Polyamory and ENM Therapists in Aldan, PA
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, traumatized, angry, or overwhelmed? Do you experience constant rumination or negative self-talk? Do you have trouble regulating your emotions? If you are feeling frustrated, exhausted, overwhelmed, or hopeless, I can help. Together we'll identify disruptive thought and behavioral patterns that interfere with good mental health. In session, we will build a therapeutic, cohesive alliance, in which you will be able to express your thoughts and feelings freely, without judgement. Using CBT and other therapeutic modalities, we will work together to reach your therapeutic goals.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, traumatized, angry, or overwhelmed? Do you experience constant rumination or negative self-talk? Do you have trouble regulating your emotions? If you are feeling frustrated, exhausted, overwhelmed, or hopeless, I can help. Together we'll identify disruptive thought and behavioral patterns that interfere with good mental health. In session, we will build a therapeutic, cohesive alliance, in which you will be able to express your thoughts and feelings freely, without judgement. Using CBT and other therapeutic modalities, we will work together to reach your therapeutic goals.
Hi, My name is Dr. Andre Watson and I am a clinical psychologist in Aldan, Pennsylvania: just west of West Philadelphia. I have experience working with people from all kinds of situations, from overwhelmed parents, to anxious teens, to those depressed and lonely, to those coping with childhood trauma and abuse, to perpetrator's and victims of violence , to those couples getting ready for a loving life together, to those just working on more having more fulfilling lives. It is important to me that we spend time talking about how therapy can help and how you can get the most benefit from therapy.
Hi, My name is Dr. Andre Watson and I am a clinical psychologist in Aldan, Pennsylvania: just west of West Philadelphia. I have experience working with people from all kinds of situations, from overwhelmed parents, to anxious teens, to those depressed and lonely, to those coping with childhood trauma and abuse, to perpetrator's and victims of violence , to those couples getting ready for a loving life together, to those just working on more having more fulfilling lives. It is important to me that we spend time talking about how therapy can help and how you can get the most benefit from therapy.
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Hi, I'm Joanne! Are you tired? Feeling stuck? Looking for a space to process the frustrations of life? I work with people that are navigating change, exploring their identity or purpose, and trying to build sincere relationships. Folks that are interested in breaking familial patterns and doing something different and meaningful with their lives. The world can be soul-crushing sometimes, making us feel shame over certain identities, desires, or behaviors. Understanding who you are and who you want to be releases shame, builds self-confidence, and allows for sustained change.
Hi, I'm Joanne! Are you tired? Feeling stuck? Looking for a space to process the frustrations of life? I work with people that are navigating change, exploring their identity or purpose, and trying to build sincere relationships. Folks that are interested in breaking familial patterns and doing something different and meaningful with their lives. The world can be soul-crushing sometimes, making us feel shame over certain identities, desires, or behaviors. Understanding who you are and who you want to be releases shame, builds self-confidence, and allows for sustained change.
Many of my clients are navigating communication difficulties, disconnection, identity, or the challenges that can arise in LGBTQIA+, polyamorous, and disability communities.
My approach is relational, collaborative, and culturally attuned. I am especially drawn to Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Gottman-informed work. I focus on helping clients communicate more clearly and compassionately while strengthening connection and understanding.
Many of my clients are navigating communication difficulties, disconnection, identity, or the challenges that can arise in LGBTQIA+, polyamorous, and disability communities.
My approach is relational, collaborative, and culturally attuned. I am especially drawn to Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Gottman-informed work. I focus on helping clients communicate more clearly and compassionately while strengthening connection and understanding.
This is where I can be of assistance - As someone who has lived experience as a Black trans nonbinary polyamorous person I have had to navigate this and more on my life journey, a space that is yours to discuss these challenges and come up with solutions is what I can offer to help sustain yourself in more beneficial ways and possibly thrive.
transparency, trust, awareness, consistency. These terms and more inform how we show up for ourselves and others. Each brings with it questions that can be difficult to navigate on our own. There is a need to improve ourselves or our life - yet it is unclear on how one even starts or maintains it. This is especially true if you a part of the BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities as getting support and building community does not come with a guide and can change as you change; Focusing on what you can control can be a goal and it seems less and less obtainable with the oppressive systems we live under no matter the communities you are in.
This is where I can be of assistance - As someone who has lived experience as a Black trans nonbinary polyamorous person I have had to navigate this and more on my life journey, a space that is yours to discuss these challenges and come up with solutions is what I can offer to help sustain yourself in more beneficial ways and possibly thrive.
transparency, trust, awareness, consistency. These terms and more inform how we show up for ourselves and others. Each brings with it questions that can be difficult to navigate on our own. There is a need to improve ourselves or our life - yet it is unclear on how one even starts or maintains it. This is especially true if you a part of the BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities as getting support and building community does not come with a guide and can change as you change; Focusing on what you can control can be a goal and it seems less and less obtainable with the oppressive systems we live under no matter the communities you are in.
First of all: you have the potential to thrive and feel supported. Your experiences and perspectives are huge assets going into therapy. I help my clients overcome fear and navigate conflict, uncertainty, change, and loss. My approach is creative, deeply compassionate, and rooted in relationship. With humor and warmth, I'll help you show up authentically for yourself, your loved ones, and your communities. Together, we’ll work through the complexities of your relationships, break unhelpful patterns, and heal the wounds that could be holding you back from finding personal growth and pleasure in your daily life.
First of all: you have the potential to thrive and feel supported. Your experiences and perspectives are huge assets going into therapy. I help my clients overcome fear and navigate conflict, uncertainty, change, and loss. My approach is creative, deeply compassionate, and rooted in relationship. With humor and warmth, I'll help you show up authentically for yourself, your loved ones, and your communities. Together, we’ll work through the complexities of your relationships, break unhelpful patterns, and heal the wounds that could be holding you back from finding personal growth and pleasure in your daily life.
On top of that, many of my clients feel they don’t fit in because of who & how they love, whether they’re queer, polyamorous/non-monogamous, kinky, or something else.
I offer therapy that’s honest and deeply human. I see all my work as relational, meaning that I'll always be real with you because I believe our client-therapist relationship can facilitate healing itself. I offer individual, couples, and extended relationship sessions in which we work together ways that work for YOU - not just ways a textbook tells us to.
On top of that, many of my clients feel they don’t fit in because of who & how they love, whether they’re queer, polyamorous/non-monogamous, kinky, or something else.
I offer therapy that’s honest and deeply human. I see all my work as relational, meaning that I'll always be real with you because I believe our client-therapist relationship can facilitate healing itself. I offer individual, couples, and extended relationship sessions in which we work together ways that work for YOU - not just ways a textbook tells us to.
I work with individuals, couples, and people in non‑traditional relationship structures who want a therapist who is present, engaged, and unafraid to talk about the hard things. My clients want a space where honesty, desire, and vulnerability are welcome. Many come in navigating desire changes, infidelity, sexual concerns, non‑monogamy, life transitions, or communication breakdowns. I offer grounded, direct support to help them understand what’s happening, name what they want, and move toward relationships that feel connected and sustainable.
I work with individuals, couples, and people in non‑traditional relationship structures who want a therapist who is present, engaged, and unafraid to talk about the hard things. My clients want a space where honesty, desire, and vulnerability are welcome. Many come in navigating desire changes, infidelity, sexual concerns, non‑monogamy, life transitions, or communication breakdowns. I offer grounded, direct support to help them understand what’s happening, name what they want, and move toward relationships that feel connected and sustainable.
Arielle Seligson - Relationships & Couples
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19139
I help couples and individuals who feel stuck in painful relationship patterns, have lost themselves in the process, or want to understand why they keep reacting in ways that don't feel like them.
The couples and individuals I work with are often thoughtful and self-aware. They can name some of what is happening, but still feel stuck inside it. Often, one person reaches for connection while the other becomes overwhelmed, defensive, or shuts down. You try to talk things through, but somehow end up further apart. Or, you find yourself acting in ways that feel out of character and want to figure out why - and change your behavior.
I help couples and individuals who feel stuck in painful relationship patterns, have lost themselves in the process, or want to understand why they keep reacting in ways that don't feel like them.
The couples and individuals I work with are often thoughtful and self-aware. They can name some of what is happening, but still feel stuck inside it. Often, one person reaches for connection while the other becomes overwhelmed, defensive, or shuts down. You try to talk things through, but somehow end up further apart. Or, you find yourself acting in ways that feel out of character and want to figure out why - and change your behavior.
You might be exploring polyamory, moving through grief, unpacking internalized -isms, or searching for deeper meaning beyond symptom checklists.
I offer collaborative, creative therapy that blends expressive arts, family systems, and relational approaches. I specialize in grief, sex & reproductive health, fat liberation, and non-traditional relationships. I bring lived experience, education, and abundant resources to help you explore patterns, deepen self-understanding, and imagine new ways of being.
You might be exploring polyamory, moving through grief, unpacking internalized -isms, or searching for deeper meaning beyond symptom checklists.
I offer collaborative, creative therapy that blends expressive arts, family systems, and relational approaches. I specialize in grief, sex & reproductive health, fat liberation, and non-traditional relationships. I bring lived experience, education, and abundant resources to help you explore patterns, deepen self-understanding, and imagine new ways of being.
My therapy style is informed by my desire to explore, understand, and empower my clients. I am Kink/BDSM, non-monogamy, body neutral and queer aligned. I believe therapy is political and a space where clients can be intentional about their identities. Topics that I particularly enjoy working with include gender affirming care, chronic pain, working through infidelity, aging, navigating multiple racial and cultural identities, and processing sexual trauma.
My therapy style is informed by my desire to explore, understand, and empower my clients. I am Kink/BDSM, non-monogamy, body neutral and queer aligned. I believe therapy is political and a space where clients can be intentional about their identities. Topics that I particularly enjoy working with include gender affirming care, chronic pain, working through infidelity, aging, navigating multiple racial and cultural identities, and processing sexual trauma.
As a collective, we are tired; overwhelmed by our lives, our relationships, and the fate of our world. We are disconnected from the hope that once came easy to us, and we need each other right now. As your therapist, my goal is to help you release feeling defeated and shameful. I value uniqueness by adjusting my pace and approach to work best for you and your needs. My dedication is to craft an understanding of you, specifically, so sociocultural influence is a deeply integrated part of my practice. Namely, I have experience working with LGBTQ+ and BIPOC individuals as well as those in non-monogamous relationship dynamics.
As a collective, we are tired; overwhelmed by our lives, our relationships, and the fate of our world. We are disconnected from the hope that once came easy to us, and we need each other right now. As your therapist, my goal is to help you release feeling defeated and shameful. I value uniqueness by adjusting my pace and approach to work best for you and your needs. My dedication is to craft an understanding of you, specifically, so sociocultural influence is a deeply integrated part of my practice. Namely, I have experience working with LGBTQ+ and BIPOC individuals as well as those in non-monogamous relationship dynamics.
Kara Rothschild-Rode
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, ATR-BC, LPC
2 Endorsed
Fort Washington, PA 19034
Finding a therapist that is the right fit for you at this season of life isn’t always easy. Perhaps you’ve tried therapy before and it wasn’t the right fit or the right approach. I work with individuals and couples to determine what approach may be most effective at this time to help you work towards and achieve your goals. Therapy is a process and I believe very much in the power of intention, coupled with dedication, education, and proper skills. I use a person centered approach to help people move in the direction they are wanting to go. I offer free brief consultation if you'd like to discuss further prior to committing.
Finding a therapist that is the right fit for you at this season of life isn’t always easy. Perhaps you’ve tried therapy before and it wasn’t the right fit or the right approach. I work with individuals and couples to determine what approach may be most effective at this time to help you work towards and achieve your goals. Therapy is a process and I believe very much in the power of intention, coupled with dedication, education, and proper skills. I use a person centered approach to help people move in the direction they are wanting to go. I offer free brief consultation if you'd like to discuss further prior to committing.
Let's be honest - proper therapy is hard work, especially considering the systemic harm we are experiencing in the present.
As a therapist working from an anti-capitalist perspective, I am an optimist, and I believe that while societal pressures complicate our lives, we all have the potential to find meaning and purpose according to our values. I know for a fact that a different, better world can and will exist. Part of the path to creating a better world is unlearning what capitalism has taught us.
Let's be honest - proper therapy is hard work, especially considering the systemic harm we are experiencing in the present.
As a therapist working from an anti-capitalist perspective, I am an optimist, and I believe that while societal pressures complicate our lives, we all have the potential to find meaning and purpose according to our values. I know for a fact that a different, better world can and will exist. Part of the path to creating a better world is unlearning what capitalism has taught us.
Are you feeling stuck in a painful cycle with someone you love? You may be trying everything you can to reconnect—only to end up feeling more misunderstood, more distant.
It’s confusing when your best intentions seem to push your partner further away.
The truth is, the people who matter most can also hurt us the most—not because they mean harm, but because they matter. When the bond feels fragile, even small moments can carry so much weight.
Maybe you’ve tried fighting for connection, but it ends in blowups. Or you’ve tucked your pain away, only to feel even more alone.
It’s exhausting—and it can feel hopeless.
Are you feeling stuck in a painful cycle with someone you love? You may be trying everything you can to reconnect—only to end up feeling more misunderstood, more distant.
It’s confusing when your best intentions seem to push your partner further away.
The truth is, the people who matter most can also hurt us the most—not because they mean harm, but because they matter. When the bond feels fragile, even small moments can carry so much weight.
Maybe you’ve tried fighting for connection, but it ends in blowups. Or you’ve tucked your pain away, only to feel even more alone.
It’s exhausting—and it can feel hopeless.
I am skilled at navigating the transition to polyamory, working through hotspots, and building safe emotional connection.
I am passionate about providing a safe space for queer, trans, non-monogamous, and other alternative lifestyles. My clients often feel stuck, unsafe, feel they are a bad person, or feel shame around their identity. They call themselves doormat, people pleaser, or avoidant. They have past trauma or damaging childhood experiences that cause them to have unhealthy communication and inability to approach conflict. Couples come to me feeling they are stuck arguing about the same things. Some need help navigating confusing emotions and boundaries as they transition to non-monogamy. They question what life can look like long-term.
I am skilled at navigating the transition to polyamory, working through hotspots, and building safe emotional connection.
I am passionate about providing a safe space for queer, trans, non-monogamous, and other alternative lifestyles. My clients often feel stuck, unsafe, feel they are a bad person, or feel shame around their identity. They call themselves doormat, people pleaser, or avoidant. They have past trauma or damaging childhood experiences that cause them to have unhealthy communication and inability to approach conflict. Couples come to me feeling they are stuck arguing about the same things. Some need help navigating confusing emotions and boundaries as they transition to non-monogamy. They question what life can look like long-term.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or like you’re falling behind no matter how hard you try? Do you want things to change but struggle to make it stick, or feel judged or misunderstood? I work with people who feel mentally overloaded, self-critical, or stretched thin by work, relationships, and life transitions. Many feel restless, anxious, or disconnected from themselves despite trying their best. Together, we build clarity, emotional regulation skills, and practical tools to help you feel more grounded, confident, and aligned in your daily life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or like you’re falling behind no matter how hard you try? Do you want things to change but struggle to make it stick, or feel judged or misunderstood? I work with people who feel mentally overloaded, self-critical, or stretched thin by work, relationships, and life transitions. Many feel restless, anxious, or disconnected from themselves despite trying their best. Together, we build clarity, emotional regulation skills, and practical tools to help you feel more grounded, confident, and aligned in your daily life.
Our issues are often not inherently “ours” but a result of being a human simply trying to survive, seeking safety and comfort as we've learned. Working with individuals and relational systems, I look forward to exploring all aspects of identity/experience together and providing a non-judgmental space that moves through fear & shame toward radical (self) acceptance and healing. Being afforded the opportunity to know people deeply is a privilege; I seek to create and continually foster a space that feels safe enough to thoroughly explore, while being an anchor in difficult moments– a reminder that you are held and you are not alone.
Our issues are often not inherently “ours” but a result of being a human simply trying to survive, seeking safety and comfort as we've learned. Working with individuals and relational systems, I look forward to exploring all aspects of identity/experience together and providing a non-judgmental space that moves through fear & shame toward radical (self) acceptance and healing. Being afforded the opportunity to know people deeply is a privilege; I seek to create and continually foster a space that feels safe enough to thoroughly explore, while being an anchor in difficult moments– a reminder that you are held and you are not alone.
Feeling stuck, lost, confused, frustrated, or unmotivated? You are not alone. We all need help sometimes, and it takes a lot of courage to take that first step and seek out that help. My passion for this work comes from my own personal struggles with mental health, so I understand how challenging it can be to start on the path to healing. I identify and work with those in the queer/trans/LGBTQIA+, kink/BDSM and poly/ENM/CNM communities.
Feeling stuck, lost, confused, frustrated, or unmotivated? You are not alone. We all need help sometimes, and it takes a lot of courage to take that first step and seek out that help. My passion for this work comes from my own personal struggles with mental health, so I understand how challenging it can be to start on the path to healing. I identify and work with those in the queer/trans/LGBTQIA+, kink/BDSM and poly/ENM/CNM communities.
Some areas of interest include: polyamory, alternate family building, sexuality, grief, anxiety, depression, addiction.
Over the last 15 years, I’ve had the joy and privilege of working with folks as they make meaning of their lives. I work with people who want to experience more inner peace and less anxiety. While not a requirement, I see long term therapeutic work as a space for building a consistent, stable relationship. Through our relationship, we can practice new ways of being and bring in new patterns of thought, behavior and feeling. Once trust and knowledge has been built, we'll collaborate on how to move through pain points in your life. Therapy is a place to unravel, rebuild and most importantly-not do it alone.
Some areas of interest include: polyamory, alternate family building, sexuality, grief, anxiety, depression, addiction.
Over the last 15 years, I’ve had the joy and privilege of working with folks as they make meaning of their lives. I work with people who want to experience more inner peace and less anxiety. While not a requirement, I see long term therapeutic work as a space for building a consistent, stable relationship. Through our relationship, we can practice new ways of being and bring in new patterns of thought, behavior and feeling. Once trust and knowledge has been built, we'll collaborate on how to move through pain points in your life. Therapy is a place to unravel, rebuild and most importantly-not do it alone.
Nearby Polyamory & ENM Therapists Searches for Aldan
- Ardmore
- Broomall
- Bryn Mawr
- Drexel Hill
- Haverford
- Havertown
- Media
- Merion Station
- Narberth
- Springfield
- Swarthmore
- Wynnewood
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.