Valley Psychological Group

We are experiencing a power and phone outage. We appreciate your patience. We do not yet have an ETA on restoration.

We will be closed starting Monday, December 26th through Tuesday, January 3rd 2023.

We look forward to seeing everyone in the new year.

Take care, and have a Happy Holiday!

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Entry level reception position in a behavioral health-care setting. Monday through Friday 9am to 6pm. Patient scheduling, appointment check-in, process co-pays, answer phones and transfer calls as needed. Light up-keep of waiting and reception area, other duties as assigned. Complete job description available upon request.

Our office will be CLOSED on Thursday 11/24 & Friday 11/25 for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

Our office is experiencing an internet outage that is also affecting our phones. We appreciate your patience.

Our office will be closed today, 09/5/2022 for Labor Day. We will return to normal business hours on Tuesday, 09/06/2022.

Today Monday July 4th, our office will be closed in observance of Independence Day. We will return to normal business hours on Tuesday, July 5th, 2022. Have a safe and happy 4th of July!

Our office will be closed on Monday, May 30th in observance of Memorial Day. We will return to normal business hours on Tuesday, May 31st, 2022. Thank You

Our office will be closed today, 11/11/2021 for Veterans Day. We will return to normal business hours on 11/12/2021. Thank You to all of our Veterans on behalf of Valley Psychological Group!

We are experiencing a power outage. If you have attempted to call our office we are unable to receive the call. Please leave a voice message or text message at (661) 327-4252, and we will return your messages as soon as we are back up and running.

Today, 09/06/2021 our office will be closed for Labor Day. We will return to normal business hours on 09/07/2021. Thank You!

In response to new information received from the California Department of Public Health, please note the following when coming to your in-office appointment. REGARDLESS OF YOUR VACCINATION STATUS, you will be asked to wear a mask while indoors. We appreciate your cooperation. Thank You.

Our office will be closed on 07/05/2021 in observance of Independence Day. We will resume normal business hours on 07/06/2021.

Monday, 05/31/2021 our office will be closed in observance of Memorial Day, to honor those who served, fought, and made the ultimate sacrifice. We will return to normal business hours on Tuesday, 06/01/2021. Thank You.

Holiday Schedule.
Our office is closed for the holidays from 12/24 - 01/04/2020.

Valley Psychological Group updated their address.

Good Morning! It is a big day for us as we move to our new location. During this process our phones may be intermittently out. If you need to get a message to us you may send an email to [email protected], and we will do our best to get to you as soon as we can. Crisis services are available by calling the crisis hot-line at 1-800-991-5272. If you are having an emergency, contact 911.

Today, 07/13/2020 Governor Gavin Newsom announced both statewide, and county specific (Kern not included as of now) closures of certain sectors as coronavirus cases continue to spread. As an essential service, we will remain open and operate under regular business hours. However, out of an abundance of caution, and to protect our patients, providers, and staff, we have made the decision to shift all currently scheduled appointments, and future appointments to phone or video sessions, with the exception of hypnosis, and psychological testing/assessment appointments -these in person options will still require a face covering.
This will take effect 07/15/2020, and continue until further notice.
We are still accepting new patients.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your patience during this challenging time

We have returned to normal operations and are offering in-office sessions for those who prefer an in person visit. In addition, we are also still offering virtual, and phone sessions. You can be assured we have implemented and are following CDC guidelines for cleaning and disinfecting surfaces, and screening staff and clients for symptoms. At this time we are REQUIRING all patients, 2 years of age and above, to be prepared to wear a face covering (any type of face covering is acceptable, for example a bandanna.) We also have disposable masks available for those who do not have their own. We also ask whenever possible for patients to limit the amount of accompanying guests to 1 person.

The health and well-being of our patients, providers, and staff is our top priority. As news of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in our community continues to develop, we are taking extra precautions to ensure we are doing our part to slow the spread.

As an essential service, we are still here for you. We are open and operating under regular business hours. However, to be sure our patients, providers, and staff are safe during this pandemic, effective Monday 03/30/2020 we will be shifting all currently scheduled appointments to phone or video sessions.

Until further notice, we will no longer be seeing any patients in the office in a face to face manner. We are still accepting new patients, but will not be scheduling any NEW appointments until late April to early May.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your patience during this challenging time.

Our doors are open (for now) during this trying time. We only ask that anyone with symptoms (cough, fever, shortness of breath)refrain from coming to the office, and please seek treatment with a medical provider.

Phone sessions are also available (pending insurance approval.)

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Downtown is a free-for-all! We’re all just sitting ducks, waiting in line for our turn. Every week it’s a new hard working downtown business owner who’s vandalized, burgled, and threatened by the overwhelming presence of un-checked, and poorly managed crime and homeless-ness in downtown Bakersfield. We are facing an increasingly hostile environment and a city that is failing to do anything about it. The fact is, small business WILL leave, and all the work put into creating a beautiful, historical, profitable downtown experience will be for not.
So, I say to you city of Bakersfield, in-fact I implore you,

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Weighted Blankets and Depression How Deep Pressure Stimulation Enhances Well-being

"We all pick up scoops of gunpowder.”

PTSD in First Responders Post-traumatic stress disorder is a mental and physical health crisis in first responders, taking it's toll for years. Research and actions are just beginning to surface. The City of Bakersfield is on the cutting edge of the crucial health movement.

Never underestimate the power of a journal. Keeping a journal is a practice that can serve so many different purposes. Often, one can find it difficult to begin journaling. A guided journal can be a great starting point for anyone who would like to to establish, track, and achieve personal goals, improve the quality of life, and help alleviate or eliminate mental health issues like depression, anxiety, or stress. Find this one here : https://amzn.to/2VpsjZn (affiliate link)

May is also Month.

It's Borderline Personality Awareness Month – and many don't understand what living with borderline personality disorder (BPD) is actually like. Use this graphic to help a loved one understand the nine diagnostic criteria of BPD, and let us know which resonate with you. BPD affects everyone differently – and we can't have awareness without understanding.