Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Therapists in Peachtree Corners, GA
Restoration, Liberation, and Inner Healing. believe in having vulnerable, courageous conversations. I help my clients to learn more about the origin of certain limiting beliefs about themselves and the world, and how these beliefs inform their current actions and relationships. I care deeply about Maternal Mental Health, Self-Esteem and Codependency, Restoring Marriages, Support Weight Loss Journeys, and Men's Mental Health. También hablo español! I am not providing in-person sessions at this time. For those seeking a Christ-centered approach to counseling, I'd be honored to integrate faith, prayer, and scripture in our sessions.
Restoration, Liberation, and Inner Healing. believe in having vulnerable, courageous conversations. I help my clients to learn more about the origin of certain limiting beliefs about themselves and the world, and how these beliefs inform their current actions and relationships. I care deeply about Maternal Mental Health, Self-Esteem and Codependency, Restoring Marriages, Support Weight Loss Journeys, and Men's Mental Health. También hablo español! I am not providing in-person sessions at this time. For those seeking a Christ-centered approach to counseling, I'd be honored to integrate faith, prayer, and scripture in our sessions.
Heyyyy, I’m Serenity!
I work with clients who are navigating anxiety, depression, sexual trauma, low self-esteem, or relationship struggles. With a background as a yoga instructor, mind and body awareness is something I emphasize with my clients, especially those with trauma. This may include grounding techniques, breath work, or exploration of how your body holds stress or emotional pain. I also work with couples, including those in polyamorous relationships, through issues of intimacy, connection, and trust.
Heyyyy, I’m Serenity!
I work with clients who are navigating anxiety, depression, sexual trauma, low self-esteem, or relationship struggles. With a background as a yoga instructor, mind and body awareness is something I emphasize with my clients, especially those with trauma. This may include grounding techniques, breath work, or exploration of how your body holds stress or emotional pain. I also work with couples, including those in polyamorous relationships, through issues of intimacy, connection, and trust.
Throughout my career, I have dedicated my practice to serving adults, adolescents, and families who identify as queer and/or transgender/non-binary. In addition, I also provide play therapy services to children (5-10 years-old) and their families who are experiencing emotional and behavioral regulation concerns.
It is my philosophy that we are never too young or too old to begin our journey through growth, healing, and self-discovery. Using therapeutic practices that are centered around mind-body connections and trauma informed care, I would love to be a part of you or your child's journey towards wellness.
Throughout my career, I have dedicated my practice to serving adults, adolescents, and families who identify as queer and/or transgender/non-binary. In addition, I also provide play therapy services to children (5-10 years-old) and their families who are experiencing emotional and behavioral regulation concerns.
It is my philosophy that we are never too young or too old to begin our journey through growth, healing, and self-discovery. Using therapeutic practices that are centered around mind-body connections and trauma informed care, I would love to be a part of you or your child's journey towards wellness.
Finding a therapist you feel comfortable with and trust can be very challenging. Painful life experiences, past trauma and current situations can cause you to feel stuck, anxious and depressed. You may have noticed changes in your relationships, work, mood or self-esteem. Feeling understood and supported is of highest importance when navigating through life challenges. As such, I am dedicated to protecting your trust and providing you with emotional safety as you undertake the vulnerable yet enriching journey of therapy.
Finding a therapist you feel comfortable with and trust can be very challenging. Painful life experiences, past trauma and current situations can cause you to feel stuck, anxious and depressed. You may have noticed changes in your relationships, work, mood or self-esteem. Feeling understood and supported is of highest importance when navigating through life challenges. As such, I am dedicated to protecting your trust and providing you with emotional safety as you undertake the vulnerable yet enriching journey of therapy.
Life is messy and confusing– navigating it alone is even more difficult. Building a strong, authentic relationship is at the center of my work. Many of the people I see have had experiences with therapy that felt unhelpful, impersonal, or mismatched. I aim to create a space that feels safe while also providing real strategies and insights to improve your life outside of the therapy room. I specialize in helping individuals navigate emotion regulation difficulties, complex trauma, and relationship stress. I also work with clinicians in training to provide individual supervision while working toward licensure.
Life is messy and confusing– navigating it alone is even more difficult. Building a strong, authentic relationship is at the center of my work. Many of the people I see have had experiences with therapy that felt unhelpful, impersonal, or mismatched. I aim to create a space that feels safe while also providing real strategies and insights to improve your life outside of the therapy room. I specialize in helping individuals navigate emotion regulation difficulties, complex trauma, and relationship stress. I also work with clinicians in training to provide individual supervision while working toward licensure.
To all the perfectionists & people pleasers out there: No, life does not have to be this hard. Let me paint you a picture: You are overwhelmed by stress and anxiety, but you do everything you can to appear perfectly fine in front of other people. You feel really alone, but you’re afraid to burden others with your pain. You feel like you’re constantly running on empty, but you don’t know how to get back to feeling like yourself again. To make matters worse, that voice in your head won’t shut up about how you can't trust yourself and there must be something wrong with you. Does this sound like you?
To all the perfectionists & people pleasers out there: No, life does not have to be this hard. Let me paint you a picture: You are overwhelmed by stress and anxiety, but you do everything you can to appear perfectly fine in front of other people. You feel really alone, but you’re afraid to burden others with your pain. You feel like you’re constantly running on empty, but you don’t know how to get back to feeling like yourself again. To make matters worse, that voice in your head won’t shut up about how you can't trust yourself and there must be something wrong with you. Does this sound like you?
Life is full ups and downs. In my practice I will try and help you find those ups and get back there. I have extensive experience working with women issues, relationship issues, neurodivergence, trauma, family separation, anxiety, depression, sexual abuse, and parenting. I find it impactful to look at our own system and be in tune with all our parts for optimal balance and inner peace. There are many studies that show that the most effective thing in therapy that determines positive progress is the rapport between you and the therapist. Finding who you connect with is essential, let's see if we could be a good fit.
Life is full ups and downs. In my practice I will try and help you find those ups and get back there. I have extensive experience working with women issues, relationship issues, neurodivergence, trauma, family separation, anxiety, depression, sexual abuse, and parenting. I find it impactful to look at our own system and be in tune with all our parts for optimal balance and inner peace. There are many studies that show that the most effective thing in therapy that determines positive progress is the rapport between you and the therapist. Finding who you connect with is essential, let's see if we could be a good fit.
Hello & welcome! I'm an LPC who works with clients experiencing challenges like stress and anxiety, childhood wounds, parenting strategies, perinatal trauma, chronic pain, and relationships (including yourself). I help clients capitalize on their strengths, and safely address their past wounds and/or future fears in order for them to feel more capable and trusting in their present decisions. I'm also certified in attachment and somatic focused EMDR, which means I can help you meet your goals by exploring your body's intrinsic healing abilities, and how to heal past wounds for a healthier present and future.
Hello & welcome! I'm an LPC who works with clients experiencing challenges like stress and anxiety, childhood wounds, parenting strategies, perinatal trauma, chronic pain, and relationships (including yourself). I help clients capitalize on their strengths, and safely address their past wounds and/or future fears in order for them to feel more capable and trusting in their present decisions. I'm also certified in attachment and somatic focused EMDR, which means I can help you meet your goals by exploring your body's intrinsic healing abilities, and how to heal past wounds for a healthier present and future.
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Hi! I’m Brianna, a therapist dedicated to supporting those navigating the complexities of mental health. As a bisexual, cisgender Black woman and a first-generation college graduate I've learned that mental health is never one-size-fits-all. While I have the degrees and educational background, I prefer to lead with empathy and a little bit of personality. I’m dedicated to creating a therapeutic space that feels less like a clinical exam and more like an empowering partnership. If you’re looking for someone who brings their whole self to the room so that you can do the same, you’re in the right place.
Hi! I’m Brianna, a therapist dedicated to supporting those navigating the complexities of mental health. As a bisexual, cisgender Black woman and a first-generation college graduate I've learned that mental health is never one-size-fits-all. While I have the degrees and educational background, I prefer to lead with empathy and a little bit of personality. I’m dedicated to creating a therapeutic space that feels less like a clinical exam and more like an empowering partnership. If you’re looking for someone who brings their whole self to the room so that you can do the same, you’re in the right place.
Peyton Lathem Waggener
Licensed Professional Counselor, CMAC, LPC, NCC, MS, CCH
5 Endorsed
Online Only
In addition to working with addictions and recovery, I am skilled in the areas of sexuality and relationship counseling including various expressions of consensual nonmonogamy, and BDSM/ Kink.
I often use CBT to help identify underlying beliefs that motivate you to persist in harmful patterns, allowing you to make more successful choices. I enhance my counseling with Motivational Interviewing, experiential and creative interventions while using a social justice framework. I am excited to provide hypnotherapy as well.
In addition to working with addictions and recovery, I am skilled in the areas of sexuality and relationship counseling including various expressions of consensual nonmonogamy, and BDSM/ Kink.
I often use CBT to help identify underlying beliefs that motivate you to persist in harmful patterns, allowing you to make more successful choices. I enhance my counseling with Motivational Interviewing, experiential and creative interventions while using a social justice framework. I am excited to provide hypnotherapy as well.
My areas of specialization include CPTSD and transgenerational trauma, BDSM and kink-aware care, polyamory/ENM and other diverse relationships, LGBTQIA+ affirming care, sex work community, pagan and diverse spiritualities, neurodiversity, disabilities/chronic illness, and life transitions.
My work is influenced by and primarily utilizes a trauma-informed and culturally responsive liberation psychology framework to integrate evidence and strengths-based techniques to foster self-compassion, honesty, and integrity.
My areas of specialization include CPTSD and transgenerational trauma, BDSM and kink-aware care, polyamory/ENM and other diverse relationships, LGBTQIA+ affirming care, sex work community, pagan and diverse spiritualities, neurodiversity, disabilities/chronic illness, and life transitions.
My work is influenced by and primarily utilizes a trauma-informed and culturally responsive liberation psychology framework to integrate evidence and strengths-based techniques to foster self-compassion, honesty, and integrity.
I want your sex life to feel fun, passionate and connective! If it's become more of a stressor or a chore, it's time to get some expert support. Especially if you've been to individual therapy and are already a fairly good communicator . . . and feel like you should be able to handle this yourselves . . . yet you still feel stuck . . . please reach out! I will help you figure out what to discuss, how to discuss it, and in what order so that you can feel truly intimate. I also have an intern offering low fee sessions for individuals and relationship partners
I want your sex life to feel fun, passionate and connective! If it's become more of a stressor or a chore, it's time to get some expert support. Especially if you've been to individual therapy and are already a fairly good communicator . . . and feel like you should be able to handle this yourselves . . . yet you still feel stuck . . . please reach out! I will help you figure out what to discuss, how to discuss it, and in what order so that you can feel truly intimate. I also have an intern offering low fee sessions for individuals and relationship partners
Let's face it: sex and intimacy can be a bit complicated, no matter how old you are or how long you've been sexually active. Things come up, our bodies change, and sexual desires evolve. This can sometimes cause confusion and disruption in our lives. No one should feel they are navigating this alone. Allow me to create a safe space for you to become a master at communicating your needs, feel more comfortable in your body, and experience safe and pleasurable intimate encounters. With over 15 years of experience in the field, I bring a genuine demeanor, relatability, humor, and fearlessness in challenging conventional thinking to my w
Let's face it: sex and intimacy can be a bit complicated, no matter how old you are or how long you've been sexually active. Things come up, our bodies change, and sexual desires evolve. This can sometimes cause confusion and disruption in our lives. No one should feel they are navigating this alone. Allow me to create a safe space for you to become a master at communicating your needs, feel more comfortable in your body, and experience safe and pleasurable intimate encounters. With over 15 years of experience in the field, I bring a genuine demeanor, relatability, humor, and fearlessness in challenging conventional thinking to my w
I work with clients navigating spiritual abuse recovery, religious trauma, LGBTQ identity, kink, polyamory, and alternative spirituality.
Having to choose between the life you love and others' expectations is exhausting. You need a therapist who won't pathologize your choices and judge your lifestyle. You walk your own path—sexuality, relationships, spirituality—but get stuck in destructive patterns, sabotaging what you want, wondering if something's fundamentally wrong with you. Maybe past therapy left you feeling labeled. But you're ready to make a change. You're ready to break free from shame and reclaim your power and embody who you're meant to be. You deserve a therapist that gets it.
I work with clients navigating spiritual abuse recovery, religious trauma, LGBTQ identity, kink, polyamory, and alternative spirituality.
Having to choose between the life you love and others' expectations is exhausting. You need a therapist who won't pathologize your choices and judge your lifestyle. You walk your own path—sexuality, relationships, spirituality—but get stuck in destructive patterns, sabotaging what you want, wondering if something's fundamentally wrong with you. Maybe past therapy left you feeling labeled. But you're ready to make a change. You're ready to break free from shame and reclaim your power and embody who you're meant to be. You deserve a therapist that gets it.
I have a background in working with LGBTQIA populations, polyamorous/non-monogamous folks, and those involved in kink/BDSM.
I specialize in working with individuals navigating individuals working through their relationship with sexuality, whether in any form of partnership or single, as well as couples who may be struggling with sexual connection. I work with individuals and couples exploring intimate issues, and aim to make the therapeutic space one that feels comfortable and authentic to discuss taboo topics. I also specialize in body image concerns, disordered eating, complex trauma, anxiety, burnout, relational concerns, and am especially passionate about supporting clients in identity exploration.
I have a background in working with LGBTQIA populations, polyamorous/non-monogamous folks, and those involved in kink/BDSM.
I specialize in working with individuals navigating individuals working through their relationship with sexuality, whether in any form of partnership or single, as well as couples who may be struggling with sexual connection. I work with individuals and couples exploring intimate issues, and aim to make the therapeutic space one that feels comfortable and authentic to discuss taboo topics. I also specialize in body image concerns, disordered eating, complex trauma, anxiety, burnout, relational concerns, and am especially passionate about supporting clients in identity exploration.
I offer individual and couples therapy to all LGBTQ+ folx, poly (including your polycule if needed), and/or kink lifestyles.
Life can hit hard—relationships, family, work, and expectations don’t always play fair. When things feel overwhelming, you deserve real support, not surface-level advice. I offer a direct, engaged, and compassionate therapeutic space focused on insight and change. My approach is client-centered and integrative, drawing from CBT, Psychodynamic, Narrative, and Gestalt frameworks. We’ll examine what’s happening, understand why, and build tools you can use. Serving Georgia, Florida, Vermont, and South Carolina residents.
I offer individual and couples therapy to all LGBTQ+ folx, poly (including your polycule if needed), and/or kink lifestyles.
Life can hit hard—relationships, family, work, and expectations don’t always play fair. When things feel overwhelming, you deserve real support, not surface-level advice. I offer a direct, engaged, and compassionate therapeutic space focused on insight and change. My approach is client-centered and integrative, drawing from CBT, Psychodynamic, Narrative, and Gestalt frameworks. We’ll examine what’s happening, understand why, and build tools you can use. Serving Georgia, Florida, Vermont, and South Carolina residents.
Dr. Holly Varona, PhD, LPC, CPC is a bilingual, Latina licensed professional counselor (LPC) in the state of Georgia with a humanistic approach to therapy rooted in both Eastern and Western theories, techniques, and philosophies. Dr. Holly uses a wide array of modalities to fit the individual needs of each of her clients, who are mostly working through trauma, abuse, depression, anxiety, religious trauma, cult recovery, weight issues, body image issues, self-worth, self-esteem, and self-efficacy issues.
Dr. Holly Varona, PhD, LPC, CPC is a bilingual, Latina licensed professional counselor (LPC) in the state of Georgia with a humanistic approach to therapy rooted in both Eastern and Western theories, techniques, and philosophies. Dr. Holly uses a wide array of modalities to fit the individual needs of each of her clients, who are mostly working through trauma, abuse, depression, anxiety, religious trauma, cult recovery, weight issues, body image issues, self-worth, self-esteem, and self-efficacy issues.
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself, your partner, or your purpose? Are anxiety or depression making it harder to navigate daily life or relationships? Do you find yourself at the intersection of identity, spirituality, or sexuality longing for a space where all parts of you are seen and celebrated? I offer a collaborative, affirming space where healing happens without judgment and your story is honored, not pathologized. You don’t have to figure it out alone.
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself, your partner, or your purpose? Are anxiety or depression making it harder to navigate daily life or relationships? Do you find yourself at the intersection of identity, spirituality, or sexuality longing for a space where all parts of you are seen and celebrated? I offer a collaborative, affirming space where healing happens without judgment and your story is honored, not pathologized. You don’t have to figure it out alone.
I’m a relationship and sex therapist who loves helping couples and individuals discover how to increase relationship satisfaction and have the sex life they fantasize about. You'll find a space that is compassionate - a place where you'll feel comfortable as you explore and discover unique solutions for your concerns. You will work to build communication and conflict management skills, increase emotional connection with self and others, and deepen intimacy within your relationships. You will be encouraged as you explore your sexuality and discover solutions that will give you the knowledge, confidence, and wholeness that you desire.
I’m a relationship and sex therapist who loves helping couples and individuals discover how to increase relationship satisfaction and have the sex life they fantasize about. You'll find a space that is compassionate - a place where you'll feel comfortable as you explore and discover unique solutions for your concerns. You will work to build communication and conflict management skills, increase emotional connection with self and others, and deepen intimacy within your relationships. You will be encouraged as you explore your sexuality and discover solutions that will give you the knowledge, confidence, and wholeness that you desire.
Thank you for your interest. You may also visit my web site: www.susanwhittington.com. I am fully certified by the American Association of Sexuality Educators Counselors and Therapists. As a University of Michigan trained sex therapist, I work largely with women in treating a range of sexual, relationship, and intimacy concerns. I see clients from both heterosexual and LGBT communities. It's important to me to create a safe and collaborative experience to facilitate open discussion around subject matter that may seem hard to talk about.
Thank you for your interest. You may also visit my web site: www.susanwhittington.com. I am fully certified by the American Association of Sexuality Educators Counselors and Therapists. As a University of Michigan trained sex therapist, I work largely with women in treating a range of sexual, relationship, and intimacy concerns. I see clients from both heterosexual and LGBT communities. It's important to me to create a safe and collaborative experience to facilitate open discussion around subject matter that may seem hard to talk about.
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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.