Open Relationships Non-Monogamy Therapists in Sacramento, CA
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Michael Lysaght
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
I also work affirmatively with issues around BDSM and
polyamory
.
*I offer teletherapy to clients in California, Nevada and Colorado. I offer in-office visits in Sacramento and San Francisco when allowed by local ordinance and client comfort.* Sometimes we expect far too much from ourselves. Each client is invited into a space where there is no expectation and where they are free to be themselves, without fear of judgement or misunderstanding. Adults can sometimes struggle to find space to hold compassion for themselves. Couples (and all variants of relationship structure) can also use a nonjudgmental time and space to feel heard, while building tools for communication.
Leigh Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
You love your partner, but things feel challenging and confusing lately. Perhaps you’re finding it difficult to communicate clearly without the conversation escalating into yet another argument. Or maybe you feel far away from one another, and time spent in one another’s company has gradually grown tense and aloof. Perhaps there is something missing in your sexual dynamic, or you're seeking guidance in negotiating new boundaries around
polyamory
or kink. Welcome.
Justin Altman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
My practice is inclusive, however I have particular experience with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, chemical dependency, trauma,
polyamory
, kink/bdsm, and alternative relationship styles.
If you are reading this, it likely means something in your life is not going well; maybe you’re having relationship troubles, you’re having trouble getting motivated to do the things you need to do, or perhaps you just don’t feel satisfied with your life. You’ve probably tried fixing this on your own, but have run into a wall. I know the feeling – I’ve been there, and I know how beneficial it can be to get some help. Whatever your goals are – to develop or repair your relationships, reduce the impact of trauma, alleviate symptoms like depression or anxiety, or to learn about yourself and improve life satisfaction – I’m here for you.
Adrian Eric Scharfetter
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CST
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I am an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist. I work with low sexual desire, infidelity, mismatched desires and needs, erectile dysfunction, delayed or impaired orgasms, ejaculation concerns, LGBTQIA health or curiosity, sexual trauma, embarrassment and anxiety in regard to sex and sexuality. Exploring types of sexual behaviors, relationship configurations and non heteronormative expressions. Singles and couples who may be exploring or approaching issues in alternative relationships and alternative family structures, including ethical non-monogamy,
polyamory
, kink, living single, co-parenting, and chosen family.
Jessica Pauline Vazquez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I specialize in couples work, family issues, affairs,
polyamory
, sex, depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and LGBTQ+ populations.
Thank you for taking the time to read my page. I have a private practice downtown Davis and Sacramento focusing on relationships. marriage therapy, non-monogamy, and sex therapy. I also offer a collaborative and supportive partnership in addressing relationship trauma, challenges with sex, and sexual trauma. My practice includes individual therapy, brief and long-term therapy, sex therapy, and Emotionally Focused Therapy for couples. It is my belief you will gain the best results taking what you learn in therapeutic sessions and applying it to your life outside of therapy.
Adrienne Parker-Morano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I specialize in sexuality; spirituality; communication; truth telling; and alternative relationship styles such as
polyamory
.
My awareness of human sexuality rises above my own personal opinion and experiences. I affirm all sexual orientations and transgender experience. I help people reclaim their authentic sexual selves within their particular spiritual/religious/lifeview practice and I tailor my treatment to best fit each individual client. I address a client's sexual issues directly. I don't sidestep the sex part to deal with the other issues in the relationship, although I don't ignore them either. Physiological, psychological, emotional and spiritual processes, are all a part of human sexuality and I understand that an integrated approach is necessary.
Alexandra M Jansen
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I’ve worked with individuals with issues like depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, loss, neurodiversity, caregiving, relationship issues,
polyamory
, LGBTQIA+, kink/BDSM, sex issues, and gender issues.
Welcome, I work primarily with clients that are within the LGBTQIA+ and Kink/BDSM communities. I also am body positive, sex positive, poly positive, geek/nerd positive, and trauma informed. I feel that the therapy space should feel safe and build on your strengths. If you’re here, you’re probably struggling with a significant burden in your life. Whether it’s anxiety, depression, trauma, or even difficulties with relationships, I want you to know that researching your future therapist is a great first step. In fact, having a good relationship with them has been known to be a major factor in achieving progress in your therapy.
Natalie M. Delfin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Need support with communication, sex, relationships, or anxiety? I love supporting LGBTQIA as well as CisHet adults who are ready to feel more confident in themselves and their relationships - you deserve joy, connection, and pleasure in your life! We will navigate what you are experiencing with compassion and skill so that you can create the life & relationships you crave. We will use evidence-based therapy skills AND fun & laughter to make therapy a helpful space. Visit lovehealgrow.com to schedule and learn more. I can't wait to get started!
Pamela Pisani
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, or just trying to have a better life? Life can be very challenging at times however it is possible to learn coping skills in order to be happier and live the life that you want. I believe that you already have your own solutions and with some guidance can find those answers within yourself.
Not accepting new clients
Andrea Vela
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I work with multicultural young professionals and couples eager to relieve relationship issues, and symptoms of anxiety, depression, and intergenerational trauma. If you are struggling to find someone that understands your mental health and you appear to have it all together on the outside but inside you are searching for relief, I can support you in rebuilding confidence and self trust so you can feel in control of your life again. I can offer you tools to more deeply understand your values and emotions, set healthy boundaries unique to you, and help you create lasting relationships.
Pam C Bauerle - In Person Sessions
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Married for 38 years, I understand the ups and downs that happen in a relationship, and how to move through them in a productive way. Therapy is simply an opportunity to develop new skills for moving through life's challenges. Known for my kindness and direct approach, I create a calm and non-judgmental space as we create a new path for your life, clearing painful patterns and experiences. As a sex positive therapist I help you energize your path, relationship and sex life helping you learn how to communicate your true needs and desires, allowing you to move forward to the next level. Feel free to call me. I look forward to it...
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Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Have you been going through big changes in your life? Do you feel like you've lost a lot, whether that's a part of yourself or an important relationship? Are you struggling to figure out who you are and what comes next? I'd love to be a part of your honorable journey in figuring out how to support. We are each born into this world filled with curiosity and hope, and unfortunately that doesn't always remain due to the hardships life brings. In my practice I will show up authentically and humbly. You know you best, and you truly are the expert of your own life!
Tyler Argüello, PhD, DCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, DCSW, LCSW, ACSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a psychotherapist geographically located in Sacramento, California. Currently, I am only conducting HIPAA-compliant telehealth; if you live outside California, please contact me to discuss options. I have been an independent Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 18 years, and more generally been a social worker for over 25 years, conducting education, research, supervision, and clinical work. I work with people living with chronic health and mental health conditions, with those struggling with their identity and making meaning in life, and with adults having un/expected challenges in relationships, work, and beyond.
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MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
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Nicole Kerbo Robbins
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
Verified
Are you deciding whether to fix or leave a relationship? Do you feel out of control of your feelings or frustrated that you're not enjoying life? I have 22 years of experience in helping people to develop richer connections and reduce loneliness and stress. My areas of expertise are divorce recovery, clarifying patterns to find the right partner, perinatal and postpartum changes, and step-parenting. I also have experience in working with addiction, trauma recovery, and with families affected by mental illness.
Jennifer Lee Flood
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified
Verified
An ideal client would be someone who is empathetic toward others and compassionate toward themselves and is open, coachable, and capable of accepting feedback. The process of therapy takes time and energy so having someone start the process of therapy with an open mind and a willingness to put in the work to see the process through is also helpful. Jennifer also offers clinical supervision to pre-licensed therapists (ASW, AMFT, APCC). In addition to therapy and supervision, she provides consulting to therapists seeking to start or grow their private practice. She's also passionate in counseling other mental health providers.
Lara Long
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified
Verified
Have you been told "you're too much" or "too emotional"? Do you want to be seen and appreciated without feeling shame? Are you looking to find or understand your purpose and meaning on this planet? You are not the only one! And you do not have to be alone in this. I am a depression, trauma and grief therapist. I help young people and adults overcome loneliness, sadness and despair-in order to feel more peaceful and comfortable in their own lives.
Aubrey Grande
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified
Verified
My approach is centered around curiosity, possibility, and the celebration of each individual’s unique story. I offer a collaborative therapeutic environment that counters normativity and recognizes the impact of oppressive systems within our society. I utilize narrative therapy in my work, this approach will recognize your personal values and highlight your skills. I aim to assist you in exploring and strengthening the version of you that might be struggling to come to the surface.
Majica Alba
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Are you and your partner struggling to maintain a deep connection and overcome negative communication patterns? You may be fed up with constant arguments, feelings of distance, or the inability to express your emotions effectively. It might be hard to remember a time when your relationship didn't feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you're ready for a change. You're ready to rekindle the love and understanding that once defined your partnership. You're ready to foster a supportive, harmonious, and lasting bond.
Nicole Hsiang Shieh
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Patients often tell me how they feel fed up, hopeless, lost, and exhausted by the time they seek out a therapist. Many folks in my practice are Asian American adult children of immigrants who experience painful conflicts within their family of origin that lead to separation, emotional distance, or even estrangement. I also work with individuals and couples who feel stuck in frustrating repetitive patterns in their thoughts and behaviors, negatively impacting their ability to find enjoyment in their lives and in their relationships. Therapy can give you a space to speak freely and listen to yourself in new and different ways.
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Open Relationships Non-Monogamy Therapists
Why might an individual want to see a therapist specializing 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 specialize in non-monogamous relationships but with whom they can build trust.
When should open or consensually non-monogamous partners seek counseling?
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 counseling 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.