Riviera Therapy

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day 🌎💚
The beautiful views outside our door in Santa Barbara are a small reminder to slow down and reconnect.

If you’re looking for a space to do the same, learn more about our therapists through the link in our bio. 🍃

04/20/2026

During Le***an Visibility Week, we recognize the importance of visibility, affirmation, and community. 🌈

Le***an Visibility Week celebrates le***an women, highlighting their contributions, leadership, and lived experiences, while promoting greater visibility and understanding.

This week is a reminder of the importance of creating spaces where all identities are seen, respected, and supported.

If you’re looking for a safe, affirming space for support, therapy can help. 🩷

Visit rivieratherapy.com to connect with a therapist.

***anVisibilityWeek

04/17/2026

At Riviera Therapy, our Associate Marriage and Family Therapists (AMFTs) offer thoughtful, engaged support to individuals, couples, and families navigating life’s transitions. Their work is rooted in curiosity, collaboration, and a deep respect for each client’s unique story and pace of growth.

Our AMFTs are dedicated to creating a grounded and supportive environment where clients can explore their experiences, build insight, and strengthen their relationships with themselves and others.

Wherever you find yourself, our therapists are here to meet you where you are.💛

Visit rivieratherapy.com to learn more about our AMFTs or book a session.

04/16/2026

Cupcakes with the team 🧁🤍
Big thanks to Equip Health for the sweet treat!

04/14/2026

In seasons of change, identity, and self-discovery, it can be powerful to have a space where you feel supported in exploring who you are. 🌱🌼

Jess Beck (.in.session), AMFT, works with transitional age youth, adults, and couples, and is especially passionate about supporting those navigating s*xuality and desire, identity shifts, and relationship patterns, including nonmonogamous, q***r, and trans experiences.

With a warm, collaborative, and relationship-centered approach, Jess helps clients make sense of their stories, rebuild self-trust, and move toward a more authentic and connected way of being. Her work creates space for exploration around evolving identities, relationships, and life transitions.

Clients often share that they feel deeply supported by their grounded presence and safe exploring both the challenges and growth that come with becoming more fully themselves.

If you are ready to explore your experiences and deepen your sense of connection, support is available. 🪴🤍

Visit rivieratherapy.com to learn more or book a session with Jess.

04/08/2026

Riviera Therapy is hiring an Office Manager to support the daily operations of our practice.

This role is ideal for someone who is organized, dependable, and takes pride in creating a well-run, welcoming environment for both clients and staff.

If you’re someone who can manage details, anticipate needs, and keep things running smoothly behind the scenes, we’d love to hear from you.

📩 Please send your resume to: amara@rivieratherapy.com

Feel free to share with someone who may be a good fit.

04/07/2026

In the midst of confusing or painful experiences, healing often begins in a space where we feel safe enough to be seen. 🌱🤍

Annie Finch (), LMFT, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who works with adults, couples, and families navigating relationship challenges, trauma, addiction, and the overwhelm that can come with life’s most difficult seasons.

As a Certified S*x Addiction Therapist and Certified Substance Use Counselor, Annie supports clients as they recover from the deeply disruptive impact these experiences can have on relationships, identity, and well-being. Her approach is warm, grounded, and collaborative, helping clients move out of survival mode and toward a place of authenticity, connection, and healing.

Clients often share that they appreciate Annie’s ability to hold space for both tenderness and the truth, with compassion, honesty, and without judgment.

If you’re seeking guidance, growth, and a place to feel fully seen, support is here. 🕊️

Visit rivieratherapy.com to learn more or book a session with Annie today.

04/01/2026

EMDR, Groups & Meet Jess! -

Sometimes talk therapy can only take us so far. You understand your patterns, you can name what happened but your body still reacts like it’s happening now. That’s where EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) can make a meaningful difference.

03/28/2026

Sometimes you just need to close the laptop, turn the phone on , and unwind for the weekend 🌴🦩🌵

03/25/2026

MEN’S SEXUAL INTEGRITY & RECOVERY GROUP
For P**n Addiction & S*xual Compulsivity

If you’re feeling stuck in patterns around p**n, s*x, or secrecy—and it’s impacting your relationships, identity, or sense of control—you’re not alone. This group is designed for men who want to break out of compulsive cycles and build something more grounded, honest, and connected.

This is not just about stopping behavior. It’s about understanding what’s driving it, learning how to regulate it, and developing a healthier relationship with yourself and others.

What to Expect:
    •    A confidential, in-person group of men working toward recovery
    •    Structured, therapist-guided process with space for real conversation
    •    Focus on accountability, emotional awareness, and relapse prevention
    •    Exploration of shame, triggers, intimacy, and identity
    •    Practical tools you can apply immediately

Details:
    •    Start Date: April 22, 2026
    •    When: Wednesday’s from 5:30-6:45pm
    •    Duration: 8 weeks
    •    Format: In-person
    •    Cost: $80 per week

This group is a good fit if you’re ready to move beyond white-knuckling it and actually understand—and change—the pattern.

Spots are limited to keep the group focused and effective.

Matthew Chung, MA, LMFT, CSAT
Matthew@rivieratherapy.com
(805) 242-3216
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist #157512
Certified S*x Addiction Therapist

03/12/2026

Meet Matt, one of the therapists at Riviera Therapy. 👋

is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in helping men who feel stuck, especially around s*x, p**n, shame, and identity. He also works with couples navigating betrayal, intimacy breakdowns, and the process of rebuilding trust.

His approach is compassionate, direct, and structured. Matt also integrates EMDR and other evidence-based approaches to help clients process trauma, so you’re not just talking about the past, you’re changing how it lives in your body.

If this resonates with you, support is available. You don’t have to figure it out alone.

✨ Learn more about Matt or book a session at the link in bio.

*xtherapy 💬