Open Relationships Non-Monogamy Therapists in 77008
Paul Courtland Soper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, CST, CCTP
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77008 (Online Only)
I'm a sex therapist and psychotherapist, specializing in trauma, polyamory, consensual non monogamy and open relationships, with a particular focus on the LGBTQ+ community.
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'm a sex therapist and psychotherapist, specializing in trauma, polyamory, consensual non monogamy and open relationships, with a particular focus on the LGBTQ+ community.
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.
Carine Meyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77008
As a busy and hard-working individual, you want to see results from your investment in therapy. Perhaps you've had the disappointing experience of spending months and even years attending weekly sessions but making little progress towards your goals. Maybe you're tired of band-aid solutions that never seem to get to the root cause of your difficulties? Maybe you already have friends to talk to, so how is a therapist different?
As a busy and hard-working individual, you want to see results from your investment in therapy. Perhaps you've had the disappointing experience of spending months and even years attending weekly sessions but making little progress towards your goals. Maybe you're tired of band-aid solutions that never seem to get to the root cause of your difficulties? Maybe you already have friends to talk to, so how is a therapist different?
Brittany Burch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, LCDC, CGP
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77008
Often clients think, "We love each other, we just fight too much." "I need help learning how to communicate my emotions." "I want this relationship to work, I just don't know how to get over the affair. I want to trust again." Is this you? Are these words you've said? Are you living in fear and pain, and desperate to find your way back to your partner and to a relationship that feels healthy and fulfilling?
Often clients think, "We love each other, we just fight too much." "I need help learning how to communicate my emotions." "I want this relationship to work, I just don't know how to get over the affair. I want to trust again." Is this you? Are these words you've said? Are you living in fear and pain, and desperate to find your way back to your partner and to a relationship that feels healthy and fulfilling?
Alejandra Restrepo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77008 (Online Only)
Navigating the mental health world and finding a good therapist can be challenging, especially when you are trying to find someone that gets you and acknowledges your culture and background. I commend you for taking the first step in your healing journey. Do some of these sound familiar? You recognize the importance of healing generational trauma; you want to enjoy the present-moment however, your mind gets stuck in the past or the future; you want to create meaningful connections, but you end up sabotaging your relationships; you want to embrace your culture and traditions while recognizing unhealthy generational patterns.
Navigating the mental health world and finding a good therapist can be challenging, especially when you are trying to find someone that gets you and acknowledges your culture and background. I commend you for taking the first step in your healing journey. Do some of these sound familiar? You recognize the importance of healing generational trauma; you want to enjoy the present-moment however, your mind gets stuck in the past or the future; you want to create meaningful connections, but you end up sabotaging your relationships; you want to embrace your culture and traditions while recognizing unhealthy generational patterns.
Shonda Kamholz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LCDC, CDWF, CGCS, CCATP
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77008
Are you struggling with alcohol or other substance use? Having difficulty managing mood or anxiety? Is it difficult to maintain positive relationships? Struggling with trauma, shame, or grief? If any of this is true for you, I would love the opportunity to help you resolve past traumas, learn to cope with unexpected loss or life changes, and explore the future.
Are you struggling with alcohol or other substance use? Having difficulty managing mood or anxiety? Is it difficult to maintain positive relationships? Struggling with trauma, shame, or grief? If any of this is true for you, I would love the opportunity to help you resolve past traumas, learn to cope with unexpected loss or life changes, and explore the future.
Chelsea Koutroulis
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MEd, CST
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77008
Therapy is about finding what works best for you! Your goals are your goals. I work collaboratively with individuals, all couple systems, and adolescents that may be struggling with concerns in their behavior, emotions, or relationships. This may entail those experiencing anxiety, stress, trauma, life transitions, or intimacy, & relationship/peer concerns. I am also a Certified Sex Therapist, CST.
Therapy is about finding what works best for you! Your goals are your goals. I work collaboratively with individuals, all couple systems, and adolescents that may be struggling with concerns in their behavior, emotions, or relationships. This may entail those experiencing anxiety, stress, trauma, life transitions, or intimacy, & relationship/peer concerns. I am also a Certified Sex Therapist, CST.
Cady Parliman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77008
You’re feel like you've lost your spark. Maybe you feel exhausted from worrying about your relationship all the time or you're tired of getting stuck in the same relationship over and over again. You are drained from pleasing everyone around you and neglecting your own needs along the way. Through a collaborative relationship, I can help you process old trauma (with an emphasis on how it's impacting you today), better manage your anxiety, and cultivate the relationships you so deeply desire. As we build a safe partnership, you will find your own courage and make the changes you're looking for.
You’re feel like you've lost your spark. Maybe you feel exhausted from worrying about your relationship all the time or you're tired of getting stuck in the same relationship over and over again. You are drained from pleasing everyone around you and neglecting your own needs along the way. Through a collaborative relationship, I can help you process old trauma (with an emphasis on how it's impacting you today), better manage your anxiety, and cultivate the relationships you so deeply desire. As we build a safe partnership, you will find your own courage and make the changes you're looking for.
Viviana A. Coles
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LMFT-S, CST
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77008
I'm licensed in TX/CA/NY/FL and I am a Doctor of Marriage and Family Therapy/Certified Sex Therapist/Author of "The 4 Intimacy Styles" and "The Dr. Viviana Method for Intimate Reconnection" (online program for couples). My therapeutic approach is brief and solution-oriented, so I do recognize the importance of how my clients' problems have come about, but I place a higher value on offering my clients new and fresh solutions. I take into account what clients have tried in the past and help them to come up with changes that will be long-lasting and efficient.
I'm licensed in TX/CA/NY/FL and I am a Doctor of Marriage and Family Therapy/Certified Sex Therapist/Author of "The 4 Intimacy Styles" and "The Dr. Viviana Method for Intimate Reconnection" (online program for couples). My therapeutic approach is brief and solution-oriented, so I do recognize the importance of how my clients' problems have come about, but I place a higher value on offering my clients new and fresh solutions. I take into account what clients have tried in the past and help them to come up with changes that will be long-lasting and efficient.
Lauren Richardson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77008
You often care deeply for others but have difficulty giving compassion and space for yourself. You struggle to be vulnerable with your emotions and balance addressing the familial, societal, and cultural expectations that are placed upon you. Often it is easy to feel like no one could possibly understand your experience. However, relationships with friends, family, and partners have the power to connect us to something greater than ourselves. Unfortunately, relationships aren’t always easy to navigate, maintain, and understand.
You often care deeply for others but have difficulty giving compassion and space for yourself. You struggle to be vulnerable with your emotions and balance addressing the familial, societal, and cultural expectations that are placed upon you. Often it is easy to feel like no one could possibly understand your experience. However, relationships with friends, family, and partners have the power to connect us to something greater than ourselves. Unfortunately, relationships aren’t always easy to navigate, maintain, and understand.
Alexandria V Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCDC-I
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77008 (Online Only)
Are you feeling lost, stressed, anxious, or have a child who is in need? If so, I am here to help. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I seek to improve the overall well being of the client. I work with my clients to help them to develop and apply the skills needed to understand, cope with, and work through life's challenges. "What we achieve inwardly will change our outer reality.” I am a firm believer that change begins from the inside-out. We will work together so that you can be the change you want to see in your life. Remember, you are not alone.
Are you feeling lost, stressed, anxious, or have a child who is in need? If so, I am here to help. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I seek to improve the overall well being of the client. I work with my clients to help them to develop and apply the skills needed to understand, cope with, and work through life's challenges. "What we achieve inwardly will change our outer reality.” I am a firm believer that change begins from the inside-out. We will work together so that you can be the change you want to see in your life. Remember, you are not alone.
Ty Neely
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77008
I became a therapist out of a passion and love in walking others through the storms of life. We all experience times in our lives that leave us bruised, battered, and beaten. As a therapist, my goal is to help you find a way out of your storm and become a stronger, more resilient, and more fulfilled person. The basis for my practice is Existential Therapy, where I help clients truly grasp their relationships with themselves and the world around them. I bring in other therapeutic techniques and styles to individualize treatment to what each client needs and wants out of therapy.
I became a therapist out of a passion and love in walking others through the storms of life. We all experience times in our lives that leave us bruised, battered, and beaten. As a therapist, my goal is to help you find a way out of your storm and become a stronger, more resilient, and more fulfilled person. The basis for my practice is Existential Therapy, where I help clients truly grasp their relationships with themselves and the world around them. I bring in other therapeutic techniques and styles to individualize treatment to what each client needs and wants out of therapy.
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Ni Zhang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77008 (Online Only)
Many people who are facing difficulties ask the same question: where do I start? That fear of uncertainty can lead to a lack of confidence along with feelings of anxiety, depression, or self-doubt. I believe that confidence begins with clarity. Hi, my name is Ni Zhang, a bilingual (English/Chinese) Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a master's degree in Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania. Currently practicing in the state of Texas, I have extensive experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds. I love the idea of helping others overcome mental illness and helping them achieve their life goals.
Many people who are facing difficulties ask the same question: where do I start? That fear of uncertainty can lead to a lack of confidence along with feelings of anxiety, depression, or self-doubt. I believe that confidence begins with clarity. Hi, my name is Ni Zhang, a bilingual (English/Chinese) Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a master's degree in Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania. Currently practicing in the state of Texas, I have extensive experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds. I love the idea of helping others overcome mental illness and helping them achieve their life goals.
Cassie Manley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77008 (Online Only)
Who are you, really? People trust you with a lot—at work, at home, in your relationships—and you deliver. You’ve always had it together. But at what cost? Are you tired of feeling on edge, exhausted, or insecure? Maybe it’s hard to say exactly what’s wrong, but something’s not right. You know life could be better. Let’s figure it out together. In our sessions, we’ll get to know the real you. Bring your joy, rage, and tears—it’s all welcome here! Together, we’ll build a trusting relationship so you can comfortably unpack all the complexities of life. I’ll help you stop performing and bring your best self forward.
Who are you, really? People trust you with a lot—at work, at home, in your relationships—and you deliver. You’ve always had it together. But at what cost? Are you tired of feeling on edge, exhausted, or insecure? Maybe it’s hard to say exactly what’s wrong, but something’s not right. You know life could be better. Let’s figure it out together. In our sessions, we’ll get to know the real you. Bring your joy, rage, and tears—it’s all welcome here! Together, we’ll build a trusting relationship so you can comfortably unpack all the complexities of life. I’ll help you stop performing and bring your best self forward.
Katherine Mitchell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, CST, LPC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77008
Waitlist for new clients
Currently have a waitlist created for clients looking to receive therapy in the near future. You should be so proud of yourself for seeking support for yourself/relationship! I strive to empower clients and help you to see your own resiliency; YOU are much stronger than you know! Let's discuss what you've already tried, while also focusing on the present and future in session. I aim to cultivate a non-judgmental, accepting environment where you feel safe sharing your deepest thoughts and emotions. I want to help you cultivate the life, joy, and relationship you desire!
Currently have a waitlist created for clients looking to receive therapy in the near future. You should be so proud of yourself for seeking support for yourself/relationship! I strive to empower clients and help you to see your own resiliency; YOU are much stronger than you know! Let's discuss what you've already tried, while also focusing on the present and future in session. I aim to cultivate a non-judgmental, accepting environment where you feel safe sharing your deepest thoughts and emotions. I want to help you cultivate the life, joy, and relationship you desire!
Dr. Tim Huang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW-S, CART
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77008 (Online Only)
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, stressed or even burning out? Are you having a hard time finding your own pace? Are you trying to recover from the trauma that has been haunting you from the past? Are you feeling defeated and lost? Challenges in life are painful and frustrating. However, these moments may be the starting points for a journey of self-discovery. This journey is rewarding but It can also be scary at the same time. You don't have to do this alone.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, stressed or even burning out? Are you having a hard time finding your own pace? Are you trying to recover from the trauma that has been haunting you from the past? Are you feeling defeated and lost? Challenges in life are painful and frustrating. However, these moments may be the starting points for a journey of self-discovery. This journey is rewarding but It can also be scary at the same time. You don't have to do this alone.
Myrto Alampanou
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPA, CCTP-II, CCATP, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77008 (Online Only)
Feeling overwhelmed dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, marriage, or life changes? As an affirming, culturally competent, and sex-positive expat therapist, I get it. Our sessions will be a safe place where you are accepted, validated, and treated with respect. This way, you can process, practice, learn, and grow. We will mix and match different interventions, to create a personalized action plan that best fits your own needs, preferences, and goals for therapy.
Feeling overwhelmed dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, marriage, or life changes? As an affirming, culturally competent, and sex-positive expat therapist, I get it. Our sessions will be a safe place where you are accepted, validated, and treated with respect. This way, you can process, practice, learn, and grow. We will mix and match different interventions, to create a personalized action plan that best fits your own needs, preferences, and goals for therapy.
Alicia Lee Neeley
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
16 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77008
Waitlist for new clients
This is your sign that you’re ready to live a life that is true to yourself, working through your past and finding ways to accept and trust yourself. In my office, you have permission to abandon the hustle of life and move slowly, intentionally, and in ways that feel good for you. If sitting in a chair feels stifling, we can take our session outdoors in a walk therapy session. And no need to get all dressed up for our sessions, they aren’t interviews. You can come into session just as you are, after a workout, before work, in sweatpants—there is no requirement for how you have to be.
This is your sign that you’re ready to live a life that is true to yourself, working through your past and finding ways to accept and trust yourself. In my office, you have permission to abandon the hustle of life and move slowly, intentionally, and in ways that feel good for you. If sitting in a chair feels stifling, we can take our session outdoors in a walk therapy session. And no need to get all dressed up for our sessions, they aren’t interviews. You can come into session just as you are, after a workout, before work, in sweatpants—there is no requirement for how you have to be.
Brittany Barnes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, CST
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77008
I understand it can be difficult to reach out for help when individuals are feeling overwhelmed, confused and scared. I appreciate and affirm the courage it takes to enter a therapeutic setting and into a therapeutic relationship. It is important to honor each client’s individual journey towards happiness, wholeness and health. I strive to provide a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space for all individuals and topics. I believe that providing a safe judgement free environment is essential to address sensitive and personal issues.
I understand it can be difficult to reach out for help when individuals are feeling overwhelmed, confused and scared. I appreciate and affirm the courage it takes to enter a therapeutic setting and into a therapeutic relationship. It is important to honor each client’s individual journey towards happiness, wholeness and health. I strive to provide a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space for all individuals and topics. I believe that providing a safe judgement free environment is essential to address sensitive and personal issues.
Jonathan Kolmetz
Licensed Professional Counselor - Associate, MBA, MS, CFP®
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77008
Do you have relationship issues around money, sex, or communication? Let me help you gain insight into why you may be feeling stuck or challenged in these relationships. I am passionate about helping individuals and couples, who may not communicate well, work through differing values and beliefs to achieve healthier, stronger connections. Our goal is to build a more balanced self /couple able to respond to both the ordinary - and sometimes extraordinary - stressors related to relationships. Whether your stress stems from infidelity or the normal cycle of life, it’s time to get emotionally reconnected.
Do you have relationship issues around money, sex, or communication? Let me help you gain insight into why you may be feeling stuck or challenged in these relationships. I am passionate about helping individuals and couples, who may not communicate well, work through differing values and beliefs to achieve healthier, stronger connections. Our goal is to build a more balanced self /couple able to respond to both the ordinary - and sometimes extraordinary - stressors related to relationships. Whether your stress stems from infidelity or the normal cycle of life, it’s time to get emotionally reconnected.
Dr. Frances Deavers
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77008 (Online Only)
It is an inevitable part of living that we will face obstacles, setbacks, and heartache. Resilience means persevering with strength and flexibility in the face of life’s challenges. Wellbeing means committing to the daily pursuit of a fulfilling, healthy, meaningful life. Committing to daily actions in service of what is important to you intellectually, emotionally, physically, socially, and spiritually. I am a clinical psychologist, licensed in Texas and based in Houston. I focus on providing a supportive environment and practical tools to help people overcome challenges and lead a fulfilling life.
It is an inevitable part of living that we will face obstacles, setbacks, and heartache. Resilience means persevering with strength and flexibility in the face of life’s challenges. Wellbeing means committing to the daily pursuit of a fulfilling, healthy, meaningful life. Committing to daily actions in service of what is important to you intellectually, emotionally, physically, socially, and spiritually. I am a clinical psychologist, licensed in Texas and based in Houston. I focus on providing a supportive environment and practical tools to help people overcome challenges and lead a fulfilling life.
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Open Relationships Non-Monogamy Therapists
Why might an individual want to see a therapist specializing in open relationships and consensual non-monogamy?
A client seeking help with an open or consensually non-monogamous relationship will prefer to talk with a professional whom they can count on to be nonjudgmental. Talking with a supportive therapist may on its own help relieve some of the stigma and challenges partners face. That said, the most important factor in the success of any type of therapy is the ability of the client and practitioner to form a strong, trusting bond. For this reason, an individual or couple could find success with a therapist who does not specialize in non-monogamous relationships but with whom they can build trust.
When should open or consensually non-monogamous partners seek counseling?
Like other couples, polyamorous partners typically seek counseling when they face relationship challenges they can’t solve themselves. In non-monogamous relationships, this could include breaches of trust, including infidelity; unclear rules or violations of boundaries; jealousy of outside partners; the stress of juggling the needs of multiple partners; or the effect of high partner turnover on children. Like those of other couples, polyamorous bonds can be threatened by increasingly frequent arguments, poor or dysfunctional communication, diminished emotional or physical intimacy, or the feeling that something is wrong, even if they don’t know what it is.
Do therapists have special training to gain expertise in open relationships and consensual non-monogamy?
No, but individuals seeking help with non-monogamous relationships would most likely consult a licensed professional with specific training in couples counseling or couples therapy. Couples counseling and couples therapy both involve teaching concrete strategies to navigate conflict in relationships. A good therapist can engage both partners as they explain these approaches but can also work with a single partner.
How long does therapy for consensually non-monogamous couples typically last?
Couples therapy for any type of couple, tends to be relatively time-limited, lasting around 12 weeks on average. A good therapist will tailor sessions to the individual partners’ emotions and sometimes their past, along with patterns found to be repeating in the relationship. In many cases, clients should expect their therapist to assign “homework” between weekly sessions.