Polyamory and ENM Therapists in Louisville, KY
Emily Dean
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
4 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40213
Waitlist for new clients
Hi, I’m Emily. I’m a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who works with couples and individuals from all walks of life, with a special passion for supporting those across the spectrums of gender, sexuality, and relationship orientation. Whether you are navigating identity or relationship issues, healing from trauma, or facing a major life transition, my goal is to offer a space where you can show up fully as yourself and leave one step closer to who you want to be.
Hi, I’m Emily. I’m a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist who works with couples and individuals from all walks of life, with a special passion for supporting those across the spectrums of gender, sexuality, and relationship orientation. Whether you are navigating identity or relationship issues, healing from trauma, or facing a major life transition, my goal is to offer a space where you can show up fully as yourself and leave one step closer to who you want to be.
McClain Owens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT 200
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I am a trauma therapist that pulls from eastern and western modalities to offer holistic therapeutic services. Believing that trauma memory is stored beyond the mind and deep into the body, I weave cognitive, somatic and nature-based approaches for highly effective treatment. It is vital to understand how systemic, cultural and individual circumstances influence the mind-body connection. To better grasp what is bringing you into session, my anti-oppressive perspective is influenced by systems, and feminist theory.
I am a trauma therapist that pulls from eastern and western modalities to offer holistic therapeutic services. Believing that trauma memory is stored beyond the mind and deep into the body, I weave cognitive, somatic and nature-based approaches for highly effective treatment. It is vital to understand how systemic, cultural and individual circumstances influence the mind-body connection. To better grasp what is bringing you into session, my anti-oppressive perspective is influenced by systems, and feminist theory.
I have experience working with individuals navigating trauma, severe mental illness, and complex life challenges, with a particular focus on providing affirming care for LGBTQ+ clients, gender-diverse individuals, and those in kink and polyamorous relationships.
My approach to therapy is centered on helping you discover what works best for you and clarifying what you truly want out of your life. From there, we’ll work together to build the skills and confidence you need to create a life that feels meaningful and authentic to you.
I have experience working with individuals navigating trauma, severe mental illness, and complex life challenges, with a particular focus on providing affirming care for LGBTQ+ clients, gender-diverse individuals, and those in kink and polyamorous relationships.
My approach to therapy is centered on helping you discover what works best for you and clarifying what you truly want out of your life. From there, we’ll work together to build the skills and confidence you need to create a life that feels meaningful and authentic to you.
Welcome! I’m glad you’re here and considering reaching out for support. I offer evening and weekend appointments to help make therapy accessible. I work with transgender, nonbinary, and gender-diverse adults who are worn down by the cumulative impact of minority stress, gender dysphoria, trauma, anxiety, depression, or relationship strain. I also help those who wish to transition navigate that experience. In addition, I work with family members to gain understanding and learn how to support their transgender loved one. My approach is non-judgmental and compassionate.
Welcome! I’m glad you’re here and considering reaching out for support. I offer evening and weekend appointments to help make therapy accessible. I work with transgender, nonbinary, and gender-diverse adults who are worn down by the cumulative impact of minority stress, gender dysphoria, trauma, anxiety, depression, or relationship strain. I also help those who wish to transition navigate that experience. In addition, I work with family members to gain understanding and learn how to support their transgender loved one. My approach is non-judgmental and compassionate.
Rick Hudson
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, PhD, LPCC-S, NCC, ADHD-CP
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40205
My work with clients has included addressing depression, anxiety, self-esteem and identity concerns as well as the social/emotional challenges that accompany ADHD, Autism and other disabilities. As a self avowed ‘nerd therapist’ with ADHD myself, I am passionate about working with fellow nerds, outcasts, artists or creatives who may feel out of sync with a mainstream approach. I am particularly adept at assisting clients in identifying their strengths and talents and applying them toward career, educational and other life goals. I am sex positive and endeavor to be an ally to LGBTQ+, poly and kink communities.
My work with clients has included addressing depression, anxiety, self-esteem and identity concerns as well as the social/emotional challenges that accompany ADHD, Autism and other disabilities. As a self avowed ‘nerd therapist’ with ADHD myself, I am passionate about working with fellow nerds, outcasts, artists or creatives who may feel out of sync with a mainstream approach. I am particularly adept at assisting clients in identifying their strengths and talents and applying them toward career, educational and other life goals. I am sex positive and endeavor to be an ally to LGBTQ+, poly and kink communities.
Accepting New Clients. My areas of focus include but are not limited to Adult issues, parenting, Bi-Polar, adolescents, Depression, cPTSD, Substance Use, Gender confirming and LGBTQ affirming. Gottman Couples therapist. Accepting insurance and private pay. Law enforcement and prior military experience. My hours support working couples, individuals and school aged children. After hours appointments and weekend sessions are available. Currently, I'm in my 25th year of practice.
Accepting New Clients. My areas of focus include but are not limited to Adult issues, parenting, Bi-Polar, adolescents, Depression, cPTSD, Substance Use, Gender confirming and LGBTQ affirming. Gottman Couples therapist. Accepting insurance and private pay. Law enforcement and prior military experience. My hours support working couples, individuals and school aged children. After hours appointments and weekend sessions are available. Currently, I'm in my 25th year of practice.
I work with individuals, families, couples, and adolescents facing tough challenges, transitions, and growth opportunities. I have over 16 years in practice with experience treating general mental health issues, substance abuse, co-dependency, trauma and grief. I work from a solution-focused, person-centered approach and address not only the individual in therapy, but their family unit or family of choice. I believe that individuals have the strength to create meaningful change in their lives, and as a helping professional, I offer support, facilitate and witness that change in a positive, friendly and collaborative way.
I work with individuals, families, couples, and adolescents facing tough challenges, transitions, and growth opportunities. I have over 16 years in practice with experience treating general mental health issues, substance abuse, co-dependency, trauma and grief. I work from a solution-focused, person-centered approach and address not only the individual in therapy, but their family unit or family of choice. I believe that individuals have the strength to create meaningful change in their lives, and as a helping professional, I offer support, facilitate and witness that change in a positive, friendly and collaborative way.
I specialize in working with adults and couples who are dealing with issues related to attachment, sexual identity, and neurodivergence. I often work with clients who have complicated family dynamics or high stress work environments. I treat those with a diagnosis or symptoms of ADHD, PTSD, and various types of anxiety and depression. I am passionate about providing an affirming and inclusive space for historically marginalized groups, including but not limited to BIPOC, interracial couples, and women. I also enjoy working with fellow members of the queer community.
I specialize in working with adults and couples who are dealing with issues related to attachment, sexual identity, and neurodivergence. I often work with clients who have complicated family dynamics or high stress work environments. I treat those with a diagnosis or symptoms of ADHD, PTSD, and various types of anxiety and depression. I am passionate about providing an affirming and inclusive space for historically marginalized groups, including but not limited to BIPOC, interracial couples, and women. I also enjoy working with fellow members of the queer community.
My name is Charlotte Marlow, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) who provides telehealth services in Kentucky. I specialize in working with individuals who are navigating mental health challenges, substance use, and life transitions. I help by creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions while building practical skills for lasting change.
My name is Charlotte Marlow, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) who provides telehealth services in Kentucky. I specialize in working with individuals who are navigating mental health challenges, substance use, and life transitions. I help by creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions while building practical skills for lasting change.
I am non-binary transwoman and my pronouns are she/they. I've been practicing for 14 years. I've worked with clients across the life span and from many varied backgrounds. My areas of expertise are gender and sexuality, particularly LGBTQ issues, and trauma. I have been an advocate and educator as well as a member of the LGBTQ community for over 30 years.
I am non-binary transwoman and my pronouns are she/they. I've been practicing for 14 years. I've worked with clients across the life span and from many varied backgrounds. My areas of expertise are gender and sexuality, particularly LGBTQ issues, and trauma. I have been an advocate and educator as well as a member of the LGBTQ community for over 30 years.
I believe that you know your life best and that I am here as a companion as we move towards growth. I work collaboratively with my clients, holding compassion and my client's needs at the center of our work. I specialize in issues such as anxiety, stress, burnout, relationship struggles, ethical non monogamy, exploring sexual orientation/expression, kink, religious trauma, and working with those in the LGBTQIA+ community. My job as a therapist is to support, engage with empathy and wonder, offer hope, and acknowledge the stories and experiences clients express as they reflect.
I believe that you know your life best and that I am here as a companion as we move towards growth. I work collaboratively with my clients, holding compassion and my client's needs at the center of our work. I specialize in issues such as anxiety, stress, burnout, relationship struggles, ethical non monogamy, exploring sexual orientation/expression, kink, religious trauma, and working with those in the LGBTQIA+ community. My job as a therapist is to support, engage with empathy and wonder, offer hope, and acknowledge the stories and experiences clients express as they reflect.
Currently accepting new clients, in-person or via Telehealth! I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, and couples, with a focus on emotional regulation, nervous system health, and trauma-informed care. My approach is both compassionate and highly practical. I want my clients to leave my office with tools, ideas, and a sense of empowerment. I like to take the guess work out of therapy and give clients practical feedback, insight, and guidance. I am passionate about utilizing Internal Family Systems (Parts Work) and attachment-based modalities to help build trust, safety, and healthier patterns.
Currently accepting new clients, in-person or via Telehealth! I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, and couples, with a focus on emotional regulation, nervous system health, and trauma-informed care. My approach is both compassionate and highly practical. I want my clients to leave my office with tools, ideas, and a sense of empowerment. I like to take the guess work out of therapy and give clients practical feedback, insight, and guidance. I am passionate about utilizing Internal Family Systems (Parts Work) and attachment-based modalities to help build trust, safety, and healthier patterns.
I am a Licensed Professional Counseling Associate offering affirming,
compassionate mental health services for adolescents and adults.
I believe therapy can benefit everyone, whether you are working through something from the past, navigating current challenges, or preparing yourself for the future. Healing begins with connection and self-awareness, and together we can work toward greater balance and well-being.
I am a Licensed Professional Counseling Associate offering affirming,
compassionate mental health services for adolescents and adults.
I believe therapy can benefit everyone, whether you are working through something from the past, navigating current challenges, or preparing yourself for the future. Healing begins with connection and self-awareness, and together we can work toward greater balance and well-being.
I am passionate about working directly with individuals, couples, and families to deepen connection, relieve tension, and explore identity. I specialize in trauma-based disorders and issues, high-conflict couples, sex therapy, kink, and intimacy needs, ethical non-monogamy, and sexual identity exploration. It is paramount for me to meet my clients exactly where they are, rather than expecting a “one size fits all” approach to be beneficial. I combine evidence-based practice with interventions that align with specific client needs.
I am passionate about working directly with individuals, couples, and families to deepen connection, relieve tension, and explore identity. I specialize in trauma-based disorders and issues, high-conflict couples, sex therapy, kink, and intimacy needs, ethical non-monogamy, and sexual identity exploration. It is paramount for me to meet my clients exactly where they are, rather than expecting a “one size fits all” approach to be beneficial. I combine evidence-based practice with interventions that align with specific client needs.
No matter what has brought you to therapy, your experience is valid. After 27 yrs, I believe that even the most unlikeable, confusing, extreme parts of you have a wisdom to be understood, a protectiveness to be thanked, and a vulnerability to be seen and heard. In my practice, I will seek to meet you exactly where you are, and together we can tend to the unique challenges in your life. My ultimate goal is for clients to uncover their essential self—to rediscover their own innate wisdom and strength that can face whatever life brings. We will work together to create a life where you feel more aware and in charge of your journey.
No matter what has brought you to therapy, your experience is valid. After 27 yrs, I believe that even the most unlikeable, confusing, extreme parts of you have a wisdom to be understood, a protectiveness to be thanked, and a vulnerability to be seen and heard. In my practice, I will seek to meet you exactly where you are, and together we can tend to the unique challenges in your life. My ultimate goal is for clients to uncover their essential self—to rediscover their own innate wisdom and strength that can face whatever life brings. We will work together to create a life where you feel more aware and in charge of your journey.
1st Priority Healthcare provides services to children, teens, adults, and families. We offer an array of services that put the total well-being of our clients at the forefront. We also provide a day treatment program tailored to children with mental illnesses, and a host of other services for persons of all ages, and levels of need.
1st Priority Healthcare provides services to children, teens, adults, and families. We offer an array of services that put the total well-being of our clients at the forefront. We also provide a day treatment program tailored to children with mental illnesses, and a host of other services for persons of all ages, and levels of need.
Welcome! I’m a therapist who supports adults and couples navigating relationships, premarital concerns, co-parenting, parenting challenges, life transitions, anxiety, and depression. I offer a warm, conversational space where you can feel understood and supported.
Welcome! I’m a therapist who supports adults and couples navigating relationships, premarital concerns, co-parenting, parenting challenges, life transitions, anxiety, and depression. I offer a warm, conversational space where you can feel understood and supported.
Do constant worries, panic, or anxiety attacks disrupt your life? Feel angry and stuck in negative thoughts? Have setbacks left you feeling helpless and hopeless, perhaps even down? Are family/relationship problems or losing yourself leaving you overwhelmed, with low confidence and motivation? Are angry outbursts/racing thoughts impossible to control? Have disappointments made you feel helpless/hopeless about what's next? Are you completely overwhelmed, struggling, and unmotivated due to family/relationship issues or loss of identity? Book a consultation call, hit that email me or visit my website.
Do constant worries, panic, or anxiety attacks disrupt your life? Feel angry and stuck in negative thoughts? Have setbacks left you feeling helpless and hopeless, perhaps even down? Are family/relationship problems or losing yourself leaving you overwhelmed, with low confidence and motivation? Are angry outbursts/racing thoughts impossible to control? Have disappointments made you feel helpless/hopeless about what's next? Are you completely overwhelmed, struggling, and unmotivated due to family/relationship issues or loss of identity? Book a consultation call, hit that email me or visit my website.
My ideal clients are thoughtful, capable individuals who carry a lot of responsibility. On the outside, they seem to have it together—but inside feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in overthinking. They want real, lasting change. I offer a supportive space to gain clarity and feel more grounded. Using EMDR, hypnosis, and subconscious-focused approaches, we connect current thoughts, behaviors, and beliefs to past experiences—creating deeper clarity, shifting patterns, and helping you move forward with greater confidence, balance, and ease.
My ideal clients are thoughtful, capable individuals who carry a lot of responsibility. On the outside, they seem to have it together—but inside feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in overthinking. They want real, lasting change. I offer a supportive space to gain clarity and feel more grounded. Using EMDR, hypnosis, and subconscious-focused approaches, we connect current thoughts, behaviors, and beliefs to past experiences—creating deeper clarity, shifting patterns, and helping you move forward with greater confidence, balance, and ease.
Helen Keller once said, "Although the world is full of suffering, it is full also of the overcoming of it." I know it can be scary to acknowledge pain and reach out for help, but I also know that doing so is a sign of strength and courage. I love being a therapist and enjoy working with those trying therapy for the first time as well as those looking for a new perspective and a different approach. My style is direct, warm, and collaborative, and I aim to give clients something to work on between sessions so you can develop new insights and skills to better your life.
Helen Keller once said, "Although the world is full of suffering, it is full also of the overcoming of it." I know it can be scary to acknowledge pain and reach out for help, but I also know that doing so is a sign of strength and courage. I love being a therapist and enjoy working with those trying therapy for the first time as well as those looking for a new perspective and a different approach. My style is direct, warm, and collaborative, and I aim to give clients something to work on between sessions so you can develop new insights and skills to better your life.
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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.