Open Relationships Non-Monogamy Counselling in Cessnock, NSW
I am a Hunter Valley based therapist and Clinical Supervisor with over 15 years experience. I offer a wealth of knowledge and in-depth experience of complex trauma, life-controlling issues, addictions and relationships. Co-founder/CEO of a women's rehabilitation program, Destiny Haven, our mission is to see the lives of broken women restored. I have received significant recognition for my achievements, including finalist in Telstra Businesswomen's awards (2017). I use proven approaches offering unique expertise to help you quickly begin to experience relief from life controlling symptoms that hinder your relationships and limit life
I am a Hunter Valley based therapist and Clinical Supervisor with over 15 years experience. I offer a wealth of knowledge and in-depth experience of complex trauma, life-controlling issues, addictions and relationships. Co-founder/CEO of a women's rehabilitation program, Destiny Haven, our mission is to see the lives of broken women restored. I have received significant recognition for my achievements, including finalist in Telstra Businesswomen's awards (2017). I use proven approaches offering unique expertise to help you quickly begin to experience relief from life controlling symptoms that hinder your relationships and limit life
Sometimes life feels like it is getting out of hand. You are transitioning through different phases of life and your expectations are changing as you do. You are frustrated that things are not going the way you had hoped or planned, and you aren't sure why? You may not be connected in the ways you'd like with your family or friends, so you don't have the personal support network that people are designed to rely upon. You wonder how other people manage and you feel like you should be, too...but you don't feel like you have any control and you aren't sure how to create meaningful change. You just need some help without judgement.
Sometimes life feels like it is getting out of hand. You are transitioning through different phases of life and your expectations are changing as you do. You are frustrated that things are not going the way you had hoped or planned, and you aren't sure why? You may not be connected in the ways you'd like with your family or friends, so you don't have the personal support network that people are designed to rely upon. You wonder how other people manage and you feel like you should be, too...but you don't feel like you have any control and you aren't sure how to create meaningful change. You just need some help without judgement.
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I am a psychologist, with an approach to therapy that is person-centred and holistic in nature, taking into account the many aspects of the human experience and the influences that shape us. I have experience in assessing and providing therapeutic services to adolescents and adults with a diverse range of mental health conditions, and have a special interest in working with complex trauma and dissociation, anxiety, and attachment difficulties. I strive to create safety for individuals to explore their vulnerabilities and am passionate about supporting clients to reduce suffering, to live authentically, and achieve their goals.
I am a psychologist, with an approach to therapy that is person-centred and holistic in nature, taking into account the many aspects of the human experience and the influences that shape us. I have experience in assessing and providing therapeutic services to adolescents and adults with a diverse range of mental health conditions, and have a special interest in working with complex trauma and dissociation, anxiety, and attachment difficulties. I strive to create safety for individuals to explore their vulnerabilities and am passionate about supporting clients to reduce suffering, to live authentically, and achieve their goals.
I'm passionate about helping people heal their inner child and find peace in their lives. My goal is to provide a safe, empathetic, and supportive space where you can reconnect with your inner child, process those unresolved emotions, and start your journey towards healing.
I'm passionate about helping people heal their inner child and find peace in their lives. My goal is to provide a safe, empathetic, and supportive space where you can reconnect with your inner child, process those unresolved emotions, and start your journey towards healing.
I work with clients who are looking for understanding, empathy and acceptance. I am experienced with working with complex trauma, anxiety, depression, substance abuse and eating disorders. People who are looking to not just talk through their issues but who want to be in a space to work on and transform their inner worlds and the way they approach life find that the way I work alongside them as well as the space I provide resonates with them. Maybe you have tried lots of different therapists and are looking for someone different and who thinks out of the box - if so, I may be the person for you!
I work with clients who are looking for understanding, empathy and acceptance. I am experienced with working with complex trauma, anxiety, depression, substance abuse and eating disorders. People who are looking to not just talk through their issues but who want to be in a space to work on and transform their inner worlds and the way they approach life find that the way I work alongside them as well as the space I provide resonates with them. Maybe you have tried lots of different therapists and are looking for someone different and who thinks out of the box - if so, I may be the person for you!
I am a compassionate, relatable and non judgemental therapist. I love the process of helping people to understand and overcome the complexities and challenges they face in their daily lives. I have over 30 years experience working as a mental health practitioner and psychotherapist, and 10 years experience as a meditation teacher, mindfulness practitioner and practising buddhist. I understand that every person is unique and requires a personalised approach to healing. Whatever changes or problems you are navigating, my priority is to create a warm and open space for you to share and work through your experiences.
I am a compassionate, relatable and non judgemental therapist. I love the process of helping people to understand and overcome the complexities and challenges they face in their daily lives. I have over 30 years experience working as a mental health practitioner and psychotherapist, and 10 years experience as a meditation teacher, mindfulness practitioner and practising buddhist. I understand that every person is unique and requires a personalised approach to healing. Whatever changes or problems you are navigating, my priority is to create a warm and open space for you to share and work through your experiences.
Welcome! I’m Aicha, a French couple counsellor with a passion for guiding individuals through the challenging terrain of their relationships. Whether you're experiencing communication breakdowns, constant conflict, trust issues, intimacy challenges, infidelity, or navigating major life transitions such as parenthood or career changes, I'm dedicated to providing you with the tools and support you need to rebuild and strengthen your relationship. I also offer support to couples dealing with mental health concerns such as anxiety or ADHD, helping you navigate these complexities with empathy and practical strategies.
Welcome! I’m Aicha, a French couple counsellor with a passion for guiding individuals through the challenging terrain of their relationships. Whether you're experiencing communication breakdowns, constant conflict, trust issues, intimacy challenges, infidelity, or navigating major life transitions such as parenthood or career changes, I'm dedicated to providing you with the tools and support you need to rebuild and strengthen your relationship. I also offer support to couples dealing with mental health concerns such as anxiety or ADHD, helping you navigate these complexities with empathy and practical strategies.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed or just need to talk? I'm here to listen. Whether you're navigating big life changes, ADHD, anxiety, trauma, or seeking better self care or healthy boundaries with others, I'm here to support you.
I provide flexible telehealth counselling services (phone or Zoom), offering a safe space to explore what's been on your mind.
I'm especially passionate about supporting my clients to create lives that work with their neurodivergence rather than against it. Together, we'll create practical strategies that make sense for your life.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed or just need to talk? I'm here to listen. Whether you're navigating big life changes, ADHD, anxiety, trauma, or seeking better self care or healthy boundaries with others, I'm here to support you.
I provide flexible telehealth counselling services (phone or Zoom), offering a safe space to explore what's been on your mind.
I'm especially passionate about supporting my clients to create lives that work with their neurodivergence rather than against it. Together, we'll create practical strategies that make sense for your life.
Jaclyn Potts Psychologist
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
About you: You are a person who wants to rest in a safe space. You may be seeking a place to be vulnerable, held and supported while you process your experiences and discuss your inner thoughts. You may have experienced trauma, be a new parent, undergoing stressful life changes and adjustments or looking at learning new coping skills. Please note: I accept Mental Health Care Plans (MHCP), your Medicare rebate will be $89.65. We are not a bilk billing practice. Your out of pocket expense will be $135.35.
About you: You are a person who wants to rest in a safe space. You may be seeking a place to be vulnerable, held and supported while you process your experiences and discuss your inner thoughts. You may have experienced trauma, be a new parent, undergoing stressful life changes and adjustments or looking at learning new coping skills. Please note: I accept Mental Health Care Plans (MHCP), your Medicare rebate will be $89.65. We are not a bilk billing practice. Your out of pocket expense will be $135.35.
Karen Morris is a tertiary qualified counsellor and supervisor with over 30 years experience in clinical practice. Karen employs a person-centred and strength-based approach to empower people to reflect on their lives and help them make positive changes. Karen utilise the principles of neuroscience in her clinical work to help clients understand the importance of the role of the brain in healing. She provides practical strategies in her sessions to assist clients in re-wiring their brain patterns to develop optimal functioning and resilience.
Karen Morris is a tertiary qualified counsellor and supervisor with over 30 years experience in clinical practice. Karen employs a person-centred and strength-based approach to empower people to reflect on their lives and help them make positive changes. Karen utilise the principles of neuroscience in her clinical work to help clients understand the importance of the role of the brain in healing. She provides practical strategies in her sessions to assist clients in re-wiring their brain patterns to develop optimal functioning and resilience.
Many of us have old stories and ways of being which get in the way of uncovering and recognising our unique gifts to ourselves and the world. I am a trauma informed integrative psychotherapist assisting people appreciate who they are, and who they might want to become. I'm passionate about helping people flourish through realising their potential in personal mission, vocation, self development, and relationships.
Many of us have old stories and ways of being which get in the way of uncovering and recognising our unique gifts to ourselves and the world. I am a trauma informed integrative psychotherapist assisting people appreciate who they are, and who they might want to become. I'm passionate about helping people flourish through realising their potential in personal mission, vocation, self development, and relationships.
Carol-Anne is a highly experienced and compassionate therapist with a diverse background in psychotherapy, Counselling, Human Resources, and Training. She offers a holistic approach to mental health and relationship counselling empowering clients to better navigate life's challenges effectively.
Carol-Anne is a highly experienced and compassionate therapist with a diverse background in psychotherapy, Counselling, Human Resources, and Training. She offers a holistic approach to mental health and relationship counselling empowering clients to better navigate life's challenges effectively.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with vast experience in working with clients of a variety of ages in private practice. For the past six and a half years I worked specifically with youth, aged from 14 to 25. I am passionate about working with youth but I am also open to working with other age groups as well. My areas of interest include complex trauma, ADHD, gender identity, sexuality, anxiety, depression, stress management, and cultural change and adjustment.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with vast experience in working with clients of a variety of ages in private practice. For the past six and a half years I worked specifically with youth, aged from 14 to 25. I am passionate about working with youth but I am also open to working with other age groups as well. My areas of interest include complex trauma, ADHD, gender identity, sexuality, anxiety, depression, stress management, and cultural change and adjustment.
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I am also polyamory, multiple/system, kink, and sex work friendly.
I'm Jay (they/them), a transmasculine non-binary counselor with a focus on supporting people in the LGBTIQ+ community, neurodivergent folk, and others who feel like their identity or lifestyle is stigmatised or misunderstood. I work with issues of identity, meaning, and purpose and feelings of stuckness. Maybe your life doesn't feel quite right despite (or maybe especially) it looking good on paper, or old issues are starting to bubble up now. I believe that everyone deserves to have a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space to work through the issues that have brought them into therapy - however long that may take.
I am also polyamory, multiple/system, kink, and sex work friendly.
I'm Jay (they/them), a transmasculine non-binary counselor with a focus on supporting people in the LGBTIQ+ community, neurodivergent folk, and others who feel like their identity or lifestyle is stigmatised or misunderstood. I work with issues of identity, meaning, and purpose and feelings of stuckness. Maybe your life doesn't feel quite right despite (or maybe especially) it looking good on paper, or old issues are starting to bubble up now. I believe that everyone deserves to have a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space to work through the issues that have brought them into therapy - however long that may take.
Supporting clients with LGBTQIA (plus) identities, divergent gender identities, and relationship styles and identities such as Ethical Non-Monogamy (ENM) or Polyamory, Asexuality, Graysexuality, Demisexuality, Panromantic, and other relationship and identity paradigms.
Psychotherapist Tania Rose draws from 30+ years of experience providing support for Autistic and ADHD adults through a neurodiversity-affirming and queer-affirming lived-experience lens, Australia-wide via Zoom. Clients may self-identify or have a diagnosis and wish to build personal capacity and supportive relationships. Tania also supports adults living with Tourettes & Down Syndrome focusing on the unique experience of each individual. Supporting individuals and relationships, queer, neurodivergent, and differently-abled clients. Ethical Non-Monogamous (ENM), Relationship Anarchy (RA), and unique relationship styles welcome.
Supporting clients with LGBTQIA (plus) identities, divergent gender identities, and relationship styles and identities such as Ethical Non-Monogamy (ENM) or Polyamory, Asexuality, Graysexuality, Demisexuality, Panromantic, and other relationship and identity paradigms.
Psychotherapist Tania Rose draws from 30+ years of experience providing support for Autistic and ADHD adults through a neurodiversity-affirming and queer-affirming lived-experience lens, Australia-wide via Zoom. Clients may self-identify or have a diagnosis and wish to build personal capacity and supportive relationships. Tania also supports adults living with Tourettes & Down Syndrome focusing on the unique experience of each individual. Supporting individuals and relationships, queer, neurodivergent, and differently-abled clients. Ethical Non-Monogamous (ENM), Relationship Anarchy (RA), and unique relationship styles welcome.
Kink, Sex Work, and Polyamory/Non-Monogamy friendly.
Providing therapy that’s a little bit fruity. Hey I'm Connor, a queer trans masc therapist. I use he and they pronouns, with preference switching day-to-day depending on how I feel. I specialise in working with the trans community, emphasising gender affirming care and sexual wellbeing and pleasure while navigating dysphoria.
Kink, Sex Work, and Polyamory/Non-Monogamy friendly.
Providing therapy that’s a little bit fruity. Hey I'm Connor, a queer trans masc therapist. I use he and they pronouns, with preference switching day-to-day depending on how I feel. I specialise in working with the trans community, emphasising gender affirming care and sexual wellbeing and pleasure while navigating dysphoria.
Sexual Psychology: Clinical Psyc & Sex Therapist
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Bondi Junction, NSW 2022
Common issues: Low Desire; Erection; Painful Sex; Ejaculation; Porn/Sex Addiction; OCD (HOCD, POCD); PTSD (CSA, Sexual Assault); Kink; (a)Sexuality; Gender; Sex w cancer/disability; Paraphilia; STIs; Sex workers; ENM/ Polyamory; ADHD; Depression; Anxiety; ASD.
Hi! I’m George. Sexual problems are common and can be resolved. As a clinical psychologist and sex therapist I am in the unique position of having experience and training in both mental health and sexual function, gender, sexuality, and relationships at the Masters level. Although my specialty is sexual issues, I take a whole person perspective and offer treatment for all metal health and relationship problems. I work with individuals, couples and poly relationships
Common issues: Low Desire; Erection; Painful Sex; Ejaculation; Porn/Sex Addiction; OCD (HOCD, POCD); PTSD (CSA, Sexual Assault); Kink; (a)Sexuality; Gender; Sex w cancer/disability; Paraphilia; STIs; Sex workers; ENM/ Polyamory; ADHD; Depression; Anxiety; ASD.
Hi! I’m George. Sexual problems are common and can be resolved. As a clinical psychologist and sex therapist I am in the unique position of having experience and training in both mental health and sexual function, gender, sexuality, and relationships at the Masters level. Although my specialty is sexual issues, I take a whole person perspective and offer treatment for all metal health and relationship problems. I work with individuals, couples and poly relationships
Hi, I’m Patrick Hukins (they/them), a Psychotherapist and Counsellor with a deep commitment to supporting individuals through their unique journeys. My practice focuses on sexuality, gender, and relationship therapy. I work with individuals experiencing a wide variety of concerns from navigating complex relationships, sexuality, and gender affirming care, to coping with trauma, disability and mental health struggles. I am passionate about creating an environment where clients feel respected heard, and empowered to be their authentic selves.
Hi, I’m Patrick Hukins (they/them), a Psychotherapist and Counsellor with a deep commitment to supporting individuals through their unique journeys. My practice focuses on sexuality, gender, and relationship therapy. I work with individuals experiencing a wide variety of concerns from navigating complex relationships, sexuality, and gender affirming care, to coping with trauma, disability and mental health struggles. I am passionate about creating an environment where clients feel respected heard, and empowered to be their authentic selves.
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Why might an individual want to see a therapist specialising in open relationships and consensual non-monogamy?
A client seeking help with an open or consensually non-monogamous relationship will prefer to talk with a professional whom they can count on to be nonjudgmental. Talking with a supportive therapist may on its own help relieve some of the stigma and challenges partners face. That said, the most important factor in the success of any type of therapy is the ability of the client and practitioner to form a strong, trusting bond. For this reason, an individual or couple could find success with a therapist who does not specialise in non-monogamous relationships but with whom they can build trust.
When should open or consensually non-monogamous partners seek counselling?
Like other couples, polyamorous partners typically seek counseling when they face relationship challenges they can’t solve themselves. In non-monogamous relationships, this could include breaches of trust, including infidelity; unclear rules or violations of boundaries; jealousy of outside partners; the stress of juggling the needs of multiple partners; or the effect of high partner turnover on children. Like those of other couples, polyamorous bonds can be threatened by increasingly frequent arguments, poor or dysfunctional communication, diminished emotional or physical intimacy, or the feeling that something is wrong, even if they don’t know what it is.
Do therapists have special training to gain expertise in open relationships and consensual non-monogamy?
No, but individuals seeking help with non-monogamous relationships would most likely consult a licensed professional with specific training in couples counseling or couples therapy. Couples counselling and couples therapy both involve teaching concrete strategies to navigate conflict in relationships. A good therapist can engage both partners as they explain these approaches but can also work with a single partner.
How long does therapy for consensually non-monogamous couples typically last?
Couples therapy for any type of couple, tends to be relatively time-limited, lasting around 12 weeks on average. A good therapist will tailor sessions to the individual partners’ emotions and sometimes their past, along with patterns found to be repeating in the relationship. In many cases, clients should expect their therapist to assign “homework” between weekly sessions.