Open Relationships Non-Monogamy Therapists in East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN
Being seen and heard are gifts that many of us have not consistently received throughout our lives. These gifts are essential to our humanity—they allow us to experience fullness, wholeness, and a steady sense of self. When we experience ruptures or traumas—whether with society, others, or ourselves—it’s often because we’ve been reduced to parts, rather than being seen and understood as our full selves. We may even begin to believe that this fragmentation is all we are worth, or we may fall into the trap of living in scarcity, convinced that we don’t deserve abundance. Yet, deep within, we know we were meant for more.
Being seen and heard are gifts that many of us have not consistently received throughout our lives. These gifts are essential to our humanity—they allow us to experience fullness, wholeness, and a steady sense of self. When we experience ruptures or traumas—whether with society, others, or ourselves—it’s often because we’ve been reduced to parts, rather than being seen and understood as our full selves. We may even begin to believe that this fragmentation is all we are worth, or we may fall into the trap of living in scarcity, convinced that we don’t deserve abundance. Yet, deep within, we know we were meant for more.
Katy Lundy
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, T-LMFT
1 Endorsed
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38117
Are you feeling stuck or uncertain about your next steps? Are you yearning for deeper connections in your life or struggling with communication in your relationships? These are common challenges, and seeking support is a courageous first step towards positive change. I am committed to understanding your unique journey and creating a therapeutic relationship built on trust and respect. I aim to provide clients a course of therapy that is tailored to best suit your unique needs. As an LGBTQ+ affirming and kink-allied therapist, I ensure that all clients feel respected, valued, and supported in their unique journey.
Are you feeling stuck or uncertain about your next steps? Are you yearning for deeper connections in your life or struggling with communication in your relationships? These are common challenges, and seeking support is a courageous first step towards positive change. I am committed to understanding your unique journey and creating a therapeutic relationship built on trust and respect. I aim to provide clients a course of therapy that is tailored to best suit your unique needs. As an LGBTQ+ affirming and kink-allied therapist, I ensure that all clients feel respected, valued, and supported in their unique journey.
Walking into a therapist's office for the first time can be a daunting experience and even scary for some. So can acknowledging a problem or accepting that something in your life isn't quite working. With genuine warmth and concern, coupled with an authentic approach to problem solving, I will help you take those initial steps towards change and growth. The therapeutic relationship is a partnership in which both parties agree to work hard. Together, we'll identify areas for change and growth, make a realistic plan and trouble-shoot problems as we go along in an effort to achieve emotional stability and wholeness.
Walking into a therapist's office for the first time can be a daunting experience and even scary for some. So can acknowledging a problem or accepting that something in your life isn't quite working. With genuine warmth and concern, coupled with an authentic approach to problem solving, I will help you take those initial steps towards change and growth. The therapeutic relationship is a partnership in which both parties agree to work hard. Together, we'll identify areas for change and growth, make a realistic plan and trouble-shoot problems as we go along in an effort to achieve emotional stability and wholeness.
Kristina S Curtiss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
1 Endorsed
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38119
I offer an affirming space for those in non-traditional relationships, like ENM and polyamory.
As a therapist, I strive to create an environment that affirms who you are as a person. Therapy involves some of our most vulnerable experiences and my practice centers on being supportive so you feel secure while exploring ways to improve your daily life. So much of a positive human experience involves being heard and validated by others, especially in our own homes. I will work with you and your loved ones to learn healthy communication skills to improve your relationships, increase acceptance and understanding in the home, and learn to manage conflict in a healthy manner.
I offer an affirming space for those in non-traditional relationships, like ENM and polyamory.
As a therapist, I strive to create an environment that affirms who you are as a person. Therapy involves some of our most vulnerable experiences and my practice centers on being supportive so you feel secure while exploring ways to improve your daily life. So much of a positive human experience involves being heard and validated by others, especially in our own homes. I will work with you and your loved ones to learn healthy communication skills to improve your relationships, increase acceptance and understanding in the home, and learn to manage conflict in a healthy manner.
Annie Dillard wrote "How we spend our days is of course, how we spend our lives." As you begin or resume therapy we can explore the satisfying aspects of your life and determine where you want to make shifts or radical changes toward health and ease of being. My approach to therapy is rooted in the therapeutic relationship we will develop to explore compassionate, practical solutions to the unique challenges you face. Trust, empathy, hope, mindfulness, and humor are the foundations of my approach to living and healing.
Annie Dillard wrote "How we spend our days is of course, how we spend our lives." As you begin or resume therapy we can explore the satisfying aspects of your life and determine where you want to make shifts or radical changes toward health and ease of being. My approach to therapy is rooted in the therapeutic relationship we will develop to explore compassionate, practical solutions to the unique challenges you face. Trust, empathy, hope, mindfulness, and humor are the foundations of my approach to living and healing.
A Balanced Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38120
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally exhausted? Many of the adults I work with are carrying long-standing stress tied to family history, finances, or life transitions. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience helping adults manage anxiety, generational trauma, and chronic stress using a CBT-informed, practical approach. I focus on emotional regulation, coping skills, and creating steadier day-to-day functioning. I offer evening and weekend sessions, in-person and via telehealth, and accept many commercial insurance plans. You don’t need the right words to start. Reaching out can be a supportive
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally exhausted? Many of the adults I work with are carrying long-standing stress tied to family history, finances, or life transitions. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience helping adults manage anxiety, generational trauma, and chronic stress using a CBT-informed, practical approach. I focus on emotional regulation, coping skills, and creating steadier day-to-day functioning. I offer evening and weekend sessions, in-person and via telehealth, and accept many commercial insurance plans. You don’t need the right words to start. Reaching out can be a supportive
You belong here, exactly as you are.
If you or your child is feeling weighed down by anxiety, perfectionism, emotional overwhelm, or the deep impact of religious trauma, you don’t have to navigate it alone. Many of my clients, especially LGBTQ+ teens and adults, come to therapy feeling exhausted from trying to hold it all together. While working together, we will create a supportive, affirming space where you can breathe, process what has been weighing you down, and begin to reconnect with the parts of yourself that deserve to be seen and be met with compassion.
You belong here, exactly as you are.
If you or your child is feeling weighed down by anxiety, perfectionism, emotional overwhelm, or the deep impact of religious trauma, you don’t have to navigate it alone. Many of my clients, especially LGBTQ+ teens and adults, come to therapy feeling exhausted from trying to hold it all together. While working together, we will create a supportive, affirming space where you can breathe, process what has been weighing you down, and begin to reconnect with the parts of yourself that deserve to be seen and be met with compassion.
Forward Counseling of the Mid South
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, PMHNP, LMFT
3 Endorsed
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38117
Are you looking for personal growth and the possibility of change? Do you like setting goals and reaching them? Forward Counseling is a group of independent professionals that utilize evidence-based interventions to move our clients toward their goals. We offer individual, family, group, and couples counseling virtually or in the office. To get started, call or complete a contact form on our site at forwardcounseling.com/contact or bit.ly/newclientcontactform
Are you looking for personal growth and the possibility of change? Do you like setting goals and reaching them? Forward Counseling is a group of independent professionals that utilize evidence-based interventions to move our clients toward their goals. We offer individual, family, group, and couples counseling virtually or in the office. To get started, call or complete a contact form on our site at forwardcounseling.com/contact or bit.ly/newclientcontactform
Brene Brown wrote that "Loving ourselves through the process of owning our story is the bravest thing we'll ever do". I aim to create a safe place and a trusting relationship that will help you bravely share your story. Once we find the courage to share our truths, the courage to heal and change can come shortly after. Nothing that we experience is wasted story.
Brene Brown wrote that "Loving ourselves through the process of owning our story is the bravest thing we'll ever do". I aim to create a safe place and a trusting relationship that will help you bravely share your story. Once we find the courage to share our truths, the courage to heal and change can come shortly after. Nothing that we experience is wasted story.
Clare Campbell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP, PATP
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38117
Internal Family Systems ya'll! Let's unburden you and welcome back ALL your parts. I AM currently accepting new BCBS and cash-pay clients. We will dive deep into the barriers that keep you from peace. I utilize a lot of different modalities. EMDR, EFT tapping, IFS, DBT, CBT, and KAP (ketamine-assisted psychotherapy). I am a spiritual person who values that there is not one truth and I can hold space for all traditions that have love at their core.
Internal Family Systems ya'll! Let's unburden you and welcome back ALL your parts. I AM currently accepting new BCBS and cash-pay clients. We will dive deep into the barriers that keep you from peace. I utilize a lot of different modalities. EMDR, EFT tapping, IFS, DBT, CBT, and KAP (ketamine-assisted psychotherapy). I am a spiritual person who values that there is not one truth and I can hold space for all traditions that have love at their core.
Mahdee Rasul
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LADAC, LPC-A
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38119
You might be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by depression, navigating the impact of past trauma, or struggling with addiction or a major life transition. Maybe you’re also carrying the complexities of cultural or inter-generational expectations and trying to make sense of how they shape who you are today. You want relief, understanding, and tools that actually help you feel more grounded and in control of your life. You’re juggling a lot—and you’re tired of spinning your wheels without seeing real progress.
You might be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by depression, navigating the impact of past trauma, or struggling with addiction or a major life transition. Maybe you’re also carrying the complexities of cultural or inter-generational expectations and trying to make sense of how they shape who you are today. You want relief, understanding, and tools that actually help you feel more grounded and in control of your life. You’re juggling a lot—and you’re tired of spinning your wheels without seeing real progress.
Do you find yourself struggling with life’s current and past stressors- relationships, life transitions, work, family? Therapy is a place to engage in growth and change by stripping away the layers to reveal your authentic self.
Do you find yourself struggling with life’s current and past stressors- relationships, life transitions, work, family? Therapy is a place to engage in growth and change by stripping away the layers to reveal your authentic self.
Brandy J. Flynn Counseling & Consulting Services
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
1 Endorsed
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38119
Are you ready to take that step but don't know where that step will lead you? Are you tired of trying to solve your own problems that are never getting solved? Are you tired of the cliche' of what people tell you what you SHOULD be doing instead of helping you with what you COULD be doing? If yes, then let's start the process of making you a better you.
Are you ready to take that step but don't know where that step will lead you? Are you tired of trying to solve your own problems that are never getting solved? Are you tired of the cliche' of what people tell you what you SHOULD be doing instead of helping you with what you COULD be doing? If yes, then let's start the process of making you a better you.
Kirsten Cannon
Licensed Professional Counselor, SEP, CEDS, LPCMHSP, LCMHC
1 Endorsed
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38119
I am a neurodivergent, queer, weight-inclusive therapist practicing with compassion and a sense of humor. I'm a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP), Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS), and licensed counselor who works with people who have experienced tough stuff in their life that's showing up as issues with relationships, boundaries, food/eating, body, and overall self-image. My goal is to help you stop feeling like you are fighting yourself or living to measure up to impossible standards, and start encouraging you to see healing and transformation by getting back in touch with who you are.
I am a neurodivergent, queer, weight-inclusive therapist practicing with compassion and a sense of humor. I'm a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP), Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS), and licensed counselor who works with people who have experienced tough stuff in their life that's showing up as issues with relationships, boundaries, food/eating, body, and overall self-image. My goal is to help you stop feeling like you are fighting yourself or living to measure up to impossible standards, and start encouraging you to see healing and transformation by getting back in touch with who you are.
Shelby A. White
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38119
Overall, I work to establish strong and safe connections with my clients in order to assist them in deep healing work. While my approach is eclectic, I tend to pull ideas from somatic psychology while working from a humanistic, attachment-focused perspective. I work best with individuals and couples who want to explore how their patterns began and are commited to feeling better. I have training in Somatic Experiencing and Emotionally Focused Therapy as well as Equine Therapy training for treating attachment trauma.
Overall, I work to establish strong and safe connections with my clients in order to assist them in deep healing work. While my approach is eclectic, I tend to pull ideas from somatic psychology while working from a humanistic, attachment-focused perspective. I work best with individuals and couples who want to explore how their patterns began and are commited to feeling better. I have training in Somatic Experiencing and Emotionally Focused Therapy as well as Equine Therapy training for treating attachment trauma.
My ideal client is one who knows they need to make changes and are willing to do the work of therapy. My practice is specialized to help those with OCD, anxiety, and related disorders but I am also a gender therapist. My office is a safe space where you can be you.
My ideal client is one who knows they need to make changes and are willing to do the work of therapy. My practice is specialized to help those with OCD, anxiety, and related disorders but I am also a gender therapist. My office is a safe space where you can be you.
Alysha Stella
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38117
Waitlist for new clients
The brain is absolutely fascinating and I believe that the more one learns about the brain and the way it functions, the more optimal life can be. Understanding how you think and function is an important guide to helping clients. You are so much more than your struggles with addiction, relationships, coping skills, or medical diagnoses. I am here to listen and work collaboratively with you to make the steps to improve your life and well-being. I have experience with a variety of populations and make it a priority to operate in a culturally sensitive and aware approach.
The brain is absolutely fascinating and I believe that the more one learns about the brain and the way it functions, the more optimal life can be. Understanding how you think and function is an important guide to helping clients. You are so much more than your struggles with addiction, relationships, coping skills, or medical diagnoses. I am here to listen and work collaboratively with you to make the steps to improve your life and well-being. I have experience with a variety of populations and make it a priority to operate in a culturally sensitive and aware approach.
Lauren Madlock
Psychologist, PsyD
East Memphis-Colonial-Yorkshire, Memphis, TN 38122
Waitlist for new clients
Do you find yourself struggling with life's stressors- relationships, life transitions, work, family? Therapy with a genuine, highly empathic therapist can help. Together, we can explore the issues you face to better understand them and work through to resolution in a non-judgmental manner. I am excited to join you along your journey of self-healing and discovery.
Do you find yourself struggling with life's stressors- relationships, life transitions, work, family? Therapy with a genuine, highly empathic therapist can help. Together, we can explore the issues you face to better understand them and work through to resolution in a non-judgmental manner. I am excited to join you along your journey of self-healing and discovery.
My therapeutic approach is rooted in Person-Centered therapy in which the relationship between client and clinician is a priority and is based in mutual trust and respect, empathy and congruence. I use integrative techniques in every session to meet the unique needs of each client, such as CBT, trauma-informed therapy and mindfulness-based therapy. I believe that individuals are experts on themselves and because of this I take a collaborative approach in working with clients, utilizing what is known as Feedback Informed Treatment (FIT) to get client input in evaluating progress and clients’ needs.
My therapeutic approach is rooted in Person-Centered therapy in which the relationship between client and clinician is a priority and is based in mutual trust and respect, empathy and congruence. I use integrative techniques in every session to meet the unique needs of each client, such as CBT, trauma-informed therapy and mindfulness-based therapy. I believe that individuals are experts on themselves and because of this I take a collaborative approach in working with clients, utilizing what is known as Feedback Informed Treatment (FIT) to get client input in evaluating progress and clients’ needs.
The most important parts of mental wellness are the ability to increase one’s self-awareness and broaden one’s perspective. As your counselor, I will provide a safe and judgment free environment for you to gain a better understanding of whatever issues you are dealing with as an individual, couple, or in any other types of romantic relationships. The main goal of most clients is "to feel better," and I am here to help you make that goal more specific so that you can grow in the areas most important to you. I also strive to destigmatize counseling for men, Black / African-Americans, and other minority groups.
The most important parts of mental wellness are the ability to increase one’s self-awareness and broaden one’s perspective. As your counselor, I will provide a safe and judgment free environment for you to gain a better understanding of whatever issues you are dealing with as an individual, couple, or in any other types of romantic relationships. The main goal of most clients is "to feel better," and I am here to help you make that goal more specific so that you can grow in the areas most important to you. I also strive to destigmatize counseling for men, Black / African-Americans, and other minority groups.
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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.