Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Therapists in New York, NY

I provide therapy to individuals, couples/intimate partners, and families of all kinds, with a focus on alternative sexualities and lifestyles. I am affirming of LGBTQ/queer identities, kink and D/S lifestyle relationships, sex work, and polyamory/consensual non-monogamy. As a feminist transman, my work is informed by intersectionality and motivated by personal experience with the communities I serve. ​

Madison aims to provide you with the space and support to grow into your most authentic self. Madison’s style is warm and expressive, leading with curiosity and humor while also holding you accountable to your goals. Her approach to therapy is highly collaborative, drawing from relational, psychodynamic, and anti-oppressive practices to help you navigate through whatever stands in the way of a more meaningful and fulfilling life.

Samantha is an action-oriented, experientially focused supportive psychotherapist. She has trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, Internal Family Systems, Non-Violent Communication and incorporates various mind-body practices into her clinical work. Samantha is also a health coach and chef, and has training in Nutritional Psychiatry (how food impacts mood). Her current focus is on parts work and embodiment practices, using what is happening in the moment as a way to understand patterns of dysregulation, build capacity and tolerance, and learn self-regulation skills.

Welcome! I help diverse LGBTQ+ adults (18-40) overcome trauma and shame, get rid of the pressure to perform, and discover their authentic self. I approach the therapeutic process with unconditional affirmation, respect, care, and compassion. I have 10+ years of experience working with LGBTQ+, gender creative/non-binary, kink /BDSM, poly/non-monogamy, sex workers, and fat individuals. I had the privilege of being a resource to individuals, couples, and families facing various challenges including depression, anxiety, body image, self-esteem, perfectionism, loneliness, relationship challenges, and family struggles.

I offer empathetic, non-judgmental, and humanistic therapy. I work with couples and families navigating relational conflict. I also work with individuals from across all age groups and cultures on accomplishing their goals, growing to their highest potential, and achieving their authentic self. As an experienced educator for over a decade, I am also interested in continuing to work with teenagers and their families.

Therapy is an opportunity to explore the self and develop coping skills in the areas that YOU want to improve and NOT because you need fixing. Together, we’ll foster acceptance of the self, others and the world around us. My goal is to help you have meaningful relationships- with others and especially yourself. Whether it’s dealing with daily stressors or major life changes, therapy can provide essential insight and coping skills to help you get through this time. I am invested in helping you effectively deal with whatever comes your way and ultimately thrive.

During this time of uncertainty and fear for so many, I offer my clients the opportunity to be truly heard and validated in a compassionate, affirming, sex-positive environment. Using tools from a range of modalities, individuals, couples, and polycules can make concrete progress toward managing anxiety, depression, and addressing sex and relationship issues. Clients of all identities and backgrounds are welcome in my practice, but I specialize in working with the queer and poly communities, as well as survivors of trauma and abuse.

The first session is always free of charge. I am on your side. I provide a safe and nurturing therapy relationship dedicated entirely to your healing and happiness. I work with people to transform issues around anxiety, sadness, unwanted patterns, change, feeling stuck, difficult emotions & moods, dissatisfaction, relationship issues, anger, boundaries, depression, grief, trauma, PTSD, illness, abuse, isolation, addiction, career, family, sexuality, and more. While I can't accept health insurance at this time, I am happy to supply you with documentation for out-of-network coverage/reimbursement.

Taking the steps to reach out and start therapy takes courage, which has the potential to transform your life. I believe therapy is a profoundly unique space where you have the opportunity to connect, feel deeply listened to and understood, and have another human show up for you emotionally and empathically. In our work, you will gain a deeper understanding of yourself, learn to listen and trust your intuition, address patterns in your life, learn tools to self-actualize and sustain your goals, and ultimately, create a more peaceful and fulfilling life unique to you. All of you is welcome here.

Collaborative by nature, I aim to provide a caring and safe space where you feel validated, valued, and are open to explore new parts of yourself. My understanding of personal change and growth is grounded in both psychodynamic and systems theories. Together, we focus on how some of your early history may inform your present challenges while also acknowledging the impact of the familial, institutional, and cultural systems in which you live. In addition, I believe that a consistent sense of curiosity and authentic presence with you, where multiple meanings can be explored, is paramount to growth-promoting and healing therapy.

Therapy can be a way to understand why you feel overwhelmed, lost, or stuck in patterns that are holding you back from living the life you want. I believe that finding the right therapist is key to fostering change and growth within the therapeutic process. My goal is for you to feel safe and supported as we help move towards your most authentic self. I have experience working with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, trauma, ADHD, low self-esteem, work-related stress, gender and sexual identity, relationship and dating concerns, as well as experience working with the LGBTQ+ community.

Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed? Do you feel burdened or confused by things that have happened to you in the past? Are you seeking peace in your relationship to yourself, to food, and to your body? You've been doing the very best that you can to manage on your own, and likely need a safe, structured space to take on the most important work of your life -- the work of self-care and your own healing.

I usually work from a mindfulness-based cognitive-behavioral perspective, in which we examine how your thinking affects your emotions and behaviors. By becoming aware of unhealthy thought patterns, we can learn to think differently; and similarly, change our relationship with the associated negative feelings. I usually work in a more direct manner, giving you concrete tools that you can use to help yourself. Of course, all of this will depend upon you! Each treatment will be a collaborative process, depending on what works best for you.

I am a Professional Coach who works with neurodivergent adults (ADHD and/or Autistic and/or OCD) who have unconventional lives to understand and embrace their unique brain wiring, so they can effectively minimize stress, overcome challenges, and achieve their big life goals. Together, we can co-create a supportive, non-judgmental, and effective coaching partnership, through which you will learn to fully utilize your strengths, understand and embrace your whole humanity, and cultivate practices that are key to defining and achieving your own version of success. Please note: I am a qualified coach, NOT a psychotherapist or counselor.

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who works with both individuals and couples. My counseling is compassionate, empathic and empowerment-based. I believe healing occurs through the recognition of your inner strengths, helping you find ways to treat yourself with compassion during difficult times. I take care to understand and talk with you about your experiences. Together we gently explore sources of pain or stress, and decide on the best strategies for reducing stress and helping you cope with difficulties.

As a clinical social worker, I help individuals and couples who are struggling with a wide range of emotional and interpersonal problems, such as but not limited to depression, anxiety, grief, family stressors and relationship, commitment, and sexual issues. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental, and empowering space for people to explore the depths of their emotions, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so that they may identify patterns and potential barriers that could inhibit their personal growth and emotional development.

Are you suffering from anxiety, depression, fear, loneliness, and shame. In these times of COVID, political unrest, and life changes, I help you navigate life and feel better. Starting therapy can be scary. I have been doing this work for 25 years and I truly love what I do. We work at your pace to create a non judgmental, safe, environment that enables you to feel empowered and have a better life. I use an eclectic style, including support, analyses, CBT affirmations, mindfulness, and more to help you become a better version of yourself.

I provide a safe therapeutic treatment space for those within and outside the LGBTQ/QI 2-S+ spectrum, GNC/Non-Binary, and BDSM/ Kink community. I have extensive experience working with individuals who have been diagnosed as Differently-Abled/Special Needs/ASD/Neuroatypical/ Neurodivergent or with an Intellectual and Emotional Disability.

I believe that genuine relationships have the power to heal. And the relationship between a client & therapist is a particularly unique bond. Irvin Yalom has described this relationship as one of fellow travelers on an adventure of mutual growth and discovery. As your fellow traveler, I’ll stand alongside you as an active collaborator on your journey. I believe in the innate resilience of all human beings, and our ability to create a life in which we can thrive. We’ll use our relationship to understand & shift the patterns that are holding you back, & help you realize your vision for the life you want to lead.

Life is full of choices and sometimes it feels too big or just too small. I am a licensed Master of Social Work that provides clinical care that starts with listening to you with curiosity, collaboration, and a strength-based approach that centers on your priorities and journey. I utilize a variety of therapeutic modalities, including psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, NLP, and EMDR to meet your individual needs. I provide therapy to individuals, couples/intimate partners, career transitions, life cycle changes, gender, and sexuality identity, living with disabilities, kink , trans, & poly affirming.