Open Relationships Non-Monogamy Therapists in San Diego, CA
It is possible to create lasting change and build the life you want for yourself. In today’s on-the-go culture, it’s easy to feel swept up in the current of productivity and success, leaving little room to slow down, replenish, and heal. This often results in overwhelming stress, anxiety, or depression that interferes with holistic wellness, happiness, and experience of being. With compassion, curiosity, and a non-judgmental approach, I can help you develop skills to ride the tides of your emotional waves instead of being swept into the storm that brews when attempting to numb, avoid, repress, or deny feelings.
It is possible to create lasting change and build the life you want for yourself. In today’s on-the-go culture, it’s easy to feel swept up in the current of productivity and success, leaving little room to slow down, replenish, and heal. This often results in overwhelming stress, anxiety, or depression that interferes with holistic wellness, happiness, and experience of being. With compassion, curiosity, and a non-judgmental approach, I can help you develop skills to ride the tides of your emotional waves instead of being swept into the storm that brews when attempting to numb, avoid, repress, or deny feelings.
Hi, I'm Zoe.
I’m a trauma-informed, relational therapist who helps people reconnect with themselves in honest, grounded, and compassionate ways. My work centers the belief that healing happens when we feel safe enough to explore our inner world - our thoughts, beliefs, patterns. I'm a good fit for people who want to understand themselves more deeply; struggle with boundaries, relationships, or people-pleasing; feel disconnected from their bodies or emotions; grew up without consistent emotional support; want to heal long-standing patterns and show up more authentically.
Hi, I'm Zoe.
I’m a trauma-informed, relational therapist who helps people reconnect with themselves in honest, grounded, and compassionate ways. My work centers the belief that healing happens when we feel safe enough to explore our inner world - our thoughts, beliefs, patterns. I'm a good fit for people who want to understand themselves more deeply; struggle with boundaries, relationships, or people-pleasing; feel disconnected from their bodies or emotions; grew up without consistent emotional support; want to heal long-standing patterns and show up more authentically.
I practice cultural humility and strive to provide centered services including but not limited to: polyamory & kink communities.
Let’s collaborate so we can work together to support your ongoing healing and growth. I work towards engaging from a compassionate, anti-oppressive, and trauma informed positionality. One of my focuses is on collaborating to better understand yourself as an integrated mind/body/spirit/social/relational being (soma) and reprocessing what your soma holds. Some of the ways in which we can do this is through building upon the stories that empower you and learning skills for personal and/or interpersonal fulfillment. We all deserve to live our lives liberated from the reactive survival responses of trauma.
I practice cultural humility and strive to provide centered services including but not limited to: polyamory & kink communities.
Let’s collaborate so we can work together to support your ongoing healing and growth. I work towards engaging from a compassionate, anti-oppressive, and trauma informed positionality. One of my focuses is on collaborating to better understand yourself as an integrated mind/body/spirit/social/relational being (soma) and reprocessing what your soma holds. Some of the ways in which we can do this is through building upon the stories that empower you and learning skills for personal and/or interpersonal fulfillment. We all deserve to live our lives liberated from the reactive survival responses of trauma.
Therapy with kids isn’t about fixing—it’s about listening differently. For me, that starts with creating safety and connection through play, creativity, and attunement. I understand that big behaviors often speak to even bigger feelings, and that kids sometimes “tell the truth” through their actions before they can find the words. I work to honor each child’s inner world while helping them and caregivers make sense of what’s showing up. Whether we’re building regulation skills, processing hard experiences, or learning how to feel safer in our bodies and relationships, my approach is warm, collaborative, and developmentally grounded.
Therapy with kids isn’t about fixing—it’s about listening differently. For me, that starts with creating safety and connection through play, creativity, and attunement. I understand that big behaviors often speak to even bigger feelings, and that kids sometimes “tell the truth” through their actions before they can find the words. I work to honor each child’s inner world while helping them and caregivers make sense of what’s showing up. Whether we’re building regulation skills, processing hard experiences, or learning how to feel safer in our bodies and relationships, my approach is warm, collaborative, and developmentally grounded.
Do you perceive yourself or have been told by others you are "too sensitive" or a chronic "overthinker"? Have you felt as though others might be missing something or aren't seeing the world through the same lens? As a queer neurodivergent human, much of my life has felt like an attempt to make electronic music in a world that continues to prioritize classical. Landing on the labels "neurodivergent" and "polyamorous" allowed me to see myself as something separate from my struggles because the language offered me a chance to unpack ablism and toxic compulsory monogamy in a productive way, both for myself and my relationships.
Do you perceive yourself or have been told by others you are "too sensitive" or a chronic "overthinker"? Have you felt as though others might be missing something or aren't seeing the world through the same lens? As a queer neurodivergent human, much of my life has felt like an attempt to make electronic music in a world that continues to prioritize classical. Landing on the labels "neurodivergent" and "polyamorous" allowed me to see myself as something separate from my struggles because the language offered me a chance to unpack ablism and toxic compulsory monogamy in a productive way, both for myself and my relationships.
I believe that therapy should be an adaptable process tailored to who someone is and what they need. I aim to meet clients with compassion and curiosity, creating an intentional, present, and client-centered space for healing. I am passionate about offering non-judgmental support and helping people live more authentically. I work collaboratively with clients to explore their uniqueness, build insight, and strengthen relationships. My approach empowers clients through open communication and a deep respect for their lived experiences, encouraging growth that extends beyond the individual.
I believe that therapy should be an adaptable process tailored to who someone is and what they need. I aim to meet clients with compassion and curiosity, creating an intentional, present, and client-centered space for healing. I am passionate about offering non-judgmental support and helping people live more authentically. I work collaboratively with clients to explore their uniqueness, build insight, and strengthen relationships. My approach empowers clients through open communication and a deep respect for their lived experiences, encouraging growth that extends beyond the individual.
As an AASECT certified sex therapist, my mission is to empower others to explore and reclaim their sexuality. By taking ownership of your body and your pleasure, you can refresh your ambition and motivation in life. I utilize cognitive behavioral, narrative, and solution- focused techniques to enable you to identify what is holding you back from living the life you are meant to live. Let me help you live and love authentically.
As of June 2025, offering 4 hr therapy intensives.
As an AASECT certified sex therapist, my mission is to empower others to explore and reclaim their sexuality. By taking ownership of your body and your pleasure, you can refresh your ambition and motivation in life. I utilize cognitive behavioral, narrative, and solution- focused techniques to enable you to identify what is holding you back from living the life you are meant to live. Let me help you live and love authentically.
As of June 2025, offering 4 hr therapy intensives.
At Couples Chat Therapy in San Diego, I help couples who feel more like roommates than partners break out of stuck cycles and rebuild emotional intimacy. Whether you’re caught in the same arguments, feeling unseen, or just drifting apart, we will work to repair trust, improve communication, and create the kind of relationship where both of you feel secure, valued, and connected. I offer a space that’s affirming, honest, and especially supportive for same-sex and queer couples navigating love on their own terms.
At Couples Chat Therapy in San Diego, I help couples who feel more like roommates than partners break out of stuck cycles and rebuild emotional intimacy. Whether you’re caught in the same arguments, feeling unseen, or just drifting apart, we will work to repair trust, improve communication, and create the kind of relationship where both of you feel secure, valued, and connected. I offer a space that’s affirming, honest, and especially supportive for same-sex and queer couples navigating love on their own terms.
Sara
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
My practice focuses on consensual non-monogamy and polyamory, gender and sexual identity, second-generation immigrant experiences, and neurodivergence, including ADHD and autism.
Hi, I'm Sara. I'm a queer, polyamorous, late-diagnosed ADHD person and the child of Middle Eastern immigrants. I’m honored to support others from minoritized communities through a lens of social justice and anti-racism. My work centers how systems of oppression and cultural norms impact wellbeing, especially for those holding multiple marginalized identities. I work with adults, including individuals, couples, polycules, and other "non-traditional" relationship configurations, co-creating therapy spaces that are affirming, de-pathologizing, and rooted in self-trust and collective liberation.
My practice focuses on consensual non-monogamy and polyamory, gender and sexual identity, second-generation immigrant experiences, and neurodivergence, including ADHD and autism.
Hi, I'm Sara. I'm a queer, polyamorous, late-diagnosed ADHD person and the child of Middle Eastern immigrants. I’m honored to support others from minoritized communities through a lens of social justice and anti-racism. My work centers how systems of oppression and cultural norms impact wellbeing, especially for those holding multiple marginalized identities. I work with adults, including individuals, couples, polycules, and other "non-traditional" relationship configurations, co-creating therapy spaces that are affirming, de-pathologizing, and rooted in self-trust and collective liberation.
It is my belief that every person can benefit from therapy at some point in their life. It can be helpful whether you're working through a specific, short-term problem or changing long-standing patterns of behavior, adjusting to an unexpected life change, gaining clarity about decisions or life goals, increasing self-confidence or self-realization, improving communication, or becoming more effective at regulating difficult emotions.
It is my belief that every person can benefit from therapy at some point in their life. It can be helpful whether you're working through a specific, short-term problem or changing long-standing patterns of behavior, adjusting to an unexpected life change, gaining clarity about decisions or life goals, increasing self-confidence or self-realization, improving communication, or becoming more effective at regulating difficult emotions.
I am passionate about creating a safe, affirming, and empowering space for LGBTQ+ and transgender individuals, polyamorous and non-monogamous relationships, those exploring their personal and relational identities, and people from all walks of life seeking deeper understanding, meaningful connections, and inner healing. My work is grounded in empathy, authenticity, and the belief that everyone deserves support personalized to their unique journey. For some, feeling aligned is important—you can feel safe and seen in knowing that I am part of the LGBTQ+ community and personally embrace a non-traditional relationship style.
I am passionate about creating a safe, affirming, and empowering space for LGBTQ+ and transgender individuals, polyamorous and non-monogamous relationships, those exploring their personal and relational identities, and people from all walks of life seeking deeper understanding, meaningful connections, and inner healing. My work is grounded in empathy, authenticity, and the belief that everyone deserves support personalized to their unique journey. For some, feeling aligned is important—you can feel safe and seen in knowing that I am part of the LGBTQ+ community and personally embrace a non-traditional relationship style.
Thank you for being courageous and hopeful in taking this step towards therapy. The sense of shame we all carry with us can prevent us from asking for help, and yet that is the most important step. My work is centered around freeing ourselves from this shame, and increasing self-compassion, self-awareness and presence in the world around us. Our relationships are our greatest teachers, and we need them for our sense of safety and security in the world. I am here to help you to have the relationships to yourself and to others that you have always wanted. It is definitely possible.
Thank you for being courageous and hopeful in taking this step towards therapy. The sense of shame we all carry with us can prevent us from asking for help, and yet that is the most important step. My work is centered around freeing ourselves from this shame, and increasing self-compassion, self-awareness and presence in the world around us. Our relationships are our greatest teachers, and we need them for our sense of safety and security in the world. I am here to help you to have the relationships to yourself and to others that you have always wanted. It is definitely possible.
Do you want to learn to love deeper? Need to move through reoccurring bickering? Do you find yourself at the same point over and over again? I'm Joey. I'm a young queer Punjabi who loves building bridges and creating bonds. I specialize in non-traditional relationships and other queer and gay dynamics. I'm a relationship therapist with over 7 years of training in interpersonal connection, conflict resolution, and building strong relationships. All sorts of connection and relationships are at the core of everyday life.
Do you want to learn to love deeper? Need to move through reoccurring bickering? Do you find yourself at the same point over and over again? I'm Joey. I'm a young queer Punjabi who loves building bridges and creating bonds. I specialize in non-traditional relationships and other queer and gay dynamics. I'm a relationship therapist with over 7 years of training in interpersonal connection, conflict resolution, and building strong relationships. All sorts of connection and relationships are at the core of everyday life.
Updated:10/2/25 I believe that people want a life full of joy, challenge and deep connection with their loved ones and larger community. Unfortunately, many of us desire those qualities of life-but have trouble accessing them in the moment. I am here to encourage you to explore your joy, challenge areas where you struggle to connect and create a path to a life that is full of resonance and enthusiasm. If your goal is to address issues related to society and culture or have someone who deeply understands alternative lifestyles, those are my favorite types of clients. You can rely on my approach to be practical, candid and relatable.
Updated:10/2/25 I believe that people want a life full of joy, challenge and deep connection with their loved ones and larger community. Unfortunately, many of us desire those qualities of life-but have trouble accessing them in the moment. I am here to encourage you to explore your joy, challenge areas where you struggle to connect and create a path to a life that is full of resonance and enthusiasm. If your goal is to address issues related to society and culture or have someone who deeply understands alternative lifestyles, those are my favorite types of clients. You can rely on my approach to be practical, candid and relatable.
I offer therapy in CA and coaching internationally. My primary focus is supporting people with issues related to non-monogamy through a trauma informed lens. My practice is kink, queer, trans, monogamy, poly, open relationship, RA, neurodivergent, and quirk friendly.
I’m passionate about sharing tools that can foster secure relating in whatever structures feel like the best fit for the unique values, desires, and ways of being of the individuals involved. My ideal clients are simply people who want to show up as their most authentic selves, and are down to put time/energy into growing into that self actualization.
I offer therapy in CA and coaching internationally. My primary focus is supporting people with issues related to non-monogamy through a trauma informed lens. My practice is kink, queer, trans, monogamy, poly, open relationship, RA, neurodivergent, and quirk friendly.
I’m passionate about sharing tools that can foster secure relating in whatever structures feel like the best fit for the unique values, desires, and ways of being of the individuals involved. My ideal clients are simply people who want to show up as their most authentic selves, and are down to put time/energy into growing into that self actualization.
Do you sense that the same patterns keep showing up in your relationships—romantic, family, friendships, work—but can't quite name what's happening? Maybe you feel like you're performing a version of yourself that doesn't match who you really are inside. Or perhaps your relationships look fine on the outside, but something feels off: you're exhausted from managing everyone else's emotions, you struggle to set boundaries, or you avoid conflict until it explodes. You're ready to stop treating symptoms and start understanding the deeper relational patterns that shape everything.
Do you sense that the same patterns keep showing up in your relationships—romantic, family, friendships, work—but can't quite name what's happening? Maybe you feel like you're performing a version of yourself that doesn't match who you really are inside. Or perhaps your relationships look fine on the outside, but something feels off: you're exhausted from managing everyone else's emotions, you struggle to set boundaries, or you avoid conflict until it explodes. You're ready to stop treating symptoms and start understanding the deeper relational patterns that shape everything.
You’ve read all the books and did all the research, but being in an open relationship is more complicated than it sounded. You thought you had it all figured out, but it turns out you’re just as lost as before. It was supposed to be an exciting time to explore and spice things up, but right now you’re overwhelmed with anxiety and fear. You’re scared this will ruin your relationship and jealousy has become a familiar presence. Something has to change.
You’ve read all the books and did all the research, but being in an open relationship is more complicated than it sounded. You thought you had it all figured out, but it turns out you’re just as lost as before. It was supposed to be an exciting time to explore and spice things up, but right now you’re overwhelmed with anxiety and fear. You’re scared this will ruin your relationship and jealousy has become a familiar presence. Something has to change.
I am an AuDHD, queer, nonbinary, and white multicultural therapist offering affirming online therapy throughout California. My practice is rooted in both personal and clinical experience, focusing on neurodivergence, trauma, trans and nonbinary experiences, non-monogamous and mixed-neurotype relationships, and navigating burnout in all areas of life under capitalism.
I know how isolating it can feel when you’re misunderstood, especially when living with trauma or marginalized identities. Healing isn’t just about what happens in therapy; it’s also about finding connection and belonging in the world outside of it.
I am an AuDHD, queer, nonbinary, and white multicultural therapist offering affirming online therapy throughout California. My practice is rooted in both personal and clinical experience, focusing on neurodivergence, trauma, trans and nonbinary experiences, non-monogamous and mixed-neurotype relationships, and navigating burnout in all areas of life under capitalism.
I know how isolating it can feel when you’re misunderstood, especially when living with trauma or marginalized identities. Healing isn’t just about what happens in therapy; it’s also about finding connection and belonging in the world outside of it.
I believe that our lives are shaped by the stories we tell ourselves, and that these stories are informed by our unique cultural, societal, and relational background. Sometimes these stories can leave us feeling stuck in painful patterns, hopeless about the future, and disconnected in our relationships. I specialize in working with individuals and couples to unravel and challenge these unhelpful narratives, give voice to untold stories, and free up space to choose new ways of living that align with your values, hopes, and longings in life.
I believe that our lives are shaped by the stories we tell ourselves, and that these stories are informed by our unique cultural, societal, and relational background. Sometimes these stories can leave us feeling stuck in painful patterns, hopeless about the future, and disconnected in our relationships. I specialize in working with individuals and couples to unravel and challenge these unhelpful narratives, give voice to untold stories, and free up space to choose new ways of living that align with your values, hopes, and longings in life.
Rainbow Connection Counseling Collective is a group of licensed queer and/or BIPOC therapists who are passionate about helping people heal and thrive. We provide culturally responsive, LGBTQ+ affirming, and compassionate psychotherapy and counseling. We understand the unique needs of our clients and create a tailored and unique treatment that centers on the client and their history, values, culture, and identities.
Rainbow Connection Counseling Collective is a group of licensed queer and/or BIPOC therapists who are passionate about helping people heal and thrive. We provide culturally responsive, LGBTQ+ affirming, and compassionate psychotherapy and counseling. We understand the unique needs of our clients and create a tailored and unique treatment that centers on the client and their history, values, culture, and identities.
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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.