Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Therapists in Pittsburg County, OK
Everyone has a unique story, and often, the plot is rooted in experiences that are out of our control, like trauma, marginalization, or challenging life transitions. But we have the power to make decisions about what happens next and move toward our most authentic lives, even if that first step feels overwhelming. If you’re looking for a therapist to support you on your unique healing journey, while seeing the bigger picture – you’re in the right place. You deserve to show up to show up exactly as you are, with every piece of your identity being accepted and valued, and you’ll find that at Ala Therapy Collective.
Everyone has a unique story, and often, the plot is rooted in experiences that are out of our control, like trauma, marginalization, or challenging life transitions. But we have the power to make decisions about what happens next and move toward our most authentic lives, even if that first step feels overwhelming. If you’re looking for a therapist to support you on your unique healing journey, while seeing the bigger picture – you’re in the right place. You deserve to show up to show up exactly as you are, with every piece of your identity being accepted and valued, and you’ll find that at Ala Therapy Collective.
Online Therapists
Helping people begin to show up in their own lives, sometimes after years of disconnection, is one of my greatest passions and privileges. That passion has led me to the study of trauma and addiction because of the role each play in disconnecting us from ourselves and those around us. Trauma can include everything from life-threatening events to the sometimes more subtle experiences of woundedness that can occur through ordinary family and social interactions across a lifetime. Gerald May says that addiction can be anything that “bonds and enslaves the energy of desire to certain specific behaviors, things, or people".
Helping people begin to show up in their own lives, sometimes after years of disconnection, is one of my greatest passions and privileges. That passion has led me to the study of trauma and addiction because of the role each play in disconnecting us from ourselves and those around us. Trauma can include everything from life-threatening events to the sometimes more subtle experiences of woundedness that can occur through ordinary family and social interactions across a lifetime. Gerald May says that addiction can be anything that “bonds and enslaves the energy of desire to certain specific behaviors, things, or people".
When we have the courage to walk into our story and own it, we get to write the ending - Brene Brown. It takes an immense amount of effort and intention to own our failings, limits, insecurities, shame, regrets, and pains. Yet the work of embracing those aspects of our lives frees us from the prison of pretending that they do not exist. My clinical and professional work has been to help people move away from mindsets fixated on the fantasy of perfectionism in order to live into a reality of grace, acceptance, and appreciation of ourselves as we are rather than who we believe we "should" be.
When we have the courage to walk into our story and own it, we get to write the ending - Brene Brown. It takes an immense amount of effort and intention to own our failings, limits, insecurities, shame, regrets, and pains. Yet the work of embracing those aspects of our lives frees us from the prison of pretending that they do not exist. My clinical and professional work has been to help people move away from mindsets fixated on the fantasy of perfectionism in order to live into a reality of grace, acceptance, and appreciation of ourselves as we are rather than who we believe we "should" be.
Hi! I’m glad you’ve decided to make some changes in your life! Things are bad lately, but we can make them more manageable. I strongly believe that therapy should focus on the individual. I want to work with you to figure out what works for you specifically. Sometimes it takes a lot of trial and error, sometimes it’s just about listening to what you know you need even when it goes against what you were taught. I work with adults and adolescents.
Hi! I’m glad you’ve decided to make some changes in your life! Things are bad lately, but we can make them more manageable. I strongly believe that therapy should focus on the individual. I want to work with you to figure out what works for you specifically. Sometimes it takes a lot of trial and error, sometimes it’s just about listening to what you know you need even when it goes against what you were taught. I work with adults and adolescents.
Whether you're at the beginning of your journey, questioning your identity, or exploring various aspects of your authentic self, I am here to support and affirm your unique experience. If you're an professional seeking growth but feeling blocked, whether it be in your career, personal life, or both.
Whether you're at the beginning of your journey, questioning your identity, or exploring various aspects of your authentic self, I am here to support and affirm your unique experience. If you're an professional seeking growth but feeling blocked, whether it be in your career, personal life, or both.
Here’s the thing: I don’t believe therapy is one-size-fits-all. I start from a place of humility and curiosity because I don’t yet know you, but I want to know you and your story.
Here’s the thing: I don’t believe therapy is one-size-fits-all. I start from a place of humility and curiosity because I don’t yet know you, but I want to know you and your story.
My job as a therapist is to help my patients find and live their best life. For most of my people, that is a reduction in various mental health symptoms like anxiety, depressed mood, apathy, trauma-responses, strong and uncontrolled emotions, or poor sleep quality. It can also mean discussing what it means to live a good life despite said symptoms or challenges.
My ideal patients typically are adolescents or adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship conflict, religious trauma, chronic illness, or just coping with the state of the world.
My job as a therapist is to help my patients find and live their best life. For most of my people, that is a reduction in various mental health symptoms like anxiety, depressed mood, apathy, trauma-responses, strong and uncontrolled emotions, or poor sleep quality. It can also mean discussing what it means to live a good life despite said symptoms or challenges.
My ideal patients typically are adolescents or adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship conflict, religious trauma, chronic illness, or just coping with the state of the world.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to feel cold or clinical. I’m Miranda, a therapist and owner of Balance & Bloom Therapy. I work with children, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. If you’re feeling stuck, burned out, or constantly overthinking, you’re not alone. My approach is warm, real, and down-to-earth—therapy that feels like a conversation. I use CBT and practical tools to help you build coping skills, understand patterns, and feel more in control. I offer in-person sessions in Tulsa/Bixby and telehealth across Oklahoma. My service dog, Rosie, may also be present!
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to feel cold or clinical. I’m Miranda, a therapist and owner of Balance & Bloom Therapy. I work with children, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. If you’re feeling stuck, burned out, or constantly overthinking, you’re not alone. My approach is warm, real, and down-to-earth—therapy that feels like a conversation. I use CBT and practical tools to help you build coping skills, understand patterns, and feel more in control. I offer in-person sessions in Tulsa/Bixby and telehealth across Oklahoma. My service dog, Rosie, may also be present!
Crystal N Fessler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT-S
1 Endorsed
Tahlequah, OK 74464
Waitlist for new clients
Currently establishing a waitlist. Are you struggling in ways you never have before? Things are harder, waking up takes longer, motivation is nonexistent, sleep is lacking, and work drags on. Anxiety, depression, executive functioning, trauma, all things that are impacting you, your children, and your family as a whole. I work from a strengths based perspective, which means that I focus on the positives which can be hard for you to see right now. I utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness activities, and client centered approaches to aide you in learning coping skills for everyday situations.
Currently establishing a waitlist. Are you struggling in ways you never have before? Things are harder, waking up takes longer, motivation is nonexistent, sleep is lacking, and work drags on. Anxiety, depression, executive functioning, trauma, all things that are impacting you, your children, and your family as a whole. I work from a strengths based perspective, which means that I focus on the positives which can be hard for you to see right now. I utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness activities, and client centered approaches to aide you in learning coping skills for everyday situations.
Non-judgement, mindful, and confidential are key in foundational work for individual, family, and group treatment. Outpatient Care is HIPPA compliant face-to-face or telehealth Services. After assessment process, a plan of care utilizing specific modalities are development along with needs listed and goals, both long-term and short-term. Treatment can include family upon request. With Individualized care, patients have an opportunity to build positive coping skills. You can reach out by Email, Call/leave a message or text message. Please leave a name, number and reason for your contact. Give 24 hours for response. Let's Talk Soon.
Non-judgement, mindful, and confidential are key in foundational work for individual, family, and group treatment. Outpatient Care is HIPPA compliant face-to-face or telehealth Services. After assessment process, a plan of care utilizing specific modalities are development along with needs listed and goals, both long-term and short-term. Treatment can include family upon request. With Individualized care, patients have an opportunity to build positive coping skills. You can reach out by Email, Call/leave a message or text message. Please leave a name, number and reason for your contact. Give 24 hours for response. Let's Talk Soon.
I have been working as a therapist for over 25 years and have gained much from my clients’ experiences. We are all individuals and come from different backgrounds, so during the therapy process I will work with you to identify your specific needs. I use a variety of techniques including mindfulness, CBT, Client-Centered, Solution-Focused, and Cognitive Challenging- to name a few.
I have been working as a therapist for over 25 years and have gained much from my clients’ experiences. We are all individuals and come from different backgrounds, so during the therapy process I will work with you to identify your specific needs. I use a variety of techniques including mindfulness, CBT, Client-Centered, Solution-Focused, and Cognitive Challenging- to name a few.
Have you ever wondered what your life would be like if you didn’t have anxiety, depression, or substance abuse problems? I believe that clients carry the seed of their own healing within them. My job as a therapist is to help you find and nurture that healing. I work with clients from teens through the end of life. I have specialized knowledge to work with the chronically ill, as well as additional training in alcohol & drug addiction and/or gambling disorders.
Have you ever wondered what your life would be like if you didn’t have anxiety, depression, or substance abuse problems? I believe that clients carry the seed of their own healing within them. My job as a therapist is to help you find and nurture that healing. I work with clients from teens through the end of life. I have specialized knowledge to work with the chronically ill, as well as additional training in alcohol & drug addiction and/or gambling disorders.
You want more connection/passion/peace, fewer moments of feeling stuck/hurt/overwhelmed. You're ready for change. You're not alone.
I'm a highly-skilled psychotherapist and AASECT certified sex therapist with 25+ years of experience helping individuals & couples move through relational pain, sexual struggles, and emotional roadblocks into deeper connection & fulfillment.
I also specialize in working with high-functioning professionals, entrepreneurs & creatives: people who are successful on the outside but exhausted, anxious or disconnected on the inside. Together we will work to create balance, reduce burnout & bring vitality back
You want more connection/passion/peace, fewer moments of feeling stuck/hurt/overwhelmed. You're ready for change. You're not alone.
I'm a highly-skilled psychotherapist and AASECT certified sex therapist with 25+ years of experience helping individuals & couples move through relational pain, sexual struggles, and emotional roadblocks into deeper connection & fulfillment.
I also specialize in working with high-functioning professionals, entrepreneurs & creatives: people who are successful on the outside but exhausted, anxious or disconnected on the inside. Together we will work to create balance, reduce burnout & bring vitality back
Facing hardships is an inevitable part of being human. Worry, sadness, conflict, and loneliness creep in despite our best attempts to keep them at bay. Without help, day-to-day experiences can become overwhelming to manage. I provide a safe and compassionate environment to explore life's deepest challenges. My goal as your therapist is to walk alongside you as you gain greater insight, awareness, and skills to live more authentically. I am an earnest and inquisitive therapist who uses an eclectic mix of treatment modalities to meet your unique needs. Together we will collaborate to design the therapy that feels right to you.
Facing hardships is an inevitable part of being human. Worry, sadness, conflict, and loneliness creep in despite our best attempts to keep them at bay. Without help, day-to-day experiences can become overwhelming to manage. I provide a safe and compassionate environment to explore life's deepest challenges. My goal as your therapist is to walk alongside you as you gain greater insight, awareness, and skills to live more authentically. I am an earnest and inquisitive therapist who uses an eclectic mix of treatment modalities to meet your unique needs. Together we will collaborate to design the therapy that feels right to you.
I'm a neurodivergent therapist specialize in working with neurodivergent adults to help manage stress and emotions so that day to day life feels less exhausting. I have experience helping individuals with ADHD and autism find solutions that make their life feel easier. I aim to help them understand how they make sense, how to offer themselves compassion, and how to work with their brains to get through the areas in life that feel overwhelming.
Now offering group therapy for neurodivergent adults! Groups starting in June are forming now. More info on my website!
I'm a neurodivergent therapist specialize in working with neurodivergent adults to help manage stress and emotions so that day to day life feels less exhausting. I have experience helping individuals with ADHD and autism find solutions that make their life feel easier. I aim to help them understand how they make sense, how to offer themselves compassion, and how to work with their brains to get through the areas in life that feel overwhelming.
Now offering group therapy for neurodivergent adults! Groups starting in June are forming now. More info on my website!
Are you struggling with burnout, or just feeling like you're in a rut? Are you overwhelmed with anxiety and spinning thoughts, making it hard for you to rest and reset? Or feeling exhausted by symptoms of trauma or depression? Maybe you've been thinking of reaching out for support, but feel nervous to do so. If this sounds like you, you're not alone!
Are you struggling with burnout, or just feeling like you're in a rut? Are you overwhelmed with anxiety and spinning thoughts, making it hard for you to rest and reset? Or feeling exhausted by symptoms of trauma or depression? Maybe you've been thinking of reaching out for support, but feel nervous to do so. If this sounds like you, you're not alone!
Are you spending your day feeling burnt out, on the verge of a meltdown, or feeling like you are going to shut down? A social life is important to keep our cups full and spoons in our drawers. However, when you wake up still feeling tired from the day before, socializing is the last thing you want to do. Living in a mode of constantly feeling burnout does not allow you to be your best self. Understanding your daily needs is important so that you can live a happier and more fulfilled life.
Are you spending your day feeling burnt out, on the verge of a meltdown, or feeling like you are going to shut down? A social life is important to keep our cups full and spoons in our drawers. However, when you wake up still feeling tired from the day before, socializing is the last thing you want to do. Living in a mode of constantly feeling burnout does not allow you to be your best self. Understanding your daily needs is important so that you can live a happier and more fulfilled life.
I help moms navigating birth trauma, postpartum anxiety, intrusive thoughts, and overwhelming transitions into motherhood. Many feel constantly on edge, stuck in “what if” loops, or not like themselves anymore. I offer a supportive, collaborative space where I use Brainspotting and ACT to process trauma, regulate the nervous system, and help you move forward feeling calmer, more present, and more confident in yourself and your role as a mom.
I help moms navigating birth trauma, postpartum anxiety, intrusive thoughts, and overwhelming transitions into motherhood. Many feel constantly on edge, stuck in “what if” loops, or not like themselves anymore. I offer a supportive, collaborative space where I use Brainspotting and ACT to process trauma, regulate the nervous system, and help you move forward feeling calmer, more present, and more confident in yourself and your role as a mom.
Hello you! You’re so brave to be seeking out support. What a great gift you’re giving yourself! I know it can be so hard sometimes to figure out how and why you respond to situations the way you do. Or maybe you know why, and you don’t know how to respond differently. Maybe emotions feel scary, and you don’t know how to express them. Maybe you struggle with communicating your needs or boundaries to your family, partner or self. Maybe anxiety or depression or trauma responses are so familiar it feels impossible to exist in a world without them.
Hello you! You’re so brave to be seeking out support. What a great gift you’re giving yourself! I know it can be so hard sometimes to figure out how and why you respond to situations the way you do. Or maybe you know why, and you don’t know how to respond differently. Maybe emotions feel scary, and you don’t know how to express them. Maybe you struggle with communicating your needs or boundaries to your family, partner or self. Maybe anxiety or depression or trauma responses are so familiar it feels impossible to exist in a world without them.
Is anxiety keeping you from living your life to the fullest? Do you experience sweaty palms, racing heartbeat, and maybe even dizziness at the thought of walking into a grocery store? Anxiety can cause overwhelming thoughts of embarrassment, failure, and worse-case-scenarios. If you are struggling to keep friendships, contact with family, or even connect with your significant other, finding the source of this anxiety will help. Therapy is not designed to be forever, lets get a plan together and get you feeling better!
Is anxiety keeping you from living your life to the fullest? Do you experience sweaty palms, racing heartbeat, and maybe even dizziness at the thought of walking into a grocery store? Anxiety can cause overwhelming thoughts of embarrassment, failure, and worse-case-scenarios. If you are struggling to keep friendships, contact with family, or even connect with your significant other, finding the source of this anxiety will help. Therapy is not designed to be forever, lets get a plan together and get you feeling better!
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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.