FANOS Couples Check In
FANOS: Couples Sharing Exercise I often give this exercise to couples who come to see me for therapy. They want…
Staying Mentally Healthy During the Holidays: Practical Tips for Reducing Stress
The holiday season can bring joy, but it can also be stressful, especially for those living with mental health challenges.…
Incorporating Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills
By Fiona Stone, LMFT In my work with couples and individuals, I frequently turn to psychoeducation, focusing on four key…
More than Just the End of the “Honeymoon Phase”: Understanding Breakups Through Biological, Psychological, and Social Factors
Written by Erin Kownacki, AMFT The end of a relationship can evoke a wide range of emotions, often leaving individuals…
Local therapist opens new clinic in Downtown Santa Barbara to meet growing need in community
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.—Riviera Therapy owner Jenn Kennedy says the pandemic created a massive spike in the need for mental health…
The Connection Between Self-Trust and Self-Esteem: Building a Solid Foundation for Well-Being
Written by Annie Finch, LMFT, CADC, CSAT Self-trust and self-esteem are two fundamental components of psychological well-being that are deeply…
Can I Divorce My Family?
Family dynamics can be a source of profound joy and intense pain in today’s complex world. In our practice, we’ve…
Sexual Desire in Long-Term Relationships
One of the most frequent reasons people come to see me as a sex therapist is to talk about the lack of…
Does “Sleep Divorce” Mean the End?
Anyone over 40 years old knows that sleeping becomes a closely guarded, prized experience. It’s how we regenerate and keep…
Attachment Strategies in the Bedroom…
There’s a long-standing joke that therapy starts with “tell me about your mother.” While everything doesn’t come back to that…