Open Relationships Non-Monogamy Therapists in Park Slope, Brooklyn, NY
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N. Carrie Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I also work with adults who practice ethnical non monogamy/
polyamory
.
I am a trauma informed, sex positive clinician with advanced training in CBT, DBT, play therapy, and maternal mental health. I work from a strengths based perspective to help my clients navigate the complexity of relationships and day to day stressors and work towards viable solutions. I find it helpful to collaborate with my clients to create individualized treatment plans and identify short and long term goals they wish to achieve in therapy.
Express Yourself Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CST
Verified
8 Endorsed
Verified
8 Endorsed
Areas of specialization: LGBTQI+ folks, partners/parents of LGBTQI+ folks, relationship issues, sexual anxiety, sexual difficulties,
polyamory
, BDSM/Kink, trauma, and immigration/asylum.
We believe people are doing the best they can; you are the expert in your life, not us. Patterns are learned and can be unlearned. You possess the inner wisdom you need. Our job is to help you make the changes you desire. Even dysfunctional behaviors are there for a reason and/or are a response to previous events. Our goals are to help you better understand your feelings and thoughts, find ways of coping and help you feel more like your authentic self. Your intersectional identities of race, religion, class, immigration status, gender, sexuality, and ability all influence who you are and who you are in your intimate relationships.
Linda Ann Pelosi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified
Verified
I practice from a LGBTQIA+, gender non-confirming, kink, and
polyamory
affirming perspective.
I offer a non-judgmental and affirming therapeutic experience for adults, adolescents, individuals, and couples. Whatever challenges you are facing, I will bring compassion and the spirit of collaboration to our work. Together, we can weave the tapestry of your life, at the pace that is right for you. Your priorities and goals will be the focus of our sessions.
QuIPP: The Queer Identities Psychology Partnership
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
At QuIPP we intend to create a "brave space" to explore gender, ethnicity, class, sexuality, kinks,
polyamory
, neuro-diversity and how we can, in light of our intersecting identities and personal histories, lead meaningful and connected lives.
At QuIPP, we are queer, non-binary, depth-oriented, feminist, and trauma-informed. Our therapeutic approaches include CBT, DBT, and psychodynamic and we seek to explore the deep impacts of others (familial, peer, and social) on the minds and spirits of our clients. Our clinical areas of expertise include: gender & sexuality, trauma, transition related support, and poly/kinky & sex positivity. Given that trauma and emotional pain often originate within relationships, we take a relational (and deeply compassionate) approach to therapy.
Alyssa Zakaryan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LSW
Verified
Verified
I am affirming and knowledgeable of LGBTQIA2S+, kink/BDSM,
polyamory
& ethical non-monogamy, immigrant experience, and alternative & nature-based spiritual traditions.
Initial session is always free of charge. As a holistically-oriented mind-body psychotherapist, I provide a warm and affirming therapy experience dedicated to your healing and happiness. We will work together to help you get unstuck by addressing internal & external obstacles. This is your time to go beyond survival to thriving with a life that you love. I work with adults on issues such as procrastination, anxiety, sadness, depression, life transitions, boundary-setting, OCD, trauma, PTSD, abuse, feeling stuck - as well as managing ongoing stress stemming from work, housing, relationships, & family.
Frank Modica
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
Verified
Our sessions will offer an atmosphere that is warm and empathic, whilst being
polyamory
-affirming, kink-affirming, and sex positive.
Sometimes we may find ourselves feeling stuck in our lives or alone in our struggles. Perhaps we feel isolated when we share these difficulties with others, only to feel invalidated in our experiences or identity. It's even more challenging and isolating when we don't have those connections to reach out to. Carrying feelings such as shame in who we are, or discomfort being in our own skin, is a weight on us impacting everyday lives and our relationships. Through reflection and self-compassion we will embrace self-acceptance in knowing you're valid in who you are, and you can live your best and most authentic self.
Rachel Harlich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
Tired of having to educate your therapist on issues of sexuality and gender? I've been there. I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ populations, including those of transgender and non-binary experience, expansive sexualities such as
polyamory
/non-monogamy, kink/BDSM, & sex work. I also specialize in working with complex trauma survivors and the many effects that can come from these early life experiences. I approach psychotherapy from a holistic & trauma-informed lens, using body-based (aka somatic), emotion-focused, mindfulness-informed approaches, with some practical tools as consented to. I'm neurodiversity-affirming as well.
Not accepting new clients
Hannah Propp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am currently not accepting new clients. If you are interested in
polyamory
or consensual non-monogamy support, please contact my colleague Lauren Silverman via Lauren (at) greenpointpsychotherapy.com for information on a support group. I am passionate about therapy being a space for support with life transition, anti-racism work, gender and sexuality exploration, and fat liberation. I enjoy working with people along the spectrums of gender and sexuality, and with neuro-diverse people, including those on the Autism Spectrum and with ADHD.
Ana Gonzalez
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I believe that one of the most important components of therapy lies in the relationship between client and therapist, and aim to establish an honest, safe, and empathetic relationship with each client. Developing this unique relationship allows the client and me to work collaboratively to help them further understand themselves so that they can lead a life more aligned with their values. I strive to give clients the space to explore different parts of themselves while also leaving room for thoughts and long standing beliefs to be dissected and challenged from a nonjudgmental stance.
Corinne Novella
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Knowing the path to reaching your full potential in life can often be confusing, especially if you are feeling overwhelmed or depleted. Support in your journey makes an enormous difference in the process of self-discovery and satisfaction. Contact me, and together we can enliven your quest for personal and/or professional growth, moving you toward increased self-awareness and confidence to make the changes you want in your life. Whether you want to feel better on a daily basis, improve your relationships or deepen your connection to yourself, the most important component in therapy is the therapeutic relationship.
Carolina Franco
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
6 Endorsed
Verified
6 Endorsed
Starting therapy is a leap of faith at a time when hope is scarce. It is an act of courage. I prioritize symptom relief and stabilization, but I believe that lasting change and growth stem from a deeper understanding of our histories, relationships, internal worlds, and motivations. I work best with people who are willing to take a risk and become curious about their own complexity. I believe social and political environments, genetic predispositions, and intergenerational histories all interact to manifest our challenges and gifts. Ideally, my clients would be open to uncovering the many unconscious forces at play in their lives.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
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Verified
8 Endorsed
For many people, psychotherapy can be a powerful instrument for growth. I create a safe, collaborative, trusting environment for you to explore and clarify how to make lasting, positive change in your life. It is my belief that therapy must be tailored to each person's unique needs, and I draw from a variety of methodologies and techniques to incorporate what is most helpful for each individual.
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Rachel Easterly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I work with individual adults and couples; I am happy to offer in person sessions in Park Slope as well as virtual sessions in New York State. I specialize in treating people-pleasing and codependent patterns in relationships. You may have needed people-pleasing at a time in your life, but find it is no longer working now. People struggling with codependency typically have a history of trauma, abuse, neglect or other painful experiences. Even if no longer in those situations, you may experience deep loneliness from hiding yourself, resentment, physical aches and pains, substance use or perfectionism.
Susie Greenebaum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSEd
Verified
Verified
Are you struggling with the current state of the world? Are you feeling frustrated with your work life? Are you finding that you end up in the same kind of relationships that just leave you feeling alone? Are you feeling overly stressed? Sometimes people come to therapy knowing what is wrong, and other times they come with just a feeling that something isn't right. Often, difficult thoughts, feelings, and past experiences prevent us from being comfortable with who we are, what we want, and the kinds of relationships that we want to have with others. I help you work through whatever is in your way.
Rachel Schiff
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MA, LP
Verified
Verified
When you feel limited by your own behaviors, it's easy to get stuck in a pattern of self-blame. It can be hard to look at yourself with compassion when you're frustrated. But the truth is that our deepest wishes are to heal, grow, and expand into a fuller sense of vitality, even when it doesn't look like it.
Julia Bartz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Some people come to therapy knowing exactly what they want to work on. Others have a more vague sense that something in their lives is wrong. Both motivations can be an incredible opportunity to learn more about oneself and figure out how to build a more authentic and fulfilling life. I work with clients who may experience anxiety, depression, or the effects of trauma. I also assist clients in identifying and breaking outside of societal norms to figure out their true personal and interpersonal needs. With couples, I use a variety of methods to help build stronger relationships.
Abbi Klein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
In a time where we are more aware of burnout than ever, it is necessary to find space for authenticity, play, and rest. My values as a therapist are based in the need to collaborate together for collective healing from the demands of our fast-paced world that prioritizes productivity over connection. Our goal together is to explore the interiors of the mind and body in order to shine a light on the ways we close off from ourselves and others, opening the path to live a more free and expansive life. In addition to traditional talk therapy, I work with somatic practices, including Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy.
Not accepting new clients
Diane Racz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am a seasoned clinician based in Brooklyn with a background in relational, attachment based psychotherapy. A psychodynamic approach will help us identify what's under the surface to tackle old habits, default behaviors, cognitive distortions that can cause symptoms like anxiety or depression. Trauma can be debilitating until you learn strategies to weaken its hold. Therapy is a partnership to strengthen your sense of self, create sustainable skills to cope with stressors, feel effective in meeting your own needs. I utilize a wide variety of therapeutic approaches, adapted specifically for you including CBT and EMDR.
Gabriel Most
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RN
Verified
Verified
These are challenging fast-moving times. The demands from family, career, social and romantic relationships can feel overwhelming and unmanageable. How do we find the time to excel in our professional lives and simultaneously make room for healthy loving connections with those that are important to us? How do we manage our anxiety, sadness, and grief in real-time when we are feeling angry, confused, isolated, and perhaps abusing alcohol, drugs to numb the overwhelming sense of fear, depression, or frustration we feel in our lives? How do we live our best lives and gravitate toward healthier connections and decision making?
Not accepting new clients
Julia Chan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I specialize in working with interracial couples, retirees, and people who are coping with an illness and/or disability. I believe that our identities such as gender, age, race, ethnicity, class, health status, sexual orientation, where we grew up, etc, influence how we experience the world and how others view and interact with us. The understanding of how the larger societal forces influence us is not only relevant but necessary in the therapeutic and healing process.
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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.