Riviera Therapy

Riviera Therapy Therapy for individuals & couples in the areas of relationships, addiction, s*x, anxiety. Both these careers were about my love of people. Phone: 805-699-6834.

Jenn Kennedy, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #99688

My career path has been varied. I started as a publicist — then worked as a freelance journalist for over a decade. I had a burning desire to understand what made people expand and retract, struggle or thrive. I’ve interviewed hundreds of fascinating people throughout my professional life. I earned a Masters in Clinical Psychology and trained with both Community Counseling and Education Center (CCEC) and Pacific Pride Foundation (PPF) in Santa Barbara. Additionally, I’ve taken training focused on helping couples through the Gottman Institute and Sue Johnson’s EFT. In January 2022, I finished a PhD in Clinical S*xology. I have also done extensive training in in EMDR, S*x Addiction and S*x Therapy. Please call for a free consultation.

🐶 Meet Winston! 🐾Winston is an 85-pound flat-haired labradoodle with long legs and an even bigger bark. At 4 years old, ...
10/29/2025

🐶 Meet Winston! 🐾

Winston is an 85-pound flat-haired labradoodle with long legs and an even bigger bark. At 4 years old, he’s a true master of dramatic arts. His most impressive performances include pretending he’s never been fed, scaring off neighborhood cats, and howling along with passing fire trucks. 🎭🔥

When he’s not in character, Winston loves naps, playdates with his best friend Teddy, and getting spoiled by his parents. 💛

He belongs to one of our amazing licensed therapists here at Riviera Therapy!

Does your dog have a flair for the dramatic too? Tell us in the comments! ⬇️

Thank you! 💫 -
10/20/2025

Thank you! 💫 -

Every day, we have the privilege of walking alongside people as they navigate life, love, and the sometimes messy, beautiful work of being human. To know that our community sees and values that work is incredibly meaningful.

✨ We’re honored to share that our practice has been named Best Licensed Therapist in Santa Barbara in this year’s Santa ...
10/16/2025

✨ We’re honored to share that our practice has been named Best Licensed Therapist in Santa Barbara in this year’s Santa Barbara Independent Best Of poll!

A heartfelt thank you to our amazing clients, colleagues, and community for your trust and support. Helping people build deeper connection, pleasure, and fulfillment in their relationships is truly our greatest joy. 💛

Want to learn more about our work or schedule a session?
👉 Visit the link in our bio for details.

When we remove the roles, masks, and expectations, we begin to meet what Jung called the shadow—the hidden aspects of th...
10/08/2025

When we remove the roles, masks, and expectations, we begin to meet what Jung called the shadow—the hidden aspects of the Self. 💭
This space of quiet awareness helps us differentiate between living authentically and performing normalcy. 🪷

What to Watch, Read and Join 💫 -
10/02/2025

What to Watch, Read and Join 💫 -

This Saturday is National Coming Out Day—a reminder that visibility, courage, and community matter. At Riviera Therapy, we believe representation shapes not only how we see ourselves, but also how we love and connect. Whether it’s in the therapy room, our relationships, or the stories we watch o...

Happy Rosh Hashanah! Here’s to more love, more laughter, and maybe a few extra spoonfuls of honey this year. 🐝🍯         ...
09/23/2025

Happy Rosh Hashanah! Here’s to more love, more laughter, and maybe a few extra spoonfuls of honey this year. 🐝🍯

✨ Lesbian Love on Screen ✨Representation matters—in therapy, in life, and yes, on screen. 🎬💜We rounded up our must-watch...
09/22/2025

✨ Lesbian Love on Screen ✨
Representation matters—in therapy, in life, and yes, on screen. 🎬💜

We rounded up our must-watch lesbian movies & shows—from swoony romances to badass thrillers. Think Carol, Portrait of a Lady on Fire, Bound, The L Word, and more. 🌈🔥

Want the full list + more queer joy in your inbox?
👉 Head to the LINK in bio to read it now
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What an amazing team we have! Specializing in areas from addiction and ADHD to relationships and parenting. We’re here t...
09/17/2025

What an amazing team we have! Specializing in areas from addiction and ADHD to relationships and parenting. We’re here to support YOU ✨

Santa Barbara really showed off for us tonight! Hope everyone had a great   💛✨
09/02/2025

Santa Barbara really showed off for us tonight! Hope everyone had a great 💛✨

🪷We have a great team at Riviera Therapy, with therapists who specialize in different areas of care. Visit the link in b...
08/27/2025

🪷We have a great team at Riviera Therapy, with therapists who specialize in different areas of care. Visit the link in bio to find the right fit for your needs.

🗳️ Vote for Riv Therapy! 🚨 Last Chance! -
08/22/2025

🗳️ Vote for Riv Therapy! 🚨 Last Chance! -

Riviera Therapy has been nominated for Best Licensed Therapist in the Independent’s Best of Santa Barbara Awards for the fourth year in a row.

☁️ Above the clouds, where dreams feel closer and worries feel smaller ✨✈️Sometimes, all we need is a little distance fr...
08/11/2025

☁️ Above the clouds, where dreams feel closer and worries feel smaller ✨✈️
Sometimes, all we need is a little distance from the ground, from the noise, from the daily grind to remember what we’re capable of.

Travel opens our minds. Dreaming lifts our spirits. Setting goals gives our lives direction. 💭💫

Address

1515 State Street, Suite 7
Santa Barbara, CA
93101

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 7pm
Tuesday 11am - 9pm
Wednesday 11am - 9pm
Thursday 11am - 9pm
Friday 2pm - 9pm
Saturday 2pm - 9pm

Telephone

+18056996834

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Jenn Kennedy, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #99688 My career path has been varied. I started as a publicist — then worked as a freelance journalist for over a decade. Both these careers were about my love of people. I had a burning desire to understand what made people expand and retract, struggle or thrive. I’ve interviewed hundreds of fascinating people throughout my professional life.

I specialize in a s*x and gender. That translates to s*x therapy (both for individuals and couples), s*x addiction/compulsion (issues with p**n, infidelity, prostitution) and LGBT. With these specialties, I have an interesting mix of clients. The transgender clients and those struggling with p**n tend to be young adults, however the rest of my clients are typically 30-65 years old. Those struggling with compulsivity tend to be male (not always), while those struggling with s*xual satisfaction tend to be female.

Recently, my practice has expanded to those looking for more s*xual satisfaction and who are also recovering from childhood s*xual abuse. I am a Certified S*x Addiction Therapist (CSAT), trained in EMDR (trauma protocol) and work in a variety of modalities—depending on the presenting issue and the disposition of the client. Currently I’m working on a PhD in Clinical S*xology. I also teach Intimate Relationships (couples work) at Antioch University Santa Barbara. Please call for a free consultation. Phone: 805-699-6834.