Supporting Anxiety Treatment in Bakersfield: A Spotlight on Kern County Mental Health Services
Anxiety disorders affect millions, and in Kern County Mental Health Services —particularly Bakersfield—residents have access to a comprehensive network of mental health services provided by Kern Behavioral Health & Recovery Services (KernBHRS) and community partners. In this article, we explore the landscape of anxiety treatment, crisis support, and community-based care aimed at enhancing emotional well-being in the region. County-Provided Anxiety Treatment & Crisis Services KernBHRS offers a wide array of specialized services designed to support individuals with anxiety and other mental health conditions: Crisis Hotline & Walk-In Care : A 24/7 Crisis Hotline at 1‑800‑991‑5272 (also accessible via 988) provides immediate support, while the Psychiatric Evaluation Center/Crisis Stabilization Unit (PEC/CSU) at Mary K. Shell Mental Health Center offers urgent assessment and stabilization for those in crisis. Mobile Response Teams : Trained clinicians respond in...