Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Therapists in London, ON
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Darryl DeRoches
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
I believe that our lives are best lived with a sense of purpose, and my purpose is to be of service to others. As such I work with people to help support them in identifying and addressing their challenges and assist them with being present in their lives. I am grateful to work with: First Responders addressing work, incurred trauma and personal issues related to their service. Persons who identify as part of the LGBTQ +,
Kink
and ENM communities in a culturally sensitive and
sex positive
environment. An important focus of my practice is working with men regarding their sexual health/functioning. Especially post cancer diagnosis.
Christine Krickhan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hi there :) I'm Christine and I am a white, ADHDer, queer person. I am passionate about helping 2SLGBTQ+ folx, parents, and adults explore challenges anxiety, depression and ADHD-specific struggles including executive dysfunction, procrastination and task initiation. I am also passionate about helping individuals explore different relationship dynamics (such as
kink
, polyamory and consensual non monogamy). I guide my clients through challenges with struggling to find and create meaning in life as well as help individuals discover and live according to the values they hold.
Kylie Banks
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Verified
Verified
As a trans woman, I am particularly passionate about working with members of marginalized groups. I have a keen interest LGBTQ+ issues, those dealing with gender identity concerns, sexuality concerns, and those with experience in the sex work industry. I practice from a sex-positive/
kink
-aware perspective.
London, ON N5V
& Online
Larissa Emmons
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* I help people struggling with anxiety/depression develop strategies to help them feel even 1% better/less stressed day by day. Client's have told me that thinking about their wellness journey in these smaller 1% steps is less overwhelming. Those 1%'s will start to add up! I am easy to talk to and down to earth. If you aren't sure what happens in therapy, give me a call! I would be happy to explain the process to you. The consultation is a great time to do a quick "vibe check" to see if we click and if you like my approach. If I am not the right fit for you, I will help connect you to someone who can help you!
Lorraine M Munro (She They)
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Specific areas of experience include healing from trauma; settlement and transition; parenting; work stressors, sex work and non-traditional work; gender, gender non-conforming, gender-queer, transgender experience; sexuality and relationships, including polyamory, monogamy,
kink
and working through conflict.
As a psychotherapist, I support you in fostering authentic relationships with yourself and your communities. I offer a space for reflection that is non-judgmental, queer positive - and has wheelchair access. I draw on a variety of approaches, with a focus on what works for you, and the different parts of you.
Gavynn McKay
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a queer, transmasculine, autistic therapist with ADHD providing services to those in Saskatchewan and Ontario. As someone who has navigated the mental health system as a client, I understand the importance of finding a therapist who meets each of your unique needs. I work from a client-centred, anti-oppressive, and non-judgemental perspective. I utilize Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and more. Others often describe me as warm, kind, and empathetic when addressing the mental-health needs of others.
Office is near:
London, ON N6A & Online
Jesse Lawther
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MPS, RPQ
Verified
Verified
I am sex, sex work,
kink
, poly positive and affirming.
I have a special interest in relationships; understanding how we come to relate with ourselves and one another, and the ways this connects with our unique world-views, beliefs, and life’s meaning. Together we will co-create our therapeutic relationship, valuing authenticity and creativity. And in the therapy room we might explore grief and bereavement, life transitions, queerness, anxiety, depression, and understanding emotions and identity. My style starts with a trauma-informed approach, and I draw on techniques from narrative therapy, internal family systems, emotion-focused therapy, and mindfulness-based therapy.
Waitlist for new clients
Heidi Argyle Art Therapy And Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RCAT, MA, RP
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
I’m
kink
knowledgeable, studying sex therapy, and the chances are, I’m fully qualified to meet you where you are.
I am a white, cis-female, queer, creative woman, and I go by Heidi! Art therapy is a great way to hack the therapeutic process. Trying to work through something tough, but you can’t talk about it — or you don’t want to? Art Therapy gives you a way to express yourself that doesn’t require you to, or to be “good at art”! Art gives your brain a way to get things out that our conscious mind doesn’t want to think about. So much of our relationship conflict comes from what’s not being said. What are you not saying? To whom? What’s stopping you? Let’s find out.
Sylvia Nagy
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
You’ve lost sight of who you are, what you want, and what matters to you. You feel unmotivated. You worry a lot. On a deep level, you feel alone. Your sadness and stress are valid responses. Your experiences are part of being human and you’re not alone in feeling this way.
Centrepeace Counselling & Therapy Services
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
11 Endorsed
Verified
11 Endorsed
Hello! We are a group therapy practice taking on new clients. Our names are Pam, Brittany, Christine, Eileen, Liam and Karsyn. We offer affirming therapy to the 2S-LGBTQIA+ community & our allies. We see youth 10-25, adults, families & adult relationships. Most of us are part of the queer community, or are close to it in some way. We offer support for things like: strengthening relationships; setting boundaries; improving communication, coping skills & self-esteem; processing emotions & experiences; exploring one's strengths, skills, identity, gender & sexuality; navigating partnerships and non-monogamous relationships, and more.
Lindsay M Sommerauer
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP (Q)
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you facing a major transition? Are you tired of struggling against the same things over and over in your life? Do you want to feel more confident and grounded in yourself? For these struggles and more, I offer wholehearted support for your change journey, following your cues and your hopes for your present and future. I will meet you where you are, helping you see and embrace the inner strengths you already have so you can ground yourself and move forward confidently in your life.
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Sarah Szpak
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA, BSW, RSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Do you feel like you’re trapped in a cycle you can’t get out of? Maybe your identity and relationships seem complicated or confusing, or you’re struggling through a time of major change. Perhaps you feel like you’re never good enough or that the people around you don't understand you. The process of working through these experiences often seems vulnerable or overwhelming. Doing so in a supportive environment can allow you to see complex situations more clearly or make them feel more manageable.
Soulscape Services: Psychotherapy & Wellness Hub
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, BAHons, RP
Verified
Verified
I know. It's a wild world we live in. There are so many things unknown and so many challenges from your past that might be surfacing. I'm not going to say that I have a clue what you are going through, because I don't. But what I do know is that the practitioners at SoulScape Services offer services that have helped people shift through intense anxiety and pain and if you are reading this, chances are that you are looking for some relief and a place to call home. If you are looking to find meaning, purpose, and to feel well again, Soulscape is a community of practitioners that treat your wellness from a whole-person perspective.
Avery Cyr
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q)
Verified
Verified
Have you been struggling with anxiety or depression? Feeling stuck? Maybe you had a traumatic experience and you know it still affects you but you don't know how. Often times, we can't simply talk our way out of trauma, depression or anxiety. It can impact the relationship between our body and mind and can even manifest as chronic pain, digestive issues, poor self-esteem and relationship difficulties. Art therapy can offer a container to explore difficult experiences and emotions, to hold things that may be difficult to put into words. It can provide effective coping strategies and help you build a healthy relationship with self.
Waitlist for new clients
Victor Feunekes
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Jan 30, 2023 - started wait list. I understand that you might be nervous to reach out to a therapist, especially if you’ve had trouble with other services in the past. I have experience supporting LGBQ, Trans, and Nonbinary adults and youth and their family members, members of the LGBTQ community who have struggled with navigating identity and spirituality, and anyone who struggles with constant negative self-talk. If you have some goals in mind to work toward, feel free to reach out. I can offer a consultation and give you some time to decide whether you feel we would be a good fit to work together.
London, ON N6B
& Online
Waitlist for new clients
Nate Freeman
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
I've worked therapeutically with diverse populations, in correctional and community settings, with families, adolescents and adults, for about 20 years. My approach is nuanced and responsive; my lens is anti-oppressive, attachment and trauma informed, queer and trans affirming, and psycho-dynamically and somatically attuned. To me, this means listening to, and noticing with you, communication from various verbal and non-verbal levels. It also means witnessing and acknowledging cultural, systemic, and familial legacies of power and oppression and their impact on our internal and external lives.
Robyn Horst
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
Imagine you have a cup that is full to the brim. You walk through life making sure the cup never spills, and you are so focused on keeping the cup steady that you don’t notice things going on around you. You don't react in big ways because it will tip the cup over. Suddenly, one final drop makes the whole cup overflow. You wonder - "What's wrong with me? I have been managing to hold on to this cup all this time and now everything is everywhere and outside of my control." Now, if the cup was actually half empty, one extra drop wouldn't make a big difference. Are you ready to start emptying your cup?
Waitlist for new clients
Jenna Mitchell
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Do the words "highly sensitive" resonate with you? Do you feel overwhelmed and misunderstood by others in your life? Feel that the world is too busy, too loud, too much? As a highly sensitive soul myself- I get it! I support highly sensitive and neurodivergent young adults who struggle with people-pleasing, perfectionism and ‘fitting in’. Let’s work together to find your voice and walk towards a life that feels more authentic and aligned. A life where you feel empowered in your sensitivity, worth and values. A life where there is intentional space for calm, joy and boundaries.
Rising Insight Counselling and Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA, CCC
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS with daytime and evening appointments available! Welcome to our clinic - we are a team of professionals who understand that finding the right therapist is no easy task. We are trained in different approaches such as neurofeedback, ACT, CBT, and DBT, to effectively support our clients.
Carey Main
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MEd , RSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Finding the right therapist is a process, and I appreciate that this process can feel overwhelming. I applaud you for taking the first step. Although the prospect of opening up to a stranger can be scary and leave you feeling exposed and vulnerable, with me as your therapist, you will not be alone in this journey. I am dedicated to offering a safe and respectful environment where I will be by your side as you explore your history, your story, and your truth. I honour the diversity of all relationships and I am passionate about supporting my clients in identifying and utilizing their inner and outer resources.
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Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Counsellors
Why might an individual want to see a sex-positive, kink-allied therapist?
A sex-positive or kinky individual may want to see a sex-positive, kink-allied therapist because the client may feel safer and more supported discussing their experiences and challenges. A therapist who identifies as kink-friendly will have experience with clients having diverse sexual preferences and will likely be nonjudgmental and supportive about issues brought to the table. It is important to note that sex-positive, kink-allied individuals may find equal success with therapists who do not have such specialised knowledge and background. The most important factor in the success of therapy is for the client and practitioner to form a strong, trusting bond.
Do therapists have special training to gain expertise in sex-positive, kink-allied treatment?
Generally, no. There are limited training programs and unofficial accreditations that therapists can pursue, but a therapist’s expertise will ultimately come from their previous experience with similar clients, their engagement with organisations that promote sex positivity or kink-allied lifestyles, and the importance they place on safety and cultural sensitivity.
How can individuals recognise a good sex-positive, kink-allied therapist?
An experienced therapist is able to help clients explore their sexual identity and expression and relieve any discomfort or stigma attached to discussing such matters and the client’s overall challenges. A therapist who is sex-positive and kink-allied is able to create an environment that honors a client’s experience and sexual preferences. To recognise a good therapist, clients can simply ask directly about topics and issues important to them and gauge their comfort level and connection with a clinician based on the responses.
Can clients benefit from having a therapist with a focus on sex positivity and alternative sexual lifestyles?
Some individuals may feel most comfortable knowing that the clinician they’re working with has a commitment to creating an atmosphere of sex positivity and has experience with relationship diversity and alternative relationship structures. Working with a sex-positive, kink-allied therapist may help clients respect their own challenges and improve identity-affirming treatment.