Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Therapists in San Francisco, CA
Elin Kiyoko Campbell
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ASW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94102 (Online Only)
I am a poly/non-monogamy and kink friendly, sex-positive, and LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist.
As a therapist who found myself in the mental health field as a result of a gamut of lived experience – I know too well how difficult it can be to find a therapeutic space where you “fit.” This world is heavy enough without the added difficulty of summoning the strength to reach out for help, only to feel like you must change yourself to access therapeutic support. It’s a terrible, gut-wrenching feeling that I have personally experienced. This will not happen with me. I pride myself on offering an open, honest, and comfortable therapeutic space where clients do not feel the need to censor or otherwise alter themselves.
I am a poly/non-monogamy and kink friendly, sex-positive, and LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist.
As a therapist who found myself in the mental health field as a result of a gamut of lived experience – I know too well how difficult it can be to find a therapeutic space where you “fit.” This world is heavy enough without the added difficulty of summoning the strength to reach out for help, only to feel like you must change yourself to access therapeutic support. It’s a terrible, gut-wrenching feeling that I have personally experienced. This will not happen with me. I pride myself on offering an open, honest, and comfortable therapeutic space where clients do not feel the need to censor or otherwise alter themselves.
Patrick Fagan
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94114
Some of the issues I help clients with include anxiety, identity, sex and sexuality, consensual non-monogamy, polyamory, kink, aging, substance use and recovery, relationship challenges, and work stress.
Weekend availability! Reach out about specific days and times. If you’re struggling with relationships, work, emotions, or just existing in the world, you’re not alone. If you want to change, our work together can help you find a path forward. My approach is relational and person-centered, which means I believe you have the capacity to find resolutions inside yourself, and I'll support you as we explore together.
Some of the issues I help clients with include anxiety, identity, sex and sexuality, consensual non-monogamy, polyamory, kink, aging, substance use and recovery, relationship challenges, and work stress.
Weekend availability! Reach out about specific days and times. If you’re struggling with relationships, work, emotions, or just existing in the world, you’re not alone. If you want to change, our work together can help you find a path forward. My approach is relational and person-centered, which means I believe you have the capacity to find resolutions inside yourself, and I'll support you as we explore together.
Amanda L Cotten
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94133
I am in or am familiar with the following populations: poly, queer, kink, pagan, atheist, neurodivergent.
I use a combination of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and psychoanalysis in order to help you get from where you are to where you want to be. DBT can be a concrete road map for daily activities and psychoanalysis will help you gain the insight into yourself and find the deep strength that will give you resiliency for everything that comes your way. I also run virtual DBT groups that run for 6 months and give you tools to help make your life more effective and satisfying.
I am in or am familiar with the following populations: poly, queer, kink, pagan, atheist, neurodivergent.
I use a combination of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and psychoanalysis in order to help you get from where you are to where you want to be. DBT can be a concrete road map for daily activities and psychoanalysis will help you gain the insight into yourself and find the deep strength that will give you resiliency for everything that comes your way. I also run virtual DBT groups that run for 6 months and give you tools to help make your life more effective and satisfying.
Ashley Ramos, Sex & Intimacy Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94103 (Online Only)
When was the last time you felt intimately connected in your life? Sometimes stressors in our relationships, careers, personal histories, and more can get in the way. Together we can explore and process the obstacles limiting your ability to let go and enjoy life. We will challenge any anxiety, sadness, guilt, and negative beliefs that disempower you from showing up as your authentic self.
When was the last time you felt intimately connected in your life? Sometimes stressors in our relationships, careers, personal histories, and more can get in the way. Together we can explore and process the obstacles limiting your ability to let go and enjoy life. We will challenge any anxiety, sadness, guilt, and negative beliefs that disempower you from showing up as your authentic self.
Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist
Counselor, LCPC, CST
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94123 (Online Only)
" I love working with ENM, kink, LGBT+ and sex worker clients.
Are you feeling stuck when it comes to sex? Maybe you're starting to get sexually frustrated or you feel guilty for not meeting your partner's needs. Or sex has simply become a chore. You might be feeling more like friends, co-parents or roommates instead of lovers. And sex is admittedly a sensitive area that can bring up insecurities or ego . . . or just straight up confusion. But there IS a way to get back to feeling passionate and excited again. Let's find your sexy spark! I specialize in helping committed couples get their sexy spark back using my Pathway to Passion model (see photo gallery).
" I love working with ENM, kink, LGBT+ and sex worker clients.
Are you feeling stuck when it comes to sex? Maybe you're starting to get sexually frustrated or you feel guilty for not meeting your partner's needs. Or sex has simply become a chore. You might be feeling more like friends, co-parents or roommates instead of lovers. And sex is admittedly a sensitive area that can bring up insecurities or ego . . . or just straight up confusion. But there IS a way to get back to feeling passionate and excited again. Let's find your sexy spark! I specialize in helping committed couples get their sexy spark back using my Pathway to Passion model (see photo gallery).
Anthony Magnia
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94101 (Online Only)
LGBTQ+ folx, allies, and members of the kink & polyamorous communities - you're all welcome here!.
I specialize in helping teens (12+) and adults achieve mental health goals, build relationships, and heal from past pain. I have a special affinity for QTBIPOC and neurodivergent geeks, gamers, cosplayers, and furries. I am training to become a Certified Geek Therapist. We do things like using therapeutic games, elements of your fandoms, and visualization exercises to explore who you are, express yourself, and increase self-confidence.
LGBTQ+ folx, allies, and members of the kink & polyamorous communities - you're all welcome here!.
I specialize in helping teens (12+) and adults achieve mental health goals, build relationships, and heal from past pain. I have a special affinity for QTBIPOC and neurodivergent geeks, gamers, cosplayers, and furries. I am training to become a Certified Geek Therapist. We do things like using therapeutic games, elements of your fandoms, and visualization exercises to explore who you are, express yourself, and increase self-confidence.
Centered Soul Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94101 (Online Only)
Kink and BDSM: Integrating kink and BDSM practices; negotiation, boundary setting, and understanding power dynamics.
Hi, I'm Nicole Williams, LMFT! I'm so happy you're taking the first step in reaching out! Are you navigating the complexities of non-monogamous relationships or exploring your sexuality in unconventional ways? I specialize in providing compassionate and non-judgmental therapy for individuals and couples who are in or exploring consensual non-monogamous (ENM) relationships. My approach is rooted in respect for diverse relationship structures and aims to support clients in developing communication skills, managing jealousy, and fostering intimacy within their relationships. I am a LGBTQ+ affirming and kink and BDSM friendly therapist.
Kink and BDSM: Integrating kink and BDSM practices; negotiation, boundary setting, and understanding power dynamics.
Hi, I'm Nicole Williams, LMFT! I'm so happy you're taking the first step in reaching out! Are you navigating the complexities of non-monogamous relationships or exploring your sexuality in unconventional ways? I specialize in providing compassionate and non-judgmental therapy for individuals and couples who are in or exploring consensual non-monogamous (ENM) relationships. My approach is rooted in respect for diverse relationship structures and aims to support clients in developing communication skills, managing jealousy, and fostering intimacy within their relationships. I am a LGBTQ+ affirming and kink and BDSM friendly therapist.
Vanessa Center
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94101 (Online Only)
I work with adults who are exploring their authentic sexual identity and relationships. They may question societal norms, struggle with shame or guilt, or navigate complex dynamics. Whether exploring non-monogamy, kink, BDSM, or seeking sexual empowerment, they're ready to challenge stigmas and expectations. Their goal is to develop healthier, fulfilling connections with themselves and others. They seek a judgment-free space to explore and celebrate their sexuality and aim to integrate sex-positivity and into their sexual health and overall well-being, recognizing its potential to enrich many aspects of life.
I work with adults who are exploring their authentic sexual identity and relationships. They may question societal norms, struggle with shame or guilt, or navigate complex dynamics. Whether exploring non-monogamy, kink, BDSM, or seeking sexual empowerment, they're ready to challenge stigmas and expectations. Their goal is to develop healthier, fulfilling connections with themselves and others. They seek a judgment-free space to explore and celebrate their sexuality and aim to integrate sex-positivity and into their sexual health and overall well-being, recognizing its potential to enrich many aspects of life.
Luke (Frank Luke) Adams
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ABS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94114 (Online Only)
Expertise: sexual & gender diversity, erotic pleasure, relational intimacy, honesty, breaking the drug-sex link, men (cis & trans), masculinities, men's sexuality, discovering/ owning/ exchanging power, ethical alternative relationships, Kink/Fetish/BDSM.
Do other therapists seem judgmental? Don't understand? Won't listen to you? If you need to talk about anything and everything, clients tell me I have a strong capacity for compassion, empathy, and care. At the same time, I’m forthright and candid. I see you and hear you—a whole person (body, mind, spirit) living in an interactive and interconnected world. I believe you're the expert in you - even if you're not yet aware of it. My role is to help you find that, and bring my own holistic vision, experience, training, expertise, and tools to the table, so you can work to be the best possible version of you. I am a trauma specialist.
Expertise: sexual & gender diversity, erotic pleasure, relational intimacy, honesty, breaking the drug-sex link, men (cis & trans), masculinities, men's sexuality, discovering/ owning/ exchanging power, ethical alternative relationships, Kink/Fetish/BDSM.
Do other therapists seem judgmental? Don't understand? Won't listen to you? If you need to talk about anything and everything, clients tell me I have a strong capacity for compassion, empathy, and care. At the same time, I’m forthright and candid. I see you and hear you—a whole person (body, mind, spirit) living in an interactive and interconnected world. I believe you're the expert in you - even if you're not yet aware of it. My role is to help you find that, and bring my own holistic vision, experience, training, expertise, and tools to the table, so you can work to be the best possible version of you. I am a trauma specialist.
Harmony Mandela Martinez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94121
I work from a holistic, strengths-based, somatically trained (connecting the mind body connection), sex positive, and LGBTQ+ affirmative perspective to support a sense of safety in sessions.
Now offering services for Teens, couples and individuals. Therapy is a process of growth and self-discovery. In our sessions we find old patterns that do not serve you and new growth that will offer new patterns to enjoy a more fulfilling life. I will use many methods with you exploring emotions, thoughts, body sensations and behavior. I work collaboratively with you to set goals and treatment that is personal to your needs and situation in a non-judgmental environment.
I work from a holistic, strengths-based, somatically trained (connecting the mind body connection), sex positive, and LGBTQ+ affirmative perspective to support a sense of safety in sessions.
Now offering services for Teens, couples and individuals. Therapy is a process of growth and self-discovery. In our sessions we find old patterns that do not serve you and new growth that will offer new patterns to enjoy a more fulfilling life. I will use many methods with you exploring emotions, thoughts, body sensations and behavior. I work collaboratively with you to set goals and treatment that is personal to your needs and situation in a non-judgmental environment.
In sex therapy, I create a safe, sex-positive space to address concerns relating to sexual health and intimacy for couples and individuals (queer, ENM, & kink friendly).
These are really tough times, aren't they? Existing issues feel bigger and it can be that much harder to cope. Therapy can heIp. I approach therapy in a warm and collaborative manner to help couples, individuals, and families identify new and adaptive ways to deal with life's challenges. In couples therapy, I use Emotion-Focused and Gottman approaches to help partners learn to manage and repair conflict, rebuild trust and intimacy, and build emotional connections. In family treatment, I'll work with your family to develop adaptive and healthy communication patterns, as well as address parenting concerns and behavioral issues.
In sex therapy, I create a safe, sex-positive space to address concerns relating to sexual health and intimacy for couples and individuals (queer, ENM, & kink friendly).
These are really tough times, aren't they? Existing issues feel bigger and it can be that much harder to cope. Therapy can heIp. I approach therapy in a warm and collaborative manner to help couples, individuals, and families identify new and adaptive ways to deal with life's challenges. In couples therapy, I use Emotion-Focused and Gottman approaches to help partners learn to manage and repair conflict, rebuild trust and intimacy, and build emotional connections. In family treatment, I'll work with your family to develop adaptive and healthy communication patterns, as well as address parenting concerns and behavioral issues.
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Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94114
Are you exploring your sexuality or gender and need support? Are you healing from sexual assault or intimate partner violence and don't know how to talk about it? Are you in the kink and/or poly community and need nonjudgmental support? I get it. It can be scary to look for a therapist when your experiences are outside "the norm." I empower my clients to become more self-aware and to better understand and process their unique experiences in a collaborative, self-affirming environment.
Are you exploring your sexuality or gender and need support? Are you healing from sexual assault or intimate partner violence and don't know how to talk about it? Are you in the kink and/or poly community and need nonjudgmental support? I get it. It can be scary to look for a therapist when your experiences are outside "the norm." I empower my clients to become more self-aware and to better understand and process their unique experiences in a collaborative, self-affirming environment.
As a sex-positive, poly-friendly, kink-aware psychologist and Certified Sex Therapist, I provide a judgment-free space.
My ideal client is someone who is seeking a deeper connection with themselves and others, and who is ready to explore aspects of their identity, sexuality, or relationships that may feel confusing or challenging. They may be dealing with issues such as sexual identity exploration, psychosexual concerns, anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties, and are seeking a safe, affirming space to work through these challenges.
As a sex-positive, poly-friendly, kink-aware psychologist and Certified Sex Therapist, I provide a judgment-free space.
My ideal client is someone who is seeking a deeper connection with themselves and others, and who is ready to explore aspects of their identity, sexuality, or relationships that may feel confusing or challenging. They may be dealing with issues such as sexual identity exploration, psychosexual concerns, anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties, and are seeking a safe, affirming space to work through these challenges.
Anxiety is a universal and painful experience. Its causes are legion: abandonment, fear of failure (or success), transitions, traumas, aging and death. Supporting you in transforming your anxiety into positive growth will be our goal. Transpersonal hypnotherapy is invaluable in addressing grief, death and dying. In dealing with loss, we will create connections through hypnosis to address what remains incomplete. As my essential paradigm is empowerment, I serve as your guide, facilitating experiences in a grounded, safe way with your full participation. Hypnotherapy, free of the constraints of adult language patterns, offers a primary road to healing your deepest self.
Anxiety is a universal and painful experience. Its causes are legion: abandonment, fear of failure (or success), transitions, traumas, aging and death. Supporting you in transforming your anxiety into positive growth will be our goal. Transpersonal hypnotherapy is invaluable in addressing grief, death and dying. In dealing with loss, we will create connections through hypnosis to address what remains incomplete. As my essential paradigm is empowerment, I serve as your guide, facilitating experiences in a grounded, safe way with your full participation. Hypnotherapy, free of the constraints of adult language patterns, offers a primary road to healing your deepest self.
Natasha Walter-Fisk
Marriage & Family Therapist, MACP, CA:LMFT, MN:LPCC, CO:LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94122 (Online Only)
You've had enough with the anxiety. You want to relax and feel better. I'd like to help you with that. Take a gentle breath. Imagine how you would feel if your brain stopped spinning and your body relaxed. Therapy can get you there and I currently have openings. Exclusively online. California, Minnesota, Colorado, international. Individuals, groups. Worry, high expectations, perfectionism, relationship issues, trauma, expats, nomads, travel, goals, retirement, cultural & generational differences. Anti-racist, LGBTQIA2S+ ally. Sex positive. IFS, EMDR, positive psychology. Private pay. Super bill provided on request.
You've had enough with the anxiety. You want to relax and feel better. I'd like to help you with that. Take a gentle breath. Imagine how you would feel if your brain stopped spinning and your body relaxed. Therapy can get you there and I currently have openings. Exclusively online. California, Minnesota, Colorado, international. Individuals, groups. Worry, high expectations, perfectionism, relationship issues, trauma, expats, nomads, travel, goals, retirement, cultural & generational differences. Anti-racist, LGBTQIA2S+ ally. Sex positive. IFS, EMDR, positive psychology. Private pay. Super bill provided on request.
Phillip Whitely, M.S., LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94114
Some of my areas of focus include: LGBTQ+, Work issues, Anxiety, Depression, Poly relationships, Kink, Addictions, Disabilities and disability-related issues, Grief and loss, HIV/AIDS.
I believe that each of us has the ability to make the changes necessary in order to live the life we want. Unfortunately, we cannot always clearly see that path. My goal is to help you uncover the answers which will allow you to take the necessary steps in order to make positive changes in your life. Whether you want to make changes in your habits, further understand your behaviors in relationships, get a handle on your anxiety or depression, or maybe something else, I believe a strong connection with an understanding therapist will help you along your journey.
Some of my areas of focus include: LGBTQ+, Work issues, Anxiety, Depression, Poly relationships, Kink, Addictions, Disabilities and disability-related issues, Grief and loss, HIV/AIDS.
I believe that each of us has the ability to make the changes necessary in order to live the life we want. Unfortunately, we cannot always clearly see that path. My goal is to help you uncover the answers which will allow you to take the necessary steps in order to make positive changes in your life. Whether you want to make changes in your habits, further understand your behaviors in relationships, get a handle on your anxiety or depression, or maybe something else, I believe a strong connection with an understanding therapist will help you along your journey.
The Therapist for Sexual Rebels
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94104 (Online Only)
We need sex-positive, body-positive support for ourselves, our families, and our communities. Individuals, couples, polycules and groups I work with traverse the world with partners, genders, fetishes, or professional experiences that are often misunderstood by the dominant culture. I am in service to your joy, your healing, keeping you connected to a grounded source of abundance, gaining skills to navigate personal and professional dynamics, and being in keen awareness of your power. I’m excited to journey with you toward an embodied, fulfilling relationship with yourself and those you love.
We need sex-positive, body-positive support for ourselves, our families, and our communities. Individuals, couples, polycules and groups I work with traverse the world with partners, genders, fetishes, or professional experiences that are often misunderstood by the dominant culture. I am in service to your joy, your healing, keeping you connected to a grounded source of abundance, gaining skills to navigate personal and professional dynamics, and being in keen awareness of your power. I’m excited to journey with you toward an embodied, fulfilling relationship with yourself and those you love.
Dax Glasson-Darling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MT-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Francisco, CA 94102
I am a licensed clincial social worker and board-certified music therapist. I aim to provide therapy that is anti-racist, accessible, queer affirming, sex and body positive, kink aware, trauma informed, and accepting of all relationship styles. My current focus is providing individual teletherapy to LGBTQIA2S+ adults experiencing life transitions and wanting to heal from trauma, depression, and anxiety. I am also passionate about working with people who are exploring sexuality, gender expression, and gender identity. I am able to provide letters for gender-affirming medical services if that is a part of your journey.
I am a licensed clincial social worker and board-certified music therapist. I aim to provide therapy that is anti-racist, accessible, queer affirming, sex and body positive, kink aware, trauma informed, and accepting of all relationship styles. My current focus is providing individual teletherapy to LGBTQIA2S+ adults experiencing life transitions and wanting to heal from trauma, depression, and anxiety. I am also passionate about working with people who are exploring sexuality, gender expression, and gender identity. I am able to provide letters for gender-affirming medical services if that is a part of your journey.
Gabriela Campos
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94121 (Online Only)
I offer therapy for teens, couples, and individual adults, starting from a place of curiosity and cultural humility. Every person has a unique story, and I’m passionate about learning from each client’s perspective. My approach is adaptable and personalized, grounded in trauma-informed, person-centered care. I’m committed to supporting diverse communities, including LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, poly and kink folks, immigrants, and refugees. I also believe that truly transformative care must address the impact of systemic issues on individual mental health.
I offer therapy for teens, couples, and individual adults, starting from a place of curiosity and cultural humility. Every person has a unique story, and I’m passionate about learning from each client’s perspective. My approach is adaptable and personalized, grounded in trauma-informed, person-centered care. I’m committed to supporting diverse communities, including LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, poly and kink folks, immigrants, and refugees. I also believe that truly transformative care must address the impact of systemic issues on individual mental health.
I work extensively with Queer and LGBT community, Kink Affirmative/ Sex Positive, Sexual abuse, Substance Use, PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Chronic pain, Aging, Childhood Trauma, Grieving, and Couples.
You are unique. My approach is from a holistic lens through relational humanistic psychodynamics. I hope that we build a foundational relationship that is based on trust and acceptance. I will walk with you through your journey of healing and self-discovery. I utilize my self-reflective journey through humanistic transpersonal psychodynamics, meeting you where you are in the here and now, offering acceptance and understanding.
I work extensively with Queer and LGBT community, Kink Affirmative/ Sex Positive, Sexual abuse, Substance Use, PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Chronic pain, Aging, Childhood Trauma, Grieving, and Couples.
You are unique. My approach is from a holistic lens through relational humanistic psychodynamics. I hope that we build a foundational relationship that is based on trust and acceptance. I will walk with you through your journey of healing and self-discovery. I utilize my self-reflective journey through humanistic transpersonal psychodynamics, meeting you where you are in the here and now, offering acceptance and understanding.
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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.