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Best Therapists And Counselors in Arvin, CA (2026)

23 therapists and counselors ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Arvin: Clinica Sierra Vista - Lamont Community Health Center, RP Score 65/100; 3.9★ from 40 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 7 PM.

  2. 8

    Most-reviewed: Clinica Sierra Vista - South Bakersfield Community Health Center, 212 Google reviews at 3.4★, the most of 23 ranked; ranked #8.

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

23 Arvin therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 10 open Saturdays and 7 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 3.9★ across 23 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Arvin 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 therapists and counselors in Arvin at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Clinica Sierra Vista - Lamont Community Health Center653.9★ (40)Lamont, 6 mi awaySat · EveningsOverall
2Bakersfield Recovery Center655.0★ (42)Bakersfield, 14 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Casa Flow Therapy625.0★ (12)Burbank, 11 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Pathfinders Guidance Center615.0★ (133)Bakersfield, 15 mi awaySun · Evenings—
5Clinica Sierra Vista - Lamont Adult Behavioral Health Center602.9★ (9)Lamont, 6 mi awayEvenings—
6Crestwood Behavioral Health593.4★ (25)Bakersfield, 12 mi awaySat · Sun—
7Katie Hagen, LMFT, SEP585.0★ (3)Long Beach, 11 mi away——
8Clinica Sierra Vista - South Bakersfield Community Health Center583.4★ (212)Bakersfield, 15 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews
9Mary K Shell Mental Health Center572.4★ (86)Bakersfield, 14 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Kern County Mental Health Center573.7★ (3)Bakersfield, 12 mi away——

The 23 best therapists and counselors in Arvin, 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.

  3. #3 Casa Flow Therapy

    Based in Burbank, 11 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    View profile for Casa Flow Therapy(747) 383-1858

  4. #4 Pathfinders Guidance Center

    Based in Bakersfield, 15 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 133 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 133 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat closed · Sun 9 AM–2 PM
    Address
    164 S H St, Bakersfield, CA 93304
    View profile for Pathfinders Guidance Center(661) 829-5930

  5. #5 Clinica Sierra Vista - Lamont Adult Behavioral Health Center

    Based in Lamont, 6 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 2.9★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.9★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    8933 Panama Rd Ste 101, Lamont, CA 93241
    View profile for Clinica Sierra Vista - Lamont Adult Behavioral Health Center(661) 845-3717

  6. #6 Crestwood Behavioral Health

    Based in Bakersfield, 12 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 3.4★ from 25 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.4★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun 1 PM–2:30 PM
    Address
    6700 Eucalyptus Dr A, Bakersfield, CA 93306
    View profile for Crestwood Behavioral Health(661) 363-8127

  8. #8 Clinica Sierra Vista - South Bakersfield Community Health Center

    Based in Bakersfield, 15 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 3.4★ from 212 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.4★ from 212 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
    Address
    2400 Wible Rd #14, Bakersfield, CA 93304
    View profile for Clinica Sierra Vista - South Bakersfield Community Health Center(833) 678-2781

  11. #11 Carrie Campbell

    Based in Bakersfield, 13 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1400 S Union Ave #100, Bakersfield, CA 93307
    View profile for Carrie Campbell(661) 889-8646

  13. #13 Recovery Innovations Inc

    Based in Bakersfield, 15 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.6★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    721 8th St, Bakersfield, CA 93304
    View profile for Recovery Innovations Inc(661) 326-9700

  14. #14 Ming Primary Care Clinic

    Based in Bakersfield, 15 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.5★ from 41 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.5★ from 41 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2734 Ming Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93304
    View profile for Ming Primary Care Clinic(661) 231-7220

  15. #15 Rhema marriage, family, and child therapy inc.

    Based in Bakersfield, 14 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1520 Niles St, Bakersfield, CA 93305
    View profile for Rhema marriage, family, and child therapy inc.(661) 374-4921

  19. #19 Clinica Sierra Vista - Central Bakersfield Adult Behavioral Health

    Based in Bakersfield, 15 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 3.0★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3117 Wilson Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93304
    View profile for Clinica Sierra Vista - Central Bakersfield Adult Behavioral Health(661) 324-4756

  20. #20 Clinica Sierra Vista - South Central Children's Behavioral Health Center

    Based in Bakersfield, 15 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 2.8★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 2.8★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–7 PM · Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3105 Wilson Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93304
    View profile for Clinica Sierra Vista - South Central Children's Behavioral Health Center(661) 397-8775

  21. #21 Behavioral Health & Recovery

    Based in Bakersfield, 15 mi away

    51/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3715 Columbus St, Bakersfield, CA 93306
    View profile for Behavioral Health & Recovery

  23. #23 Aurora Mental Health Services

    Based in Eastvale, 11 mi away

    49/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychiatrist”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 6 AM–6 PM · Wed 6 AM–11:30 AM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–11:30 AM · Sun closed
    View profile for Aurora Mental Health Services(714) 696-8965

Also serving Arvin

20 more therapists and counselors within 15 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked therapists and counselors serving Arvin
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
ASI Counseling1.0★ (1)15 mi
Assertive Parenting4.0★ (1)13 mi
Autism Learning Partners Los Angeles5.0★ (1)5 mi
Behavioral Health Services6 mi
Blossom and Grow Counseling Services13 mi
Clinica Sierra Vista - Belle Terrace Behavioral Health Services13 mi
Clinica Sierra Vista - Lamont Children's Behavioral Health Center3.0★ (2)6 mi
darshan counselling13 mi
Elevate Mental Health Services7 mi
Graham Delis Pop Up Therapy13 mi
Gregory S. Yeasley, MFT6 mi
Harmony Hills Healing & Treatment5.0★ (2)15 mi
Hope Soars Behavioral Health and Wellness11 mi
Jason's Retreat5.0★ (1)15 mi
Nourish Your Mind11 mi
Shimul Hyder Therapy5.0★ (2)4 mi
Tesserae Family Therapy, APC5.0★ (1)3 mi
The Couples Therapy & Reunification Counseling5.0★ (1)11 mi
Valerie Munoz, MFC6 mi
Women's Health Clinic13 mi

How we ranked Arvin therapists and counselors

We scored 23 Arvin therapists and counselors 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 Arvin 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 therapist

  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. Check which license they hold (for example LPC, LCSW, LMFT or RP) and look it up with the board or college that issued it.
  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 therapist

  • 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?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • 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.

Therapists and counselors in Arvin: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in Arvin?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Arvin, CA is Clinica Sierra Vista - Lamont Community Health Center with an RP Score of 65/100. It has 3.9★ from 40 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 7 PM. Bakersfield Recovery Center (#2) and Casa Flow Therapy (#3) follow. We ranked 23 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in Arvin?

RankedPsychologists ranks 23 therapists and counselors serving Arvin, CA. Another 20 within 15 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 therapists and counselors in Arvin work on weekends?

10 of 23 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 7 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Clinica Sierra Vista - Lamont Community Health Center (#1), Bakersfield Recovery Center (#2) and Casa Flow Therapy (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Arvin therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 23 rated therapists and counselors in Arvin is 3.9★, with a median of 9 reviews. Clinica Sierra Vista - South Bakersfield Community Health Center has the most, 212 reviews, and ranks #8. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank therapists and counselors?

Each therapist 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 therapists and counselors outside Arvin count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Arvin city center, our service radius for therapists and counselors. 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 therapists and counselors 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 therapists and counselors in Arvin ranked?

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

Is a licensed counselor the same as a psychologist?

No. Licensed professional counselors, clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists and, in Ontario, registered psychotherapists hold their own licenses and answer to their own boards or colleges. They provide talk therapy for many of the same concerns; formal psychological testing is usually done by a psychologist.

Can I see a therapist 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 Arvin

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 23 therapists and counselors serving Arvin.
  2. November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.

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