Very ethical and good communication from the start. I had an emotional connection from the first…read moretime I spoke to her. I highly recommend her. Only bad thing I can say is she doesn't accept insurance :(

From the owner: Struggling with your significant other? Feeling stuck? Low on energy, passion, and focus? Let me…read morehelp you take the first steps toward creating a more aware, insightful, happier self. Together, we will develop tools that will help you achieve your goals and live a fuller, more fulfilling life. If you've gotten to the end of your rope and don't know where else to turn, or even if you'd just like to hone a few communication skills, I can help. Give me a call today to set up an appointment. My passion is working with teens and adults, both individually and in couples or families, using traditional talk therapy, psychoeducation, and action oriented therapeutic techniques to accomplish goals. I specialize in working with depression, anxiety, identity issues, addiction recovery, navigating parenting challenges, and adjustment issues. Contact me for a chat on the phone so we can decide if I am the right fit for you as a therapist. I do not take insurance, opting to deal with clients directly so we can create a treatment focus and plan together.

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.

I came here after my family convinced me to come in and meet with Scott. I thought I was going to…read moresee him by myself but my whole family was there...full on intervention! I have to say...as mad as I was initially that they tricked me, it ended up being the best thing that happened to me. It was a lot like the TV show, my family drew the line and gave me a choice. Scott was great. I could tell immediately that he's in this field because he cares. He was extremely understanding and so easy to talk to. He's been sober himself over 30 years so I knew he could relate. He helped me to see how I was slowly killing myself and how it was effecting my family. Scott sent me to detox and I came back about a week later and did the outpatient program. I came in and Joe was my counselor. What a phenomenal counselor and overall human being! He helped me overcome my alcoholism one day at a time. He has this saying, "I have today and I'm fighting for tomorrow" I lived by this mantra for the 92 days that I worked with him. Thank you Joe! The groups are great! Tuesday night was family night with Christine. Another amazing person. She is a counselor and therapist and really helped me reconnect with my family. Our communication is so much better now. I used to dread family nights because I was afraid of what my family would say about me but in the end I looked forward to them. Thursday night was men's group with Joe. I love men's group and still go to the group as an alumni. I think it's so important that we have a night where the men get to meet and deal with "men" issues. Saturday morning you get to choose between recovery and spiritual group. I went to the spiritual group that Joe and Sonya ran. Sonya is another amazing counselor. She really cares about the people she works with. I'm an alumni now and get to continue coming back as such for free as long as I stay sober. I come on Thursdays and Wednesday for the alumni meeting. This program saved my life! Literally! From meeting with Scott in the beginning, to Joe, Christine, Sonya...the entire Aspire staff! They are family now! If you're looking for help, give them a call! Don't wait! I still have challenges but like Joe says "I have today and I'm fighting for tomorrow"'

I called to get information and they were very helpful and courteous…read more Very patient with all of my questions and concerns.

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.

Natalie is one of the best therapist in Bakersfield. She works extremely well with adults and…read moreadolescents. She is kind, caring, compassionate. She has extensive experience working with family members individually or as a group. She offers a comfortable, safe, compassionate environment in her office. I have received endless praises from our mutual patients.

If you are looking for the type of care from a professional who truly cares about your mental…read morehealth. Natalie is the therapist for you. Natalie is so passionate about her career and her clients. Her main focus is her clients. When you speak to Natalie you can feel how genuine she is and you can feel that she truly cares and understands you. If you choose Natalie you will not be disappointed!

Lois is very professional and great at what she does. Sincere, caring and compassionate. Her office…read moreand building are just beautiful also. However, I still ended up with a divorce. At least we tried, right? Thanks, Lois for all of your advice and help.

Although I did not get the outcome, I was hoping for in couples counseling, I must say Lois did an…read moreexcellent job of guiding us through the rough spots. I also saw her by myself and with her help, I navigated some very difficult situations. Her office is welcoming, friendly and comfortable. I would definitely see her again if I were having difficulties she's an excellent therapist and I have recommended her to several people both through my job and privately

Nancy Keller (one of the therapists in this group) is utterly amazing. She became a therapist in…read moreher 40s, after enduring her own issues, and now she is helping others. I was able to really grow close to Nancy, and was able to trust her with things I wouldn't say to many other people. Not only that, but she also has a Christian background, so that was helpful for me- don't worry, she doesn't press it on you, which I know, because I was a strict atheist for YEARS before I went to Remuda Ranch (a facility for anorexia and bulimia nervosa). She was one of the first people I called when I got to Remuda, and helped me secure a spot there. I know several ladies who have been to Nancy Keller (and the other associates in this group) for their eating disorders, and they say that it's a Godsend. I highly recommend this group if you are in a place to work on an outpatient basis (and don't need further medical care, such as residential, inpatient, or hospitalisation).

Having seen a fair share of therapists, Mike sampley was certainly lacking in empathy. I would…read morerecommend elsewhere for marriage counseling as well as childhood abuse counseling. If you're looking for healing rather than doubt/accusations, then seek elsewhere.

I wasn't sure if I wanted to leave this review because of confidentiality, but after reading some…read moreof the other reviews, I feel like I need to share my experience. I started seeing Daniel Burke years ago for something very serious that I needed real help with. At first, I wasn't a fan--I would leave our sessions angry, frustrated, even telling myself I'd never go back. But I always did. And over time, I realized why I was feeling that way: he was challenging me to grow. He pushed me to confront things I had buried for so long, things I didn't want to deal with but desperately needed to. Other therapists either couldn't get me to that place or simply didn't try. I have a lot of deep-rooted trauma that has affected my life and relationships in ways I didn't even realize. But Daniel helped me walk through it. He's not the type of therapist who just sits there, nods, and tells you what you want to hear. He's not there just to make you comfortable or to keep you coming back just to bill insurance. He's there to help you truly heal and grow--even when it's hard. I call him "Dan the Man" because he embodies what a real therapist should be. He's not your friend--he's someone who helps you become a better, stronger version of yourself. Reading some of the negative reviews makes me sad because I know firsthand that growth can be painful. It's possible those people just weren't ready to face their trauma--but that doesn't mean Daniel is a bad therapist. If you're truly ready to do the work, I highly recommend him. He helped change my life.

As a therapist, it is very important that you act professionally and appropriately. It is not…read moreappropriate to yell at your clients or talk down to them. Respect and self control are very important when dealing with vulnerable and traumatized people. With that being said, I do not recommend this therapist.

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.

I have known Kristi personally for many years. I know her to be compassionate, caring and I have…read morewatched her grow her business, using the many skills she was born with, as well as through her extensive training.