Stephanie David

LMFT, 5 years of experience

Often rebooked

Warm
Solution oriented
Open-minded

Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), with degrees in Psychology and Children, Adolescent, and Family Studies, as well as a masters in Counseling Psychology. I believe that everyone has the ability to grow, and I work with my clients to gain a meaningful skill set, while honing in on their own unique strengths, in order to cultivate lasting change.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

In our initial session, we will begin with introductions and establishing a comfortable atmosphere of communication. I will then gather information and any necessary documentation, while reviewing with you goals and expectations of therapy. Moving forward, we will work collaboratively towards desired goals and outcomes, while maintaining flexibility to accommodate the ever changing challenges of life.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

I have experience working with adolescents, teens, and adults, addressing a variety of concerns that impact daily living and quality of life. Through personal therapy of my own, along with extensive education, I have been able to gain insights from each side of the therapeutic experience. I believe that clients are the experts in their own lives, and I can empathize with the ebbs and flows of the growth process.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I love working with clients who are motivated to change, and have the willingness to commit to the path to do so. They want something different for their lives, even if they know what that looks like. My clients are open to learning new tools and perspectives to initiate growth.

Specialties

Top specialties

Anxiety

Other specialties

ADHD

Depression

I identify as

Serves ages

Teenagers (13 to 17)

Licensed in

Accepts

Location

Offers in-person in 1701 Westwind Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93301, Ste 121

Virtual

My treatment methods

Eclectic

I take a very client centered approach in practice, valuing a genuine and authentic therapeutic relationship. I believe this is necessary in order to cultivate safety and openness within each unique individual. I utilize mindfulness techniques to practice being present with the self, while encouraging healthy exploration in various ways. I recognize that everyone’s processes and experiences differ greatly, and I remain diligent in being flexible to the needs of each client. I draw from various treatment modalities including DBT, psychodynamic, attachment, trauma informed care, & CBT. By using this integrative methodology, I work collaboratively with clients to build insight and awareness into their experiences with negative maladaptive thoughts, feelings, and behaviors impacting daily life.

, 15 ratings

1 rating with written reviews

October 24, 2025

Always kind and gentle, with solutions in mind. A very welcoming energy where I can be myself and feel connected and supported

Verified client, age 35-44
Review shared after session 1 with Stephanie