Open Relationships Non-Monogamy Therapists in Albuquerque, NM
I’m comfortable discussing sexuality, gender, and polyamory, and I’m LGBTQ+ friendly.
Welcome! I imagine you’re facing some challenges. Maybe you're struggling with relationship issues or dating. Maybe you're having upsetting memories of traumatic experiences you've been through. Or, maybe you’re feeling anxious or insecure. Everyone struggles sometimes, and sometimes we all need help. We need someone who will listen, understand, and accept us. Someone who cares, who can help us heal. Someone who can help us make sense of what’s happening so we can see things more clearly. I’m passionate about being there for my clients in these ways, and I’m glad you’re here. I work with both individuals and couples.
I’m comfortable discussing sexuality, gender, and polyamory, and I’m LGBTQ+ friendly.
Welcome! I imagine you’re facing some challenges. Maybe you're struggling with relationship issues or dating. Maybe you're having upsetting memories of traumatic experiences you've been through. Or, maybe you’re feeling anxious or insecure. Everyone struggles sometimes, and sometimes we all need help. We need someone who will listen, understand, and accept us. Someone who cares, who can help us heal. Someone who can help us make sense of what’s happening so we can see things more clearly. I’m passionate about being there for my clients in these ways, and I’m glad you’re here. I work with both individuals and couples.
Meraki Wellbeing, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87121 (Online Only)
I work with persons of all relationship orientations including traditional, consensual nonmonogamy, polyamory, kink-friendly and affirming.
Just by showing up and reading this, You are brave! Looking for help isn't always easy, but if the following resonates with you, I believe I can help! Do you find yourself feeling stuck in negative repetitive patterns? Overwhelmed and uncertain? Experiencing anxiety and/or depression and wanting more out of life but not sure how to get there? I know lie can feel like an uphill battle at times, but you don't have to figure it out alone. I can support you through the challenging and confusing parts of your journey and share in the celebration of your successes in personal growth along the way.
I work with persons of all relationship orientations including traditional, consensual nonmonogamy, polyamory, kink-friendly and affirming.
Just by showing up and reading this, You are brave! Looking for help isn't always easy, but if the following resonates with you, I believe I can help! Do you find yourself feeling stuck in negative repetitive patterns? Overwhelmed and uncertain? Experiencing anxiety and/or depression and wanting more out of life but not sure how to get there? I know lie can feel like an uphill battle at times, but you don't have to figure it out alone. I can support you through the challenging and confusing parts of your journey and share in the celebration of your successes in personal growth along the way.
Michele M Donovan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87109 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I work with persons of all gender and gender non-conforming identities as well as all relationship orientations including consensual non-monogamy, polyamory, kink- friendly and traditional couples and marriage.
Just by showing up and reading this, you are brave! Looking for help isn’t always easy, but if any of the following resonates with you, I believe I can help! Do you find yourself feeling stuck in negative repetitive patterns? Overwhelmed and confused? Experiencing anxiety and/or depression and wanting more out of life but not sure how to get there. I know life can feel like an uphill battle at times, but you don’t have to figure it out alone. I can support you through the challenging and confusing parts of your journey and share in the celebration of your successes in personal growth along the way.
I work with persons of all gender and gender non-conforming identities as well as all relationship orientations including consensual non-monogamy, polyamory, kink- friendly and traditional couples and marriage.
Just by showing up and reading this, you are brave! Looking for help isn’t always easy, but if any of the following resonates with you, I believe I can help! Do you find yourself feeling stuck in negative repetitive patterns? Overwhelmed and confused? Experiencing anxiety and/or depression and wanting more out of life but not sure how to get there. I know life can feel like an uphill battle at times, but you don’t have to figure it out alone. I can support you through the challenging and confusing parts of your journey and share in the celebration of your successes in personal growth along the way.
Vincent “V” Espinoza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87109 (Online Only)
Vincent enjoys working with men across the lifespan who are seeking guidance and mental health support, the LGBTQ+ community, and individuals exploring relationship diversity ( polyamory, ethical nonmonogamy) and special sexual interests (BDSM, fetish, and kink).
Vincent is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed Substance Abuse Associate (LSAA) Counselor with a passion for delivering sexual health and trauma-informed therapy through a systems-oriented lens. Vincent strongly believes in incorporating all aspects of an individual’s identity in the journey toward healing and self-love.
Vincent enjoys working with men across the lifespan who are seeking guidance and mental health support, the LGBTQ+ community, and individuals exploring relationship diversity ( polyamory, ethical nonmonogamy) and special sexual interests (BDSM, fetish, and kink).
Vincent is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed Substance Abuse Associate (LSAA) Counselor with a passion for delivering sexual health and trauma-informed therapy through a systems-oriented lens. Vincent strongly believes in incorporating all aspects of an individual’s identity in the journey toward healing and self-love.
CK Olivieri Blackmore
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87108 (Online Only)
CK has worked with a vast array of human experiences over the past 15 years - from polyamory and existential crises to severe psychosis and sexual trauma.
CK Olivieri Blackmore is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who approaches life with warmth, compassion, and creativity. CK specializes in relationship dynamics, post-traumatic stress disorders, and developmental life transitions. She is particularly adept at issues pertaining to the queer community and their loved ones. CK utilizes eclectic modalities such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, EFT, Gottman, and IFS to navigate the nuanced needs of her diverse clientele and the associated sexual and gendered concerns that arise. Blending insight-oriented and behavioral change practices, CK works from a quirky and truly innovative lens.
CK has worked with a vast array of human experiences over the past 15 years - from polyamory and existential crises to severe psychosis and sexual trauma.
CK Olivieri Blackmore is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who approaches life with warmth, compassion, and creativity. CK specializes in relationship dynamics, post-traumatic stress disorders, and developmental life transitions. She is particularly adept at issues pertaining to the queer community and their loved ones. CK utilizes eclectic modalities such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, EFT, Gottman, and IFS to navigate the nuanced needs of her diverse clientele and the associated sexual and gendered concerns that arise. Blending insight-oriented and behavioral change practices, CK works from a quirky and truly innovative lens.
Jennifer Monninger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CST
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87111
My primary focus is working on spiritual sexual shame, discrepancies in sexual desire among couples, sexual trauma, sexual pain, reclaiming sexuality after medical issues, out of control sexual behavior, polyamory, BDSM, and pregnancy related or postpartum mood and sexuality concerns.
I am a certified sex therapist with a focus on sexuality, intimacy, and relationships. I offer individual and couples counseling focused on sexual addiction, infidelity, polyamory, kink/BDSM, desire differences, sexual pain and other health concerns impacting sexuality, and generally helping individuals improve their understanding of their sexuality. I use a sex positive approach that works to reduce shame and improve communication around sex. I would love to hear your story and see what I can do to support you. I see clients in person in Phoenix, and through telehealth in NM.
My primary focus is working on spiritual sexual shame, discrepancies in sexual desire among couples, sexual trauma, sexual pain, reclaiming sexuality after medical issues, out of control sexual behavior, polyamory, BDSM, and pregnancy related or postpartum mood and sexuality concerns.
I am a certified sex therapist with a focus on sexuality, intimacy, and relationships. I offer individual and couples counseling focused on sexual addiction, infidelity, polyamory, kink/BDSM, desire differences, sexual pain and other health concerns impacting sexuality, and generally helping individuals improve their understanding of their sexuality. I use a sex positive approach that works to reduce shame and improve communication around sex. I would love to hear your story and see what I can do to support you. I see clients in person in Phoenix, and through telehealth in NM.
Are you struggling to find self-confidence? Feeling lost or indecisive? Having trouble with communicating your wants and needs or having relationship issues? If so, please continue reading. The good news is that you’re just one phone call or email away from taking a step closer towards having more: insight and clarity, confidence and self-esteem, efficiency and sustainable change.
Are you struggling to find self-confidence? Feeling lost or indecisive? Having trouble with communicating your wants and needs or having relationship issues? If so, please continue reading. The good news is that you’re just one phone call or email away from taking a step closer towards having more: insight and clarity, confidence and self-esteem, efficiency and sustainable change.
Fall 2024, a few new client openings. Are you interested in (re)connecting with yourself? Together we can gain perspective on your life and identify your motivations and inner strengths. On this evolving journey towards self-awareness and wellbeing, you have my commitment to a nonjudgmental space. We'll take time to help align your goals with your values. As a counselor with lived experience in and out of the therapeutic world, I offer an eclectic and flexible approach. My intention is to offer therapy that is empowering, inclusive and laidback while we navigate life and cultivate hope.
Fall 2024, a few new client openings. Are you interested in (re)connecting with yourself? Together we can gain perspective on your life and identify your motivations and inner strengths. On this evolving journey towards self-awareness and wellbeing, you have my commitment to a nonjudgmental space. We'll take time to help align your goals with your values. As a counselor with lived experience in and out of the therapeutic world, I offer an eclectic and flexible approach. My intention is to offer therapy that is empowering, inclusive and laidback while we navigate life and cultivate hope.
Relationships can become overwhelming and confusing. It can be helpful to work with someone on difficult and vulnerable issues you and your relationship(s) are experiencing. I support relationships that are experiencing hardship. I help relationships heal, grow and develop the skills, motivation, and capacity to overcome relationship challenges. I help relationships in regards to intimacy, sexuality, as well as other goals you have. I also work with individuals who are having sexual difficulties in general. Talking about sexual concerns can be hard. I provide a safe space to have supportive and safe conversations about sex.
Relationships can become overwhelming and confusing. It can be helpful to work with someone on difficult and vulnerable issues you and your relationship(s) are experiencing. I support relationships that are experiencing hardship. I help relationships heal, grow and develop the skills, motivation, and capacity to overcome relationship challenges. I help relationships in regards to intimacy, sexuality, as well as other goals you have. I also work with individuals who are having sexual difficulties in general. Talking about sexual concerns can be hard. I provide a safe space to have supportive and safe conversations about sex.
We offer support for folks in the LGBTQ, poly, kink, and gender diverse communities. I follow the WPATH standards of care when writing letters of support for medical transition and can offer that letter after 1 gender assessment. Every clinician or student intern working with this practice is LGBTQ+ identifying or affirming so this is a safe space for you to explore whatever you wish. We also specialize in trauma therapy such as EMDR and NARM. Support groups for LGBTQ+ folks are open as well. Please reach out to us today for support!
We offer support for folks in the LGBTQ, poly, kink, and gender diverse communities. I follow the WPATH standards of care when writing letters of support for medical transition and can offer that letter after 1 gender assessment. Every clinician or student intern working with this practice is LGBTQ+ identifying or affirming so this is a safe space for you to explore whatever you wish. We also specialize in trauma therapy such as EMDR and NARM. Support groups for LGBTQ+ folks are open as well. Please reach out to us today for support!
Kelli Hayden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87109 (Online Only)
I have worked with a variety of populations to include adults, children, couples, families, military, and LGBTQ+, all with various presenting problems and diagnoses. I’ve provided treatment for many with extended trauma both in childhood and adulthood, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, marital and relationship challenges, adjustment disorders, military lifestyle adjustment, and psychosis.
I have worked with a variety of populations to include adults, children, couples, families, military, and LGBTQ+, all with various presenting problems and diagnoses. I’ve provided treatment for many with extended trauma both in childhood and adulthood, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, marital and relationship challenges, adjustment disorders, military lifestyle adjustment, and psychosis.
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Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87106
As a Clinical Social Worker with 30 years experience, my treatment philosophy is based in partnering with my clients in identifying and addressing their needs in ways that are relevant to them. I encourage a dialogue in which I meet the client wherever they might be emotionally and spiritually and then together, we explore the issues that led them to therapy in the first place. My job is to create a space in which my client feels safe to say things they may be afraid to say to others and to feel emotions that seem overwhelming elsewhere.
As a Clinical Social Worker with 30 years experience, my treatment philosophy is based in partnering with my clients in identifying and addressing their needs in ways that are relevant to them. I encourage a dialogue in which I meet the client wherever they might be emotionally and spiritually and then together, we explore the issues that led them to therapy in the first place. My job is to create a space in which my client feels safe to say things they may be afraid to say to others and to feel emotions that seem overwhelming elsewhere.
Are you struggling with intimacy, betrayal, sex or porn? I use a compassionate strength based approach to help you be your best self, live a fulfilling life and realize your full potential. I specialize in empowerment, healing trauma, anxiety, sexual addictions and affairs. I'm a former personal trainer, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and EMDR certified. I work with those who are new to therapy and those with high self awareness seeking ongoing growth. I'm passionate about empowering you in everyway. Together we'll improve your relationships, self-worth and help you regain wholeness using a body, mind, and Spirit approach.
Are you struggling with intimacy, betrayal, sex or porn? I use a compassionate strength based approach to help you be your best self, live a fulfilling life and realize your full potential. I specialize in empowerment, healing trauma, anxiety, sexual addictions and affairs. I'm a former personal trainer, Certified Sex Addiction Therapist and EMDR certified. I work with those who are new to therapy and those with high self awareness seeking ongoing growth. I'm passionate about empowering you in everyway. Together we'll improve your relationships, self-worth and help you regain wholeness using a body, mind, and Spirit approach.
Jessica Salgado
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87108
Waitlist for new clients
Interested and committed to understanding yourself on a deep level? Eager to feel more comfortable, at ease, and confident in your relationships? Early life experiences may have disrupted our sense of self, our ability to regulate our emotions, and our ability to have successful relationships. Engaging in therapy can be a supportive, validating, and empowering experience where we can learn about our emotions, identify patterns that are decreasing the quality of our life, and learn to do something different to live the life we desire.
Interested and committed to understanding yourself on a deep level? Eager to feel more comfortable, at ease, and confident in your relationships? Early life experiences may have disrupted our sense of self, our ability to regulate our emotions, and our ability to have successful relationships. Engaging in therapy can be a supportive, validating, and empowering experience where we can learn about our emotions, identify patterns that are decreasing the quality of our life, and learn to do something different to live the life we desire.
I feel the basis of good therapy is the relationship between the therapist and their client/clients. I seek first to create a trusting safe space for my clients through being present and actively listening. I am eclectic in my counseling and use my intuition and the client’s preferences in choosing a modality. I truly enjoy the art of therapy, and have decided to do what I really love: helping people on their life journey in a creative fun way. I take my client’s emotional life very seriously, but try to approach them with light, creativity, humor, all while teaching real skill building.
I feel the basis of good therapy is the relationship between the therapist and their client/clients. I seek first to create a trusting safe space for my clients through being present and actively listening. I am eclectic in my counseling and use my intuition and the client’s preferences in choosing a modality. I truly enjoy the art of therapy, and have decided to do what I really love: helping people on their life journey in a creative fun way. I take my client’s emotional life very seriously, but try to approach them with light, creativity, humor, all while teaching real skill building.
Lance Adams
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Albuquerque, NM 87123 (Online Only)
Do you find yourself struggling to live comfortably, happily, in the life you lead? Almost half of US Citizens experience Clinical anxiety and/or depression in their lifetimes. And all of us experience sadness, frustration, fear and worry. Would it surprise you to learn that the story we tell about our lives goes a long way towards defining the experiences we have? It’s not simply WHAT happens to us, but, more importantly, what we make of what happens to us, that guides our experience of an event or interaction. We are telling the wrong stories about our lives! We need to learn how to challenge what we know and learn a new way.
Do you find yourself struggling to live comfortably, happily, in the life you lead? Almost half of US Citizens experience Clinical anxiety and/or depression in their lifetimes. And all of us experience sadness, frustration, fear and worry. Would it surprise you to learn that the story we tell about our lives goes a long way towards defining the experiences we have? It’s not simply WHAT happens to us, but, more importantly, what we make of what happens to us, that guides our experience of an event or interaction. We are telling the wrong stories about our lives! We need to learn how to challenge what we know and learn a new way.
The choice of whom to see in therapy and the goals for treatment must be personal and individualized in order for the treatment to be a success. I believe that I am well suited to working with all ages, and with various types of interaction and relationship issues; problems that may be found in these areas stem from a vast number of issues, ranging from trauma to anger. I look forward to searching with you for the best solutions to your stressors and life struggles.
The choice of whom to see in therapy and the goals for treatment must be personal and individualized in order for the treatment to be a success. I believe that I am well suited to working with all ages, and with various types of interaction and relationship issues; problems that may be found in these areas stem from a vast number of issues, ranging from trauma to anger. I look forward to searching with you for the best solutions to your stressors and life struggles.
Christin Barden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87114
I have been a licensed social worker since July 2017, but I have been helping New Mexico military families, Veterans, aging population and the homeless for over 12 years. As a military veteran, I understand the struggles with adapting to civilian life, and have experience working with substance abuse, trauma, depression, anxiety, chronic pain and coping with stress. I love working with tweens and teens and I have experience with couples and family therapy. I am LGTBQ+ affirming.
I have been a licensed social worker since July 2017, but I have been helping New Mexico military families, Veterans, aging population and the homeless for over 12 years. As a military veteran, I understand the struggles with adapting to civilian life, and have experience working with substance abuse, trauma, depression, anxiety, chronic pain and coping with stress. I love working with tweens and teens and I have experience with couples and family therapy. I am LGTBQ+ affirming.
Kelly Haynes
Counselor, MA, LPCC, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albuquerque, NM 87112 (Online Only)
Kelly believes that you deserve to LIVE every moment of the rest of your life feeling connected, present, and whole. True healing takes a willingness and readiness to take charge of your own life. In just a few months of targeted, intensive therapy, Kelly can help you find the power that is necessary to begin taking back what is yours. Kelly specializes in providing cutting edge, research-based therapeutic support and targeted, intensive treatment for mental health and cognitive concerns. You deserve to move on with your life quickly instead of spending years in therapy.
Kelly believes that you deserve to LIVE every moment of the rest of your life feeling connected, present, and whole. True healing takes a willingness and readiness to take charge of your own life. In just a few months of targeted, intensive therapy, Kelly can help you find the power that is necessary to begin taking back what is yours. Kelly specializes in providing cutting edge, research-based therapeutic support and targeted, intensive treatment for mental health and cognitive concerns. You deserve to move on with your life quickly instead of spending years in therapy.
I have years of experience working with substance use, addiction, eating disorders, and other mental health challenges. I also love working with people from communities that have traditionally been underserved by the mental health profession, such as people of color and members of the LGBTIA+ community, as well as young adults and adolescents, and people navigating major life transitions.
I have years of experience working with substance use, addiction, eating disorders, and other mental health challenges. I also love working with people from communities that have traditionally been underserved by the mental health profession, such as people of color and members of the LGBTIA+ community, as well as young adults and adolescents, and people navigating major life transitions.
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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.