Affirming Therapy for Queer, Trans, and LGBTQ+ Clients
At Riviera Therapy in Santa Barbara, we provide LGBTQ therapy for individuals, couples, and families navigating life transitions, identity questions, and emotional challenges. Our team offers high-quality, compassionate, and culturally competent therapy services for clients across the LGBTQ+ spectrum. Whether you’re working through relationship challenges, mental health concerns, or simply seeking a therapist who understands your lived experience, we’re here to support your well-being.
We offer both in-person and secure online therapy for individuals living in Santa Barbara and across California.
Therapy That Affirms Who You Are
Finding a therapist who affirms your gender identity and sexual orientation shouldn’t be a struggle. Our LGBTQ+ affirming therapists provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients of all ages, from teens to adults, can explore their own process, heal from trauma, and develop coping strategies for anxiety, grief, depression, addiction, and more.
We support clients exploring:
- Coming out or navigating family dynamics
- Gender identity and gender dysphoria
- Relationship or intimacy issues with partners or friends
- Discrimination or fear based on identity
- Life transitions, including those related to college, careers, or parenting
- Trauma tied to rejection, religious shame, or past abuse
Our Santa Barbara office is an inclusive environment where people of all identities; gay, lesbian, bi, queer, trans, and gender non-conforming are respected and supported. We are proud to serve the diverse LGBTQ community across Santa Barbara County.
Support for LGBTQ+ Individuals, Couples, and Families
At Riviera Therapy, we understand that therapy for LGBTQ clients must be personalized. Some clients want support for mental health symptoms like anxiety or depression. Others may seek help with body image, self-esteem, or relationship repair. Many are simply looking for someone who won’t question their identity.
- Adults and young adults
- Teens and families
- Children and parents navigating gender and identity topics
- Individuals and couples across the LGBTQ+ spectrum
Our team includes licensed marriage and family therapists and counseling associates trained to address issues relevant to queer and trans communities. We also work with Pacific Pride Foundation and other local resources to ensure clients receive coordinated support when needed.
What to Expect in LGBTQ Therapy
Your therapy is your space. Our approach is collaborative, direct, and grounded in respect. Whether you’re processing trauma, managing symptoms of depression or anxiety, exploring gender identity, or navigating complex relationships, our goal is to support your healing and growth.
You’ll have the option to work with a culturally competent individual therapist, participate in family therapy, or seek help as a couple or co-parents.
- Sliding scale fees for those in need
- Online therapy throughout California
- In-person sessions in our Santa Barbara office
- Clinicians currently accepting clients
We welcome clients from all backgrounds, identities, and family structures. Your safety, privacy, and comfort are our priorities.
Begin LGBTQ Therapy in Santa Barbara
You deserve support that affirms who you are. Whether you’re ready to start sessions or just exploring your options, we’re here to help.
Contact Riviera Therapy today to schedule a free consultation or book your first appointment. Let’s take the next step together.
FAQs: LGBTQ Therapy in Santa Barbara
We support clients exploring gender identity, sexual orientation, trauma, grief, anxiety, relationship challenges, and mental health symptoms within a respectful, affirming environment.
Yes. We offer secure online therapy for LGBTQ+ clients living anywhere in California, including Santa Barbara County.
Absolutely. We support LGBTQ+ couples working through communication issues, sex and intimacy, co-parenting, or other relationship needs.
Yes. Our team includes LGBTQ+ affirming therapists and counseling interns trained in culturally competent, inclusive care.
We are out-of-network but provide superbills for reimbursement. We also offer sliding scale options for qualifying clients.
