Open Relationships Non-Monogamy Therapists in Lexington, KY
Birchwood Healing Place
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40502
Hi, I’m Meghann and I am glad you found my profile. It is important to me to provide quality care that is gentle, respectful and assumes that you are the expert in your own life. I am LGBTQIA affirming and enjoy working with people who are unique and often misunderstood by society. I also enjoy working with people who are curious about themselves and the world around them. If you're a thoughtful person who often puts others needs before you own, only to discover and rediscover that others aren’t doing the same for you I can assist.
Hi, I’m Meghann and I am glad you found my profile. It is important to me to provide quality care that is gentle, respectful and assumes that you are the expert in your own life. I am LGBTQIA affirming and enjoy working with people who are unique and often misunderstood by society. I also enjoy working with people who are curious about themselves and the world around them. If you're a thoughtful person who often puts others needs before you own, only to discover and rediscover that others aren’t doing the same for you I can assist.
Tricia Hite - Formerly Isenstein (She Her)
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, CTP
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40503
Living authentically and compassionately leads to inner peace. Trauma and distress can cause a plethora of confusing responses, making that peace seem unobtainable. Each person brings their own worldview, experiences, strengths and clues to unburdening oneself from the overwhelm. Healing and moving forward can seem daunting. Therapy transforms the mind-body system, leading to increased self-energy and clarity. Now also offering training for schools and organizations on becoming trauma-informed!
Living authentically and compassionately leads to inner peace. Trauma and distress can cause a plethora of confusing responses, making that peace seem unobtainable. Each person brings their own worldview, experiences, strengths and clues to unburdening oneself from the overwhelm. Healing and moving forward can seem daunting. Therapy transforms the mind-body system, leading to increased self-energy and clarity. Now also offering training for schools and organizations on becoming trauma-informed!
Katie Clinkenbeard
Counselor, LPCA, MAEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40509
Katie understands that no two individuals are the same and their paths to healing are just as distinct. Katie focuses on being adaptable to the client’s needs and utilizes different theories and philosophies to personalize the care for each individual. Katie emphasizes the importance of multicultural and diversity counseling, is LGBTQIA+ and neurodiversity affirming, and continually works to ensure a safe and non-judgmental environment for all clients. Your journey is yours to lead, and Katie is prepared to assist you along your path.
Katie understands that no two individuals are the same and their paths to healing are just as distinct. Katie focuses on being adaptable to the client’s needs and utilizes different theories and philosophies to personalize the care for each individual. Katie emphasizes the importance of multicultural and diversity counseling, is LGBTQIA+ and neurodiversity affirming, and continually works to ensure a safe and non-judgmental environment for all clients. Your journey is yours to lead, and Katie is prepared to assist you along your path.
Audrey Linville
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40502 (Online Only)
The start of therapy for many individuals is filled with mixed feelings like hope and anxiety. The great news is - you've already started your journey just by being here! I am here to help you create new beginnings, and with those new beginnings, opportunities for growth.
The start of therapy for many individuals is filled with mixed feelings like hope and anxiety. The great news is - you've already started your journey just by being here! I am here to help you create new beginnings, and with those new beginnings, opportunities for growth.
Brianna Prewitt
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPCA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40509
Waitlist for new clients
In a world filled with labels and titles, we are all simply human first. Being human means we are all bound to get it wrong sometimes no matter how much we have (or don’t have) figured out. Life is hard, and it’s natural that challenges sometimes cloud the way we see ourselves and the world; however, I believe worthiness is our birthright, and it is my goal as a clinician to help my clients see that their worthiness has no prerequisite and isn’t something to be earned.
In a world filled with labels and titles, we are all simply human first. Being human means we are all bound to get it wrong sometimes no matter how much we have (or don’t have) figured out. Life is hard, and it’s natural that challenges sometimes cloud the way we see ourselves and the world; however, I believe worthiness is our birthright, and it is my goal as a clinician to help my clients see that their worthiness has no prerequisite and isn’t something to be earned.
Kara Stith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40533 (Online Only)
Accepting new clients with immediate availability for telehealth appointments! As a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), I have been practicing since 2009 with experience in mental and behavioral health counseling with adolescents and adults. I received my Bachelor's degree in Social Work from the University of Kentucky and my Master's degree in Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. I have training in a variety of counseling approaches to customize therapy to fit each client's individual needs, including Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Accepting new clients with immediate availability for telehealth appointments! As a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), I have been practicing since 2009 with experience in mental and behavioral health counseling with adolescents and adults. I received my Bachelor's degree in Social Work from the University of Kentucky and my Master's degree in Social Work from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. I have training in a variety of counseling approaches to customize therapy to fit each client's individual needs, including Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Anna Thomas-Brien
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40513
Hello! Welcome to the first step in making change. I hope that you're proud of yourself for being here. I am a firm believer that therapy should be a safe and empathic space for exploring, healing, and feeling. I'm happy to offer that to each of my patients. Whether your goal is to take small steps to improve your overall wellbeing or work towards large life changes, I would love to join you in your journey.
Hello! Welcome to the first step in making change. I hope that you're proud of yourself for being here. I am a firm believer that therapy should be a safe and empathic space for exploring, healing, and feeling. I'm happy to offer that to each of my patients. Whether your goal is to take small steps to improve your overall wellbeing or work towards large life changes, I would love to join you in your journey.
Dr. Lauren Elizabeth Downey
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40509
Generational trauma, racialized trauma, system-induced trauma... Trauma is far-reaching and multifaceted and to varying degrees, trauma impacts every single person on the face of this Earth as does ones sexuality. As a trauma specialist and certified sex provider, those who seek to gain insight and process trauma(s) and current life stressors related to relationships . Inclusive exploration, culturally responsive, and trauma-based sexuality-informed counseling approaches YOU have the ability to highlight and tap into your own empowerment, peace, joy, and self-love. Growth begins within. If you are ready to do the work, I am here.
Generational trauma, racialized trauma, system-induced trauma... Trauma is far-reaching and multifaceted and to varying degrees, trauma impacts every single person on the face of this Earth as does ones sexuality. As a trauma specialist and certified sex provider, those who seek to gain insight and process trauma(s) and current life stressors related to relationships . Inclusive exploration, culturally responsive, and trauma-based sexuality-informed counseling approaches YOU have the ability to highlight and tap into your own empowerment, peace, joy, and self-love. Growth begins within. If you are ready to do the work, I am here.
Madison Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40517
Waitlist for new clients
I help clients feel more connected, engaged, and excited about living their beautiful, messy lives! Together we'll work to build a sense of anchoring, security, and resilience in an unpredictable world. I trust in the ability of our minds and nervous systems to heal from traumatic experiences, unlearn negative beliefs, and lean into compassion and understanding. As you increase your insight, confront barriers, and unburden wounded parts of yourself, we will honor the creative & adaptive ways your brain has protected you. We'll build cohesion between your parts to help them better serve you as you work towards the future you want.
I help clients feel more connected, engaged, and excited about living their beautiful, messy lives! Together we'll work to build a sense of anchoring, security, and resilience in an unpredictable world. I trust in the ability of our minds and nervous systems to heal from traumatic experiences, unlearn negative beliefs, and lean into compassion and understanding. As you increase your insight, confront barriers, and unburden wounded parts of yourself, we will honor the creative & adaptive ways your brain has protected you. We'll build cohesion between your parts to help them better serve you as you work towards the future you want.
Britt Alexander Coyle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40505
There never seems to be the right time to work on yourself but the baggage seems to be getting heavier every day. You feel yourself struggling to maintain what is while desperately getting back to what once was for yourself and your family. The feelings of loneliness and sadness follow you no matter what is going on in your life and it is draining you. Everyone around you depends on you to keep going but it's so difficult to imagine living like this another day.
There never seems to be the right time to work on yourself but the baggage seems to be getting heavier every day. You feel yourself struggling to maintain what is while desperately getting back to what once was for yourself and your family. The feelings of loneliness and sadness follow you no matter what is going on in your life and it is draining you. Everyone around you depends on you to keep going but it's so difficult to imagine living like this another day.
Samantha N Upshaw Maxey
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40509
Living life to the fullest is sometimes easier said than done. I believe people are innately good and wish to do their very best. Sometimes we get to places where doing our best, or living our best lives, is the most difficult thing we can face. My goal, as a clinical counselor, is to help people see their potential and help them identify ways to reach that potential. I specialize in an array of clients and look forward to finding individualized paths to help lead people to a more fulfilled life.
Living life to the fullest is sometimes easier said than done. I believe people are innately good and wish to do their very best. Sometimes we get to places where doing our best, or living our best lives, is the most difficult thing we can face. My goal, as a clinical counselor, is to help people see their potential and help them identify ways to reach that potential. I specialize in an array of clients and look forward to finding individualized paths to help lead people to a more fulfilled life.
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Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40503
I specialize in working with clients who are trying to manage their lives while dealing with addictions, ADHD, depression, and anxiety. I work to help these clients minimize the impact these disorders have on their day-to-day, while also working with them to reduce shame they may feel because of their mental health.
I specialize in working with clients who are trying to manage their lives while dealing with addictions, ADHD, depression, and anxiety. I work to help these clients minimize the impact these disorders have on their day-to-day, while also working with them to reduce shame they may feel because of their mental health.
Shelby Pennick
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40513
Your life is your story. Counseling is your opportunity to tell it. What parts of your story are you proud of and what parts of your story cause pain? I believe that both are important. Together I will work with you to look at the story you tell about yourself to find peace and meaning. This meaning can lead to healing. As a counselor I focus on collaborating with my clients on their journey to healing. I feel that this journey can lead to a beautiful transformation. We will work together to help you transform in the ways you are hoping.
Your life is your story. Counseling is your opportunity to tell it. What parts of your story are you proud of and what parts of your story cause pain? I believe that both are important. Together I will work with you to look at the story you tell about yourself to find peace and meaning. This meaning can lead to healing. As a counselor I focus on collaborating with my clients on their journey to healing. I feel that this journey can lead to a beautiful transformation. We will work together to help you transform in the ways you are hoping.
Sarah Marie Cooke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40505
It feels like you're wandering without a map and falling behind your friends and peers with the passing of every single day. Life is full of changes—a new job, becoming a parent, or facing unexpected challenges like loss or illness.. If you are tired of feeling like you’re constantly playing catch-up in a world that moves at lightning speed, you’re not alone. Change can be exhilarating, but it can also leave us feeling a bit adrift. Together, we will embrace the unknown, uncover your inner resilience, and write the next chapter of your story.
It feels like you're wandering without a map and falling behind your friends and peers with the passing of every single day. Life is full of changes—a new job, becoming a parent, or facing unexpected challenges like loss or illness.. If you are tired of feeling like you’re constantly playing catch-up in a world that moves at lightning speed, you’re not alone. Change can be exhilarating, but it can also leave us feeling a bit adrift. Together, we will embrace the unknown, uncover your inner resilience, and write the next chapter of your story.
Denise R Myers
Counselor, MA, LPCA
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40511 (Online Only)
Different people need different things at different times in their lives. For the most part, my style is person-centered, which feels more like two friends talking. We take the time to get to know one another, your unique interests and what makes you tick. We utilize this information to personally tailor our time together.
Different people need different things at different times in their lives. For the most part, my style is person-centered, which feels more like two friends talking. We take the time to get to know one another, your unique interests and what makes you tick. We utilize this information to personally tailor our time together.
Becca Saylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40505
My passion is working with survivors of adulthood and childhood trauma (including religious trauma or religious deconstruction) using both talk therapy and somatic processing/movement (including yoga)
My passion is working with survivors of adulthood and childhood trauma (including religious trauma or religious deconstruction) using both talk therapy and somatic processing/movement (including yoga)
Atlas Counseling
Counselor, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40511 (Online Only)
It's never easy asking for help, and choosing someone to help with issues as difficult as anxiety, depression, past trauma, or current relationship issues can be a stressful process in and of itself. Thank you for taking the time to read through my profile and considering me to support you in your process. As someone with a degenerative eye disease, I know what it's like to struggle. Life is often difficult and I want to assist people in finding a greater understanding and practical solutions in their lives that ultimately lead to greater happiness.
It's never easy asking for help, and choosing someone to help with issues as difficult as anxiety, depression, past trauma, or current relationship issues can be a stressful process in and of itself. Thank you for taking the time to read through my profile and considering me to support you in your process. As someone with a degenerative eye disease, I know what it's like to struggle. Life is often difficult and I want to assist people in finding a greater understanding and practical solutions in their lives that ultimately lead to greater happiness.
Inner Solace Counseling -Amanda C. Parsons, LPCC-S
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lexington, KY 40504
Is your stress, anxiety or depression affecting your job, relationships, or time with family and friends? Do you need help moving past a difficult time? At Inner Solace Counseling, we believe each person has the ability within themselves to develop personal strengths and work through their own issues. Our job as your counselor is to help you find the tools, strength, and confidence to do so in a safe space, free from judgement or shame. Call or email today or go to www.innersolacecounseling.com for appointment options!
Is your stress, anxiety or depression affecting your job, relationships, or time with family and friends? Do you need help moving past a difficult time? At Inner Solace Counseling, we believe each person has the ability within themselves to develop personal strengths and work through their own issues. Our job as your counselor is to help you find the tools, strength, and confidence to do so in a safe space, free from judgement or shame. Call or email today or go to www.innersolacecounseling.com for appointment options!
Elizabeth A Dupree
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC-S, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40503
Do you hide unexplained anxiety or anger under a calm 'put-together' exterior? Do you struggle with self-defeating behaviors and don't really know why? You may be struggling because of developmental trauma. The effects of adverse childhood experiences continue on into adulthood: difficulty trusting, difficulty tolerating and regulating emotions and often physical challenges such as autoimmune issues. I provide emotional support and insightful relational engagement to help you overcome developmental trauma and begin to flourish and thrive instead of just survive.
Do you hide unexplained anxiety or anger under a calm 'put-together' exterior? Do you struggle with self-defeating behaviors and don't really know why? You may be struggling because of developmental trauma. The effects of adverse childhood experiences continue on into adulthood: difficulty trusting, difficulty tolerating and regulating emotions and often physical challenges such as autoimmune issues. I provide emotional support and insightful relational engagement to help you overcome developmental trauma and begin to flourish and thrive instead of just survive.
Jatana Boggs
Pre-Licensed Professional, CT
Verified Verified
Lexington, KY 40503
Do you struggle with a challenging relationship, depression, anxiety, or other concerns that affect your ability to manage day-to-day life? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, frustrated, or lost on how to make changes? Do you question whether your relationship or struggles could be improved? Now more than ever, people are feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about overcoming difficulties in their relationships, finding their place in life, and moving past traumatic experiences. I believe people can change to improve themselves and their relationships.
Do you struggle with a challenging relationship, depression, anxiety, or other concerns that affect your ability to manage day-to-day life? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, frustrated, or lost on how to make changes? Do you question whether your relationship or struggles could be improved? Now more than ever, people are feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about overcoming difficulties in their relationships, finding their place in life, and moving past traumatic experiences. I believe people can change to improve themselves and their relationships.
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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.