Open Relationships Non-Monogamy Therapists in Minneapolis, MN
We are stories we tell ourselves about ourselves. Most of my clients come to me because the story they are living isn't meeting their needs. Together we investigate their experiences and learn to tell different, better stories.
We are stories we tell ourselves about ourselves. Most of my clients come to me because the story they are living isn't meeting their needs. Together we investigate their experiences and learn to tell different, better stories.
Pam McGowan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, RN, BSN, BFA
Minneapolis, MN 55428
Waitlist for new clients
Your feelings, opinions, and perspectives matter; you can expect me to listen to and respect them. You might be looking to start on your journey of healing or self-discovery. Maybe you are looking for yourself or for you and your partner(s). To that point I am LGBTQIA+ friendly and am kink and poly informed and affirming. I recognize how good it feels when you can embrace your identity in a supportive environment. I believe in the power of a good fit for a person with their therapist and will show up for you authentically and empathetically. I believe that we are all constantly learning and have opportunities for growth.
Your feelings, opinions, and perspectives matter; you can expect me to listen to and respect them. You might be looking to start on your journey of healing or self-discovery. Maybe you are looking for yourself or for you and your partner(s). To that point I am LGBTQIA+ friendly and am kink and poly informed and affirming. I recognize how good it feels when you can embrace your identity in a supportive environment. I believe in the power of a good fit for a person with their therapist and will show up for you authentically and empathetically. I believe that we are all constantly learning and have opportunities for growth.
We all have painful patterns in our lives that we've struggled to figure out how to shift. I believe change occurs when we are able to have experiences of ourselves, others, and the world that counteract previous experiences that have rigidified in our bodies and minds. In my therapeutic work, I help to create those experiences during session by being a deep and empathetic listener and an active and challenging guide and facilitator.
We all have painful patterns in our lives that we've struggled to figure out how to shift. I believe change occurs when we are able to have experiences of ourselves, others, and the world that counteract previous experiences that have rigidified in our bodies and minds. In my therapeutic work, I help to create those experiences during session by being a deep and empathetic listener and an active and challenging guide and facilitator.
I am licensed to provide telehealth in both Minnesota and Ohio, and I offer in-person sessions in Mason, Ohio. I support individuals, couples, and families who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of what’s next—especially those navigating high-conflict dynamics, mixed-neurotype relationships, or the long-term impacts of family trauma.
I am licensed to provide telehealth in both Minnesota and Ohio, and I offer in-person sessions in Mason, Ohio. I support individuals, couples, and families who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of what’s next—especially those navigating high-conflict dynamics, mixed-neurotype relationships, or the long-term impacts of family trauma.
I work with LGBTQ+ and polyamorous folks. Our identities are a critical component of how we see ourselves and relate to others, and I aim to provide community-focused care.
Finding a sense of who you are is never an easy process, but I know many of us have experienced trauma, relationship challenges, and discrimination that make working towards self-actualization even more challenging.
The stories we tell about ourselves, inside and outside the context of our personal identities, have power over how we understand our experiences, relationships, and emotions. What might it be like to tell your story in a new way?
I work with LGBTQ+ and polyamorous folks. Our identities are a critical component of how we see ourselves and relate to others, and I aim to provide community-focused care.
Finding a sense of who you are is never an easy process, but I know many of us have experienced trauma, relationship challenges, and discrimination that make working towards self-actualization even more challenging.
The stories we tell about ourselves, inside and outside the context of our personal identities, have power over how we understand our experiences, relationships, and emotions. What might it be like to tell your story in a new way?
I welcome all family structures and partnerships, including couples, polyamory, LGBTQIA+, and interracial relationships.
My work as a Marriage and Family Therapy practitioner takes a holistic, Systems approach to relationships. I use a person-centered, trauma-informed lens to explore how connections shape experiences. In play therapy, I primarily use non-directive, experiential approaches to support children and families in navigating challenges and fostering growth together.
I welcome all family structures and partnerships, including couples, polyamory, LGBTQIA+, and interracial relationships.
My work as a Marriage and Family Therapy practitioner takes a holistic, Systems approach to relationships. I use a person-centered, trauma-informed lens to explore how connections shape experiences. In play therapy, I primarily use non-directive, experiential approaches to support children and families in navigating challenges and fostering growth together.
I strongly believe the days of stuffy therapy are in the past. I'm all about creating a laid-back space where you can just be yourself, process life, and work through whatever's on your mind without any judgment. I've been described as down-to-earth, relatable, quirky, and maybe even a little fun. Let's work together to make life a bit less overwhelming and a lot more manageable. Therapy with me is a space where we laugh, cry, smile, frown and - most importantly - grow.
I strongly believe the days of stuffy therapy are in the past. I'm all about creating a laid-back space where you can just be yourself, process life, and work through whatever's on your mind without any judgment. I've been described as down-to-earth, relatable, quirky, and maybe even a little fun. Let's work together to make life a bit less overwhelming and a lot more manageable. Therapy with me is a space where we laugh, cry, smile, frown and - most importantly - grow.
I support individuals, who are navigating the impact of past trauma, providing a safe, supportive space while utilizing EMDR in therapy. Exploration of identities is important in knowing who you are - whether related to gender, sexuality, relationship styles, or other aspects of self. Additionally, I support neurodivergent individuals in understanding their needs and discovering ways to engage with the world that feel authentic and sustainable. If you're struggling with anxious, depressive, or PTSD symptoms that are affecting your daily life, I'm here to help you find balance and build skills to cope.
I support individuals, who are navigating the impact of past trauma, providing a safe, supportive space while utilizing EMDR in therapy. Exploration of identities is important in knowing who you are - whether related to gender, sexuality, relationship styles, or other aspects of self. Additionally, I support neurodivergent individuals in understanding their needs and discovering ways to engage with the world that feel authentic and sustainable. If you're struggling with anxious, depressive, or PTSD symptoms that are affecting your daily life, I'm here to help you find balance and build skills to cope.
I believe therapy is a space to explore long-held beliefs, make meaning, process emotions, and re-author stories. I work with adults healing from their upbringing, grieving, in significant life transition, feeling existential anxiety, and those holding the weight of systemic injustices.
I am passionate about providing an affirming space for the clients I work with - such as LGBTQ+ individuals, those navigating neurodivergence, and people living alternative lifestyles. I enjoy working with creative folks; writers, musicians, dancers, artists, etc and welcome creative expression in our work together!
I believe therapy is a space to explore long-held beliefs, make meaning, process emotions, and re-author stories. I work with adults healing from their upbringing, grieving, in significant life transition, feeling existential anxiety, and those holding the weight of systemic injustices.
I am passionate about providing an affirming space for the clients I work with - such as LGBTQ+ individuals, those navigating neurodivergence, and people living alternative lifestyles. I enjoy working with creative folks; writers, musicians, dancers, artists, etc and welcome creative expression in our work together!
I have been working as a psychotherapist since 2016, and I like helping people better manage living out their own sense of a valued life in a world that often doesn't make that easy. Trauma, anxiety, depression, and our own pasts often get in the way, and I help to better approach the internal barriers that often build up around our past, as well as with finding ways to better manage the difficulties life is constantly throwing our way.
I have been working as a psychotherapist since 2016, and I like helping people better manage living out their own sense of a valued life in a world that often doesn't make that easy. Trauma, anxiety, depression, and our own pasts often get in the way, and I help to better approach the internal barriers that often build up around our past, as well as with finding ways to better manage the difficulties life is constantly throwing our way.
Traumatic experiences, relationship problems, and painful emotions can keep us from living the lives we want to live. I will help you develop techniques to break this vicious cycle and reconnect with what matters. I have specialized training in evidence-based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Mindfulness. My goal is to help you make changes that increase the quality of your life within an affirming environment with respect to sexuality, gender identity, religion, race, and all aspects of culture.
Traumatic experiences, relationship problems, and painful emotions can keep us from living the lives we want to live. I will help you develop techniques to break this vicious cycle and reconnect with what matters. I have specialized training in evidence-based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Mindfulness. My goal is to help you make changes that increase the quality of your life within an affirming environment with respect to sexuality, gender identity, religion, race, and all aspects of culture.
Need a mental health squad that actually gets it? We're your go-to crew for life's plot twists!
At The Healing Hideout, we're part coach, part listener, all human. Share anything from epic fails to deep secrets—zero judgment, maximum support.
Our vibe? Positive. Our approach? Whole-family friendly with a side of fun. We'll tackle stress together, crush problems like a team, and make change feel less scary.
Come for the therapy, stay for the genuine connection. Because mental health support doesn't have to be boring—it can be your ultimate power-up!
Ready to level up your life? Let's do this!
Need a mental health squad that actually gets it? We're your go-to crew for life's plot twists!
At The Healing Hideout, we're part coach, part listener, all human. Share anything from epic fails to deep secrets—zero judgment, maximum support.
Our vibe? Positive. Our approach? Whole-family friendly with a side of fun. We'll tackle stress together, crush problems like a team, and make change feel less scary.
Come for the therapy, stay for the genuine connection. Because mental health support doesn't have to be boring—it can be your ultimate power-up!
Ready to level up your life? Let's do this!
You can't stop the waves, but you can learn to surf. – Jon Kabat-Zinn Welcome to a transformative journey of self-discovery and holistic healing. I'm Nicole Hill, and I'm here to guide you on your path to personal growth. Taking the first step towards therapy is an act of courage, and I'm committed to supporting you every step of the way. With a deep passion for mindfulness and a person-centered approach, I'm dedicated to helping individuals of all ages navigate life's challenges. My practice is firmly rooted in the belief that overall well-being is intricately connected to the mind-body relationship.
You can't stop the waves, but you can learn to surf. – Jon Kabat-Zinn Welcome to a transformative journey of self-discovery and holistic healing. I'm Nicole Hill, and I'm here to guide you on your path to personal growth. Taking the first step towards therapy is an act of courage, and I'm committed to supporting you every step of the way. With a deep passion for mindfulness and a person-centered approach, I'm dedicated to helping individuals of all ages navigate life's challenges. My practice is firmly rooted in the belief that overall well-being is intricately connected to the mind-body relationship.
I believe that providing a collaborative, calm, non-judgmental, and empathic environment is key to encouraging healing and growth. My aim is to help guide clients through choices that move them toward living a more valued life. Having worked in the advertising & marketing fields for many years, I'm intimately familiar with the fast-paced and performance-demanding environment that many of us are faced with in modern society and strive to find ways to bring a sense of calm to everyday life.
I believe that providing a collaborative, calm, non-judgmental, and empathic environment is key to encouraging healing and growth. My aim is to help guide clients through choices that move them toward living a more valued life. Having worked in the advertising & marketing fields for many years, I'm intimately familiar with the fast-paced and performance-demanding environment that many of us are faced with in modern society and strive to find ways to bring a sense of calm to everyday life.
Research shows the relationship between the client(s) and therapist is the most important component in creating change and relief from distress. My hope is to create a safe space for you to explore yourself and your relationship(s) and for us to work together respectfully, openly, and honestly to achieve your goals. I am passionate about working with couples and have advanced training in Emotionally-Focused Couple Therapy (EFT). I enjoy working on marital/couple issues, LGBTQ+-related concerns, life transitions, existential issues, and gender identity. I also like working with mental health professionals and therapists!
Research shows the relationship between the client(s) and therapist is the most important component in creating change and relief from distress. My hope is to create a safe space for you to explore yourself and your relationship(s) and for us to work together respectfully, openly, and honestly to achieve your goals. I am passionate about working with couples and have advanced training in Emotionally-Focused Couple Therapy (EFT). I enjoy working on marital/couple issues, LGBTQ+-related concerns, life transitions, existential issues, and gender identity. I also like working with mental health professionals and therapists!
Are you and your partner feeling frustrated or stuck in the same patterns after trying to break out of them on your own? Maybe you're looking for a space as an individual where you can explore your values, identity, and lifestyle. Your relationships can feel more fulfilling and more equipped to greet the chaos of the world with a thoughtful approach to yourself and others. Together we will uncover a more adaptive way of being in a straightforward and casual space. You deserve to have a relationship that feels sound, no longer having to white-knuckle your way across an emotional tightrope.
Are you and your partner feeling frustrated or stuck in the same patterns after trying to break out of them on your own? Maybe you're looking for a space as an individual where you can explore your values, identity, and lifestyle. Your relationships can feel more fulfilling and more equipped to greet the chaos of the world with a thoughtful approach to yourself and others. Together we will uncover a more adaptive way of being in a straightforward and casual space. You deserve to have a relationship that feels sound, no longer having to white-knuckle your way across an emotional tightrope.
"To exist is to change, to change is to mature, to mature is to go on creating oneself endlessly". The therapeutic relationship is a partnership between two people who endeavor to co-create change. I have helped clients examine a wide range of issues (relational conflict, workplace difficulties, eating disorders, body image distress, addictions, trauma, spirituality, gender identity, aging, grief and loss, and sexual orientation). We will work together to alleviate your most pressing problems as well as develop a fuller understanding of the underlying issues that keep you stuck in emotional patterns that limit your capacity to enjoy the quality of life you desire.
"To exist is to change, to change is to mature, to mature is to go on creating oneself endlessly". The therapeutic relationship is a partnership between two people who endeavor to co-create change. I have helped clients examine a wide range of issues (relational conflict, workplace difficulties, eating disorders, body image distress, addictions, trauma, spirituality, gender identity, aging, grief and loss, and sexual orientation). We will work together to alleviate your most pressing problems as well as develop a fuller understanding of the underlying issues that keep you stuck in emotional patterns that limit your capacity to enjoy the quality of life you desire.
I see you. Quietly pretending everything is fine, not wanting to take up space. I hear you. All the mistaken beliefs like “I am not good enough, or I am unloveable.” I feel you. All the disappointments carefully tucked away in your heart or unsaid words clogged in your throat. Let’s lighten your heart, mind & body so you can live a life from your highest truth. I am gobsmacked by the power of love & joy. I help you call home all the parts of you that were broken off due to shame, embarrassment, regret, guilt, fear & trauma. Like a beautiful mosaic, let's integrate these parts into the whole masterpiece that is you.
I see you. Quietly pretending everything is fine, not wanting to take up space. I hear you. All the mistaken beliefs like “I am not good enough, or I am unloveable.” I feel you. All the disappointments carefully tucked away in your heart or unsaid words clogged in your throat. Let’s lighten your heart, mind & body so you can live a life from your highest truth. I am gobsmacked by the power of love & joy. I help you call home all the parts of you that were broken off due to shame, embarrassment, regret, guilt, fear & trauma. Like a beautiful mosaic, let's integrate these parts into the whole masterpiece that is you.
You’re wondering how you'll ever make it as an adult and if you'll ever really feel like one. You feel like a failure or you are terrified of it because you are scared, sad, unmotivated, unfocused, and isolated. A part of you wants to figure things out and a part of you wants to escape everything. You're questioning, will I ever: find lasting love or friendship, achieve enough in school, land a job that makes me happy, start a family, become a good enough parent, and somehow balance it all? I help Millennials and Gen Zs to overcome self-doubt, uncertainty, and barriers that life throws in their way to building the life they want.
You’re wondering how you'll ever make it as an adult and if you'll ever really feel like one. You feel like a failure or you are terrified of it because you are scared, sad, unmotivated, unfocused, and isolated. A part of you wants to figure things out and a part of you wants to escape everything. You're questioning, will I ever: find lasting love or friendship, achieve enough in school, land a job that makes me happy, start a family, become a good enough parent, and somehow balance it all? I help Millennials and Gen Zs to overcome self-doubt, uncertainty, and barriers that life throws in their way to building the life they want.
Life is hard, and in this current climate, increasingly hard for people who have identities that are marginalized, ostracized, and victimized. The prejudice abets division and fear that wounds ourselves and our communities. The current negativity has created a storm, and I strive to be a lighthouse to beacon safety and create a haven for reconnection. As a transnonbinary and queer identified clinician, I am impassioned to be of service to LGBTQIA2S+ individuals. Community is healing, and together we are stronger. If you are looking for support, please schedule with me. I look forward to the opportunity to work together.
Life is hard, and in this current climate, increasingly hard for people who have identities that are marginalized, ostracized, and victimized. The prejudice abets division and fear that wounds ourselves and our communities. The current negativity has created a storm, and I strive to be a lighthouse to beacon safety and create a haven for reconnection. As a transnonbinary and queer identified clinician, I am impassioned to be of service to LGBTQIA2S+ individuals. Community is healing, and together we are stronger. If you are looking for support, please schedule with me. I look forward to the opportunity to work together.
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Open Relationships Non-Monogamy Therapists
Why might an individual want to see a therapist specializing in open relationships and consensual non-monogamy?
A client seeking help with an open or consensually non-monogamous relationship will prefer to talk with a professional whom they can count on to be nonjudgmental. Talking with a supportive therapist may on its own help relieve some of the stigma and challenges partners face. That said, the most important factor in the success of any type of therapy is the ability of the client and practitioner to form a strong, trusting bond. For this reason, an individual or couple could find success with a therapist who does not specialize in non-monogamous relationships but with whom they can build trust.
When should open or consensually non-monogamous partners seek counseling?
Like other couples, polyamorous partners typically seek counseling when they face relationship challenges they can’t solve themselves. In non-monogamous relationships, this could include breaches of trust, including infidelity; unclear rules or violations of boundaries; jealousy of outside partners; the stress of juggling the needs of multiple partners; or the effect of high partner turnover on children. Like those of other couples, polyamorous bonds can be threatened by increasingly frequent arguments, poor or dysfunctional communication, diminished emotional or physical intimacy, or the feeling that something is wrong, even if they don’t know what it is.
Do therapists have special training to gain expertise in open relationships and consensual non-monogamy?
No, but individuals seeking help with non-monogamous relationships would most likely consult a licensed professional with specific training in couples counseling or couples therapy. Couples counseling and couples therapy both involve teaching concrete strategies to navigate conflict in relationships. A good therapist can engage both partners as they explain these approaches but can also work with a single partner.
How long does therapy for consensually non-monogamous couples typically last?
Couples therapy for any type of couple, tends to be relatively time-limited, lasting around 12 weeks on average. A good therapist will tailor sessions to the individual partners’ emotions and sometimes their past, along with patterns found to be repeating in the relationship. In many cases, clients should expect their therapist to assign “homework” between weekly sessions.