Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Therapists in Fresno, CA
Are you battling depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, or seeking healthier coping mechanisms for difficult relationships? Do you identify as culturally diverse (e.g. BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, etc.)? Are seeking support tailored to your experiences? Our inclusive group practice is here for you. We're here to navigate your struggles with you as you heal from traumas; embrace change; discover alternate ways of thinking, feeling, behaving, and being; gain insights into how your past impacts your present; finding solace and emotional release in co-created healing spaces; and live the life that aligns with your truest, most liberated self.
Are you battling depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, or seeking healthier coping mechanisms for difficult relationships? Do you identify as culturally diverse (e.g. BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, etc.)? Are seeking support tailored to your experiences? Our inclusive group practice is here for you. We're here to navigate your struggles with you as you heal from traumas; embrace change; discover alternate ways of thinking, feeling, behaving, and being; gain insights into how your past impacts your present; finding solace and emotional release in co-created healing spaces; and live the life that aligns with your truest, most liberated self.
As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and someone who has lived and thrived in polyamorous relationships for the past eight years, I provide a compassionate and affirming space for individuals, couples, and polycules exploring or navigating polyamory and ethical non-monogamy. My personal experience, combined with professional expertise, allows me to deeply understand the unique joys and challenges that come with consensual non-monogamous relationships.
As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and someone who has lived and thrived in polyamorous relationships for the past eight years, I provide a compassionate and affirming space for individuals, couples, and polycules exploring or navigating polyamory and ethical non-monogamy. My personal experience, combined with professional expertise, allows me to deeply understand the unique joys and challenges that come with consensual non-monogamous relationships.
What if you could get off the roller emotional coaster? Does it feel like your emotions are all over the place? You have big reactions when doing everyday things-like talking with your spouse, friends, people at work, taking the kids to the store. It always goes the same way. Your emotions get the best of you. You feel out of touch with who you really are and how you want your life to be. You feel on edge and notice that overwhelm is just a situation, interaction or comment away. You notice this keeps happening but you’re not sure what do about it? This is not who you want to be.
What if you could get off the roller emotional coaster? Does it feel like your emotions are all over the place? You have big reactions when doing everyday things-like talking with your spouse, friends, people at work, taking the kids to the store. It always goes the same way. Your emotions get the best of you. You feel out of touch with who you really are and how you want your life to be. You feel on edge and notice that overwhelm is just a situation, interaction or comment away. You notice this keeps happening but you’re not sure what do about it? This is not who you want to be.
I work with children, teens, adults, and couples who are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or struggling with grief, trauma, anxiety, identity, or life transitions. Many come in feeling hopeless or unsure how to move forward. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your experiences, build self-understanding, and begin reconnecting with yourself in a more compassionate and empowered way.
I work with children, teens, adults, and couples who are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or struggling with grief, trauma, anxiety, identity, or life transitions. Many come in feeling hopeless or unsure how to move forward. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your experiences, build self-understanding, and begin reconnecting with yourself in a more compassionate and empowered way.
My ideal clients are people navigating life's harder chapters — anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, life transitions or simply a feeling that something needs to change. They are curious about themselves, open to creative approaches and ready to do the work. I work predominantly with adults throughout California via telehealth, bringing a warm, person-centered approach that incorporates art therapy when it feels right. Together we explore what's getting in the way and move toward a life that feels more like yours.
My ideal clients are people navigating life's harder chapters — anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, life transitions or simply a feeling that something needs to change. They are curious about themselves, open to creative approaches and ready to do the work. I work predominantly with adults throughout California via telehealth, bringing a warm, person-centered approach that incorporates art therapy when it feels right. Together we explore what's getting in the way and move toward a life that feels more like yours.
My name is Rebecca Tyrrell, and I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in Fresno, California working with clients state-wide via telehealth. I work with adults struggling with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and trauma using trauma-informed therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to help better manage and regulate emotions as well as navigate the stressors of everyday life. I enjoy working with adults dealing with mood disorders, sexuality and gender, addiction, traumatic experiences, and other significant life changes.
My name is Rebecca Tyrrell, and I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in Fresno, California working with clients state-wide via telehealth. I work with adults struggling with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and trauma using trauma-informed therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to help better manage and regulate emotions as well as navigate the stressors of everyday life. I enjoy working with adults dealing with mood disorders, sexuality and gender, addiction, traumatic experiences, and other significant life changes.
So many people go through life surviving and not living when trying to balance children, partners, school, and work. As a psychotherapist with over 25 years of experience, I will use humor and genuine curiosity to help you explore your emotional needs and increase joy, peace, and life satisfaction. We will discover new ways to think, feel, and relate to others to diminish discomfort and build resiliency against symptoms of anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, shame, relationship issues, and phase of life issues. You deserve the life you want!
So many people go through life surviving and not living when trying to balance children, partners, school, and work. As a psychotherapist with over 25 years of experience, I will use humor and genuine curiosity to help you explore your emotional needs and increase joy, peace, and life satisfaction. We will discover new ways to think, feel, and relate to others to diminish discomfort and build resiliency against symptoms of anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, shame, relationship issues, and phase of life issues. You deserve the life you want!
Safe And Affirmative Counseling is a group practice located in central valley of California. The group practice is made up of over ten therapists that are all committed to serving their communities. This includes the LGBTQ+ and queer communities, BIPOC communities, and other marginalized communities. The team utilizes a client centered approach to therapy. We hope to be inviting, create a safe space to share your experiences, and guide our clients towards growth through evidence based clinical interventions. The team is diverse and is here to help with open minds, genuine passion, and a love for cultural diversity and inclusivity.
Safe And Affirmative Counseling is a group practice located in central valley of California. The group practice is made up of over ten therapists that are all committed to serving their communities. This includes the LGBTQ+ and queer communities, BIPOC communities, and other marginalized communities. The team utilizes a client centered approach to therapy. We hope to be inviting, create a safe space to share your experiences, and guide our clients towards growth through evidence based clinical interventions. The team is diverse and is here to help with open minds, genuine passion, and a love for cultural diversity and inclusivity.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with children, pre-adolescent, adolescents, individuals, and couples who are experiencing anxiety, depression, substance abuse, codependency, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and so many other issues that can arise and cause us to feel overwhelmed and debilitated with everyday life and relationships.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with children, pre-adolescent, adolescents, individuals, and couples who are experiencing anxiety, depression, substance abuse, codependency, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and so many other issues that can arise and cause us to feel overwhelmed and debilitated with everyday life and relationships.
You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, or struggling to navigate a major life transition. Maybe you're dealing with relationship challenges, processing past trauma, or simply feeling disconnected from yourself and unsure of your next steps. You want to feel more grounded, confident, and at peace. You're looking for clarity about who you are and what you truly need, and you want a space where you can explore these questions without judgment. If any of that resonates with you, reach out.
You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, or struggling to navigate a major life transition. Maybe you're dealing with relationship challenges, processing past trauma, or simply feeling disconnected from yourself and unsure of your next steps. You want to feel more grounded, confident, and at peace. You're looking for clarity about who you are and what you truly need, and you want a space where you can explore these questions without judgment. If any of that resonates with you, reach out.
At our therapy practice, we are committed to supporting you through the healing process. If you're feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns or seeking more meaning and joy, we're here to walk with you. Whether facing relationship challenges, anxiety, or depression, we provide the tools and guidance to help you address these struggles. You don’t have to face it alone. Through compassionate, client-centered counseling, we'll help you develop awareness and self-compassion, build skills for boundaries, communication, and coping, and create a more balanced, fulfilling life. Together, we'll work toward lasting change and healing at your pace.
At our therapy practice, we are committed to supporting you through the healing process. If you're feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns or seeking more meaning and joy, we're here to walk with you. Whether facing relationship challenges, anxiety, or depression, we provide the tools and guidance to help you address these struggles. You don’t have to face it alone. Through compassionate, client-centered counseling, we'll help you develop awareness and self-compassion, build skills for boundaries, communication, and coping, and create a more balanced, fulfilling life. Together, we'll work toward lasting change and healing at your pace.
Starting therapy isn't easy, but scheduling your first session is often the hardest part of the entire journey. You’ve already done the heavy lifting by showing up.
My goal is to blend theories of therapy with real world practices. Learning why we do what we do, and then figuring out how to untangle that in real time. I enjoy being able to work with my clients to learn what is best for them, and the various aspects of their life that led them to where they are at now. Highlighting and celebrating the successes, while we process and work through the challenges.
Starting therapy isn't easy, but scheduling your first session is often the hardest part of the entire journey. You’ve already done the heavy lifting by showing up.
My goal is to blend theories of therapy with real world practices. Learning why we do what we do, and then figuring out how to untangle that in real time. I enjoy being able to work with my clients to learn what is best for them, and the various aspects of their life that led them to where they are at now. Highlighting and celebrating the successes, while we process and work through the challenges.
Karen Huckaby
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
4 Endorsed
Fresno, CA 93704
Waitlist for new clients
What's up! These days, I’m working with adults dealing with political anxiety, sexuality issues, shifts in relationships or religious beliefs, reconstruction after faith deconstruction, grief/loss, difficult family dynamics - or big emotions from all the above. Let's get to know and learn to love those emotions.
I work closely with:
• religious trauma
• adverse religious experiences
• spiritual abuse
• neurospicy humans
• LQBTQIA+ folks
Pssssst… are you a therapist needing therapy? I see you. Let's process your stuff so you can fully show up for your clients.
What's up! These days, I’m working with adults dealing with political anxiety, sexuality issues, shifts in relationships or religious beliefs, reconstruction after faith deconstruction, grief/loss, difficult family dynamics - or big emotions from all the above. Let's get to know and learn to love those emotions.
I work closely with:
• religious trauma
• adverse religious experiences
• spiritual abuse
• neurospicy humans
• LQBTQIA+ folks
Pssssst… are you a therapist needing therapy? I see you. Let's process your stuff so you can fully show up for your clients.
No matter how hard you work or what your achievements are, you never feel like you’re enough, and your people-pleasing tendencies are costing you your own peace. If you feel like you're spinning your wheels, questioning the meaning and purpose of life, and feel unable to move forward due to being held back by your past, you're not alone. As a therapist specializing in trauma recovery, I am here to support you. Together, we'll uncover the roots of these feelings and develop strategies to heal. I'm passionate about a holistic approach that integrates mindfulness, connection, community, and movement.
No matter how hard you work or what your achievements are, you never feel like you’re enough, and your people-pleasing tendencies are costing you your own peace. If you feel like you're spinning your wheels, questioning the meaning and purpose of life, and feel unable to move forward due to being held back by your past, you're not alone. As a therapist specializing in trauma recovery, I am here to support you. Together, we'll uncover the roots of these feelings and develop strategies to heal. I'm passionate about a holistic approach that integrates mindfulness, connection, community, and movement.
Therapy is not about giving you advice or direction but helping you gain insight and resolve regarding the issues you are facing and learning strategies to assist you with getting back to living the life you want to live. I will work with you uniquely and sincerely, considering your issues, struggles, and goals while fostering transparency, respect, and humility. My areas of specialty include working with individuals impacted by trauma, depression and anxiety. I strongly believe in meeting you where you are at and collaboratively working on the goals you perceive are important.
Therapy is not about giving you advice or direction but helping you gain insight and resolve regarding the issues you are facing and learning strategies to assist you with getting back to living the life you want to live. I will work with you uniquely and sincerely, considering your issues, struggles, and goals while fostering transparency, respect, and humility. My areas of specialty include working with individuals impacted by trauma, depression and anxiety. I strongly believe in meeting you where you are at and collaboratively working on the goals you perceive are important.
The day starts before you’re ready. Breakfast to make, clothes to choose, lunch to pack, coffee to pour. You do it all because you have to, not because you have the energy.
Even when the day ends, rest doesn’t come. Your mind keeps running, replaying old moments and new worries. You feel disconnected from people you care about, frustrated with yourself for snapping when you don’t mean to. You hate that you can’t seem to hold it all together.
Feeling it's time to get out of survival mode? Let's get you back to the you that feels calm, present, and able to breathe again.
The day starts before you’re ready. Breakfast to make, clothes to choose, lunch to pack, coffee to pour. You do it all because you have to, not because you have the energy.
Even when the day ends, rest doesn’t come. Your mind keeps running, replaying old moments and new worries. You feel disconnected from people you care about, frustrated with yourself for snapping when you don’t mean to. You hate that you can’t seem to hold it all together.
Feeling it's time to get out of survival mode? Let's get you back to the you that feels calm, present, and able to breathe again.
Hi, my name is Kristin Lokey and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Fresno, California, and supporting clients through telehealth. I am committed to finding a supportive path to help support my clients in the progression and just help them feel better! My focus is helping clients see the root of their distress and the problems that come with it. My approach allows for internal problem-solving with the tools to work through those things.
Hi, my name is Kristin Lokey and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Fresno, California, and supporting clients through telehealth. I am committed to finding a supportive path to help support my clients in the progression and just help them feel better! My focus is helping clients see the root of their distress and the problems that come with it. My approach allows for internal problem-solving with the tools to work through those things.
I believe therapy is a journey, one in which the client is the navigating driver. As a therapist, I take the passenger seat and support my clients in the direction they chose to go with in their therapeutic journey. I tailor each session to meet the unique needs of my clients, drawing on empathy, respect, and transparency to create a safe and nonjudgmental environment.
I believe therapy is a journey, one in which the client is the navigating driver. As a therapist, I take the passenger seat and support my clients in the direction they chose to go with in their therapeutic journey. I tailor each session to meet the unique needs of my clients, drawing on empathy, respect, and transparency to create a safe and nonjudgmental environment.
I believe therapy is a space where you can safely explore who you are without pressure to mask, perform, or fit into expectations that were never meant for you. Many people come to therapy feeling exhausted from trying to hold everything together, navigating grief, trauma, identity, chronic illness, or burnout, and feel unseen or misunderstood. You may want clarity, relief, connection, stability, or simply to feel like yourself again. You may be searching for meaning after painful experiences, wanting to rebuild trust in your own mind and body, or working toward creating a life that feels authentic.
I believe therapy is a space where you can safely explore who you are without pressure to mask, perform, or fit into expectations that were never meant for you. Many people come to therapy feeling exhausted from trying to hold everything together, navigating grief, trauma, identity, chronic illness, or burnout, and feel unseen or misunderstood. You may want clarity, relief, connection, stability, or simply to feel like yourself again. You may be searching for meaning after painful experiences, wanting to rebuild trust in your own mind and body, or working toward creating a life that feels authentic.
So many of us are struggling with navigating such a difficult time, whether it be with anxiety, depression, relationships or family conflict. Allow me to assist you through this therapeutic journey. While working together, I will help you explore and unblock the issues that are keeping you from moving forward in your life and relationships. I have experience working with adults and children of all ages, orientations, and cultural backgrounds.
So many of us are struggling with navigating such a difficult time, whether it be with anxiety, depression, relationships or family conflict. Allow me to assist you through this therapeutic journey. While working together, I will help you explore and unblock the issues that are keeping you from moving forward in your life and relationships. I have experience working with adults and children of all ages, orientations, and cultural backgrounds.
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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 specialized 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 organizations that promote sex positivity or kink-allied lifestyles, and the importance they place on safety and cultural sensitivity.
How can individuals recognize 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 recognize 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.