Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Therapists in Detroit, MI
Somatic Psychotherapy Michigan—Faith Elie
Counselor, LPC, MA, MA, SEP, NARM, IFS-L3
5 Endorsed
Detroit, MI 48221
I am sex positive, LGBTQIA+ advocating, gender affirming, polyamory & kink affirming.
The privilege of a lifetime is being who you are -Joseph Campbell. Together, we can really hone in on what it is you are wanting for yourself and finding a path forward, that best suites you. Often, the work is getting back in touch with your Self in a deeper way—like re-calibrating your inner compass. My understanding of counseling comes from holistic, somatic and trauma-informed approaches that incorporate mind, body, and soul such as Jungian, IFS and transpersonal. Sex therapy is also a very important part of the work I do. Check out my website blog to learn more details about how I work
I am sex positive, LGBTQIA+ advocating, gender affirming, polyamory & kink affirming.
The privilege of a lifetime is being who you are -Joseph Campbell. Together, we can really hone in on what it is you are wanting for yourself and finding a path forward, that best suites you. Often, the work is getting back in touch with your Self in a deeper way—like re-calibrating your inner compass. My understanding of counseling comes from holistic, somatic and trauma-informed approaches that incorporate mind, body, and soul such as Jungian, IFS and transpersonal. Sex therapy is also a very important part of the work I do. Check out my website blog to learn more details about how I work
Some populations I have experience with include trans folks, sex workers, gender non-conforming folks, people involved in the kink community, and polyam couples or individuals in poly relationships.
I have found that a positive relationship with one's body is essential for stable mental health. I am an affirming and inclusive provider for all folks and all bodies. I embody health at every size principals and welcome all. We can work together to strengthen your mind/body connection and express yourself to your fullest potential while maintaining safety.
Some populations I have experience with include trans folks, sex workers, gender non-conforming folks, people involved in the kink community, and polyam couples or individuals in poly relationships.
I have found that a positive relationship with one's body is essential for stable mental health. I am an affirming and inclusive provider for all folks and all bodies. I embody health at every size principals and welcome all. We can work together to strengthen your mind/body connection and express yourself to your fullest potential while maintaining safety.
I support clients with a trauma informed approach to healthy sexuality and relationships ( kink and BDSM informed), LGBTQI living (including transitions - pre, post, and non-operative), religious trauma, academic success and work-related stress.
"Out there" is wild, but you don't have to do it alone. I work with people who feel marginalized, overwhelmed, or stuck. Life, right now, is asking too much of us. I work with folks who want to be more functional in relationships, to accept themselves more fully, and to reach for joy, safety, and hope in wild and uncertain times. I have a deep commitment to Liberation and Joy, as a Queer Black Woman and a Fundamentalist-in-recovery. Quickstart: Schedule a free consultation appt at the Sagacity Counseling web calendar at a time that works for you.
I support clients with a trauma informed approach to healthy sexuality and relationships ( kink and BDSM informed), LGBTQI living (including transitions - pre, post, and non-operative), religious trauma, academic success and work-related stress.
"Out there" is wild, but you don't have to do it alone. I work with people who feel marginalized, overwhelmed, or stuck. Life, right now, is asking too much of us. I work with folks who want to be more functional in relationships, to accept themselves more fully, and to reach for joy, safety, and hope in wild and uncertain times. I have a deep commitment to Liberation and Joy, as a Queer Black Woman and a Fundamentalist-in-recovery. Quickstart: Schedule a free consultation appt at the Sagacity Counseling web calendar at a time that works for you.
As such, I identify as a LGBTQIA+, Kink, Disability, and Gender Affirming provider.
As a health service provider, humanistic, social justice advocacy, liberation, intersectional feminism, person-centered, solution-focused, CBT, trauma-informed, and systemic theories mold the art and science of the therapeutic approach I employ. Depending on the needs of others within the therapeutic alliance, I may use various items within my skill-set.
As such, I identify as a LGBTQIA+, Kink, Disability, and Gender Affirming provider.
As a health service provider, humanistic, social justice advocacy, liberation, intersectional feminism, person-centered, solution-focused, CBT, trauma-informed, and systemic theories mold the art and science of the therapeutic approach I employ. Depending on the needs of others within the therapeutic alliance, I may use various items within my skill-set.
As a therapist, I specialize in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, personal growth issues, spiritual experiences, sexual trauma, & issues faced by the LGBT+, Kink, & Poly communities.
Are you struggling with something in your life or the world as a whole? Do you need someone who can listen with a nonjudgmental & discerning ear? Have you come to a place in your personal growth where you need help? Are you curious about your identity or need help making that identity a reality? If any of the above describes you, feel free to contact me. My name is Bryce. I am a counselor working in Michigan via Teletherapy. I am also a trans woman. I have spent the last decade learning everything I can to support people with compassion and skills to aid them on their personal journey.
As a therapist, I specialize in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, personal growth issues, spiritual experiences, sexual trauma, & issues faced by the LGBT+, Kink, & Poly communities.
Are you struggling with something in your life or the world as a whole? Do you need someone who can listen with a nonjudgmental & discerning ear? Have you come to a place in your personal growth where you need help? Are you curious about your identity or need help making that identity a reality? If any of the above describes you, feel free to contact me. My name is Bryce. I am a counselor working in Michigan via Teletherapy. I am also a trans woman. I have spent the last decade learning everything I can to support people with compassion and skills to aid them on their personal journey.
My knowledge and specialties include gender and sexuality, intuitive eating, sexual health, non-monogamy/polyamory, kink/BDSM, sexual and relationship violence, and attachment theory.
I have an eclectic and holistic approach in therapy. I utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a strengths-based perspective, mindfulness, and a trauma-informed approach. I am passionate about social justice and I bring a queer and intersectional feminist lens to all the work I do.
My knowledge and specialties include gender and sexuality, intuitive eating, sexual health, non-monogamy/polyamory, kink/BDSM, sexual and relationship violence, and attachment theory.
I have an eclectic and holistic approach in therapy. I utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a strengths-based perspective, mindfulness, and a trauma-informed approach. I am passionate about social justice and I bring a queer and intersectional feminist lens to all the work I do.
I am also passionate about guiding couples in exploring or navigating polyamory, kink, queer/trans identity, and intimacy issues.
Utilizing a holistic and eclectic treatment approach, I work with clients to adapt traditional modalities to better fit their needs. I often draw from approaches including ACT (Acceptance and Commitment therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavioral therapy), CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), mindfulness, somatic therapy, walk and talk therapy, and art therapy.
I am also passionate about guiding couples in exploring or navigating polyamory, kink, queer/trans identity, and intimacy issues.
Utilizing a holistic and eclectic treatment approach, I work with clients to adapt traditional modalities to better fit their needs. I often draw from approaches including ACT (Acceptance and Commitment therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavioral therapy), CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), mindfulness, somatic therapy, walk and talk therapy, and art therapy.
He is a Kink and Poly Aware Therapist.
Syre is committed to therapy, energy work and psychedelic medicine as a path toward liberation and healing intergenerational wounds. Syre completed training in MDMA assisted psychotherapy with the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) and has a certificate in Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy. Syre is a Psychedelic Assisted Therapist.
He is a Kink and Poly Aware Therapist.
Syre is committed to therapy, energy work and psychedelic medicine as a path toward liberation and healing intergenerational wounds. Syre completed training in MDMA assisted psychotherapy with the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) and has a certificate in Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy. Syre is a Psychedelic Assisted Therapist.
Arielle Saracinello
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I am trauma informed, sex positive, kink knowledgeable and neurodivergent affirming.
I strive to give my clients what they need - sometimes that is a gentle, affirming and nonjudgmental space to unpack & process past traumas; a sounding board to understand & fully feel emotions; an unbiased person to challenge & help work towards cultivating personal growth, and more. My clients are the experts on their lives, and I honor that each session.
I am trauma informed, sex positive, kink knowledgeable and neurodivergent affirming.
I strive to give my clients what they need - sometimes that is a gentle, affirming and nonjudgmental space to unpack & process past traumas; a sounding board to understand & fully feel emotions; an unbiased person to challenge & help work towards cultivating personal growth, and more. My clients are the experts on their lives, and I honor that each session.
I have had the honor of belonging too and working with a wide range of populations and ages, providing a depth of knowledge in adoption, LGBTQ issues/exploration, domestic violence, domestic abuse, anxiety, depression, sexual assault, PTSD, kink affirming care, and sex work.
As a queer, nonbinary, black, goofy, human in a bigger body, I know the impact a safe space can have. Especially in a time where being “different” corresponds with exclusion and erasure. This is where therapy can be effective in unraveling the chaos and provide a respite for you to catch your breath, find your voice, and feel affirmed to stand in your power. Though uncertainty and change can be challenging, and vulnerability feel scary in this circumstance; I am here to walk alongside you and provide a space to create intentional, effective, and long-lasting change
I have had the honor of belonging too and working with a wide range of populations and ages, providing a depth of knowledge in adoption, LGBTQ issues/exploration, domestic violence, domestic abuse, anxiety, depression, sexual assault, PTSD, kink affirming care, and sex work.
As a queer, nonbinary, black, goofy, human in a bigger body, I know the impact a safe space can have. Especially in a time where being “different” corresponds with exclusion and erasure. This is where therapy can be effective in unraveling the chaos and provide a respite for you to catch your breath, find your voice, and feel affirmed to stand in your power. Though uncertainty and change can be challenging, and vulnerability feel scary in this circumstance; I am here to walk alongside you and provide a space to create intentional, effective, and long-lasting change
I do my best work with folx who can relate to these communities/areas: LGBTQIA+, alternative sexualities, kink, BDSM, various relational structures/orientations (ENM, polyamory relationships, throuples, families, etc.), gender/sexual identity and expression, sex therapy, traumatic sex, sexual abuse, psychedelic preparation/integration, and end of life processing.
I view our work through a lens of identity, community, trauma-responsiveness, relationship, and sexual multiculturalism. This means I consider how our various social identities, mental health, and behaviors exist within multiple levels of self and are impacted by the communities we are a part of.
I do my best work with folx who can relate to these communities/areas: LGBTQIA+, alternative sexualities, kink, BDSM, various relational structures/orientations (ENM, polyamory relationships, throuples, families, etc.), gender/sexual identity and expression, sex therapy, traumatic sex, sexual abuse, psychedelic preparation/integration, and end of life processing.
I view our work through a lens of identity, community, trauma-responsiveness, relationship, and sexual multiculturalism. This means I consider how our various social identities, mental health, and behaviors exist within multiple levels of self and are impacted by the communities we are a part of.
I am proudly a LGBTQIA+, Kink, ENM/Polyamory-affirming and knowledgeable clinician who specializes in working with individuals of all gender/sexual identities, relational styles, ethnicities, abilities, races, cultural backgrounds, body sizes, brains and lifestyles.
I incorporate aspects of Mindfulness, Somatic Awareness, IFS/Parts work, ACT, Psychodynamic, Trauma-informed, DBT and Attachment Theory with a strong emphasis on humanistic, client-centered, feminist, queer, decolonized and multicultural theories to help clients cultivate a DEEP sense of awareness and understanding of themselves and the world around them.
I am proudly a LGBTQIA+, Kink, ENM/Polyamory-affirming and knowledgeable clinician who specializes in working with individuals of all gender/sexual identities, relational styles, ethnicities, abilities, races, cultural backgrounds, body sizes, brains and lifestyles.
I incorporate aspects of Mindfulness, Somatic Awareness, IFS/Parts work, ACT, Psychodynamic, Trauma-informed, DBT and Attachment Theory with a strong emphasis on humanistic, client-centered, feminist, queer, decolonized and multicultural theories to help clients cultivate a DEEP sense of awareness and understanding of themselves and the world around them.
I specialize in working with teen and adult survivors of sexual abuse and relational violence, HSPs, and members of polyamorous/ENM, kink/BDSM/fetish, LGBTQIA2S+, and sex work communities.
Offering virtual session in MI, and in-person, nature-based sessions in a public nature preserve for those in Yspilanti/Ann Arbor area. Central to my practice is authenticity; I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental, and shame-free environment that empowers you to explore your true self within a safe and trusting space. As a therapist, I guide my clients in defining what fulfillment means to them, finding their path to achieve it, and offering support throughout their journey. I am committed to helping you heal your pain and overcome what's blocking your access to happiness. You deserve to live a fulfilling and joyful life.
I specialize in working with teen and adult survivors of sexual abuse and relational violence, HSPs, and members of polyamorous/ENM, kink/BDSM/fetish, LGBTQIA2S+, and sex work communities.
Offering virtual session in MI, and in-person, nature-based sessions in a public nature preserve for those in Yspilanti/Ann Arbor area. Central to my practice is authenticity; I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental, and shame-free environment that empowers you to explore your true self within a safe and trusting space. As a therapist, I guide my clients in defining what fulfillment means to them, finding their path to achieve it, and offering support throughout their journey. I am committed to helping you heal your pain and overcome what's blocking your access to happiness. You deserve to live a fulfilling and joyful life.
Suppression 2 Expression Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ASDCS
5 Endorsed
Online Only
We also prioritize hiring those who are kink and poly aware/friendly.
We are Accepting New Clients! We believe that you are the master of your own life and that therapy is a joint process that we can navigate together. We are here to help you develop the tools and understanding needed to create the life you want and meet your goals. Our mission is to provide more accessible services to underserved clients. Our counselors can help with a variety of different concerns, such as struggles related to anxiety, ADHD, autism, depression, self esteem, OCD, relationship issues, chronic illness, sexual orientation and/or gender identity exploration, and more. We are best reached by email.
We also prioritize hiring those who are kink and poly aware/friendly.
We are Accepting New Clients! We believe that you are the master of your own life and that therapy is a joint process that we can navigate together. We are here to help you develop the tools and understanding needed to create the life you want and meet your goals. Our mission is to provide more accessible services to underserved clients. Our counselors can help with a variety of different concerns, such as struggles related to anxiety, ADHD, autism, depression, self esteem, OCD, relationship issues, chronic illness, sexual orientation and/or gender identity exploration, and more. We are best reached by email.
My passions within therapy revolve around gender identity, kink, sex, polyamory, personal exploration, healing, and growth.
My career journey has allowed me to explore neurodivergent centered practices to tailor therapy to the client. My time in undergrad has helped me become well-versed in the ways of setting boundaries, kink exploration, communication, and identity navigation. As well as learning the importance of intersectionality and cultural competency within therapy.
My passions within therapy revolve around gender identity, kink, sex, polyamory, personal exploration, healing, and growth.
My career journey has allowed me to explore neurodivergent centered practices to tailor therapy to the client. My time in undergrad has helped me become well-versed in the ways of setting boundaries, kink exploration, communication, and identity navigation. As well as learning the importance of intersectionality and cultural competency within therapy.
I have experience providing therapeutic services for LGBTQIA+ youth and adults, PLWHA, survivors of sexual assault and intimate partner violence, kink/BDSM practitioners, people in polyamorous, non-monogamous, & RA dynamics, and sex workers.
Reaching out and seeking support for yourself can be extremely vulnerable and taxing, especially when you've already been trying to manage overwhelming emotions and the issues of every day life. Even if we do not end up working together, I am glad that you are out here exploring what kind of help is available to you. Shopping for therapists can be tricky. Wherever you are in your journey, my goal is to meet you there and help you discover safe and inviting possibilities towards your goals. I work well with queer and trans clients who are coming in with relational, developmental, and/or sexual traumas/injuries.
I have experience providing therapeutic services for LGBTQIA+ youth and adults, PLWHA, survivors of sexual assault and intimate partner violence, kink/BDSM practitioners, people in polyamorous, non-monogamous, & RA dynamics, and sex workers.
Reaching out and seeking support for yourself can be extremely vulnerable and taxing, especially when you've already been trying to manage overwhelming emotions and the issues of every day life. Even if we do not end up working together, I am glad that you are out here exploring what kind of help is available to you. Shopping for therapists can be tricky. Wherever you are in your journey, my goal is to meet you there and help you discover safe and inviting possibilities towards your goals. I work well with queer and trans clients who are coming in with relational, developmental, and/or sexual traumas/injuries.
I am Kink Knowledgeable and Poly-Aware/Poly-Affirming.
My approach is relational in nature and incorporates an eclectic range of interventions including CBT, ACT, motivational interviewing, mindfulness training and narrative therapy. I believe that the therapeutic process is a journey where client and practitioner work together collaboratively to achieve the client’s goals through a strengths-based and client empowerment approach. I recognize that each client’s strengths, needs and goals are unique and I tailor my therapeutic approach accordingly to best support each client.
I am Kink Knowledgeable and Poly-Aware/Poly-Affirming.
My approach is relational in nature and incorporates an eclectic range of interventions including CBT, ACT, motivational interviewing, mindfulness training and narrative therapy. I believe that the therapeutic process is a journey where client and practitioner work together collaboratively to achieve the client’s goals through a strengths-based and client empowerment approach. I recognize that each client’s strengths, needs and goals are unique and I tailor my therapeutic approach accordingly to best support each client.
My goal as a therapist is to support clients in connecting to themselves, building resilience, and enhancing their overall well-being using a strengths-based approach. My clients are looking for care regarding sexual health, LGBTQ+ health, women's health, relationship and intimacy concerns, and attachment concerns. I best serve transitional-aged youth and adults. I'm also involved in cat rescue and can't wait to see your furry friends in the background.
My goal as a therapist is to support clients in connecting to themselves, building resilience, and enhancing their overall well-being using a strengths-based approach. My clients are looking for care regarding sexual health, LGBTQ+ health, women's health, relationship and intimacy concerns, and attachment concerns. I best serve transitional-aged youth and adults. I'm also involved in cat rescue and can't wait to see your furry friends in the background.
Taking that first brave step toward healing can feel intimidating at first. In order to be successful on your journey to better mental health, you need to feel safe and supported. It is my privilege to provide that to the individuals I serve as a mental health therapist. I strive to ensure my clients feel heard, understood, and learn healthy coping skills needed to navigate past trauma, relationships, anxiety, depression, or daily stressors.
Taking that first brave step toward healing can feel intimidating at first. In order to be successful on your journey to better mental health, you need to feel safe and supported. It is my privilege to provide that to the individuals I serve as a mental health therapist. I strive to ensure my clients feel heard, understood, and learn healthy coping skills needed to navigate past trauma, relationships, anxiety, depression, or daily stressors.
Quilted Rose was created out of a deep ancestral drive to work in partnership with Black and Indigenous people as we navigate everyday challenges (grief and loss, anxiety, political burnout), collective trauma and targeted marginalization.
I respect the individual as part of the collective community. I believe that healing or ‘mental health treatment’ cannot occur alone. Black and Indigenous people heal in community. Working with me may include activities to help you understand where emotions are stored in your body and how to release or expand those emotions...
Quilted Rose was created out of a deep ancestral drive to work in partnership with Black and Indigenous people as we navigate everyday challenges (grief and loss, anxiety, political burnout), collective trauma and targeted marginalization.
I respect the individual as part of the collective community. I believe that healing or ‘mental health treatment’ cannot occur alone. Black and Indigenous people heal in community. Working with me may include activities to help you understand where emotions are stored in your body and how to release or expand those emotions...
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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.