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Best Psychologists in Bakersfield, CA (2026)

26 psychologists ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Bakersfield: Dr. Michael E. Kirk, RP Score 74/100; 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

  2. 20

    Most-reviewed: Omni Family Health | Panama Lane Health Center, 619 Google reviews at 3.8★, the most of 26 ranked; ranked #20.

Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

26 Bakersfield psychologists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 5 open Saturdays and 2 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.0★ across 26 rated practices.

Top 10 psychologists in Bakersfield at a glance

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

Top 10 psychologists in Bakersfield at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Dr. Michael E. Kirk745.0★ (6)Bakersfield—Overall
2Bridge Educational Psychology Services735.0★ (3)BakersfieldSat · Sun · Evenings—
3Gina M. Garbell, Psy.D735.0★ (3)Bakersfield——
4Kern Psychological Services Inc: Musacco Michael PHD723.7★ (3)Bakersfield——
5Apne Quest Sleep Center - Accredited722.9★ (10)Bakersfield——
6Omni Family Health | Mall View Road Health Center724.5★ (168)BakersfieldEvenings—
7Omni Family Health | California Avenue Health Center704.2★ (114)Bakersfield——
8Omni Family Health | Niles Street Health Center704.0★ (107)BakersfieldEvenings—
9Omni Family Health | White Lane Plaza Health Center694.4★ (66)Bakersfield——
10Omni Family Health | White Lane Health Center683.6★ (258)BakersfieldEvenings—

The 26 best psychologists in Bakersfield, ranked

Ordered by RP Score, a 0–100 score from eight published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

  1. Ranked #1 in Bakersfield

    #1 Dr. Michael E. Kirk

    Based in Bakersfield

    74/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    5500 Ming Ave Ste 485, Bakersfield, CA 93309
    View profile for Dr. Michael E. Kirk(661) 833-5890

  3. #3 Gina M. Garbell, Psy.D

    Based in Bakersfield

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    841 Mohawk St #120, Bakersfield, CA 93309
    View profile for Gina M. Garbell, Psy.D(661) 631-0528

  6. #6 Omni Family Health | Mall View Road Health Center

    Based in Bakersfield

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.5★ from 168 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 168 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Wed 8 AM–7 PM · Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3800 Mall View Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93306
    View profile for Omni Family Health | Mall View Road Health Center(866) 707-6664

  7. #7 Omni Family Health | California Avenue Health Center

    Based in Bakersfield

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 4.2★ from 114 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.2★ from 114 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–12 PM · Tue–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4900 California Ave #100b, Bakersfield, CA 93309
    View profile for Omni Family Health | California Avenue Health Center(866) 707-6664

  13. #13 Dr. Greg M. Hirokawa, PHD

    Based in Bakersfield

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychologist”, 3.3★ from 7 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.3★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4900 California Ave suite b-210, Bakersfield, CA 93309
    View profile for Dr. Greg M. Hirokawa, PHD(661) 725-6365

  15. #15 Valley Psychological Group

    Based in Bakersfield

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.0★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–5 PM · Wed closed · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2100 E St, Bakersfield, CA 93301
    View profile for Valley Psychological Group(661) 327-4252

  16. #16 Wible Family Medicine

    Based in Bakersfield

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.3★ from 39 Google reviews, based in Bakersfield.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.3★ from 39 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    6640 Wible Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93313
    View profile for Wible Family Medicine(661) 231-7750

  24. #24 Niles Children's Clinic

    Based in Bakersfield

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and proximity: 2.6★ from 114 Google reviews, based in Bakersfield.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 2.6★ from 114 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    6055 Niles St, Bakersfield, CA 93306
    View profile for Niles Children's Clinic(661) 231-0536

  25. #25 NO Longer in Practice

    Based in Bakersfield

    53/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and proximity: 3.2★ from 59 Google reviews, based in Bakersfield.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.2★ from 59 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3409 Calloway Dr Unit 601, Bakersfield, CA 93312
    View profile for NO Longer in Practice(661) 589-1200

All 26 psychologists

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #26, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

psychologists in Bakersfield, ranks 26 to 26
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Omni Family Health | Shafter Walk-in Clinic403.9★ (20)16 mi

Also serving Bakersfield

20 more psychologists within 20 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked psychologists serving Bakersfield
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Adelante Behavioral Health ABA LLC2.8★ (18)In Bakersfield
Advanced Psychiatry Associates4.7★ (345)In Bakersfield
Aegis Treatment Centers | Bakersfield 21st Street4.0★ (72)In Bakersfield
Aegis Treatment Centers | Bakersfield, Columbus Street3.8★ (36)In Bakersfield
Aerie Therapy4.9★ (265)In Bakersfield
Arise Psychiatric Medical Group - Haggin Oaks3.3★ (28)In Bakersfield
Aspire Behavioral Health4.4★ (37)In Bakersfield
Aspire Counseling Services4.9★ (60)In Bakersfield
Bakersfield American Indian Health Project4.2★ (20)In Bakersfield
California Spectrum Services3.0★ (45)In Bakersfield
Clarvida - College Community Services Bakersfield Adult2.5★ (21)In Bakersfield
Dr. Ashhar Bhurgri5.0★ (60)In Bakersfield
EmpowerMend Wellness & Consulting5.0★ (17)In Bakersfield
Happy Whole You Wellness Center4.9★ (77)In Bakersfield
Henrietta Weill Memorial Child Guidance Clinic & Adult Behavioral Health3.0★ (24)In Bakersfield
Mindpath Health Psychiatrists & Therapists - Bakersfield4.7★ (39)In Bakersfield
Pathfinders Guidance Center5.0★ (133)In Bakersfield
Pine Meadow Counseling2.9★ (24)In Bakersfield
Professional Group Inc3.0★ (29)In Bakersfield
Sunshine Behavioral Health Services4.5★ (62)In Bakersfield

How we ranked Bakersfield psychologists

We scored 26 Bakersfield psychologists on eight factors, weighted as shown. A practice is ranked when its specialty is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Sponsored businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

RP Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Bakersfield data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Review volume5%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the listMeasured
Recency5%Share of Google reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability10%Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availabilityMeasured
Specialty focus25%How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity15%Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same)Measured
Partnered5%The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodicallyMeasured

How to choose a psychologist

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure they regularly work with clients who have your concern, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. If you may need testing as well as therapy (for example for ADHD or memory concerns), ask whether the practice does assessments itself.
  4. Ask about fees, insurance and the cancellation policy before the first session. In the US, if you are uninsured or paying yourself, you can ask for a good faith estimate of expected charges.
  5. Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
  6. After a few sessions, ask yourself whether you feel heard. Changing to a different provider is common and fine.

Questions to ask a psychologist

  • Are you accepting new clients, and how soon could I start?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • How often do you work with concerns like mine?
  • Do you offer psychological testing, or therapy only?
  • What do you charge per session, and do you take my insurance or provide a superbill?
  • Do you offer online sessions?
  • What is your cancellation policy?
  • What do you keep confidential, and when would you have to share information?

Terms explained

PhD / PsyD
Doctoral degrees in psychology. A PhD usually has a stronger research focus, a PsyD a stronger clinical focus; both can lead to a psychologist license.
Licensed psychologist
A person licensed by a state or provincial psychology board to practice psychology. The title is protected by law.
Psychological associate
In some states and provinces, a master’s-level practitioner licensed or registered by the psychology board, often with supervision requirements.
LPC / LMHC / LCPC
US licenses for professional or mental health counselors (the name differs by state). They provide counseling and therapy.
LCSW
Licensed clinical social worker: a master’s-level social worker licensed to provide therapy.
LMFT
Licensed marriage and family therapist: licensed to treat individuals, couples and families with a focus on relationships.
RP / RCC
Registered psychotherapist (Ontario) and registered clinical counsellor (British Columbia): Canadian titles for licensed therapy providers.
PSYPACT
An interstate agreement that lets psychologists licensed in a member state provide telepsychology to clients in other member states once they hold the required authorization.
Telehealth
Sessions held by secure video or phone instead of in person. The provider generally needs to be licensed where the client is located.
CBT
Cognitive behavioral therapy: a structured talk therapy that works on the links between thoughts, feelings and behavior.
DBT
Dialectical behavior therapy: a form of CBT that teaches skills for managing intense emotions and relationships.
ERP
Exposure and response prevention: a form of CBT used for OCD.

Psychologists in Bakersfield: frequently asked questions

Who is the best psychologist in Bakersfield?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked psychologist in Bakersfield, CA is Dr. Michael E. Kirk with an RP Score of 74/100. It has 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews. Bridge Educational Psychology Services (#2) and Gina M. Garbell, Psy.D (#3) follow. We ranked 26 psychologists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many psychologists are there in Bakersfield?

RankedPsychologists ranks 26 psychologists serving Bakersfield, CA. 25 of them are based in Bakersfield; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 20 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

What should I do if I need help right now?

In crisis or thinking about suicide? Call or text 988 (US and Canada), any time. In an emergency, call 911. This site cannot help in an emergency.

Which psychologists in Bakersfield work on weekends?

5 of 26 ranked psychologists post Saturday hours and 2 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Bridge Educational Psychology Services (#2), Alpha Beta Behavioral Psychological Services Inc (#14) and Wible Family Medicine (#16). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Bakersfield psychologists have?

The median Google rating among 26 rated psychologists in Bakersfield is 4.0★, with a median of 33 reviews. Omni Family Health | Panama Lane Health Center has the most, 619 reviews, and ranks #20. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank psychologists?

Each psychologist gets a 0–100 RP Score from eight published factors, led by reputation (25%), specialty focus (25%), proximity (15%) and availability (10%). A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only practices with a confirmed specialty and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do psychologists outside Bakersfield count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 20 mi of the Bakersfield city center, our service radius for psychologists. Each listing shows where the practice is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 15% of the RP Score, so a nearby practice gets a small edge.

Can psychologists pay to rank higher on RankedPsychologists?

No. The RP Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured practices may appear above the list, labelled Sponsored and showing their honest rank.

How are psychologists in Bakersfield ranked?

Each practice gets an RP Score from 0 to 100 from 8 published factors, including its Google rating, how clearly it focuses on psychology and how close it is. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank. The score does not measure treatment outcomes.

What is the difference between a psychologist and a therapist?

“Psychologist” is a protected title: only people licensed by a state or provincial psychology board may use it. Most hold a doctorate (PhD or PsyD) and are trained in psychological testing as well as therapy. “Therapist” is a general word: licensed counselors, clinical social workers and marriage and family therapists also provide therapy under their own licenses.

Can I see a psychologist online?

Often, yes. Licensing generally follows where you are during the session, so the provider needs to be licensed or authorized there. In the US, psychologists in PSYPACT member states can offer telepsychology to clients in other member states; counselors and social workers have their own rules. In Canada, ask whether the provider is registered in your province.

What if I need help right now?

Do not wait for a consultation. Call or text 988 (US and Canada) if you are in crisis or thinking about suicide, at any time. In an emergency, call 911.

Update log for Bakersfield

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 26 psychologists serving Bakersfield.

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