Psychotherapists - Licensed or Registered

I use relational, psychodynamic, and psychoanalytic frameworks with poly- and kink-friendly, queer-affirmative, and trauma-informed lenses. I speak English, Hindi, Malayalam, and Tamizh. I work with young adults (18-30 years) and adults (30-60 years) on the impact of trauma and relational difficulties in various life domains.

I provide long-term online therapy across India and the South Asian diaspora.

Hilda Nanning is a Community Counselling Clinic Director and Therapist Supervisor and a Registered Clinical Counsellor, who provides relational counselling for adult individual, couples and groups, from a feminist-narrative therapy approach. Hilda works with all problems, crisis or identity issues and is a sex-positive therapist who supports fluid gender, identity, and sexual health. Hilda incorporates advanced crisis, somatic and trauma work with her practice and is an ally and advocate for radical inclusion, cultural, gender, spiritual and relationship diversity.

I am a relationship counselor with an emphasis on using customized, empirically based therapeutic methods to help you reach that loving, healthy relationship that you deserve. Whether you are seeking a relationship or are seeking to improve the existing one, I have the tools to help you. My niche is helping to facilitate collaborative loving relationships.

My therapeutic approach originates from a systemic view of relationships and development. I believe in a strength-based methodology and that anyone can benefit from support and a nonjudgmental perspective during difficult transitions and experiences. My ideal client:self-motivated and invested in their growth. I offer a high degree of respect for clients, meet them where they are, working on what they consider to be important. I’m open-minded and understanding.

I specialize in couples and individuals with sexual issues, gender issues and communication difficulties. I offer groups as sufficient need arises. I also offer online therapy, which requires an initial face to face visit: Please note: client and I both need to be in NC when services are provided.

• Professional specialties and skills: I use a truly integrative and collaborative approach, utilizing empirically supported treatments to assist clients in healing and developing a renewed sense of self. EMDR, CBT, MDFT, and Humanistic approaches are often used to treat concerns such as: sexual trauma recovery, sexual desire discrepancy, painful sex, sexual shame, non-monogamy, erectile difficulties, balancing personal and professional life in sex work
• Language(s) spoken: English
• Populations served - adults, individuals, couples, and throttles. I am sex-positive, trauma-informed, LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, BDSM/kink, polyam, sex worker, and neurodivergent affirming.

Currently providing therapy to adults and teens, individual or in all relationship configurations. I see clients struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, and/or relationship issues. I utilized CBT, DBT, EFT, but maintain an ecclectic approach that is individualized to each client’s needs. I am LGBTQ+ affirming and have extensive experience with Transgender teens and adults.

I view our marginalized identities as sources of deep strength and our past and present challenges as places from which we can learn, grow, and heal. While centering your experiences and truths, I bring warmth, humor, and unconditional openness to our relationship. I aim to serve as a trustworthy guide, confidant, and accomplice as you set goals that are right for you and ultimately work toward achieving them. I have experience working with: various issues of sexuality, navigating gender and gender transition (social, medical, etc.), conflicts of faith and/or spirituality with gender and sexuality, body image (employing a HAES perspective), and more.

We are a multi-disciplinary private psychotherapy practice in Columbus, OH, among the pioneers in Columbus offering psychotherapy to sexual minorities. All of our therapists have experience in working with a range of traditional and non-traditional relationship types; we are LGBT friendly, S/M and B/D friendly and poly friendly. We accept most insurance and also accept private pay clients. We are committed to non-judgmental affirmative psychotherapy that helps clients find their own answers to life's challenges.

I offer online and outdoor therapy sessions from an anti-oppressive, heart-centered foundation. I see adults, teens/tweens, relationship groups and couples. Clients and I often work on relationship struggles, sexual difficulties, anxiety, PTSD, or substance use. I’m here for all of it. Reach out.

I am a psychodynamically oriented therapist who specializes in work with artists. Private practice, New York, 2010-2017; LA 2017-on. Author of A Life of One’s Own: A Guide to Better Living Through the Work and Wisdom of Virginia Woolf (Penguin), with a clinical focus on sexuality and artistic identity. Navigating a range of patient concerns including trauma, addiction, and anxiety.

Postdoctoral work: William Alanson White institute, 2010-2011; Psychology Intern, Manhattan Psychiatric Institute, NYC, 2009-2010; Psychology Extern, Fordham University Student Counseling Center, NYC, 2008-2009; Psychology Extern, Heights Hill Outpatient Clinic, Brooklyn, NY, 2007-2008; Psychology Extern, Beth Israel Practicum, 2006-2007; Faculty Counselor, The New School, 2004-2010

I am a Poly-friendly Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Licensed Educational Psychologist with a comprehensive practice in Orange, California. I see children, teens, adults, couples, triads, quads etc and families with a wide variety of concerns and issues. I have specializations in the areas of sexuality/gender, alternative/kink lifestyles, disability and the family, trauma, chronic illness, chronic pain, catastrophic illness and loss, grief, special education. Additionally, my practice includes a special interest in working poly clients and the unique concerns facing the poly community as well as the day to day life issues that are multiplied by being poly. I offer a free short phone consultation. Please feel free to contact my office by phone, email or through my website.

I provide individual and relationship counselling, focused on serving neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ people. I am poly and kink affirming in my practice. I provide safe, inclusive ADHD assessment and gender-affirming care.

RELATIONSHIP & SEXUAL SOLUTIONS Couples and Individuals traditional and non-traditional life styles

Honest Talk leads to Sexual Clarity with Intimate Caring Know what you Need- Ask for what you Desire- Be willing to Negotiate.

A Practical Approach to Spiritual Sexual Knowledge Senior Teacher of Chuluaqui Quodoushka

Sex IS Sacred, Natural and Beautiful Heal yourself and your Relationship to experience this. - Does online consultation - Does phone consultation

I offer a knowledgeable, nonjudgmental space to explore your relationship landscape and life stressors with a qualified professional. I will not waste your time asking you to explain your lifestyle choices or challenge their validity. I work with individuals and relationships of all genders and sexual preferences, relationship anarchists, hierarchical polyamorists, those exploring open relationships for the first time, and poly families raising children. I specialize in kink, BDSM, and the LGBTQIA populations. You will be able to get right to the core of what you have come to therapy to work on, engaging in dialogue from a genuine and nourishing space that furthers your personal vision. I offer free 15-20 min video consultations.

My specialty is family and couples counseling, sexuality and gender issues, intimacy, relationship issues, and life transitions. I am polyamory and LQBTQ+ friendly. My approach integrates understanding of multigenerational trauma, neurobiology, somatic therapy, indigenous healing and mindfulness.

I speak English and Russian, understand Spanish

Professional specialties and skills: Non-Monogamy, Kink, Sexuality, Trauma

Language(s) spoken: German, English

Hi! Congratulations on taking this step toward getting connected with a therapist. Engaging in counseling can be one of the most impactful things you do for yourself and your relationship(s).

I am experienced with poly relationships of many configurations, as well as some of the challenges that often arise when a couple is navigating opening up their relationship. I am also comfortable and experienced with all gender identities and expressions, as well as a broad spectrum of sexualities (e.g., queer, same-gender-loving, kink). Some other presenting concerns I also frequently work with include anxiety and depression, spiritual concerns, trauma, and family of origin issues. My style is warm and gentle but direct.

I look forward to learning about you, and how I can support you in living your life at its fullest and best potential – even if that seems an impossibly long way off from here.

Throughout the 20+ years Irene has worked in the mental health field, she has worked with a wide variety of clients with a diversity of life experiences. She has historically worked with marginalized populations such as at-risk teens/youth in clinical outpatient settings, residential placement and families struggling with homelessness and OCS. She has experience working with clients in many stages of life and struggling with issues including trauma, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, psychosis, OCD/other impulse control issues. She has taken trainings on Health At Every Size and is fat/sex positive.

Irene specializes in LGBTQIA2+ folks, whether starting or in the middle of their queer/transitioning/identity development journey. She also works to support individuals struggling with identity and relationships, including poly, ethical non-monogamy and kink/fetishes.

Throughout the 20+ years Irene has worked in the mental health field, she has worked with a wide variety of clients with a diversity of life experiences. She has historically worked with marginalized populations such as at-risk teens/youth in clinical outpatient settings, residential placement and families struggling with homelessness and OCS. She has experience working with clients in many stages of life and struggling with issues including trauma, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, psychosis, OCD/other impulse control issues. She has taken trainings on Health At Every Size and is fat/sex positive.

Irene specializes in LGBTQIA2+ folks, whether starting or in the middle of their queer/transitioning/identity development journey. She also works to support individuals struggling with identity and relationships, including poly, ethical non-monogamy and kink/fetishes.

Irina Firstein, LCSW is a Licensed Marriage Counselor specializing in Marriage Counseling, Couples Counseling, Relationship Counseling & Couples Therapy. Located in Manhattan, New York NYC. - Does online consultation

I identify as a poly person since 2002. Professionally, I am a therapist and a counsellor, working with people in alternative lifestyles for the last 6 years.

It is very courageous and exciting to open-up and start living a poly lifestyle. There are times, however, when it is confusing and painful. I am here to help you through those times.

For those who will decide to continue counselling with me after a free intro session, I accept extended insurance. - Does phone consultation

California Licensed MFT, Board certified sex therapist, lecturer, author, and former Ask Isadora syndicated sex and relationship advice columnist which appeared in many news weeklies nationwide. For more than 35 years I have specialized in improving relationships, enhancing sexual expression, and communications (with oneself and with others). Traditional arrangements and Non. One time consultations or ongoing solution focused counseling. Adult individuals, couples, and relationship groups.

I work in full 90 minute sessions. I think these sessions of double the customary length of the standard 45 minute “hour” provide the best use of your time and money. I require payment by cash or check at the end of each appointment. Depending on your health coverage you may be able to get partial reimbursement for which I will provide a receipt. There are no long therapy contracts. Your sessions are scheduled as you need them, weekly, monthly or occasionally.

I emphasize problem solving - offering education, tools, techniques and resources. I provide a free online discussion Forum at www.askisadora.com. You can read my essays online on Psychology Today (www.psychologytoday.com/blog/sex-sociability) and see the list of my published books under Publications on my web site.

I work with adult clients, individuals, couples, and complex relationships. I also provide psychotherapeutic support to individuals seeking general counseling, assessments and support for individuals needing letters for medical procedures including gender confirming procedures, weight loss surgeries. I work with clients aged 18 and up and sometimes children aged 15-17 for assessments or in family therapy. My specialties are Queer and Transgender clients, Sex-positive and Kink aware individuals, technology and video game professionals and developers as well as people employed in that industry.

I am a therapist who is a part of the LGBT and poly communities. I have been working with these communities on a professional basis for over ten years. My practice includes varying combinations of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Psychoanalysis,and the Developmental Model of Couples Therapy with an overall focus on the importance of the relationship and connection between the therapist and the client to ensure that you feel secure and heard.

“Allow yourself to become intimately connected with all your parts.” -Virginia Satir

It takes courage to shine light on the parts of you that want to be seen. With a spirit of play and creativity, I will encourage you to engage your sense of wonder, so we can identify and build on your unique strengths.

Do you struggle in your relationships? What could it be like to intentionally cultivate a relationship where you are always seen and valued? With the right fit, that’s what happens in therapy. I will accept you exactly as you are, while making space for the person you are growing into - with compassion, warmth, and sometimes even humor. All of your emotions are welcome in our exploration - even the ones you judge yourself for.

You deserve to feel love and belonging.

As your therapist, I will invite you into a deeper and more rewarding relationship with yourself. Therapy looks different for everyone. We will work together to collaboratively discover what therapy looks like for you. You know yourself better than I ever will.

If you are seeking therapy with a partner or partners, I will help you learn to slow down and LISTEN to each other with curiosity, respect, and a willingness to be surprised. With couples and partners in all kinds of relationships, I support you to communicate more effectively, and see the best in one another.

Using a culturally sensitive, anti-oppression lens, I welcome people of every ability, size, gender, national origin, race/ethnicity, religious affiliation, relationship style; anywhere along the gender and sexuality spectrum - from teens to elders. I am CNM/polyamory-aware and BDSM/kink-knowledgeable, and sex worker friendly.

Some Common Issues I Can Help With: Relationships and Intimacy • Open Relationships/Consensual Non-Monogamy • Sexuality, Gender and Identity including LGBTQQ2SIA+ • Sex Therapy • Cultural Differences and Power Dynamics • Issues around experiences of Privilege or Oppression • Anxiety, Stress and Depression • ADHD • Creativity • Self Compassion and Releasing Shame • Life Transitions and Life Purpose • Psychedelic and Entheogenic Integration • Spiritual growth • Grief, Loss and Loneliness • Aging • Coping With Alzheimer’s or other Chronic Diagnoses

Professional specialties and skills: Desire Discrepancies, Low Sexual Libido, Orgasm, Genito Pelvic Pain, Sexual Exploration with BDSM/Kink, Opening Up Relationships/Marriages, Sex Therapy as related to Shame/Guilt, Healthy Communication Skills, Pleasure & Masturbation Exercises, Sexual Education, Burnout, Stress, Anxiety, Confidence, Self Care, Relaxation Techniques for Performance Anxiety, Foreplay, Aftercare, Mindfulness-Based Approaches, etc.

Populations served: 16+ LGBTQ+, Polyamory, BDSM/Kink, and Sex Later in Life, Individuals & Couples work. I love working with those who are spiritual souls that love the “woo woo,” to help connect sex with our minds, bodies, and souls. I incorporate crystal healing paired with meditations, mindfulness-based practices, visualization exercises, working with sexual affirmations, mantras, declarations for sexual self-confidence, and more!

I specialize in working with trans people across the lifespan, chronic illness, neurodiversity, and complex trauma. I speak English. I serve adolescents, young adults, and adults.

I offer individual and couples therapy and specialize in helping clients initiate and navigate major transitions in their relationships, careers, and academic pursuits. I especially welcome anyone seeking support for non-traditional identities and lifestyles, and the bulk of my practice consists of people who consider themselves to be QTPOC, gender non-binary, kinky, polyamorous, or consensually non-monogamous.

My approach to therapy is warm and collaborative and I like to balance practical problem-solving with deeper emotional processing. Let’s work together to come up with creative solutions that fit your unique life and get you back on a path toward a more productive, fulfilling, and value-driven life!

All therapy services are virtual at this time. I offer a free 15-min phone consultation, so send me an email to set up a call and see if I’m the right therapist for you!

I am a licensed psychotherapist with about 10 years of personal and professional experience with non-monogamy, and I specialize in working with couples. I work mostly with primary couples who want to strengthen their bond as one partner or both begin to include others in some deeper emotional and/or sexual way. I’ve helped many couples successfully move through the early stages of opening their relationship, and I’ve helped those who’ve been open for some time and need to repair a recent misstep or reevaluate their relationship. My approach emphasizes communication that is heard, felt and understood. I can also offer lots of tools, ideas and insights for couples who are new to open relationships. With an attitude of humor, curiosity and compassion, I want to help you find the structure that works for you. I have been in both monogamous and open relationships and am not biased toward one or the other. I believe it is important for each couple to find the relationship structure that best suits their needs and goals. I am committed to assisting those with any gender identity in finding love and connection. I have experience working with couples who desire to feel close again, need to regain trust after the crisis of an affair or loss, or need help with a specific issue such as sex, money or open relationship. We will locate where communication breaks down, explore the underlying feelings, and emphasize the resources and positive feelings that are sometimes withheld. I only accept out-of-network insurance coverage. I am available for Skype sessions for California residents.

This is a primary care office, that offers psychiatric care, psychiatric medication management, and psychiatric coordination. I specifically cater to the GLBTQQI, kink, poly, and underserved communities, but make myself available for clients with any specific psychiatric needs, all ages.