Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Therapists in Grandview, OH
Sarah Newcomer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, IMFT, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Grandview, OH 43212 (Online Only)
10/28 Accepting New Clients that can meet before 430pm EST! Go to my website to get a consult and see if we are a good fit together! Feeling lost in love and intimacy? Tired of arguments and bedroom boredom? I understand the ache of longing for connection amidst blocks. Let's rekindle that spark! As one of only five Ohio-based Marriage and Family therapists who are certified in sex therapy, I'm uniquely equipped to help you break free from stagnation and reignite passion.
10/28 Accepting New Clients that can meet before 430pm EST! Go to my website to get a consult and see if we are a good fit together! Feeling lost in love and intimacy? Tired of arguments and bedroom boredom? I understand the ache of longing for connection amidst blocks. Let's rekindle that spark! As one of only five Ohio-based Marriage and Family therapists who are certified in sex therapy, I'm uniquely equipped to help you break free from stagnation and reignite passion.
Kennidy Souza
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grandview, OH 43212 (Online Only)
Each individual’s path to mental well-being is as personal as it is unique. No matter the challenges you’re navigating, remember, you don’t have to face them alone. In my counseling sessions, I offer a soft-spoken and empathetic approach. I believe that therapy is most effective when clients feel safe, understood, and empowered. My priority lies in creating a supportive environment where clients can explore their emotions, process their experiences, and develop healthy coping strategies.
Each individual’s path to mental well-being is as personal as it is unique. No matter the challenges you’re navigating, remember, you don’t have to face them alone. In my counseling sessions, I offer a soft-spoken and empathetic approach. I believe that therapy is most effective when clients feel safe, understood, and empowered. My priority lies in creating a supportive environment where clients can explore their emotions, process their experiences, and develop healthy coping strategies.
Madison Getz
Counselor, MA, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Grandview, OH 43212
Not accepting new clients
Sometimes people just need someone to listen - to offer a safe, nonjudgmental space where they can be themselves. When people are struggling with hopelessness and helplessness, they also need someone to walk alongside them as a guide toward the solutions that work for their individualized struggles and goals. I work with a broad range of clientele, but I have extensive experience in working with the following clinical populations: eating disorders, substance abuse, individuals who identify as LGBTQ+, depression, anxiety, and trauma.
Sometimes people just need someone to listen - to offer a safe, nonjudgmental space where they can be themselves. When people are struggling with hopelessness and helplessness, they also need someone to walk alongside them as a guide toward the solutions that work for their individualized struggles and goals. I work with a broad range of clientele, but I have extensive experience in working with the following clinical populations: eating disorders, substance abuse, individuals who identify as LGBTQ+, depression, anxiety, and trauma.
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I have specific experience working with BDSM/ kink, ENM/CNM, and sex workers.
I offer insights from exploring identities to relationships to eating disorders to managing stress. Most of my clients simply want to improve their lives and relationships. I see my role as helping them by providing feedback and accountability .
I have specific experience working with BDSM/ kink, ENM/CNM, and sex workers.
I offer insights from exploring identities to relationships to eating disorders to managing stress. Most of my clients simply want to improve their lives and relationships. I see my role as helping them by providing feedback and accountability .
Amber Raffeld
Marriage & Family Therapist, IMFT, SEP, NARM L2
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43215
Waitlist for new clients
Whether you are navigating anxiety, challenges in relationships, accumulated stress, past trauma, communication, and attuning to needs of yourself and others, I would be honored to participate in you feeling a greater connection to your experiences, yourself, and with others in relationship. I provide specializations in Somatic Experiencing, NeuroAffective Relational Model, ethical non-monogamy, polyamory, LGBTQIA+, kink positive, accumulated stress, and trauma. I enjoy providing individual, couple, consensual non-monogamy, polycule, family and non-traditional family mental health services.
Whether you are navigating anxiety, challenges in relationships, accumulated stress, past trauma, communication, and attuning to needs of yourself and others, I would be honored to participate in you feeling a greater connection to your experiences, yourself, and with others in relationship. I provide specializations in Somatic Experiencing, NeuroAffective Relational Model, ethical non-monogamy, polyamory, LGBTQIA+, kink positive, accumulated stress, and trauma. I enjoy providing individual, couple, consensual non-monogamy, polycule, family and non-traditional family mental health services.
S. Lee Tepper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43210
Working collaboratively with clients and using a person-centered approach to therapy is central to the care I provide to all clients. I have robust experience and enjoy working with individuals who identify as LGBTQIA+, experience substance use addiction, poly/ kink populations, young adults, and those who experience depression, anxiety, and (C)PTSD. As my client, you can expect a confidential, collaborative, and healthy working relationship to best meet your unique goals.
Working collaboratively with clients and using a person-centered approach to therapy is central to the care I provide to all clients. I have robust experience and enjoy working with individuals who identify as LGBTQIA+, experience substance use addiction, poly/ kink populations, young adults, and those who experience depression, anxiety, and (C)PTSD. As my client, you can expect a confidential, collaborative, and healthy working relationship to best meet your unique goals.
I am kink knowledgeable and affirming of monogamous and polyam relationship structures.
I (he/they) am a mental health counselor, and an AASECT certified sex therapist. I prefer to build genuine relationships with my clients, emphasizing teamwork and encouraging your active participation in the counseling process. I'll welcome your humor and shared laughter while helping you to harness inner strengths, self-compassion, and newly developed skills to overcome the obstacles impacting your personal growth. I will bring a trauma informed lens and anti-oppression values to our work together and will trust you as the 'expert' of your own lived experience to help identify realistic solutions to life's challenges.
I am kink knowledgeable and affirming of monogamous and polyam relationship structures.
I (he/they) am a mental health counselor, and an AASECT certified sex therapist. I prefer to build genuine relationships with my clients, emphasizing teamwork and encouraging your active participation in the counseling process. I'll welcome your humor and shared laughter while helping you to harness inner strengths, self-compassion, and newly developed skills to overcome the obstacles impacting your personal growth. I will bring a trauma informed lens and anti-oppression values to our work together and will trust you as the 'expert' of your own lived experience to help identify realistic solutions to life's challenges.
Often clients have expressed what a relief it is to feel normalized in their sexual experiences, while gaining sex positive and judgement free perspectives, education and insights along the way.
PS Wellness provides sex therapy for individuals, couples and diverse relationship systems (ethical non-monogamy - ENM). As an AASECT certified sex therapist, my intention is to be inclusive, purposeful and down to earth in serving clients through a sex positive lens. It is essential to form the therapeutic relationship by embracing one’s unique worldviews, beliefs and values on the path to change. In this approach, my aim is to empower clients by helping them better understand their genuine selves and thus evolving through this understanding. From sexual anxiety to sexual liberation and everything in between, we are here to help.
Often clients have expressed what a relief it is to feel normalized in their sexual experiences, while gaining sex positive and judgement free perspectives, education and insights along the way.
PS Wellness provides sex therapy for individuals, couples and diverse relationship systems (ethical non-monogamy - ENM). As an AASECT certified sex therapist, my intention is to be inclusive, purposeful and down to earth in serving clients through a sex positive lens. It is essential to form the therapeutic relationship by embracing one’s unique worldviews, beliefs and values on the path to change. In this approach, my aim is to empower clients by helping them better understand their genuine selves and thus evolving through this understanding. From sexual anxiety to sexual liberation and everything in between, we are here to help.
Maryann McQuillian Omalloy
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S, LICDC-C, PREGamb
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43215
I am a sex positive therapist skilled in the areas of sexuality and relationship structure minorities including consensual non monogamy, BDSM/ Kink, leather, and those who practice alternative spiritualities.
Knowledge brings awareness to parts of ourselves that need nurturance, acceptance, healing, and support. Although encouraged to mask or hide our true selves, my goal is to create a safe, affirming space where you can explore your self and needs with openness and support. I saw how using experience, strength, hope, and empathy could bring about significant and insightful changes in a person’s way of life. As someone who has lived their life in the gray area, often not fitting into socially created boxes, I’ve learned a lot about the importance of making space for all of my client’s identities, roles, and experiences in counseling.
I am a sex positive therapist skilled in the areas of sexuality and relationship structure minorities including consensual non monogamy, BDSM/ Kink, leather, and those who practice alternative spiritualities.
Knowledge brings awareness to parts of ourselves that need nurturance, acceptance, healing, and support. Although encouraged to mask or hide our true selves, my goal is to create a safe, affirming space where you can explore your self and needs with openness and support. I saw how using experience, strength, hope, and empathy could bring about significant and insightful changes in a person’s way of life. As someone who has lived their life in the gray area, often not fitting into socially created boxes, I’ve learned a lot about the importance of making space for all of my client’s identities, roles, and experiences in counseling.
New Directions Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43215 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I love working with all different types of people wanting to change how they respond to life. My ideal clients want to learn how to respond to life, rather than react to life. The last four years have been hard and everyone can benefit from therapy. The couples I work best are seeking help with their sex life. A lot of couples I work with are also seeking help related to Polyamory/ENM and or Kink. I am happy to work with individuals, couples, and different and varying relationship designs and configurations.
I love working with all different types of people wanting to change how they respond to life. My ideal clients want to learn how to respond to life, rather than react to life. The last four years have been hard and everyone can benefit from therapy. The couples I work best are seeking help with their sex life. A lot of couples I work with are also seeking help related to Polyamory/ENM and or Kink. I am happy to work with individuals, couples, and different and varying relationship designs and configurations.
I am sex positive, kink-informed, & trauma-informed.
My goal is to help neurodivergent and/or queer adults manage symptoms of depression and anxiety, as well as cope with stress, dysregulation, and burnout, through the use of evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I can help you to recognize patterns in your thoughts and actions that contribute to feeling distressed, and help you to change those patterns. I am dedicated to understanding your situation, collaborating to define realistic goals to help build the life that you want to live, and creating a plan to accomplish those goals.
I am sex positive, kink-informed, & trauma-informed.
My goal is to help neurodivergent and/or queer adults manage symptoms of depression and anxiety, as well as cope with stress, dysregulation, and burnout, through the use of evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I can help you to recognize patterns in your thoughts and actions that contribute to feeling distressed, and help you to change those patterns. I am dedicated to understanding your situation, collaborating to define realistic goals to help build the life that you want to live, and creating a plan to accomplish those goals.
Sarah Cercone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, CSTIP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43201
Waitlist for new clients
One way is through being open with things like sexuality, intimacy, kink exploration and dynamic relationships (Poly,Triad,Swingers,etc).
Regular talk therapy not working? Need something different to heal traumatic memories or negative beliefs about self? Maybe you find yourself wondering if your relationship is healthy? Or if sex/intimacy could be improved? As a Sex Therapist in training and a Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional (CSTIP), I would love to introduce you to talk therapy integrated with EMDR. Ya know, sometimes in life things get difficult, relationships change, you grow...let me allow you to explore these things in a safe place. I am here to support, inform and walk you (and your partner/s) through your journey to learn, heal, love and grow!
One way is through being open with things like sexuality, intimacy, kink exploration and dynamic relationships (Poly,Triad,Swingers,etc).
Regular talk therapy not working? Need something different to heal traumatic memories or negative beliefs about self? Maybe you find yourself wondering if your relationship is healthy? Or if sex/intimacy could be improved? As a Sex Therapist in training and a Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional (CSTIP), I would love to introduce you to talk therapy integrated with EMDR. Ya know, sometimes in life things get difficult, relationships change, you grow...let me allow you to explore these things in a safe place. I am here to support, inform and walk you (and your partner/s) through your journey to learn, heal, love and grow!
Melissa Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW, LICDC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43215 (Online Only)
Are depression, anxiety or the lingering effects of traumas you have faced keeping you from feeling like you can engage in life, relationships, or your career the way you would like to? If so, you are in the right place! I strive to provide my clients with a safe, comfortable space where they can feel fully heard and seen, and help them to learn and utilize new skills to help them along the road. With nearly 20 years of experience working in human services, I have learned the value of individualized treatment and will prioritize your own unique goals in our work together.
Are depression, anxiety or the lingering effects of traumas you have faced keeping you from feeling like you can engage in life, relationships, or your career the way you would like to? If so, you are in the right place! I strive to provide my clients with a safe, comfortable space where they can feel fully heard and seen, and help them to learn and utilize new skills to help them along the road. With nearly 20 years of experience working in human services, I have learned the value of individualized treatment and will prioritize your own unique goals in our work together.
Relationship Issues - Trauma - Lgbtqia+ Issues - Irene O'Neill
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC, SEP, NARM
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43202
I am sex and kink positive and affirm consensual non-monogamy, polycule, family and non-traditional family dynamics.
Taking the step to start therapy and/or find a new therapist is a significant and courageous decision. I am honored to accompany my clients on their journey towards what they most want for themselves and finding relief from the challenges they’re facing. Many of my clients come to me because they feel stuck in life despite their best efforts - often having engaged in other types of therapy that no longer fit. If you're struggling with symptoms of trauma, anxiety, depression, or seeking more fulfilling and connected relationships, let's connect. Meaningful change begins within and starts with your own relationship with yourself.
I am sex and kink positive and affirm consensual non-monogamy, polycule, family and non-traditional family dynamics.
Taking the step to start therapy and/or find a new therapist is a significant and courageous decision. I am honored to accompany my clients on their journey towards what they most want for themselves and finding relief from the challenges they’re facing. Many of my clients come to me because they feel stuck in life despite their best efforts - often having engaged in other types of therapy that no longer fit. If you're struggling with symptoms of trauma, anxiety, depression, or seeking more fulfilling and connected relationships, let's connect. Meaningful change begins within and starts with your own relationship with yourself.
Dr. Bowen Marshall
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor , MA, LPCC-S, PhD
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43201 (Online Only)
I also specialize in couples counseling, polyamorous relationships, and on identity, intimacy, sex, kink, and fetishes.
I believe the most important question we can ask ourselves is, "What do I want?" I believe that everyone has an ability to move towards growth, healing, and fulfillment. I approach therapy from a perspective learning and believe that the more we learn about ourselves, the better able we are to make choices about how we want to move forward in life. I use an integrative framework to address each client’s individual needs. I work from a trauma informed lens and use interventions from existential, Attachment Theory, Gottman, ACT, IPT, and EFT.
I also specialize in couples counseling, polyamorous relationships, and on identity, intimacy, sex, kink, and fetishes.
I believe the most important question we can ask ourselves is, "What do I want?" I believe that everyone has an ability to move towards growth, healing, and fulfillment. I approach therapy from a perspective learning and believe that the more we learn about ourselves, the better able we are to make choices about how we want to move forward in life. I use an integrative framework to address each client’s individual needs. I work from a trauma informed lens and use interventions from existential, Attachment Theory, Gottman, ACT, IPT, and EFT.
Jasmine Gibson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43202 (Online Only)
My specialities include working with people in transition (“adolescence-middle age”), LBGTQIA+ affirming therapy, neurodiversity, kink awareness, sex positivity and BIPOC.
Welcome to the first step of your therapeutic journey. My job is guide you in unpacking the many complexities of daily life: stress, anxiety, relationships, confidence, and other challenges. When we meet, we will create a space where your feelings and thoughts matter. I am Licensed Independent/Clinical Social Worker in Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New York. I offer one-on-one online therapy services. I received my Masters of Social Work from Hunter College. For nearly a decade, I have provided therapy for people of all ages and backgrounds.
My specialities include working with people in transition (“adolescence-middle age”), LBGTQIA+ affirming therapy, neurodiversity, kink awareness, sex positivity and BIPOC.
Welcome to the first step of your therapeutic journey. My job is guide you in unpacking the many complexities of daily life: stress, anxiety, relationships, confidence, and other challenges. When we meet, we will create a space where your feelings and thoughts matter. I am Licensed Independent/Clinical Social Worker in Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New York. I offer one-on-one online therapy services. I received my Masters of Social Work from Hunter College. For nearly a decade, I have provided therapy for people of all ages and backgrounds.
Paul Courtland Soper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-S, CST, CCTP
Verified Verified
Columbus, OH 43201
I am currently taking new telehealth clients for sex therapy, couples therapy and trauma therapy. My ideal client wants to heal. With all the trauma from the past few years, self-work has never been more necessary and normalized. Coming out of a global pandemic, with relationships and sex lives suffering, we all need to be intentional about rebuilding emotional, mental and sexual health. Whether you’re trying to heal from trauma, improve communication and intimacy in your relationship(s), explore polyamory or consensual non monogamy, or explore sexual and/or gender identity, I believe I can help you to achieve your personal goals.
I am currently taking new telehealth clients for sex therapy, couples therapy and trauma therapy. My ideal client wants to heal. With all the trauma from the past few years, self-work has never been more necessary and normalized. Coming out of a global pandemic, with relationships and sex lives suffering, we all need to be intentional about rebuilding emotional, mental and sexual health. Whether you’re trying to heal from trauma, improve communication and intimacy in your relationship(s), explore polyamory or consensual non monogamy, or explore sexual and/or gender identity, I believe I can help you to achieve your personal goals.
Queer Owned & Staffed - Affirming Pathways
Marriage & Family Therapist, IMFT, LPCC, LSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43215
We're here to help with challenges such as finding your authentic self, navigating gender, sexual/affectional, and relationship diverse minority stressors, disclosures, LGBTQ+ family and youth support, relational topics, ethical non-monogamy, Kink/BDSM, trauma, and neurodiversity (with diagnosed clinicians), and more!.
Immediate availability! As a Queer-Owned and staffed group practice, we pride ourselves on working with our gender, sexual/affectional, and relationship structure diverse communities (LGBTQ+, non-monogamy, BDSM, Kink). We offer free 15-minute consults with any clinician, allowing you to ask personal, professional, or logistical questions to ensure your therapist meets YOUR needs and preferences. Our priority is creating a therapy environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and heard. We are committed to providing knowledgeable and affirming mental healthcare for all individuals, relationships, families, and youth!
We're here to help with challenges such as finding your authentic self, navigating gender, sexual/affectional, and relationship diverse minority stressors, disclosures, LGBTQ+ family and youth support, relational topics, ethical non-monogamy, Kink/BDSM, trauma, and neurodiversity (with diagnosed clinicians), and more!.
Immediate availability! As a Queer-Owned and staffed group practice, we pride ourselves on working with our gender, sexual/affectional, and relationship structure diverse communities (LGBTQ+, non-monogamy, BDSM, Kink). We offer free 15-minute consults with any clinician, allowing you to ask personal, professional, or logistical questions to ensure your therapist meets YOUR needs and preferences. Our priority is creating a therapy environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and heard. We are committed to providing knowledgeable and affirming mental healthcare for all individuals, relationships, families, and youth!
I am sex positive, kink positive, and have formal training in sexuality, sexual functioning, and general sexual health.
Therapeutically, I have always been drawn to the way we relate to the body. Your body is your home, but many of us feel disconnected from ourselves due to the pressures and oppression we face in the modern world. I have worked with clients on many of these spots of disconnection ranging from eating disorders to chronic illness to sexuality and pleasure. Using the tenets of Acceptance and Commitment therapy, mindfulness, and sex therapy approaches, I hope to make this space feel a little more like home again.
I am sex positive, kink positive, and have formal training in sexuality, sexual functioning, and general sexual health.
Therapeutically, I have always been drawn to the way we relate to the body. Your body is your home, but many of us feel disconnected from ourselves due to the pressures and oppression we face in the modern world. I have worked with clients on many of these spots of disconnection ranging from eating disorders to chronic illness to sexuality and pleasure. Using the tenets of Acceptance and Commitment therapy, mindfulness, and sex therapy approaches, I hope to make this space feel a little more like home again.
Javiel Rowe
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43215 (Online Only)
One of the hardest parts of getting help with improving mental health is starting. You've shown resilience by just looking into getting help; every win is a win! I would love to help you on your journey towards personal growth and peace. I specialize in working with couples and relationships, including poly relationships, as well as problematic sexual behaviors, sexual issues, LGBTQ+ clients, and relationship skill building.
One of the hardest parts of getting help with improving mental health is starting. You've shown resilience by just looking into getting help; every win is a win! I would love to help you on your journey towards personal growth and peace. I specialize in working with couples and relationships, including poly relationships, as well as problematic sexual behaviors, sexual issues, LGBTQ+ clients, and relationship skill building.
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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.