Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Therapists in Blue Ash, OH
I believe you have everything in you to heal. My goal as a therapist is to help you uncover your inner-wisdom and help you learn to nourish yourself. With compassionate curiosity and authenticity, I help clients unravel intense emotions, identify unhelpful patterns, and better understand themselves. We'll work together to create a personalized plan that works for you - easing your day-to-day distress, while also healing the root of your concern. Looking at the hard stuff can be overwhelming - know that I'll be right there with you as we dig in. I strive to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where all of you is welcome and accepted.
I believe you have everything in you to heal. My goal as a therapist is to help you uncover your inner-wisdom and help you learn to nourish yourself. With compassionate curiosity and authenticity, I help clients unravel intense emotions, identify unhelpful patterns, and better understand themselves. We'll work together to create a personalized plan that works for you - easing your day-to-day distress, while also healing the root of your concern. Looking at the hard stuff can be overwhelming - know that I'll be right there with you as we dig in. I strive to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where all of you is welcome and accepted.
My goal is to work with client 12 and older work through finding identity, trauma-related experiences, inter family relations, and inner child trauma.
My goal is to work with client 12 and older work through finding identity, trauma-related experiences, inter family relations, and inner child trauma.
The healing power of human connection cannot be overstated, and I believe this is what therapy is all about. My goal as a therapist is to provide the opportunity for you or your child to share whatever hardship you're experiencing, or goal you're working toward, and be met with compassion, empathy, and a sense of unconditional support. The space that is shared when a therapist and client meet is sacred. My hope is that you will find the room you need to explore and work through any hardship or toward any goal when you are in therapy.
The healing power of human connection cannot be overstated, and I believe this is what therapy is all about. My goal as a therapist is to provide the opportunity for you or your child to share whatever hardship you're experiencing, or goal you're working toward, and be met with compassion, empathy, and a sense of unconditional support. The space that is shared when a therapist and client meet is sacred. My hope is that you will find the room you need to explore and work through any hardship or toward any goal when you are in therapy.
Hi, I’m Jenn and I’m really glad you’re here!
I am working with Inclusive Counseling for my MSW placement, as a Social Work Trainee. I’ve been a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor III (LCDCIII) since 2019 and also hold a Master’s degree in Criminal Justice from UC (Go bearcats!) My background includes extensive experience in substance use & mental health treatment, as well as the criminal justice system, where I’ve supported individuals through some of life’s most overwhelming and complex moments.
Hi, I’m Jenn and I’m really glad you’re here!
I am working with Inclusive Counseling for my MSW placement, as a Social Work Trainee. I’ve been a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor III (LCDCIII) since 2019 and also hold a Master’s degree in Criminal Justice from UC (Go bearcats!) My background includes extensive experience in substance use & mental health treatment, as well as the criminal justice system, where I’ve supported individuals through some of life’s most overwhelming and complex moments.
Choosing the right therapist can be challenging but it is probably the most important part of the process. As your therapist, I won't profess to be an expert in your life, nor will I sit quietly nodding my head in complete silence. Instead, we'll work together, side by side, as we tackle life's challenges. I'll draw on your insights & provide guidance to help create positive, meaningful changes in your life. My commitment to transparency serves as the cornerstone of my work & is the foundation from which we will use to build a solid therapeutic relationship based on authenticity, trust, honesty, & compassion.
Choosing the right therapist can be challenging but it is probably the most important part of the process. As your therapist, I won't profess to be an expert in your life, nor will I sit quietly nodding my head in complete silence. Instead, we'll work together, side by side, as we tackle life's challenges. I'll draw on your insights & provide guidance to help create positive, meaningful changes in your life. My commitment to transparency serves as the cornerstone of my work & is the foundation from which we will use to build a solid therapeutic relationship based on authenticity, trust, honesty, & compassion.
Brittany Schmidt
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPC, LPCC
1 Endorsed
Blue Ash, OH 45242
I am neurodivergent affirming, kink affirming, and affirming of non-traditional relationship structures.
Welcome! As a cis-gender queer woman, I spent the beginning of my career specializing in gender affirming therapy. I am currently focusing on LGBTQ+ affirming therapy and supporting cis spouses, family members, and loved ones of transgender and gender diverse individuals, through a gender specialized lens. I primarily work with adolescents, traditional and non-traditional relationship structures, and young adults. Therapy is focused on working through varying topics like interpersonal conflict, day-to-day stressors, gender exploration, and past trauma.
I am neurodivergent affirming, kink affirming, and affirming of non-traditional relationship structures.
Welcome! As a cis-gender queer woman, I spent the beginning of my career specializing in gender affirming therapy. I am currently focusing on LGBTQ+ affirming therapy and supporting cis spouses, family members, and loved ones of transgender and gender diverse individuals, through a gender specialized lens. I primarily work with adolescents, traditional and non-traditional relationship structures, and young adults. Therapy is focused on working through varying topics like interpersonal conflict, day-to-day stressors, gender exploration, and past trauma.
You’re doing your best to hold it all together—but inside, it feels like a chaotic swirl of overwhelm, self-doubt, and exhaustion. You may be neurodivergent, navigating life at the intersections of race, gender, queerness, and survival. You’re craving clarity, connection, and a way to move through the world without abandoning yourself. At Therapy w. Jasany, we believe the personal is political—and healing is real f-cking personal. You deserve care rooted in liberation, not compliance.
You’re doing your best to hold it all together—but inside, it feels like a chaotic swirl of overwhelm, self-doubt, and exhaustion. You may be neurodivergent, navigating life at the intersections of race, gender, queerness, and survival. You’re craving clarity, connection, and a way to move through the world without abandoning yourself. At Therapy w. Jasany, we believe the personal is political—and healing is real f-cking personal. You deserve care rooted in liberation, not compliance.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, bogged down by depression, or struggling with relationship challenges? Maybe you’ve been feeling uncertain about the future or weighed down by self-doubt. Life’s challenges can leave us feeling disconnected from ourselves and others, but you don’t have to face them alone. My clients often seek a space where they can be truly heard and supported as they work toward healing, balance, and a renewed sense of purpose.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, bogged down by depression, or struggling with relationship challenges? Maybe you’ve been feeling uncertain about the future or weighed down by self-doubt. Life’s challenges can leave us feeling disconnected from ourselves and others, but you don’t have to face them alone. My clients often seek a space where they can be truly heard and supported as they work toward healing, balance, and a renewed sense of purpose.
Hello! My name is Kylie and I am a marriage and family therapist licensed in the state of Ohio. My passion is working with LGBTQ+, neurodivergent individuals and I have a niche for working with complex trauma. I believe that everyone has the ability to take control of their life and change it for the better. After every storm, there is a rainbow and beautiful flowers that flourish! Let me help you grow your beautiful Zen Garden of life!
Hello! My name is Kylie and I am a marriage and family therapist licensed in the state of Ohio. My passion is working with LGBTQ+, neurodivergent individuals and I have a niche for working with complex trauma. I believe that everyone has the ability to take control of their life and change it for the better. After every storm, there is a rainbow and beautiful flowers that flourish! Let me help you grow your beautiful Zen Garden of life!
At its best, therapy is a healing relationship. A central goal as your therapist is to understand you and with that knowledge, to help you understand yourself better. The world outside is often intense, overwhelming, and disheartening. Therapy can provide a safe space to explore how your life experiences have impacted your view of yourself, your relationships, and humanity itself. We each deserve to have the space to have our unique struggles and suffering taken seriously.
At its best, therapy is a healing relationship. A central goal as your therapist is to understand you and with that knowledge, to help you understand yourself better. The world outside is often intense, overwhelming, and disheartening. Therapy can provide a safe space to explore how your life experiences have impacted your view of yourself, your relationships, and humanity itself. We each deserve to have the space to have our unique struggles and suffering taken seriously.
Many of my clients come in describing anxiety, chronic self-doubt, or relationship struggles — and haven't yet connected those patterns to a relationship that taught them their needs were wrong. I help women unwind who they learned to be, and meet themselves on the other side. I work with complex and developmental trauma, narcissistic abuse and family of origin patterns, religious and spiritual injury, and somatic symptoms. In-person in East Nashville, virtual throughout TN and OH.
Many of my clients come in describing anxiety, chronic self-doubt, or relationship struggles — and haven't yet connected those patterns to a relationship that taught them their needs were wrong. I help women unwind who they learned to be, and meet themselves on the other side. I work with complex and developmental trauma, narcissistic abuse and family of origin patterns, religious and spiritual injury, and somatic symptoms. In-person in East Nashville, virtual throughout TN and OH.
I am well-versed in and affirming of kink and polyamory/consensual non-monogamy relationship structures, striving to create an authentic space for each client as we navigate diverse emotions and situations together.
My approach is rooted in respect for your lived experience. I’m here to help you navigate challenges and discover your own strengths, goals, and solutions. Whether you're seeking insight, support, or simply a space to explore your thoughts and feelings, I’m here to offer a compassionate and non-judgmental presence.
I am well-versed in and affirming of kink and polyamory/consensual non-monogamy relationship structures, striving to create an authentic space for each client as we navigate diverse emotions and situations together.
My approach is rooted in respect for your lived experience. I’m here to help you navigate challenges and discover your own strengths, goals, and solutions. Whether you're seeking insight, support, or simply a space to explore your thoughts and feelings, I’m here to offer a compassionate and non-judgmental presence.
Feeling overwhelmed? Stuck in patterns that aren't working, unsure how to move forward? Therapy can provide a framework to regain a sense of balance and direction. I believe therapy provides a space where you can feel truly seen, heard, and understood—sometimes for the first time. Life can be overwhelming! I work with kids, single adults, and couples to help navigate anxiety, depression, substance use, relationship challenges, grief, and life transitions. Together, we’ll explore how your experiences have shaped you while building insight and developing tools to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
Feeling overwhelmed? Stuck in patterns that aren't working, unsure how to move forward? Therapy can provide a framework to regain a sense of balance and direction. I believe therapy provides a space where you can feel truly seen, heard, and understood—sometimes for the first time. Life can be overwhelming! I work with kids, single adults, and couples to help navigate anxiety, depression, substance use, relationship challenges, grief, and life transitions. Together, we’ll explore how your experiences have shaped you while building insight and developing tools to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
I work with teens and adults who are ready to understand their thoughts and emotions more clearly and take meaningful steps toward feeling more balanced, confident, and fulfilled. Whether you’re looking to fine tune certain areas of your life or build on the progress you’ve already made, I’m here to help you break through barriers and keep moving forward. Together, we’ll create a clear path developing realistic next steps and strategies to help you manage life’s demands without feeling so overwhelmed.
I work with teens and adults who are ready to understand their thoughts and emotions more clearly and take meaningful steps toward feeling more balanced, confident, and fulfilled. Whether you’re looking to fine tune certain areas of your life or build on the progress you’ve already made, I’m here to help you break through barriers and keep moving forward. Together, we’ll create a clear path developing realistic next steps and strategies to help you manage life’s demands without feeling so overwhelmed.
Book today with Groundswell Psychotherapy and take back your well-being!
I offer virtual or in-person sessions at a frequency that works for you. With twelve years of experience in Marriage and Family Therapy and Art Therapy serving children, adolescents, families, couples and adults, I treat those who experience addiction, ADHD, trauma, anxiety and depression, as well as those undergoing life transitions such as adjustment to illness, changes in schooling, divorce and grief.
Groundswell is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that functions on a sliding scale fee, so individual rates range from only $70 to $90 per session.
Book today with Groundswell Psychotherapy and take back your well-being!
I offer virtual or in-person sessions at a frequency that works for you. With twelve years of experience in Marriage and Family Therapy and Art Therapy serving children, adolescents, families, couples and adults, I treat those who experience addiction, ADHD, trauma, anxiety and depression, as well as those undergoing life transitions such as adjustment to illness, changes in schooling, divorce and grief.
Groundswell is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that functions on a sliding scale fee, so individual rates range from only $70 to $90 per session.
Jackie Dell
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
Are you ready to make some big changes, but you are in need of some extra challenge and support? My counseling focus and passion is in working with trauma, life transitions, ADHD, and substance use in order to make positive and sustainable changes in your life. Any change is difficult, but learning new patterns is particularly strenuous, and I want to be able to provide you extra support in your journey to meet your goals. Whether you are brand new to counseling or starting over after multiple tries, let’s work together to explore what will work for you to live your best life.
Are you ready to make some big changes, but you are in need of some extra challenge and support? My counseling focus and passion is in working with trauma, life transitions, ADHD, and substance use in order to make positive and sustainable changes in your life. Any change is difficult, but learning new patterns is particularly strenuous, and I want to be able to provide you extra support in your journey to meet your goals. Whether you are brand new to counseling or starting over after multiple tries, let’s work together to explore what will work for you to live your best life.
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I offer a compassionate, holistic, science-based, and judgment-free space for individuals, men, LGBTQ+, and kink or non-monogamous folks to explore intimacy and relationships with honesty, freedom, and empowerment.
Midlife (Ages 35–60) Sexual Exploration and Expression. My practice specializes in supporting adults who want to deepen their personal understanding of sexuality and explore new ways of expressing desire—individually or with a partner. It's also a place for men who have been labeled as sex addicts. Individual clients can do in-person or telehealth, use insurance or pay out of pocket. (Note: I maintain individual-focused care I do NOT work with couples. Clients are One person per family.)
I offer a compassionate, holistic, science-based, and judgment-free space for individuals, men, LGBTQ+, and kink or non-monogamous folks to explore intimacy and relationships with honesty, freedom, and empowerment.
Midlife (Ages 35–60) Sexual Exploration and Expression. My practice specializes in supporting adults who want to deepen their personal understanding of sexuality and explore new ways of expressing desire—individually or with a partner. It's also a place for men who have been labeled as sex addicts. Individual clients can do in-person or telehealth, use insurance or pay out of pocket. (Note: I maintain individual-focused care I do NOT work with couples. Clients are One person per family.)
I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, neurodivergent adults, trauma survivors, and those navigating nontraditional relationships, including ethical non-monogamy and kink.
You don't need another person telling you how to think differently. You need a place where your whole self is welcome; your body, emotions, relationships, fears, and desires.
At Rooted Resonance, therapy is about coming home to yourself.
Many of my clients are thoughtful, self-aware people who have done the work therapy, books, mindfulness yet still feel stuck in anxiety, people-pleasing, relationship struggles, shame, or disconnection from themselves. Insight alone doesn't always create lasting change.
I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, neurodivergent adults, trauma survivors, and those navigating nontraditional relationships, including ethical non-monogamy and kink.
You don't need another person telling you how to think differently. You need a place where your whole self is welcome; your body, emotions, relationships, fears, and desires.
At Rooted Resonance, therapy is about coming home to yourself.
Many of my clients are thoughtful, self-aware people who have done the work therapy, books, mindfulness yet still feel stuck in anxiety, people-pleasing, relationship struggles, shame, or disconnection from themselves. Insight alone doesn't always create lasting change.
Evie Heflin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, LCSW, KAP
Cincinnati, OH 45204
Waitlist for new clients
As a queer therapist, I bring a unique understanding and empathy to working with LGBTQ+ clients, visionaries, and change-makers. I recognize the structural and interpersonal challenges of living authentically in a world that often resists difference and the emotional weight that comes with it. Anxiety, depression, trauma, and the toll of shapeshifting to survive are common. For those doing socially just work, burnout and disillusionment can follow even the most meaningful commitments. I provide a healing space for you to reconnect with your values and restore your ability to move through the world with intention and integrity.
As a queer therapist, I bring a unique understanding and empathy to working with LGBTQ+ clients, visionaries, and change-makers. I recognize the structural and interpersonal challenges of living authentically in a world that often resists difference and the emotional weight that comes with it. Anxiety, depression, trauma, and the toll of shapeshifting to survive are common. For those doing socially just work, burnout and disillusionment can follow even the most meaningful commitments. I provide a healing space for you to reconnect with your values and restore your ability to move through the world with intention and integrity.
I approach my practice as kink-aware, anti-capitalist, pro-sex worker, and knowledgeable about non-monogamous relationships.
Because you know you best, we will collaborate to explore your intentions, identify therapeutic goals, and establish an individualized plan. I am IFS informed and utilize art therapy to deepen self-understanding and promote healing with clients. My aim during our sessions is to create a safe, inclusive space where you can freely express yourself.
I approach my practice as kink-aware, anti-capitalist, pro-sex worker, and knowledgeable about non-monogamous relationships.
Because you know you best, we will collaborate to explore your intentions, identify therapeutic goals, and establish an individualized plan. I am IFS informed and utilize art therapy to deepen self-understanding and promote healing with clients. My aim during our sessions is to create a safe, inclusive space where you can freely express yourself.
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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.