Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Therapists in Monroeville, PA

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Meggan Hudspeth
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monroeville, PA 15140
consensual non-monogamy), and kink/BDSM.
“Yoga means addition—addition of energy, strength, and beauty to body, mind, and soul.”—Amit Ray, Indian author and spiritualist In order to get to the root of what’s causing your discomfort we have to go towards and not away. This is painful but will cause change. I’m going to ask you to share your story with me. But you don’t have to do it alone. I see myself as both a support and a fierce advocate for clients to assist with their growth and navigation through the barriers. Through the addition of support and guidance I can help increase your energy strength and beauty of your self as a whole.
consensual non-monogamy), and kink/BDSM.
“Yoga means addition—addition of energy, strength, and beauty to body, mind, and soul.”—Amit Ray, Indian author and spiritualist In order to get to the root of what’s causing your discomfort we have to go towards and not away. This is painful but will cause change. I’m going to ask you to share your story with me. But you don’t have to do it alone. I see myself as both a support and a fierce advocate for clients to assist with their growth and navigation through the barriers. Through the addition of support and guidance I can help increase your energy strength and beauty of your self as a whole.
(412) 896-0076 View (412) 896-0076
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New Directions Mental Health - Monroeville
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Monroeville, PA 15146
New Directions Mental Health is an outpatient mental health care provider dedicated to serving Pennsylvania and the local Monroeville area. At our Monroeville clinic we provide a broad array of services including psychotherapy, child & adolescent therapy, group therapy, child & adolescent psychiatry, adult psychiatry, medication management, and TMS therapy. TMS therapy, also known as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, is an effective, non-invasive, low-risk treatment that has shown success in treating major depressive disorder and other forms of treatment resistant depression.
New Directions Mental Health is an outpatient mental health care provider dedicated to serving Pennsylvania and the local Monroeville area. At our Monroeville clinic we provide a broad array of services including psychotherapy, child & adolescent therapy, group therapy, child & adolescent psychiatry, adult psychiatry, medication management, and TMS therapy. TMS therapy, also known as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, is an effective, non-invasive, low-risk treatment that has shown success in treating major depressive disorder and other forms of treatment resistant depression.
(412) 754-4742 View (412) 754-4742
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Kathryn Auen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Monroeville, PA 15146
I am licensed in Pennsylvania with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients manage stress and anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+ related issues, family conflicts, motivation, trauma/abuse, PTSD, self esteem, individual and couples counseling. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I believe every individual has the capacity to improve the quality of their life through self-awareness and self-exploration. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage.
I am licensed in Pennsylvania with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients manage stress and anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+ related issues, family conflicts, motivation, trauma/abuse, PTSD, self esteem, individual and couples counseling. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I believe every individual has the capacity to improve the quality of their life through self-awareness and self-exploration. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage.
(412) 278-7030 View (412) 278-7030
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Calm Pittsburgh
LPC, NCC, MS
Verified Verified
Monroeville, PA 15146
Your life is complex and unique. The quality of your relationships, work, family, health, and stresses can affect your most authentic and calm state. Let us be your allies! We'd love to peacefully assist you as you navigate the changes and challenges life can bring. Calm believes in making complex issues accessible while maintaining an affirming environment that recognizes and respects each person's unique experiences. We also proudly offer a comprehensive suite of sexuality counseling, education, supervision, and consulting services designed to provide expert guidance and promote the well-being of individuals and communities.
Your life is complex and unique. The quality of your relationships, work, family, health, and stresses can affect your most authentic and calm state. Let us be your allies! We'd love to peacefully assist you as you navigate the changes and challenges life can bring. Calm believes in making complex issues accessible while maintaining an affirming environment that recognizes and respects each person's unique experiences. We also proudly offer a comprehensive suite of sexuality counseling, education, supervision, and consulting services designed to provide expert guidance and promote the well-being of individuals and communities.
(412) 857-3717 View (412) 857-3717
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Tracey S. McCarthy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, BCC, LPC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Monroeville, PA 15146  (Online Only)
It’s unsettling to be in the world as it is, especially for queer folks. It’s time to rise up, face our fears, and heal and nurture ourselves. I work exclusively with those in this beautiful, sparkly, rainbow-hued community to help with transitions and troubles, navigate life's journey, and thrive. I give feedback and use my life experiences to connect, to view situations in new ways, clarify ideas, and invite them to try new things.
It’s unsettling to be in the world as it is, especially for queer folks. It’s time to rise up, face our fears, and heal and nurture ourselves. I work exclusively with those in this beautiful, sparkly, rainbow-hued community to help with transitions and troubles, navigate life's journey, and thrive. I give feedback and use my life experiences to connect, to view situations in new ways, clarify ideas, and invite them to try new things.
(724) 908-0060 View (724) 908-0060
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Jaclynn Wise
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Monroeville, PA 15146
It can be difficult to navigate finding mental health care, but you’ve made it this far. I view my role as holding a warm space for us to explore what is working and not working for you in your life. Most of us weren’t taught how to experience our emotions mindfully and respond with intention. It makes sense that many of us struggle with responding to our emotions compassionately. I may help you identify, understand, and accept difficult internal experiences while taking meaningful action in your life.
It can be difficult to navigate finding mental health care, but you’ve made it this far. I view my role as holding a warm space for us to explore what is working and not working for you in your life. Most of us weren’t taught how to experience our emotions mindfully and respond with intention. It makes sense that many of us struggle with responding to our emotions compassionately. I may help you identify, understand, and accept difficult internal experiences while taking meaningful action in your life.
(412) 923-0436 View (412) 923-0436
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August West Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monroeville, PA 15146
Welcome, welcome, WELCOME! All my life I have believed that a person needs to be the change they want to see in the world. Thus my practice is one where people are free to learn, to grow, to express themselves freely and without judgement about whatever ails them. This could be daily life struggles of riding public transportation, or more philosophical questions about the meaning of life, and everything in between. All it takes to start is the willingness to have a conversation. I take a trauma focused, client first approach which makes getting that conversation started even easier!
Welcome, welcome, WELCOME! All my life I have believed that a person needs to be the change they want to see in the world. Thus my practice is one where people are free to learn, to grow, to express themselves freely and without judgement about whatever ails them. This could be daily life struggles of riding public transportation, or more philosophical questions about the meaning of life, and everything in between. All it takes to start is the willingness to have a conversation. I take a trauma focused, client first approach which makes getting that conversation started even easier!
(878) 205-0542 View (878) 205-0542
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Take Root Counseling and Consulting LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monroeville, PA 15140  (Online Only)
You're here looking for something. . It could be looking for freedom from Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), support for Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), relief from the effects of Trauma (CPTSD / PTSD) or help working through difficulties in your relationship. It could be a need for emotional regulation and distress tolerance skills. Maybe you're being faced with a problem and you need someone to lay out the steps to work through it and take them with you. Whatever it is, you're looking for someone to hear, validate, teach and support you.
You're here looking for something. . It could be looking for freedom from Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), support for Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), relief from the effects of Trauma (CPTSD / PTSD) or help working through difficulties in your relationship. It could be a need for emotional regulation and distress tolerance skills. Maybe you're being faced with a problem and you need someone to lay out the steps to work through it and take them with you. Whatever it is, you're looking for someone to hear, validate, teach and support you.
(724) 701-3974 View (724) 701-3974
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Kayla Mento
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Monroeville, PA 15146  (Online Only)
One of the bravest things you can do is to take a deep dive into understanding your story. Your story may be filled with emotional turmoil, trauma, and overwhelming anxiety on how you’ll be able to pull through to the other side. Take a deep breath, relax, and let’s rewrite your story together. I invite you to talk about the taboo things (no topic is off limits), become comfortable in your own skin, and take the journey with me through self-exploration to finally arrive at your authentic self.
One of the bravest things you can do is to take a deep dive into understanding your story. Your story may be filled with emotional turmoil, trauma, and overwhelming anxiety on how you’ll be able to pull through to the other side. Take a deep breath, relax, and let’s rewrite your story together. I invite you to talk about the taboo things (no topic is off limits), become comfortable in your own skin, and take the journey with me through self-exploration to finally arrive at your authentic self.
(412) 910-2083 View (412) 910-2083
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Gina Asti
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Monroeville, PA 15146
Struggling with out of control feelings in different areas of your life, not being able to feel like your relationships are serving you, or struggling with your identity in various roles? These can all be normal struggles that most of us experience but don't always know how to solve or feel better about. When we engage in these struggles, we can see symptoms of depression, anxiety, increased conflict or anger, decreased mood, or other various disruptions in their lives.
Struggling with out of control feelings in different areas of your life, not being able to feel like your relationships are serving you, or struggling with your identity in various roles? These can all be normal struggles that most of us experience but don't always know how to solve or feel better about. When we engage in these struggles, we can see symptoms of depression, anxiety, increased conflict or anger, decreased mood, or other various disruptions in their lives.
(412) 844-4642 View (412) 844-4642
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Katie Hido
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MSEd, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Monroeville, PA 15146  (Online Only)
I work with clients who identify as poly, queer, kinky, and trans. If you're looking to develop tools to regulate your emotions, communicate more effectively, and improve your connections with the people in your life, you've come to the right place. I help clients learn to navigate complex poly dynamics through setting healthier boundaries and work through jealousy, fear, or insecurity. If you'd like to have your partners understand you better or set different expectations within your sexual or romantic relationships (poly, open, or mono), reach out to get started with me!
I work with clients who identify as poly, queer, kinky, and trans. If you're looking to develop tools to regulate your emotions, communicate more effectively, and improve your connections with the people in your life, you've come to the right place. I help clients learn to navigate complex poly dynamics through setting healthier boundaries and work through jealousy, fear, or insecurity. If you'd like to have your partners understand you better or set different expectations within your sexual or romantic relationships (poly, open, or mono), reach out to get started with me!
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Counseling and Wellness Center of Pittsburgh
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC , PhD, LMFT, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monroeville, PA 15146
We provide counseling services to individuals, couples and families through Western Pennsylvania. Whether you are seeking treatment as an individual adult, a child, or teen, our multi-specialty approach will support your goals of resolving emotional, psychological, and relationship issues. For couples and families, our mental health specialists are experts in supporting your relationship as you gain greater friendship, intimacy, and communication barriers.
We provide counseling services to individuals, couples and families through Western Pennsylvania. Whether you are seeking treatment as an individual adult, a child, or teen, our multi-specialty approach will support your goals of resolving emotional, psychological, and relationship issues. For couples and families, our mental health specialists are experts in supporting your relationship as you gain greater friendship, intimacy, and communication barriers.
(878) 213-4810 View (878) 213-4810
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The Counseling and Wellness Center of Pittsburgh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NBCC
Verified Verified
Monroeville, PA 15146
Our Counseling and Psychiatric team in Pittsburgh, Wexford, Monroeville, Greensburg, South Hills, Cranberry, and Online, specializes in providing compassionate mental health services for you, your marriage, and family. If you're grappling with anxiety, anger, depression, trauma, ADHD, PTSD, relationship conflicts, communication challenges, or more, we recognize how these issues can impact your desired life. Our counseling team, complemented by telepsychiatry and medication management services, provides evidence-based therapy solutions for you. With personalized treatment plans, our goal is to fast-track your journey to wellness.
Our Counseling and Psychiatric team in Pittsburgh, Wexford, Monroeville, Greensburg, South Hills, Cranberry, and Online, specializes in providing compassionate mental health services for you, your marriage, and family. If you're grappling with anxiety, anger, depression, trauma, ADHD, PTSD, relationship conflicts, communication challenges, or more, we recognize how these issues can impact your desired life. Our counseling team, complemented by telepsychiatry and medication management services, provides evidence-based therapy solutions for you. With personalized treatment plans, our goal is to fast-track your journey to wellness.
(412) 567-6013 View (412) 567-6013
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Dr. Joelle Giacomo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monroeville, PA 15146  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Embarking on a transformative journey, I bring Telehealth services to life through phone and video, extending my expertise to both NJ & PA. Picture a therapeutic space where mindfulness, cognitive, and somatic modalities converge to help unravel the layers of conditioned beliefs and habits that may be holding you back.
Embarking on a transformative journey, I bring Telehealth services to life through phone and video, extending my expertise to both NJ & PA. Picture a therapeutic space where mindfulness, cognitive, and somatic modalities converge to help unravel the layers of conditioned beliefs and habits that may be holding you back.
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Heidi Whitton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Monroeville, PA 15140
Not accepting new clients
Therapy is a space where one has the opportunity to explore and get to know themselves through a different lens. The lens that I hope to create is one that is centered on your lived experiences and what you know to be true about your world. From there, we can work to identify and build awareness around what might need to change in order to experience life more authentically. There are many distractions from experiencing full authenticity and I hope to create a space where you can learn more about how you cope now and what you might want to change to get you closer to the version of you that you want.
Therapy is a space where one has the opportunity to explore and get to know themselves through a different lens. The lens that I hope to create is one that is centered on your lived experiences and what you know to be true about your world. From there, we can work to identify and build awareness around what might need to change in order to experience life more authentically. There are many distractions from experiencing full authenticity and I hope to create a space where you can learn more about how you cope now and what you might want to change to get you closer to the version of you that you want.
(412) 419-3782 View (412) 419-3782
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Sarah Ludwig
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monroeville, PA 15146
Not accepting new clients
We are often told to “just get over it”. Although often well-intentioned, this saying is neither helpful or realistic. It is my firm belief that we don’t “get over” things, but we make meaning and learn to live with our experiences. As a certified EMDR therapist, I take pride in helping people do just that. Trauma impacts us all in unique ways and EMDR can help people achieve a variety of their personal goals related to healing, growth, and becoming “unstuck” from past experiences. From minor to major traumas, I am committed to helping you overcome your past and look forward to your future without fear and distress.
We are often told to “just get over it”. Although often well-intentioned, this saying is neither helpful or realistic. It is my firm belief that we don’t “get over” things, but we make meaning and learn to live with our experiences. As a certified EMDR therapist, I take pride in helping people do just that. Trauma impacts us all in unique ways and EMDR can help people achieve a variety of their personal goals related to healing, growth, and becoming “unstuck” from past experiences. From minor to major traumas, I am committed to helping you overcome your past and look forward to your future without fear and distress.
(878) 847-0024 View (878) 847-0024

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Cory Coppersmith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
I am an abolitionist and train other therapists on social justice, polyamory, kink, and LGBTQ issues.
I work with people who want to reclaim the story of their lives. Some of us lost years living someone else's narrative- -but it's never too late to become yourself. You can determine the genre of story you live in, the type of protagonist you become. I try to help people deal with the excitement that comes with infinite potential and the dread that comes with infinite choice.
I am an abolitionist and train other therapists on social justice, polyamory, kink, and LGBTQ issues.
I work with people who want to reclaim the story of their lives. Some of us lost years living someone else's narrative- -but it's never too late to become yourself. You can determine the genre of story you live in, the type of protagonist you become. I try to help people deal with the excitement that comes with infinite potential and the dread that comes with infinite choice.
(412) 207-3823 View (412) 207-3823
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M Dillie
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
Waitlist for new clients
I'm passionate about working with folks of marginalized identities who seek a therapist with similar lived experience. My main areas of interest include gender identity, disability/illness, neuroemergence, perfectionism, dissociation, trauma, and sexuality and relationships (including non-monogamy, kink, and sex work). I enjoy supporting other therapists, caregivers, and academics/scholars. I'm also invested in serving other folks living with Septad Super Syndrome. Those who are drawn to working with me often identify as radicals, misfits, outsiders, and cycle breakers.
I'm passionate about working with folks of marginalized identities who seek a therapist with similar lived experience. My main areas of interest include gender identity, disability/illness, neuroemergence, perfectionism, dissociation, trauma, and sexuality and relationships (including non-monogamy, kink, and sex work). I enjoy supporting other therapists, caregivers, and academics/scholars. I'm also invested in serving other folks living with Septad Super Syndrome. Those who are drawn to working with me often identify as radicals, misfits, outsiders, and cycle breakers.
(412) 754-7544 View (412) 754-7544
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Peach Johnston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
I’m a LGBTQIA+, ENM relationship, and kink affirming therapist.
As a queer individual, I understand that every person within the LGBTQIA+ spectrum is unique. Within our therapeutic relationship, I welcome you to be your most authentic self and celebrate You in your entirety. Together we can explore your gender identity, your sexuality, your politics, and your relationships. I approach relationships with an open mind and a non-judgmental perspective, especially with clients who participate in kink and non-monogamous relationships. To thrive as a queer person is an act of rebellion, and I'm here to compassionately support you through that fight.
I’m a LGBTQIA+, ENM relationship, and kink affirming therapist.
As a queer individual, I understand that every person within the LGBTQIA+ spectrum is unique. Within our therapeutic relationship, I welcome you to be your most authentic self and celebrate You in your entirety. Together we can explore your gender identity, your sexuality, your politics, and your relationships. I approach relationships with an open mind and a non-judgmental perspective, especially with clients who participate in kink and non-monogamous relationships. To thrive as a queer person is an act of rebellion, and I'm here to compassionately support you through that fight.
(412) 838-4565 View (412) 838-4565
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Anni Frick
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCP, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
I believe that therapy is a way to explore and practice new ways of interacting meaningfully with ourselves and others. I specialize in working with folks in the LGBTQ+, CNM, and kink communities. If you’re looking for someone to help with gender confirming surgery letters, identity and transition exploration, relationship concerns, or navigating the stresses of simply being a human in these times, I may be a good fit for you!
I believe that therapy is a way to explore and practice new ways of interacting meaningfully with ourselves and others. I specialize in working with folks in the LGBTQ+, CNM, and kink communities. If you’re looking for someone to help with gender confirming surgery letters, identity and transition exploration, relationship concerns, or navigating the stresses of simply being a human in these times, I may be a good fit for you!
(412) 223-8170 View (412) 223-8170

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.