Everything Dean and I formed a very close bond and he helped me take through years of stuff that I…read moreeven had no idea what was there he very good psychologist. I had to recommend him.

IF YOU ARE SCARED TO TRY THERAPY, THIS IS FOR YOU…read more It took me a decade of cycling through addiction, highly toxic and abusive circumstances and a lack of understanding of my role in it all, to get to a point where I would even consider therapy. I meticulously combed the internet for someone in Bakersfield who could potentially meet my need for adequate mental health services. I saw so many reviews from defeated, frustrated individuals who had tried places in town and felt unseen. I saw horrified reviews describe being texted an hour in advance of an appt that the therapist was cancelling. These things scared me, not knowing who I could trust to confide in and consistently show up for me. Then I saw Meagan's profile and website. She had good reviews and I appreciated the art component she could offer in therapy. I took a risk and gave it a try. Well, I am on the cusp of a year of in-person talk therapy with her and I can tell you this has been one of the best choices I've ever made. Meagan is thoughtful, reliable and a great resource for overcoming any mental health needs. My own included physical, emotional and sexual abuse that left deep scars and even worse coping mechanisms. Meagan has helped me to unpack it all. With her, I have developed strategies that help me to feel successful in my day-to-day life. I can now work through feelings and situations in healthier ways that make me feel supported and accountable. Her care encourages me to be my own best advocate. I really could go on and on, but truly my experience receiving therapy with Meagan has been transformative. As someone who was told growing up that therapy is for crazy people, I can tell you how wrong that statement is. It's for people who will put effort towards getting healthy, which is honorable.

Let's face it: the last few years have been unprecedentedly HARD on everyone, and I was no…read moreexception. I needed someone to talk through my anxieties, stressors, anger and fears stemming from not only the current insanity of the world, but also my past traumas. I am beyond grateful I found Meagan to help guide me to a place of greater peace, mindfulness and serenity. Meagan is a true professional. She is easy to talk to and lay bare your soul. She is a wonderful listener with academic and emotional intelligence. She is up to date with the latest studies and theories, allowing for a variety of approaches to fit your unique needs. I always felt like I was talking to a highly insightful, caring, thoughtful and helpful friend. I am confident you will too. Just like we seek coaches and trainers to better our physical bodies, our minds need a professional coach from time to time. If you're reading this, you must feel you need that guidance and training to be better. Go for it. See Meagan. Take care of your whole self.

Words cannot express how much Dr. Kirk had helped out my family. Sadly, I have been to many mental…read morehealth clinicians, but never found one that actually helped me or anyone I love move forward in a positive manner. He has a way of simplifying things to make it easier to cope and understand. I have come so far since my first appointment with Dr. Kirk.

Excellent doctor. He was able to meet with me and immediately allow me to understand what has taken…read moreme so long already to get to my problem. I felt better when I left, so much better. This doctor was on time, that's a miracle, and actually seemed to be interested in dealing with my long-term issues. His office was very, very nice and his staff was very helpful. This is one doctor I will telling my friends about. His ability to just "get" what I was talking about was very gratifying and he did his job and made me feel important at the same time. Thank goodness we still have professionals that put their work and the patient first.

I have been on a personal journey to "figure myself out." With Daphna's skilled coaching I moved…read morefrom endless psychotherapy to practical achievable change. I have spent time working on immediate changes AND deep seated behavior/thoughts that needed attention. Daphna is brave. She is an amazing listener. She can quickly analyze your self guided experience and give valuable input on the spot. She routinely uses art (mostly drawing) to reflect my words and intentions clearly. The most important thing Daphna does is to CARE. She CARES! I have benefitted greatly from my coaching experience and I think you could too. Photo is me happy. Can you see it?

I wanted to write an honest review about my experience with Daphna and how she helped me become a…read morebetter version of myself in my relationship. My husband and I sought Daphna's help in late 2023 and finished our marriage coaching sessions this past February. We were at the end of our rope in our marriage and were about to go our separate ways. I saw first-hand how she helped my sister save her marriage, so I decided to give my marriage a chance at surviving the storm. I made an appointment with Daphna's office, and didn't look back. My husband and I made the decision to try one more time and we dedicated our efforts to saving our marriage. Her advice and tools during our sessions made a huge difference in how my husband and I communicate with one another and how we work to resolve disagreements and misunderstandings. Daphna was patient, and she cared about helping us save our marriage and keep our family together, and I thank her for that. In the time since my sessions with Daphna have ended, I have had a better family dynamic and an overall better relationship with my husband. Of course, we still have disagreements, because no marriage is without conflict, but the way my husband and I resolve those issues is better, and it's thanks to Daphna's advice. She helped save my marriage, and there are no words to express how grateful I am that she didn't give up on us. If your marriage or relationship is in trouble, read Daphna's book, and most of all, dedicate time to your spouse and/or significant other and let her help you save your relationship. You won't regret it.

The staff here are very thorough and helpful. They were extremely kind to my daughter and I felt…read morelike they took their time to get an assessment of my daughter. I highly recommend and am grateful for my appointment and the help that my daughter will be able to have in the future because of this place.

As a former behavioral therapist(and employee) who left for school, I would trust this company…read moreimplicitly. I know that they care about every single kid and parent who enters their doors. I know this as a sibling of a kiddo with special needs, and also as someone who has worked there. Please check them out.

Amazing and caring Front Office staff ! Dr. Longwith is so very patience and caring . I am Very…read moregrateful to be able to have been in care of such beautiful human beings .

I've struggled with mental health since I was 9 years old, and joined this program for the PHP…read moreprogram after being at BBHH in the psychiatric teens ward 2 days after I turned 13. I'm so thankful this program was even open considering it was peak COVID days, and let me say: this program saved my life. Not only did it save me then, I'm in group again now that I'm an adult because I had another attempt and was hospitalized for that. It's saving me yet again. Everyone who works there is so kind and wise and really makes the lessons learned stick. Even the other attendees help me so much since I'm not alone. Finally, I just wanna say, if you put the effort in, you can change and make progress. You will get better and heal. You can't do it alone, which is why I recommend aspire 100%, but you gotta help yourself, too. :)

The experience of the current director is not sound. ASB claims to foster an intimate and…read morecompassionate environment, yet hugs are prohibited. Most all participants are comforted by hugs and readily accept them as they need them as all humans do. Respect for their boundaries is observed. Yet , one can get removed from the program for a hug or a peck on the cheek. On top of this, the "rule" is not enforced equitably, or randomly. We are adults and can ask before we hug, and can vocalize whether or not we want one. There is no peer pressure.

I've seen Shannon many times over the last year, both in person and virtual visits. She is such an…read moreamazing councelor that uses faith based principals to guide you. Not only has Shannon helped me sort through my own issues, she also helped me build a relationship with God and have a better understanding of the Bible. I highly recommend Shannon to anyone looking for a Biblical Councelor.