Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Therapists in New York, NY
Something brought you here. Maybe a crisis, maybe just a quiet persistence. A pattern you keep noticing. A feeling surfacing without explanation. A sense that there is more to the story than the version you have been telling yourself, or the version you have been told. I am drawn to exactly these kinds of moments—about identity, sexuality, dreams, the thought that arrives from nowhere—not as problems to be solved but as invitations into the more elusive parts of us existing below the surface we present to the world.
Something brought you here. Maybe a crisis, maybe just a quiet persistence. A pattern you keep noticing. A feeling surfacing without explanation. A sense that there is more to the story than the version you have been telling yourself, or the version you have been told. I am drawn to exactly these kinds of moments—about identity, sexuality, dreams, the thought that arrives from nowhere—not as problems to be solved but as invitations into the more elusive parts of us existing below the surface we present to the world.
Sorting through the complexity of the human experience is a collaborative process, and I'm here to be a part of your team. My therapeutic approach is warm and inquisitive, and tailored to suit my individual client's needs and strengths. My practice draws from a belief in social constructivism: that our understanding of the world exists in social and cultural contexts, including our meaning making of diagnosis and mental illness.
We are hurt in relationship, and we heal in relationship. I am interested in creating a space for insight and experimentation, where your identity, experience, and autonomy are respected.
Sorting through the complexity of the human experience is a collaborative process, and I'm here to be a part of your team. My therapeutic approach is warm and inquisitive, and tailored to suit my individual client's needs and strengths. My practice draws from a belief in social constructivism: that our understanding of the world exists in social and cultural contexts, including our meaning making of diagnosis and mental illness.
We are hurt in relationship, and we heal in relationship. I am interested in creating a space for insight and experimentation, where your identity, experience, and autonomy are respected.
If you want to explore your emotional life, then I'm ready to meet you where you are. Instead of triaging emotions as they come, I specialize in creating an enduring relationship with your feelings that will help you weather the inevitable peaks and valleys of life. I believe that building a foundation of awareness and self-compassion are important tools to building a better present and future. My clients and I work together to build resilience, find greater acceptance for themselves and others, and turn toward challenges instead of away.
If you want to explore your emotional life, then I'm ready to meet you where you are. Instead of triaging emotions as they come, I specialize in creating an enduring relationship with your feelings that will help you weather the inevitable peaks and valleys of life. I believe that building a foundation of awareness and self-compassion are important tools to building a better present and future. My clients and I work together to build resilience, find greater acceptance for themselves and others, and turn toward challenges instead of away.
As a trained sex therapist, I enjoy working with queer, trans, kinky and poly folks who are exploring and expanding their sexual lives, whether that be in identity or practice. I also work with individuals to provide support for dyspareunia, vaginismus, anorgasmia, adenomyosis, endometriosis, erectile dysfunction, changes in libido, and desire discrepancy. Additionally, I specialize in OCD and use iCBT for those looking to manage triggers & compulsions.
As a trained sex therapist, I enjoy working with queer, trans, kinky and poly folks who are exploring and expanding their sexual lives, whether that be in identity or practice. I also work with individuals to provide support for dyspareunia, vaginismus, anorgasmia, adenomyosis, endometriosis, erectile dysfunction, changes in libido, and desire discrepancy. Additionally, I specialize in OCD and use iCBT for those looking to manage triggers & compulsions.
I focus my practice on the LGBTQIA / kink+ / sex+ communities who are curious to explore their identities, relationship structures, orientations, and more.
I offer a kind and direct presence to help individuals and couples work through potentially unhelpful or ineffective feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. I help clients experience more joy in their life and feel more capable. In session, I bring a combination of humor, authenticity, and radical relating to support you in making decisions more aligned with the kind of life you wish to lead. My ideal clients are ones open to self-exploration and discovery, interested in working on patterns of shame and codependency, and willing to work toward change.
I focus my practice on the LGBTQIA / kink+ / sex+ communities who are curious to explore their identities, relationship structures, orientations, and more.
I offer a kind and direct presence to help individuals and couples work through potentially unhelpful or ineffective feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. I help clients experience more joy in their life and feel more capable. In session, I bring a combination of humor, authenticity, and radical relating to support you in making decisions more aligned with the kind of life you wish to lead. My ideal clients are ones open to self-exploration and discovery, interested in working on patterns of shame and codependency, and willing to work toward change.
Our values affirm LGBTIQA+ communities including non-monogamy, sex work & kink.
Stop struggling & start loving. If you're struggling with sex, life & relationships, you've come to the right place. People see me for many reasons including low or no sex drive, problems with orgasm, sex & menopause, struggles with dating and confidence, maintaining relationships (monogamous /non-monogamous & friendships) managing loneliness, building sexual & emotional confidence, maintaining attraction, exploring kinks and desires, opening-up relationships, exploring queerness and more. I offer relationship counseling, help with communication and connection and keeping the spark alive.
Our values affirm LGBTIQA+ communities including non-monogamy, sex work & kink.
Stop struggling & start loving. If you're struggling with sex, life & relationships, you've come to the right place. People see me for many reasons including low or no sex drive, problems with orgasm, sex & menopause, struggles with dating and confidence, maintaining relationships (monogamous /non-monogamous & friendships) managing loneliness, building sexual & emotional confidence, maintaining attraction, exploring kinks and desires, opening-up relationships, exploring queerness and more. I offer relationship counseling, help with communication and connection and keeping the spark alive.
My areas of focus include trauma, relationships, life transitions, grief/loss, polyamory/non-monogamy, kink/BDSM, and other alternative lifestyles.
I believe in community care, liberation, growth, joy, resilience, healing, and justice. The trauma we experience can make us feel so disconnected while craving connection. I invite and support you in deepening connections to yourself, your communities, and the world around you. Through understanding our intersectional identities, we can start to process and unpack the ways we struggle to show up for ourselves and each other. Healing is a process that takes time, authenticity, and gentle care...
My areas of focus include trauma, relationships, life transitions, grief/loss, polyamory/non-monogamy, kink/BDSM, and other alternative lifestyles.
I believe in community care, liberation, growth, joy, resilience, healing, and justice. The trauma we experience can make us feel so disconnected while craving connection. I invite and support you in deepening connections to yourself, your communities, and the world around you. Through understanding our intersectional identities, we can start to process and unpack the ways we struggle to show up for ourselves and each other. Healing is a process that takes time, authenticity, and gentle care...
I specialize in working with individuals and couples dealing with relationship concerns, major life transitions, mood disorders, anxiety, and challenges related to sexuality and gender identity. With extensive experience supporting members of the LGBTQ+ community and individuals across diverse life stages, I provide a safe, empathetic space for self-discovery and growth. My practice focuses on building emotional regulation, enhancing communication, and fostering resilience.
I specialize in working with individuals and couples dealing with relationship concerns, major life transitions, mood disorders, anxiety, and challenges related to sexuality and gender identity. With extensive experience supporting members of the LGBTQ+ community and individuals across diverse life stages, I provide a safe, empathetic space for self-discovery and growth. My practice focuses on building emotional regulation, enhancing communication, and fostering resilience.
I am LGBTQIA+ affirming, trauma-informed, sex-positive, and kink/poly/CNM-aware.
I offer shame-free, sex-positive counseling to help you live with meaning, power, and purpose. I help adult individuals and couples untangle the “why” behind their patterns—so they can choose the “what now” with clarity and courage. As a cisgender gay man in my 50s, I bring lived experience and past professional expertise to my counseling work, blending the deep empathy of Mr. Rogers, the no-shame attitude of Dr. Ruth, the humor of Dan Savage, with the insight of Brené Brown.
As Mr. Rogers said, "I like you just the way you are." Come as you are, and let's get curious together. Tell me your story. I'd love to hear it.
I am LGBTQIA+ affirming, trauma-informed, sex-positive, and kink/poly/CNM-aware.
I offer shame-free, sex-positive counseling to help you live with meaning, power, and purpose. I help adult individuals and couples untangle the “why” behind their patterns—so they can choose the “what now” with clarity and courage. As a cisgender gay man in my 50s, I bring lived experience and past professional expertise to my counseling work, blending the deep empathy of Mr. Rogers, the no-shame attitude of Dr. Ruth, the humor of Dan Savage, with the insight of Brené Brown.
As Mr. Rogers said, "I like you just the way you are." Come as you are, and let's get curious together. Tell me your story. I'd love to hear it.
Hello! I am Poorva - a brown, queer, neurodivergent therapist based in Brooklyn, NY.
Are you a high-achieving individual, a healthcare worker, or a therapist yourself, navigating the complexities of your identity and mental health? Are you a person of color exploring your sexuality and gender identity, seeking a space that embraces all parts of you? I invite you to a therapeutic environment where we can work through your struggles and celebrate your strengths. My approach is trauma-informed, queer-affirmative, and culturally sensitive, providing a space to uncover and honor both your vulnerabilities and your resilience.
Hello! I am Poorva - a brown, queer, neurodivergent therapist based in Brooklyn, NY.
Are you a high-achieving individual, a healthcare worker, or a therapist yourself, navigating the complexities of your identity and mental health? Are you a person of color exploring your sexuality and gender identity, seeking a space that embraces all parts of you? I invite you to a therapeutic environment where we can work through your struggles and celebrate your strengths. My approach is trauma-informed, queer-affirmative, and culturally sensitive, providing a space to uncover and honor both your vulnerabilities and your resilience.
I specialize in the needs of the people whose identities, expression, practices, desires, or relationships don’t fit neatly into society’s prescribed gender and sexuality boxes: People navigating kink, fetish, gender nonconformity, LGBTQIA+ identity, polyamory, FLRs and CNM/ENM relationships.
I believe therapy begins with the person and what they are seeking from the therapeutic experience. Therapy can be transformational, but the key is what the changes are that you want in your life. We can explore that together and along the way nurture the self-compassion, self-acceptance, and satisfying relationships that let you thrive. My style is collaborative, warm, affirming, and non-pathologizing and my approach draws on relational, psychodynamic, strengths-based, narrative, and behavioral modalities.
I specialize in the needs of the people whose identities, expression, practices, desires, or relationships don’t fit neatly into society’s prescribed gender and sexuality boxes: People navigating kink, fetish, gender nonconformity, LGBTQIA+ identity, polyamory, FLRs and CNM/ENM relationships.
I believe therapy begins with the person and what they are seeking from the therapeutic experience. Therapy can be transformational, but the key is what the changes are that you want in your life. We can explore that together and along the way nurture the self-compassion, self-acceptance, and satisfying relationships that let you thrive. My style is collaborative, warm, affirming, and non-pathologizing and my approach draws on relational, psychodynamic, strengths-based, narrative, and behavioral modalities.
I believes the only way out is through. When someone keeps their thoughts, feelings and emotions bottled up, those emotions are still present in the body, desperately looking for a way out. If an individual does not face these emotions, they will start manifesting in other ways until it is properly addressed. My goal when working with clients is to provide a safe, comfortable and collaborative space where she helps empowers them to be their most authentic self and live a life that they are truly happy with!
I believes the only way out is through. When someone keeps their thoughts, feelings and emotions bottled up, those emotions are still present in the body, desperately looking for a way out. If an individual does not face these emotions, they will start manifesting in other ways until it is properly addressed. My goal when working with clients is to provide a safe, comfortable and collaborative space where she helps empowers them to be their most authentic self and live a life that they are truly happy with!
I specialize in working with clients, especially artists, performers and creatives, who are LGBTQIA+ and/or in non-traditional relationships, including polyamory, ENM, kink and BDSM.
I know that creative practice is not optional. Through an integration of more traditional frameworks, therapeutic art exercises, and reconnecting with your body and nature, we work to find new avenues to understand yourself and process your experiences, helping you heal past wounds and clarify your direction and ambition in your life and creative practices.
I specialize in working with clients, especially artists, performers and creatives, who are LGBTQIA+ and/or in non-traditional relationships, including polyamory, ENM, kink and BDSM.
I know that creative practice is not optional. Through an integration of more traditional frameworks, therapeutic art exercises, and reconnecting with your body and nature, we work to find new avenues to understand yourself and process your experiences, helping you heal past wounds and clarify your direction and ambition in your life and creative practices.
I am a trauma therapist who works with queer and trans communities; poly / ENM, kink / BDSM, neurodiverse and disabled communities; sex workers, and substance users.
I offer talk therapy, EMDR, DBT, IFS, grief counseling, somatic approaches, and harm reduction counseling, as well as treatment for anxiety, depression, OCD, and body dysmorphic disorder. I provide pro bono letters of support for gender affirming care, and for asylum, VAWA, and T-Visas.
I am a trauma therapist who works with queer and trans communities; poly / ENM, kink / BDSM, neurodiverse and disabled communities; sex workers, and substance users.
I offer talk therapy, EMDR, DBT, IFS, grief counseling, somatic approaches, and harm reduction counseling, as well as treatment for anxiety, depression, OCD, and body dysmorphic disorder. I provide pro bono letters of support for gender affirming care, and for asylum, VAWA, and T-Visas.
Life is complex and hectic! I help gay and queer men in New York—especially those in the fast-paced, high-pressure environment of NYC—who feel trapped in cycles of anxiety, stuck in unfulfilling relationships, or disconnected from their own sexual satisfaction. I understand how easy it is to feel like you’re supposed to have it all together in a city that never slows down, while privately carrying the weight of self-doubt, isolation, and unspoken fears. Many of my clients tell me they’re tired of repeating the same arguments with partners, feeling disconnected during intimacy, or second-guessing their worth in both love and life.
Life is complex and hectic! I help gay and queer men in New York—especially those in the fast-paced, high-pressure environment of NYC—who feel trapped in cycles of anxiety, stuck in unfulfilling relationships, or disconnected from their own sexual satisfaction. I understand how easy it is to feel like you’re supposed to have it all together in a city that never slows down, while privately carrying the weight of self-doubt, isolation, and unspoken fears. Many of my clients tell me they’re tired of repeating the same arguments with partners, feeling disconnected during intimacy, or second-guessing their worth in both love and life.
Are you feeling anxious, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you? I help my clients develop more intentional and compassionate ways of relating to themselves and others. We'll explore emotional distress within the broader context of family systems, culture, and structures of power and oppression, and work to establish a pathway toward greater safety, insight, and meaningful change. With advanced training from the Ackerman Institute, my approach is relational, strength-based, and trauma-informed. I'd be honored to support your journey toward greater clarity, emotional grounding, and more aligned ways of living.
Are you feeling anxious, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you? I help my clients develop more intentional and compassionate ways of relating to themselves and others. We'll explore emotional distress within the broader context of family systems, culture, and structures of power and oppression, and work to establish a pathway toward greater safety, insight, and meaningful change. With advanced training from the Ackerman Institute, my approach is relational, strength-based, and trauma-informed. I'd be honored to support your journey toward greater clarity, emotional grounding, and more aligned ways of living.
I work with both couples and individuals, offering a non-judgmental and kink-affirming environment to explore complex communication dynamics, sex-related issues, and relationship growth.
Hello and thanks for stopping by my page! I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor whose approach to therapy is built on empathy and partnership. I specialize in supporting individuals and caregivers dealing with the challenges of chronic and terminal illness, as well as those managing anxiety, depression, and burnout. As a gay male therapist, I’m committed to the LGBTQIA+ community and am particularly passionate about providing a safe, affirming space for individuals who face societal oppression. My experience working with diverse populations informs every session.
I work with both couples and individuals, offering a non-judgmental and kink-affirming environment to explore complex communication dynamics, sex-related issues, and relationship growth.
Hello and thanks for stopping by my page! I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor whose approach to therapy is built on empathy and partnership. I specialize in supporting individuals and caregivers dealing with the challenges of chronic and terminal illness, as well as those managing anxiety, depression, and burnout. As a gay male therapist, I’m committed to the LGBTQIA+ community and am particularly passionate about providing a safe, affirming space for individuals who face societal oppression. My experience working with diverse populations informs every session.
My ideal clients are looking to build more fulfilling relationships with themselves and the people in their lives—as this intersects with mental health journeys as BIPOC, queer and trans folks, polyamorous/CNM/ENM/RA folks, allies/accomplices, neurodiverse folks & people of all identities with feminist/social justice values. I help people dream and envision the lives they want—in their bodies, their sexuality, their healing, their relationships/friendships/families, their work, in their spheres of influence—and move towards them. I help people heal & grow from patterns that we formed out of survival or socialization.
My ideal clients are looking to build more fulfilling relationships with themselves and the people in their lives—as this intersects with mental health journeys as BIPOC, queer and trans folks, polyamorous/CNM/ENM/RA folks, allies/accomplices, neurodiverse folks & people of all identities with feminist/social justice values. I help people dream and envision the lives they want—in their bodies, their sexuality, their healing, their relationships/friendships/families, their work, in their spheres of influence—and move towards them. I help people heal & grow from patterns that we formed out of survival or socialization.
Are you a high-achieving person who also struggles with perfectionism, worry, and negative body image? Do you beat yourself up and never feel good enough? Do you feel exhausted from trying to 'do' everything but then feel like you have no time for yourself? I get it - We often carry so much and we worry about pleasing others at the expense of ourselves. Nothing is wrong with you. I am here to help you tend to your emotions, set boundaries, and live a more joy-filled life. You are worthy of feeling free, empowered, confident, and connected to yourself.
Are you a high-achieving person who also struggles with perfectionism, worry, and negative body image? Do you beat yourself up and never feel good enough? Do you feel exhausted from trying to 'do' everything but then feel like you have no time for yourself? I get it - We often carry so much and we worry about pleasing others at the expense of ourselves. Nothing is wrong with you. I am here to help you tend to your emotions, set boundaries, and live a more joy-filled life. You are worthy of feeling free, empowered, confident, and connected to yourself.
I’m a psychotherapist who provides trauma-informed, client-led care for adolescents and adults. My background is in supporting transplant recipients and I utilize my experience as a lifelong patient to meet my clients where they are at. I work with clients in New York & New Jersey.
I’m a psychotherapist who provides trauma-informed, client-led care for adolescents and adults. My background is in supporting transplant recipients and I utilize my experience as a lifelong patient to meet my clients where they are at. I work with clients in New York & New Jersey.
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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.