their lives...”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Hola! My name is Gloria Chavez, a bilingual licensed clinical social worker in California, working specifically in the Southern San Diego-Chula Vista communities. I have worked as a bilingual clinical social worker for over 15 years in this community, with great pride. My experience working in community clinics, and outpatient hospital clinics, have helped me work with diverse population and a myriad of presenting issues, ranging from adjsutment disorder, anxiety and depression, as well as trauma , abuse, loss and grief.
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
I graduated from UCLA's Social Welfare program and developed a specialty working with adolescents, teens, parents, teachers and school administrators via the LAUSD public school system. Over the course of 15 years, I have developed an expertise in utilizing a trauma-informed lens and attachment theory to address treatment areas such as trauma, depression, parenting, parent-child relationships, behavioral issues and anxiety.
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I have unconditional acceptance of everyone, not behaviors but people. I have empathy and understanding.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I aim to meet clients where they are, offering genuine care while guiding them with evidence-based approaches toward meaningful and lasting change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“With over 20 years of experience in the field, I've had the privilege of working with individuals of all ages across a variety of practice settings.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I like to assist my client's in their discoveries of new ways of understanding that provide access to powerful streams of creativity and emotional uplift.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“My desires are that my clients leave each session feeling inspired, hopeful, understood, their feelings matter, with the belief that one can persevere and overcome periods of turbulence and challenges life brings.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I see the relationship with each client as essential in the work of therapy. Building trust and seeking understanding with compassion is often the starting place.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am a firm believer that there are solutions to all of life's problems, and I believe therapy is a gateway to change.”
Grief or loss, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I collaborate with clients on how to get from where they are in their lives currently to where they want to be.”
Grief or loss, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I take a holistic approach to care, addressing the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—to support long-term mental wellness.”
Grief or loss, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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