Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Therapists in Dublin, OH
Erin Pritchard: EMDR Intensives | Sex
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC-S
7 Endorsed
Online Only
You’re insightful, high-achieving, and place value on your health, relationships, & personal growth. Things are good, but you know they can be better. You've been in therapy before & come as far as you can "just talking about it." You’re ready to dig deeper & experience profound change. I work with clients to treat underlying causes of anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), low self esteem, trauma and PTSD, sexual dysfunction, & relationship concerns. I love facilitating this process with Intensive EMDR therapy, Gottman Method, and sex therapy. My clients are ready for change & don't want to spend years in therapy to get it.
You’re insightful, high-achieving, and place value on your health, relationships, & personal growth. Things are good, but you know they can be better. You've been in therapy before & come as far as you can "just talking about it." You’re ready to dig deeper & experience profound change. I work with clients to treat underlying causes of anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), low self esteem, trauma and PTSD, sexual dysfunction, & relationship concerns. I love facilitating this process with Intensive EMDR therapy, Gottman Method, and sex therapy. My clients are ready for change & don't want to spend years in therapy to get it.
I have a passion for watching clients learn to love and take care of themselves, and each other in ways that feel both nurturing and empowering. I enjoy helping people navigate the transitions and challenges of life. I am passionate about supporting the LGBT+ community, trauma survivors, cycle breakers, healthcare workers and those struggling with body image concerns. I practice from a HAES (health at every size) framework and practice with compassion and inclusivity for all people.
I have a passion for watching clients learn to love and take care of themselves, and each other in ways that feel both nurturing and empowering. I enjoy helping people navigate the transitions and challenges of life. I am passionate about supporting the LGBT+ community, trauma survivors, cycle breakers, healthcare workers and those struggling with body image concerns. I practice from a HAES (health at every size) framework and practice with compassion and inclusivity for all people.
My practice is devoted to guiding individuals through a spectrum of difficulties. With an extensive background in treating both mental health and substance use disorders, I work from a unique perspective to help clients through challenges such as anxiety, depression, low self-confidence, guilt, shame, and anger among many others. Additionally, I am experienced in treating process addictions like shopping, gaming, internet, exercise, as well as sex and love addictions.
My practice is devoted to guiding individuals through a spectrum of difficulties. With an extensive background in treating both mental health and substance use disorders, I work from a unique perspective to help clients through challenges such as anxiety, depression, low self-confidence, guilt, shame, and anger among many others. Additionally, I am experienced in treating process addictions like shopping, gaming, internet, exercise, as well as sex and love addictions.
Mindfully - Dublin
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LISW, LMFT, MSW, LCSW
4 Endorsed
Dublin, OH 43017
Mindfully is one of Ohio's leading full-service mental health practice, offering comprehensive services for children, teens, and adults. We provide individual counseling, couples therapy, family counseling, and medication management. We also provide on-site services at local pediatrician offices, such as Worthington Pediatrics and Ohio Pediatric Care.
Mindfully is one of Ohio's leading full-service mental health practice, offering comprehensive services for children, teens, and adults. We provide individual counseling, couples therapy, family counseling, and medication management. We also provide on-site services at local pediatrician offices, such as Worthington Pediatrics and Ohio Pediatric Care.
In my 20 years as a therapist, I have seen firsthand the amazing changes that can take place in people's lives through counseling. Whether it is learning how to cope with feelings of stress, depression or anxiety; process feelings of sadness or loss; or find ways to improve relationships or self-esteem, I firmly believe that creating positive change in life is possible. It is a privilege to work with individuals who are striving to become happier, healthier human beings, and it is my honor to provide a safe and supportive space where that can happen.
In my 20 years as a therapist, I have seen firsthand the amazing changes that can take place in people's lives through counseling. Whether it is learning how to cope with feelings of stress, depression or anxiety; process feelings of sadness or loss; or find ways to improve relationships or self-esteem, I firmly believe that creating positive change in life is possible. It is a privilege to work with individuals who are striving to become happier, healthier human beings, and it is my honor to provide a safe and supportive space where that can happen.
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing grief and anxiety. Grief can be a complex and challenging process, and I provide a supportive and nurturing space for clients to explore their emotions, find meaning in their loss, and gradually heal. Anxiety is another area of expertise, and I assist individuals in understanding the underlying causes of their anxiety and developing practical tools to manage and reduce its impact on their daily lives. I provide a nonjudgmental and safe environment where clients can explore their fears, develop self-compassion, and cultivate resilience.
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing grief and anxiety. Grief can be a complex and challenging process, and I provide a supportive and nurturing space for clients to explore their emotions, find meaning in their loss, and gradually heal. Anxiety is another area of expertise, and I assist individuals in understanding the underlying causes of their anxiety and developing practical tools to manage and reduce its impact on their daily lives. I provide a nonjudgmental and safe environment where clients can explore their fears, develop self-compassion, and cultivate resilience.
I help teens and adults navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, identity concerns, relationship struggles, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, I create an affirming space where all identities are respected. My style is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth, and I tailor treatment to your goals—whether that’s building coping skills, improving relationships, or finding balance. Together, we’ll work toward a life that feels authentic, meaningful, and hopeful.
I help teens and adults navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, identity concerns, relationship struggles, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, I create an affirming space where all identities are respected. My style is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth, and I tailor treatment to your goals—whether that’s building coping skills, improving relationships, or finding balance. Together, we’ll work toward a life that feels authentic, meaningful, and hopeful.
Are you a woman who is struggling with perfectionism, unreasonable expectations of self, issues with self-esteem, high anxiety, or depression? Are you someone who is LGBTQIA+ and needing a safe space to process your identity, fear, loneliness, or relationship issues? Do you feel like you have been in a funk and don't know why or are in need of motivation for a life change? Are you an adult who has ever wondered if you might be neurodivergent? If you have found yourself anywhere in this paragraph, I can help. I'm Jessica and I am experienced in all of the above and here to support you.
Are you a woman who is struggling with perfectionism, unreasonable expectations of self, issues with self-esteem, high anxiety, or depression? Are you someone who is LGBTQIA+ and needing a safe space to process your identity, fear, loneliness, or relationship issues? Do you feel like you have been in a funk and don't know why or are in need of motivation for a life change? Are you an adult who has ever wondered if you might be neurodivergent? If you have found yourself anywhere in this paragraph, I can help. I'm Jessica and I am experienced in all of the above and here to support you.
You are not alone. You matter. Hope matters. Are you wrestling with difficult feelings, life transitions, grief, depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, spiritual/religious issues, substance abuse, partner betrayal or other trauma? If so, I'm here to help. Providing therapy has been my life's work for 35 years. I treasure working with adults to help them grow and find joy and meaning in life.
You are not alone. You matter. Hope matters. Are you wrestling with difficult feelings, life transitions, grief, depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, spiritual/religious issues, substance abuse, partner betrayal or other trauma? If so, I'm here to help. Providing therapy has been my life's work for 35 years. I treasure working with adults to help them grow and find joy and meaning in life.
You don’t have to face things alone. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, parenting stress, relationship challenges, or major life transitions, therapy can help you find clarity and relief. I’ve supported individuals from all walks of life for over 12 years—through trauma, addiction, grief, identity exploration, and healing from emotional and physical pain. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you feel seen, heard, and empowered to move forward.
You don’t have to face things alone. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, parenting stress, relationship challenges, or major life transitions, therapy can help you find clarity and relief. I’ve supported individuals from all walks of life for over 12 years—through trauma, addiction, grief, identity exploration, and healing from emotional and physical pain. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where you feel seen, heard, and empowered to move forward.
Michelle Jordan-Frias
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S
Dublin, OH 43017
Waitlist for new clients
Choosing the right therapist to hear your story and support your healing process is a very personal and important decision. I provide therapy that is affirming, holistic, and collaborative, and I create an environment where honest self-exploration and healing can occur. Individuals see me for a range of concerns including anxiety and mood disorders, trauma, grief and loss, and gender and sexuality concerns.
Choosing the right therapist to hear your story and support your healing process is a very personal and important decision. I provide therapy that is affirming, holistic, and collaborative, and I create an environment where honest self-exploration and healing can occur. Individuals see me for a range of concerns including anxiety and mood disorders, trauma, grief and loss, and gender and sexuality concerns.
As a dedicated and compassionate South Asian therapist, I'm committed to creating a supportive and affirming space where you feel truly heard and valued. My global perspective, shaped by living in six different countries, allows me to deeply understand the complexities surrounding identity, belonging, and personal growth. I integrate cultural sensitivity and inclusivity into my practice, honoring the diverse experiences that shape each individual. In our initial sessions, we will discuss your therapeutic needs and come up with a unique plan designed to support your emotional growth.
As a dedicated and compassionate South Asian therapist, I'm committed to creating a supportive and affirming space where you feel truly heard and valued. My global perspective, shaped by living in six different countries, allows me to deeply understand the complexities surrounding identity, belonging, and personal growth. I integrate cultural sensitivity and inclusivity into my practice, honoring the diverse experiences that shape each individual. In our initial sessions, we will discuss your therapeutic needs and come up with a unique plan designed to support your emotional growth.
Is there a pattern to your fights? You argue about the same things and are both left feeling alone, unheard and lost. We will explore how to identify and ask for what you want in a way that feels less threatening to the relationship. Let's rebuild the intimacy and closeness by working on communication, slowing down the cycle and developing new experiences can bring about lasting connection.
Is there a pattern to your fights? You argue about the same things and are both left feeling alone, unheard and lost. We will explore how to identify and ask for what you want in a way that feels less threatening to the relationship. Let's rebuild the intimacy and closeness by working on communication, slowing down the cycle and developing new experiences can bring about lasting connection.
I believe that my clients are the experts of themselves while just needing guidance from a trained mental health professional. Therefore, I trust that we need to bring our expertise together to collaborate on how we are going to help you to move closer to your own goals and values. I provide a non-judgmental and safe environment where I teach a lot of coping skills and I provide a lot of education. I come with 13ish years of experience (5.5 of those were working for an Eating Disorder Treatment facility).
I am not your traditional talk therapist! I am also not a weight loss therapist!
Taking NEW clients late winter/early 2026
I believe that my clients are the experts of themselves while just needing guidance from a trained mental health professional. Therefore, I trust that we need to bring our expertise together to collaborate on how we are going to help you to move closer to your own goals and values. I provide a non-judgmental and safe environment where I teach a lot of coping skills and I provide a lot of education. I come with 13ish years of experience (5.5 of those were working for an Eating Disorder Treatment facility).
I am not your traditional talk therapist! I am also not a weight loss therapist!
Taking NEW clients late winter/early 2026
Easily bored, sensitive to distractions, creative, and intense. Have you always felt "different" as you were growing up and even as an adult? You are feeling lost by stress and anxiety, and has difficulty to have a sense of direction and control in your life. Financial struggles feel like outside of this world problem you can't have any control over. -> I specialize in Adult ADHD and am the only Certified Financial Therapy Practitioner in Ohio. I also offer individual/couples services for financial therapy as well.
Easily bored, sensitive to distractions, creative, and intense. Have you always felt "different" as you were growing up and even as an adult? You are feeling lost by stress and anxiety, and has difficulty to have a sense of direction and control in your life. Financial struggles feel like outside of this world problem you can't have any control over. -> I specialize in Adult ADHD and am the only Certified Financial Therapy Practitioner in Ohio. I also offer individual/couples services for financial therapy as well.
Tina M. Cline - Sex Addiction and Partner
Licensed Independent Social Worker, PhDc, LISW-S, CSAT, CPTT
2 Endorsed
Dublin, OH 43017
Welcome. I’m glad you’re here. Do your sexual thoughts or behaviors feel impossible to control? Are you spending too much time pursuing sexual desires and fantasies - to the detriment of your relationships or other important areas of your life? If you’re struggling with compulsive sexual behaviors or if you're a partner devastated by the impact, please know that it can get better. I can help.
Welcome. I’m glad you’re here. Do your sexual thoughts or behaviors feel impossible to control? Are you spending too much time pursuing sexual desires and fantasies - to the detriment of your relationships or other important areas of your life? If you’re struggling with compulsive sexual behaviors or if you're a partner devastated by the impact, please know that it can get better. I can help.
What is blocking you from living a healthy, whole, fulfilling life? Have you been derailed, discouraged, or confused about things going on in your life or around you? I'd like to explore this with you. I am passionate about supporting people or couples who are finding themselves in particularly challenging situations, life transitions, or difficult relationships. Are you having a tough time navigating some things at work or at home? Do you have challenges that keep resurfacing in your life? Let's figure out some solutions together.
What is blocking you from living a healthy, whole, fulfilling life? Have you been derailed, discouraged, or confused about things going on in your life or around you? I'd like to explore this with you. I am passionate about supporting people or couples who are finding themselves in particularly challenging situations, life transitions, or difficult relationships. Are you having a tough time navigating some things at work or at home? Do you have challenges that keep resurfacing in your life? Let's figure out some solutions together.
Hi there, it is nice to meet you! I’m Laura, and I’d love to share a bit about myself as a therapist and what you can expect working with me. As your therapist, I will focus on using a person-centered approach and hold positivity and unconditional support for you as my client. My goal is for you to always feel safe and comfortable in sharing areas of vulnerability so we can work together in making progress towards your goals. This means you will have me in your corner as someone who will be compassionate and direct in our conversations, and holding space for you.
Hi there, it is nice to meet you! I’m Laura, and I’d love to share a bit about myself as a therapist and what you can expect working with me. As your therapist, I will focus on using a person-centered approach and hold positivity and unconditional support for you as my client. My goal is for you to always feel safe and comfortable in sharing areas of vulnerability so we can work together in making progress towards your goals. This means you will have me in your corner as someone who will be compassionate and direct in our conversations, and holding space for you.
As a queer therapist, I offer affirmative therapy rooted in the belief that healing happens when we feel truly seen and supported—especially for LGBTQ+ folks and those navigating the complexities of non-traditional relationships. Whether you’re exploring gender, sexuality, identity, or connection, I meet you exactly where you are, with curiosity, compassion, and zero judgment.
I have experience working with queer and trans individuals and partners in ethically non-monogamous (ENM) relationships. Other areas I have experience in treating include anxiety, depression, past trauma, and various forms of attachment concerns.
As a queer therapist, I offer affirmative therapy rooted in the belief that healing happens when we feel truly seen and supported—especially for LGBTQ+ folks and those navigating the complexities of non-traditional relationships. Whether you’re exploring gender, sexuality, identity, or connection, I meet you exactly where you are, with curiosity, compassion, and zero judgment.
I have experience working with queer and trans individuals and partners in ethically non-monogamous (ENM) relationships. Other areas I have experience in treating include anxiety, depression, past trauma, and various forms of attachment concerns.
I have weekday availability for Relational/Couples Therapy!
I am a queer, Native, neurodivergent therapist with an engaged, honest, and collaborative approach rooted in Relational Life Therapy. You can expect direct feedback, real tools that work, and a co-created path to help you communicate better, repair what’s broken, and reconnect in meaningful, lasting ways. If you’re ready for real change, and willing to work for it, we can get there, together.
Finding the right therapist matters. Let’s connect for a free 15-minute virtual consult to see if my approach fits what you need. I do my best to reply quickly!
I have weekday availability for Relational/Couples Therapy!
I am a queer, Native, neurodivergent therapist with an engaged, honest, and collaborative approach rooted in Relational Life Therapy. You can expect direct feedback, real tools that work, and a co-created path to help you communicate better, repair what’s broken, and reconnect in meaningful, lasting ways. If you’re ready for real change, and willing to work for it, we can get there, together.
Finding the right therapist matters. Let’s connect for a free 15-minute virtual consult to see if my approach fits what you need. I do my best to reply quickly!
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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.