Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
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Teal Foster
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I am LGBTQIA+ affirming,
sex positive
, and work with anxiety disorders, OCD, panic disorder, life transitions, and family estrangement.
I hold a foundational belief that each person seeking therapy has the potential to improve their lives and possesses the resilience to overcome their challenges. My job as your therapist is to allow space to explore these feelings while also providing you with tools to diminish the distress around the experience. If you are feeling loneliness we will create more connection to others, the world and most importantly yourself. I work with complex trauma, grief, anxiety and anxiety disorder, OCD, life transitions and relationship issues.
Anna Scully
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I am
kink
-friendly and experienced in working with people in non-traditional and non-monogamous relationships.
My goal is to help you live your life fully; no longer feeling bound by the experiences in your past. Our experiences change our brains. Family, relationships and trauma all affect how we perceive ourselves, others and our world. But just as trauma and other negative experiences can create patterns that can lead to anxiety, depression, anger, unhealthy relationships, addictions or underachievement...new experiences can change those patterns. I provide a safe, non-judgmental place to work with your memories, feelings and thoughts in new ways.
Gray Ck Phelps
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
Verified
I am poly,
kink
, and ace-affirming.
My work often centers around folks who are experiencing grief or loss, healing from trauma, navigating difficult life transitions, or experiencing relational challenges. My areas of specialty are neurodivergence (autism, ADHD, etc.), gender exploration, and BPD. I also support folks who are dealing with overwhelming anxiety, depression, dissociation, or cPTSD. I am queer-affirming, trans-affirming, and neurodivergent-affirming. I also have familiarity with spiritual and religious trauma. I bring an anti-oppressive, postmodern, and trauma-informed framework into my work. I support individual adults, kids, families, and couples.
Tiease Lee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I believe in providing a empathetic, culturally sensitive, and
sex positive
space while replacing unhelpful habits with healthier tools.
*Hi! I'm Accepting new clients online*. I specialize in treating people from underrepresented communities. This includes women, LGBTQI, People of Color, and more.
Jeni Yarbrough
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Do you identify/relate as a rebel? Non Binary, Poly, Queer, Pansexual or anything on the LGBTQ spectrum..Are you creating a queer family? Do you identify/relate to the
Kink
/Sex Worker subcultures and are you looking for a warm creative therapist who will help you to live fearlessly? By setting smart goals that are achievable, we can work together to help you move in a direction that you envision for yourself. If you need validation and someone to hear you, I can provide a safe space to be heard.
Waitlist for new clients
Kenda Price
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am a Health at Every Size (HAES) aligned, LGBTQIA+ affirming,
sex positive
, and body positive therapist and human.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in trauma and eating disorders. Together, we will work to build insight and self-compassion in order to help you heal from whatever brings you to therapy, let it be to work through trauma, address maladaptive coping skills, overcome perfectionism, or just feel better in your own skin. As a therapist, I am both direct and compassionate and pride myself on showing up authentically as a human. My priority is creating a trusting and safe therapeutic relationship that can serve as a container for you to get to know all parts of yourself - even (/especially) the messy parts.
Not accepting new clients
Sasha Melendez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
Verified
Utilizing a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach and a
sex positive
lens we will identify and challenge core values and schemas.
Therapy is a richly unique experience unlike any other. Through collaboration, acceptance, and honesty my practice helps individuals open their minds to healing and fulfillment. I am passionate about creating a safe environment where you are the expert of your own story.
Filippo M Forni
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
My specialty and passion is therapy for intimacy, couples, sexual dysfunctions, and relationship concerns. I work with individuals and couples who have difficulties adapting to the dynamics of an intimate relationship. This can be the result of traumatic experiences, the need for personal exploration, and/or sexual dysfunctions. The clients I typically work with are disappointed with their relationship and/or sex life, they may have experienced betrayal, they might avoid sex because it’s painful, stressful, or anxiety-producing, or want to expand their sex horizons (e.g.,
Kink
, Vanilla, BDSM, etc.).
Vanessa Harvell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
I am a sex-positive/
kink
/polyam/LGBTQAI+ friendly therapist.
I am a licensed psychotherapist specializing in sex therapy & sexual wellness. I help my clients work through sexual shame, trauma, anxiety, painful sex, issues around arousal, orgasm & desire, compulsive behavior/”porn or sex” addiction, & sexual inexperience or anorexia. I believe my first job is to create a sense of safety by attuning to you and ensuring you a shame-free/judgment-free space. My second job is to help you identify the obstacles that are blocking you from sexual well-being and use my expertise, training and education so that you can get unstuck, reach your goals & find deep healing with sustained change.
Jamie Chess
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hello & welcome! My name is Jamie Chess and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist LMFT 121910. I provide telehealth therapy using a secure video platform for California residents. I offer affirming services to individuals and partners across the gender, sexuality, and relationship spectrums, including LGBTQIA-2,
kink
, non-monogamy, polyamory, sex work, and power exchange. My specialties include helping clients with concerns around relationships, identity, and general mental health difficulties including anxiety, depression, and compulsive behaviors.
John 'jasper' Kump
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCPS
Verified
Verified
I also specialize in issues of sex, intimacy and relationships from a
sex positive
framework.
Are you looking for a supportive space to explore thoughts, process feelings, create a plan for lasting change and live the kind of life you want? No matter what you've been through or what your current circumstances are, you have deep strength, resiliency and the capacity to change. Whether you're dealing with trauma or anxiety, struggling with relationships, sex and intimacy or trying to cope using addictive/compulsive behaviors - there is help and hope. Is now the time for you to begin?
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Damon Holzum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Verified
Verified
I am a speaker and educator interacting openly within the
kink
, poly, LGBT and heteronormative communities assisting individuals in exploring and destigmatizing relationships of all definitions.
Damon Holzum, LCSW. I bring a fresh, passionate and compassionate approach to your concerns and engage with you as someone desiring a powerful, nurturing, and solutions focused experience. My focus is an integrative approach blending CBT, experiential, Gestalt, and narrative therapies to assist you and your significant other or family to thrive within your environment and understand your thoughts and feelings to be the best you. I engage with all genres of individuals and focus on sex-positive therapy, polyamory, alternative sexual practices and the destigmatization of all things sexual and intimate within your relationships.
Kenneth Kennaugh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT
Verified
Verified
As a sex-positive care provider, I am a passionate ally to individuals from all walks of life, especially the LGBTQ+, Cancer, HIV / AIDS, Open Relationships/Non-Monogamy,
Kink
, Transgender, and Orthodox communities.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) with certification from the International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals (IITAP). After graduating from UCLA with a degree in Sociology, concentrating in Conversational Analysis, I earned my Master's in Social Work from USC, concentrating in Business and Social Work in Global Communities. Prior to becoming Clinical Director at Center for Sexual Integrity, I served as the Associate Clinical Director at Center for Healthy Sex, working closely with one of the most respected authorities in the field, Dr. Alexandra Katehakis.
Kasia (Katarzyna) Jun Kaczmarczyk
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, APPC
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
I am trauma-informed, and LGBTQI/
Kink
/ENM Affirming.
There are countless stories and ideas we're told about who we can and should be! More successful, more actualized, richer, taller, thinner- with all that noise around us, it is often hard to hear our own voice telling us what we value, what makes us feel alive, what is worth our energy and attention. When we feel stuck or weighed down by trauma, depression, anxiety, or systemic injustice, it’s especially hard to access our preferences, inner resources, and community. Our voice gets lost or neglected. This is my commitment to you in our work – to make space for your voice.
Dr Chris Donaghue
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, CST
Verified
Verified
Dr. Chris Donaghue practices general psychology & specializes in individual therapy, couples & sex therapy. His specialization includes addiction, sexual and relational work, trauma, sexual compulsivity, sexual dysfunctions, body image issues, and body positivity, including all gender expressions, sexual orientations, and
Kink
/Poly issues. Dr. Donaghue is a Doctor of Clinical Sexology and Human Sexuality, Doctoral trained in Clinical Psychology, Licensed Clinical Therapist, Certified Sex Therapist, trained Somatic Educator.
Los Angeles, CA 90069
& Online
Dana M Harris
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
There's no instruction manual for life. Relationship problems, career questions and mental health issues can make us feel confused about our own identity, where we fit in and how to move forward. I specialize in helping adults and couples navigate difficult feelings, identify and change unhelpful thoughts and patterns, and become "un-stuck" in order to enjoy a more peaceful mind and a happier life. My approach is open, casual, and collaborative, and I strive to maintain a space that is judgment-free, and where clients feel fully accepted, truly seen and supported. I'm LGBTQIA+-friendly, sex/
kink
-positive and culturally-sensitive.
David Ibrahim
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LAADC , E500RYT, EMDR, ISTDP
Verified
Verified
Are past traumatic experiences, being an adult child of a dysfunctional home, incest survival experiences, addiction issues, phobia, panic, anxiety, C-PTSD or depression affecting your success? Are distractions impacting your optimal performance abilities at work, in your intimate relationships, or in relationships with family members or with yourself? Are you surviving instead of thriving? I provide accelerated psychotherapy for individuals and couples who are challenged by performance loss and emotional unhappiness. Also offer Diagnosis evaluation for addiction, mood, personality, and adult Autism spectrum. HSP and
Kink
friendly.
Becker Grumet
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
I am sex &
kink
-positive & trained in supporting non-monogamous/polyamorous & asexual folks.
We all need to be seen & witnessed. Whatever it is that feels too hard—be it exploring identity, navigating attachment wounds, combating intrusive thoughts, or processing the collective grief in the world—one of the greatest gifts you can give to yourself is dedicated time just for you & your needs. I would be honored to walk with you on your path. For me, therapy is relational. The human on the other side of the room (or screen) should feel like precisely that: a human! Together, we will create a container in which you can authentically examine your relationships with others as well as the pivotal relationship to self.
Ariadna A Armenta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I see my work in the mental health field as a practice in hope and liberation, and as such am dedicated to working with traditionally underserved communities such as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, Persons of Color), LGBTQIA+ & GNC (gender non-conforming persons), poly/
kink
persons, disabled persons, monolingual Spanish-speakers, and immigrants.
I believe in the healing power of connection and community. The decision to engage in mental health services is a radical act of self-care and hope for a better future. When we work towards understanding and healing ourselves, we also lay the foundation for understanding and healing our relationships and communities. My primary goal as a therapist is to meet you where you are and utilize my skill set to collaboratively work towards achieving your goals. Think of me as your emotional and psychological guide helping you discover, map, and interpret your inner landscape to better understand your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Jordan Wolan Hypnosis & Hypnotherapy
CHT
This is a safe space free of judgement and I work with a diverse client base including the LGBTQ+,
kink
, trans and nonbinary community and people who identify with that experience.
I help my clients with a variety of challenges including stress, fears, overwhelm, and performance issues. Are you struggling with self-confidence or self esteem? Do you feel stuck? Are you harming yourself with a body-focused repetitive behavior? I work with hypnosis, NLP, coaching, sound healing and energy modalities to help you get unstuck and to create rapid and lasting change. If you are looking to make a change or just feel better, I can help you let go of the past and any limiting beliefs that are holding you back so that you can have more career success, better health, and more joy in your life again.
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Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Therapists
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.