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

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.

02/04/2026

We celebrate black history by uplifting black voices, honoring ancestral wisdom, and recommitting to equity in mental health care.

Today and every day, we stand for healing, representation, and justice. 🖤🪷

02/03/2026

🐾 Happy National Golden Retriever Day! 🐾

All Goldens bring smiles wherever they go… and we’re lucky to have one of our own, Dr. Jenn Kennedy’s lovable pup, Cody. 💛 Cody reminds us what therapy is all about, showing patience, comfort, and the simple power of presence.

Here’s to all Goldens spreading joy and to Cody, the special one in our lives who makes ours a little fuller. ✨

01/29/2026

2026 is off to a strong start here at Riviera Therapy! We can hardly believe we’re approaching the end of January. We’re grateful for another year of helping folks with addiction, ADHD, parenting, relationships, intimacy, identity, and more. We’re growing, we’re evolving, and we’re here for you! ✨🩵

01/21/2026

In times of growth and change, we’re often called to slow down, listen inward, and nurture the relationships that shape us. 🌱

Laurie Bienvenue, AMFT, is a compassionate therapist who views therapy as a courageous and deeply affirming step toward growth. Rooted in a depth psychological approach, Laurie focuses on the meaningful connection between mind, body, and relationships, and supports clients as they explore healing, self-understanding, and lasting change.

With training in somatic psychotherapy, interpersonal neurobiology, dream tending, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and object relations, Laurie works thoughtfully with both individuals and couples. She is trauma-informed, affirming of LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent communities, and experienced in working with autistic clients. Laurie also enjoys couples work and creates a comfortable, open space to explore intimacy, s3x, and s3xuality.

Laurie believes you are the expert in your own life and feels privileged to walk alongside you as you create yourself. You don’t have to do this work alone. Support is here. 🫶🏼

Visit rivieratherapy.com to book a session or learn more about Riviera Therapy. 💙

01/19/2026

🚨 Big news at Riviera Therapy! 🚨

We’re so excited to welcome Jess Beck to the Riviera Therapy team. Jess works with individuals and couples exploring identity, s3xuality, and intimacy, especially when feeling stuck, disconnected, or weighed down by shame. She supports clients navigating LGBTQIA+ identity exploration, religious or purity-culture–based shame, nontraditional relationship structures, and major life transitions, with a deep focus on s3xual health, desire, embodiment, and authenticity.

Her work is grounded in trauma-informed, relational care, integrating feminist, person-centered, and narrative approaches. Jess offers a collaborative, nonjudgmental space where clients are empowered to build self-trust, reconnect with their bodies, and author their own stories 🪷

Interested in working with Jess?
For questions or to book a session:
📧 Jess@RivieraTherapy.com
📱 Call/Text: (805) 699-5375

Visit our website (link in bio) to learn more and book a session! ✨

01/14/2026

ADHD Group & Vday Wkshop ✨ -

Being in a relationship with someone who has ADHD can feel confusing, exhausting, or isolating. You may find yourself wondering, “Is this ADHD or something else?” or “How do I support my partner without losing myself?”

01/12/2026

Meet Mesa! 🐾✨She’s a 3.5-year-old Portuguese Water Dog with a big personality and an even bigger sense of adventure. Mesa is best known for proudly picking up the largest stick she can possibly find on hikes and for her signature sneak attacks from behind that may or may not involve taking out knees along the trail. 😄🌲

When she’s not keeping things exciting outdoors, Mesa enjoys soaking up love, staying close to her human, and living her best spoiled-pup life. 💛

Mesa belongs to Shannon Fennell, one of our amazing therapists here at Riviera Therapy, and we are so happy to have her as part of our extended pack!

Does your dog have a mischievous or adventurous streak too? Tell us in the comments! ⬇️

01/10/2026

Hugs Can Heal 🤍Did you know a simple hug can do more than lift your mood? People who hug often report fewer symptoms of depression and anxiety. Hugs can calm your nervous system, ease stress, and remind us we’re not alone.

Even small gestures of connection can make a big difference. Take a moment today to hug someone you care about or share comfort in your own way.

Riviera Therapy is here to walk alongside you. Learn more or book a session at RivieraTherapy.com. ✨

01/07/2026

Healing isn’t always linear, and some days hope can feel out of reach. But with support, patience, and self-compassion, it’s still there, quietly waiting to be rediscovered.

Riviera Therapy is here to walk alongside you. 🩵🌊 Learn more or book a session at rivieratherapy.com.

01/02/2026

As we step into a new year, it’s a powerful time to reconnect with yourself and with the people you love.

Dr. Jenn Kennedy is the owner of Riviera Therapy, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Board-Certified S*x Therapist who helps individuals and couples deepen intimacy, heal from challenges, and build more fulfilling relationships.

With warmth, curiosity, and evidence-based care, Dr. Jenn supports clients in navigating relationships, intimacy, and emotional growth, because your mental and relational health matters in every season, including the start of a new year. You don’t have to walk this journey alone. Riviera Therapy is here for you. 💙

Book a session or learn more at rivieratherapy.com

12/17/2025

Sometimes it’s hard to know if your anxiety is just everyday stress or something more. At Riviera Therapy, we believe understanding your feelings is the first step toward support and relief. 💙

This post highlights 3 ways to tell if your anxiety may be signaling an anxiety disorder. If your symptoms are persistent, intense, or interfering with daily life, help is available.

Riviera Therapy is here for you. Visit our website to learn more or book a session.

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.

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1515 State Street, Suite 7
Santa Barbara, CA
93101

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

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+18056996834

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http://RivieraTherapy.com/

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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.