Support for Life Transitions, In Person or Online
Change is a part of life, but it isn’t always easy. Whether you’re facing a new chapter, grieving the end of one, or trying to make sense of everything in between, we’re here to help. At Riviera Therapy in Santa Barbara, we offer transition counseling to support individuals and families navigating life changes, whether expected or unexpected.
We provide weekly sessions that are calm, practical, and centered on what you need right now. You don’t have to go through it alone.
What Is Transitions Counseling?
Transitions counseling helps people process significant life changes, such as:
- Loss of a loved one
- Divorce or separation
- Career or retirement shifts
- Becoming a parent or adjusting to an empty nest
- Moving to a new place
- Recovery from illness, trauma, or addiction
- Shifting family roles or dynamics
Some changes bring relief. Others bring grief. Most bring both.
Whatever you’re going through, our therapists offer a safe space to talk it through, sort your thoughts, and figure out your next steps.
Who We Help
- Emotional stress during big life changes
- Struggles adjusting after trauma, loss, or relationship shifts
- Anxiety about the future or difficulty letting go of the past
- Changes related to identity, aging, or long-term recovery
Many of our clients are navigating multiple challenges at the same time. For example, managing parenting stress while also caring for elderly parents, healing from addiction, or rebuilding after a breakup.
Our goal is to help you show up in your life with more clarity and confidence, even when things feel uncertain.
Our Approach
At Riviera Therapy, we take the time to understand your story and your values. Your sessions will be grounded, compassionate, and tailored to your needs. Depending on what’s most helpful, we may use:
- Talk therapy focused on emotional processing and clarity
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for stress and decision-making
- Mindfulness and grounding techniques
- Family counseling or couples work when transitions affect others
- Support for overlapping concerns like anxiety, grief, or addiction
We believe healing happens through connection. Our team collaborates to make sure you feel supported from your first call through the entire process.
Transitions We Commonly Support
We’ve helped clients in Santa Barbara and across California navigate changes such as:
- Returning to civilian life after military service
- Starting over after rehab or treatment
- Rebuilding life after divorce or estrangement
- Coming out or redefining identity
- Becoming a caregiver or adjusting to a medical diagnosis
These are moments when life asks you to change, even when you’re not ready. Our therapists walk beside you and help you adjust at your own pace.
Therapy in Santa Barbara or Online
Sessions are available in our cozy, quiet office on State Street or through secure video for clients anywhere in California. Whether you prefer to meet in person or from the comfort of home, we’re here to support you.
We offer flexible scheduling and see clients for short-term or ongoing work. If you’re unsure where to begin, that’s completely okay. The first step is reaching out.
Start Your Next Chapter With Support
You don’t need to have everything figured out. Transitions counseling helps you slow down, reflect, and move forward with greater clarity. Whether you’re navigating a loss, a new beginning, or both, we’re here to support you on your journey.
Contact us today to schedule a free consultation and learn the skills to get started on the next chapter of your life!
Frequently Asked Questions
Transitions counseling is a form of therapy that supports people during major life changes. These may include grief, relationship shifts, career changes, aging, illness, or addiction recovery. Can this help with career or retirement changes?
Yes. We support clients experiencing work-related transitions such as retirement, burnout, job loss, or major career shifts.
We do. Our team includes therapists who specialize in working with young people adjusting to changes like divorce, relocation, or school transitions.
Many clients face multiple issues at once. If you are dealing with other mental health challenges such as; addiction, trauma, anxiety, or depression while also working through the life changes that may be connected to them.
We are an out-of-network provider. If your plan includes mental health coverage, we can give you a superbill to submit for possible reimbursement. We’re happy to guide you through the process.
