Polyamory and ENM Counselling in Berkhamsted
Have you experienced distress and upset or loss ? Unresolved issues that trouble you ? Do you suffer from anxiety, panic attacks, PTS or depression ? Do you want to feel differently about the life you live or the person that you are. Perhaps you want to change aspects of you life for it to be more rewarding. Maybe you know that things are unlikely to change. Do you require a safe space where you can be heard, a place to share your thoughts and be understood. A place where being you is good enough. If you are 16 years old or heading into your 99th year, wanting to explore your world then it would be a privilege to support you.
Have you experienced distress and upset or loss ? Unresolved issues that trouble you ? Do you suffer from anxiety, panic attacks, PTS or depression ? Do you want to feel differently about the life you live or the person that you are. Perhaps you want to change aspects of you life for it to be more rewarding. Maybe you know that things are unlikely to change. Do you require a safe space where you can be heard, a place to share your thoughts and be understood. A place where being you is good enough. If you are 16 years old or heading into your 99th year, wanting to explore your world then it would be a privilege to support you.
I can help you become the person you want to be. Move forward from a trauma or loss.
Rediscover the joy in your relationships.
Accept the Negatives - Rediscover the Positives.
Understand and change your unhelpful patterns.
Perhaps you are going through a difficult time in your life and are not sure where to turn? maybe things seem impossible or unbearable? or has someone has suggested that you "need to talk to ? Whatever your situation, I can offer you Time and Space in a Safe Environment, where I hope you will feel secure enough to begin to unload your burden.
I can help you become the person you want to be. Move forward from a trauma or loss.
Rediscover the joy in your relationships.
Accept the Negatives - Rediscover the Positives.
Understand and change your unhelpful patterns.
Perhaps you are going through a difficult time in your life and are not sure where to turn? maybe things seem impossible or unbearable? or has someone has suggested that you "need to talk to ? Whatever your situation, I can offer you Time and Space in a Safe Environment, where I hope you will feel secure enough to begin to unload your burden.
Hello and welcome. Life can be difficult at times. Many are struggling with mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings can leave us thinking, feeling and acting in ways that don’t reflect who we want to be. You may be struggling with Grief, Trauma or Addiction, seeking understanding with Neurodiversity, or difficult relationship patterns. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a PHD(Hon), MA and being EMDR(accredited), I have supported thousands of people through a wide range of issues, helping them find genuine healing, meaningful change and hope for the future.
Hello and welcome. Life can be difficult at times. Many are struggling with mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings can leave us thinking, feeling and acting in ways that don’t reflect who we want to be. You may be struggling with Grief, Trauma or Addiction, seeking understanding with Neurodiversity, or difficult relationship patterns. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a PHD(Hon), MA and being EMDR(accredited), I have supported thousands of people through a wide range of issues, helping them find genuine healing, meaningful change and hope for the future.
Therapy is time set aside by you and the therapist to look at what has brought you to therapy. This might include talking about life events (past and present), feelings, emotions, relationships, ways of thinking and patterns of behaviour. Resilience isn’t about never falling over. It’s about knowing what do to when we do fall over and how we get back up again. I won’t judge you or criticise you. I work with the uniqueness of each individual client and endeavour to offer a relationship in which you feel heard, accepted, safe and valued. And collaboratively we will work to make positive changes in your life.
Therapy is time set aside by you and the therapist to look at what has brought you to therapy. This might include talking about life events (past and present), feelings, emotions, relationships, ways of thinking and patterns of behaviour. Resilience isn’t about never falling over. It’s about knowing what do to when we do fall over and how we get back up again. I won’t judge you or criticise you. I work with the uniqueness of each individual client and endeavour to offer a relationship in which you feel heard, accepted, safe and valued. And collaboratively we will work to make positive changes in your life.
Beginning counselling can feel like a significant and meaningful step. I offer a safe, supportive space where we can explore your present experiences alongside past events that may still be shaping how you feel and relate to others. Together, we gently work through what may have been held inside—sometimes outside of awareness, yet still affecting your emotional and physical wellbeing. My aim is to support you in gaining clarity, understanding, and a deeper sense of connection within yourself.
I tailor my approach to your individual needs, drawing on ongoing professional training to support you in developing ways to navigate moments
Beginning counselling can feel like a significant and meaningful step. I offer a safe, supportive space where we can explore your present experiences alongside past events that may still be shaping how you feel and relate to others. Together, we gently work through what may have been held inside—sometimes outside of awareness, yet still affecting your emotional and physical wellbeing. My aim is to support you in gaining clarity, understanding, and a deeper sense of connection within yourself.
I tailor my approach to your individual needs, drawing on ongoing professional training to support you in developing ways to navigate moments
We are in particularly difficult and challenging times for many people. Many people are currently experiencing heightened anxiety, stress, low mood, low self esteem and experiencing relationship difficulties. If you feel negatively impacted by recent times, please reach out and book a free consultation call. Tailored face-to-face or online therapy offers access to professional help, and support you during this time.
We are in particularly difficult and challenging times for many people. Many people are currently experiencing heightened anxiety, stress, low mood, low self esteem and experiencing relationship difficulties. If you feel negatively impacted by recent times, please reach out and book a free consultation call. Tailored face-to-face or online therapy offers access to professional help, and support you during this time.
I am a psychosexual and relationship therapist, working with individuals and couples/multiple partnered people to help guide and support with whatever you bring into the room. We explore the ways in which sex may be impacting or affecting your life in a safe, non-judgemental space. I believe the therapeutic relationship is incredibly impactful and I work in a collaborative way with my clients to bring the best out in them or their relationship.
I am a psychosexual and relationship therapist, working with individuals and couples/multiple partnered people to help guide and support with whatever you bring into the room. We explore the ways in which sex may be impacting or affecting your life in a safe, non-judgemental space. I believe the therapeutic relationship is incredibly impactful and I work in a collaborative way with my clients to bring the best out in them or their relationship.
People who sincerely want change and are willing to look within will find a committed cheerleader in me. Whether we are exploring addiction, grief or relationship challenges, my work is grounded in curiosity, compassion and non-judgement. I bring genuine interest in people’s inner worlds and relationships, creating a space where clients can feel safe to reflect, experiment and grow.
People who sincerely want change and are willing to look within will find a committed cheerleader in me. Whether we are exploring addiction, grief or relationship challenges, my work is grounded in curiosity, compassion and non-judgement. I bring genuine interest in people’s inner worlds and relationships, creating a space where clients can feel safe to reflect, experiment and grow.
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Trying to recover from an affair or betrayal and unsure whether trust can be rebuilt?
Struggling with sexual difficulties that are creating distance or resentment?
When arguments repeat, intimacy fades, or trust is damaged, it can feel exhausting and uncertain. You may be wondering, “Can we fix this?” or “Are we going to make it?”
Online Couples Therapy, Marriage Counselling & Relationship Therapy - Are you searching for online relationship therapy because communication keeps breaking down?
Trying to recover from an affair or betrayal and unsure whether trust can be rebuilt?
Struggling with sexual difficulties that are creating distance or resentment?
When arguments repeat, intimacy fades, or trust is damaged, it can feel exhausting and uncertain. You may be wondering, “Can we fix this?” or “Are we going to make it?”
Hello, my name is Bjorn Ventris (he/him). I am a relationship and sex therapist based in Hackney, London. I work with individuals, couples & polycules from all backgrounds and orientations to help them improve their relationships and sex lives.
Some issues I help clients with include: Improving intimacy, mismatched desire, ethical non-monogamy, improving communication, conflict, long term commitment, infidelity and rebuilding trust, relationship endings & separation, step & blended families, erectile dysfunction, rapid or delayed ejaculation, vaginismus, sexual trauma, compulsive sexual behaviour and problematic porn use.
Hello, my name is Bjorn Ventris (he/him). I am a relationship and sex therapist based in Hackney, London. I work with individuals, couples & polycules from all backgrounds and orientations to help them improve their relationships and sex lives.
Some issues I help clients with include: Improving intimacy, mismatched desire, ethical non-monogamy, improving communication, conflict, long term commitment, infidelity and rebuilding trust, relationship endings & separation, step & blended families, erectile dysfunction, rapid or delayed ejaculation, vaginismus, sexual trauma, compulsive sexual behaviour and problematic porn use.
I work with sexual difficulties, desire, shame and intimacy, and support couples and people in polyamorous, open and ethically non-monogamous relationships.
Sex and relationships can be difficult to talk about, particularly when you're feeling anxious, ashamed, disconnected or simply unsure what's happening. I'm a Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist working with individuals and couples around intimacy, desire, sexual difficulties and relationship concerns. My approach is warm, collaborative and sex-positive, with particular experience supporting LGBTQIA+ clients, diverse relationships and people who may previously have felt misunderstood or judged.
I work with sexual difficulties, desire, shame and intimacy, and support couples and people in polyamorous, open and ethically non-monogamous relationships.
Sex and relationships can be difficult to talk about, particularly when you're feeling anxious, ashamed, disconnected or simply unsure what's happening. I'm a Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist working with individuals and couples around intimacy, desire, sexual difficulties and relationship concerns. My approach is warm, collaborative and sex-positive, with particular experience supporting LGBTQIA+ clients, diverse relationships and people who may previously have felt misunderstood or judged.
Somatic Therapy and Family Constellations in London and online. I work at the interface of words, nervous system, embodied experience and wider relational or family systems. I support adults wanting to understand themselves more deeply and find greater choice in how they live and relate. People may come with trauma, anxiety, relationship patterns, identity or belonging, or feeling stuck. Neurodivergent, LGBTQ+ and poly/CNM people are strongly represented, alongside many who are not.
Fees are £90–£110 per hour on a sliding scale. My £70 subsidised places are currently full, join my mailing list to hear when spaces become available.
Somatic Therapy and Family Constellations in London and online. I work at the interface of words, nervous system, embodied experience and wider relational or family systems. I support adults wanting to understand themselves more deeply and find greater choice in how they live and relate. People may come with trauma, anxiety, relationship patterns, identity or belonging, or feeling stuck. Neurodivergent, LGBTQ+ and poly/CNM people are strongly represented, alongside many who are not.
Fees are £90–£110 per hour on a sliding scale. My £70 subsidised places are currently full, join my mailing list to hear when spaces become available.
My lived experience as a queer, non-monogamous person lends itself to a deeper understanding and empathy of the experiences of queer (LGBTQ+) and non-monogamous (inc. polyamorous) people.
Hello, I’m Rebecca. I will be by your side as you explore whatever you wish to share, accepting all parts of you and bringing all parts of myself. As a person-centred therapist I offer a space that is non-judgemental, open and supportive. I offer you space that is just for you, to have the time to be heard and express yourself. I'm passionate about social justice and embed this in my practice, curious about how your identities and life experiences are felt and perceived. Here, you are welcome and accepted.
My lived experience as a queer, non-monogamous person lends itself to a deeper understanding and empathy of the experiences of queer (LGBTQ+) and non-monogamous (inc. polyamorous) people.
Hello, I’m Rebecca. I will be by your side as you explore whatever you wish to share, accepting all parts of you and bringing all parts of myself. As a person-centred therapist I offer a space that is non-judgemental, open and supportive. I offer you space that is just for you, to have the time to be heard and express yourself. I'm passionate about social justice and embed this in my practice, curious about how your identities and life experiences are felt and perceived. Here, you are welcome and accepted.
Being neurodivergent myself, I've been drawn to work with autism, ADHD and other neurotypes, as well as with the gender/sexuality/relationship diverse ( polyamory/non-monogamy), kinky, and sex worker communities.
I believe that every person has the inner wisdom and potential to create a fulfilling life for themselves. However, at some point, most of us will find that we need external perspective and a space to explore issues that might make us feel stuck or hopeless.
To me, counselling is a collaborative and creative relational process, and my role within it is to help people find their own personal power and joy, no matter their circumstances.
I'm an energetic practitioner who will laugh and get excited with you, but also respect your rhythm and create space for grief, pain and stuckness, for as long as it's needed.
Being neurodivergent myself, I've been drawn to work with autism, ADHD and other neurotypes, as well as with the gender/sexuality/relationship diverse ( polyamory/non-monogamy), kinky, and sex worker communities.
I believe that every person has the inner wisdom and potential to create a fulfilling life for themselves. However, at some point, most of us will find that we need external perspective and a space to explore issues that might make us feel stuck or hopeless.
To me, counselling is a collaborative and creative relational process, and my role within it is to help people find their own personal power and joy, no matter their circumstances.
I'm an energetic practitioner who will laugh and get excited with you, but also respect your rhythm and create space for grief, pain and stuckness, for as long as it's needed.
Perhaps you're exploring ethical non-monogamy (ENM), polyamory, or questioning monogamy, and want relationships that feel honest and sustainable.
I offer queer-affirming, sex-positive & kink-aware therapy online across the UK for individuals (not couples at this time), with particular experience in ENM/ polyamory. My approach is integrative and depth-oriented: we explore present-day challenges alongside attachment patterns and early relational experiences, working collaboratively toward lasting change.
Perhaps you're exploring ethical non-monogamy (ENM), polyamory, or questioning monogamy, and want relationships that feel honest and sustainable.
I offer queer-affirming, sex-positive & kink-aware therapy online across the UK for individuals (not couples at this time), with particular experience in ENM/ polyamory. My approach is integrative and depth-oriented: we explore present-day challenges alongside attachment patterns and early relational experiences, working collaboratively toward lasting change.
I can work with you to make meaningful, lasting changes to your life. Your wish to start seeing a therapist could be motivated by an event which has resulted in a painful transition, such as grief or loss. It may be formed by a desire to break a cycle of behaviour. It may just be that you are looking to find ways to make choices that better serve you and your wellbeing. Whatever the reason that has brought you to explore therapy, my role is to walk next to you on this journey of change. During our sessions, I will offer you the space to be entirely yourself, whatever that may look like. We can investigate these feelings together.
I can work with you to make meaningful, lasting changes to your life. Your wish to start seeing a therapist could be motivated by an event which has resulted in a painful transition, such as grief or loss. It may be formed by a desire to break a cycle of behaviour. It may just be that you are looking to find ways to make choices that better serve you and your wellbeing. Whatever the reason that has brought you to explore therapy, my role is to walk next to you on this journey of change. During our sessions, I will offer you the space to be entirely yourself, whatever that may look like. We can investigate these feelings together.
From a humanistic perspective and specifically a person centred frame of reference, our work will always be steered by you. Whether it be a lack of confidence or repetitive behaviours that have undermined your path and progression, whether you are experiencing a bereavement or other form of life transition, whether you are struggling with neurodiversity, sexual identity, or power dynamics, or whether you have simply not been seen or heard and have reached the point where you would like to see change, then I am here to actively listen, without judgement.
From a humanistic perspective and specifically a person centred frame of reference, our work will always be steered by you. Whether it be a lack of confidence or repetitive behaviours that have undermined your path and progression, whether you are experiencing a bereavement or other form of life transition, whether you are struggling with neurodiversity, sexual identity, or power dynamics, or whether you have simply not been seen or heard and have reached the point where you would like to see change, then I am here to actively listen, without judgement.
I work with monogamous as well as open/ polyamorous relationships.
Focusing on your goals and using a collaborative approach we will identify what your blocks are to happier relationships and satisfying sex, making changes in the here and now to thoughts, behaviours and patterns. Through agreed tasks outside of therapy, and safe space within therapy we will explore your past and your now to get to the future you desire.
I work with monogamous as well as open/ polyamorous relationships.
Focusing on your goals and using a collaborative approach we will identify what your blocks are to happier relationships and satisfying sex, making changes in the here and now to thoughts, behaviours and patterns. Through agreed tasks outside of therapy, and safe space within therapy we will explore your past and your now to get to the future you desire.
I would like to help you. As a bisexual woman, I know the challenges of navigating identity and sexuality. That is why I approach every story with an open mind and empathic curiosity. I will engage you from a non-pathologizing, sex-positive, gender-affirming stance, so that you may embrace every part of yourself. I provide individual and couples therapy, as well as sessions for those in alternative relationships. Together we can navigate our way through your relationship and personal challenges, overcome cultural limitations that seek to restrict us, and ultimately find inner joy during times when it appears out of reach.
I would like to help you. As a bisexual woman, I know the challenges of navigating identity and sexuality. That is why I approach every story with an open mind and empathic curiosity. I will engage you from a non-pathologizing, sex-positive, gender-affirming stance, so that you may embrace every part of yourself. I provide individual and couples therapy, as well as sessions for those in alternative relationships. Together we can navigate our way through your relationship and personal challenges, overcome cultural limitations that seek to restrict us, and ultimately find inner joy during times when it appears out of reach.
I particularly enjoy working with people who are polyamorous or practise consensual non-monogamy, and with people involved in kink and BDSM.
I have over 20 years’ experience as a qualified Clinical Psychologist, working in the NHS, the charity sector and private practice. I draw on psychological and trauma therapies, including EMDR, CBT, ACT and CFT. I have a strong interest in energy psychology, where Eastern energy approaches have been combined with Western psychological therapy.
I particularly enjoy working with people who are polyamorous or practise consensual non-monogamy, and with people involved in kink and BDSM.
I have over 20 years’ experience as a qualified Clinical Psychologist, working in the NHS, the charity sector and private practice. I draw on psychological and trauma therapies, including EMDR, CBT, ACT and CFT. I have a strong interest in energy psychology, where Eastern energy approaches have been combined with Western psychological therapy.
Nearby Polyamory & ENM Counsellors Searches for Berkhamsted
- Amersham
- Aylesbury
- Beaconsfield
- Harpenden
- Hemel Hempstead
- Leighton Buzzard
- Luton
- Radlett
- Rickmansworth
- St Albans
- Tring
- Watford
FAQ - Open Relationships Non-Monogamy Counsellors
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.