THE THERAPY PROCESS, SIMPLIFIED:

1. Free Initial Consultation:
A complimentary 15-minute phone call to assess whether we're the right fit. Click here to schedule a free consultation now.

2. First Session: Guided Couple Intake:
A comprehensive 75-minute guided couple intake session, also known as the “couples therapy assessment.” This session allows me to gather valuable insights into your relationship history and the reasons bringing you to therapy.

3. Individual Intakes:
Individual 60-minute intake sessions are conducted for each member of the couple or polycule. These sessions delve into personal histories and the unique reasons for seeking therapy.

4. Weekly Couples Therapy Sessions:
Weekly sessions are scheduled for 50 minutes each. This regular cadence is not just a routine; it's designed to ensure the integration of new breakthroughs, tools, and habits into your life. The consistent rhythm facilitates lasting change that extends beyond the confines of our sessions.

Couples therapy with me is solution focused and based on re-establishing an emotional connection with your partner/s, while building deeper levels of interaction, communication, and intimacy. As there is a no one-size-fits-all approach, I use an eclectic mix of modalities such as Imago Relationship Therapy (IRT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Gottman Marital Counseling, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Nonviolent Communication (NVC) techniques.

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS:

Emergencies
Depending on availability, I offer last minute booking 50 to 75-minute sessions with flexible timing to address pressing issues promptly.

Couples Retreats and Intensives
For those seeking an in-depth exploration of specific issues, I provide Therapy Intensives and Retreats.

No. I work with people across the entire spectrum—from those curious about opening their relationship to individuals in long-established polyamorous structures.

Who I work with:

• Monogamous couples considering opening up

• People actively exploring ethical non-monogamy

• Established polyamorous individuals and relationships

• Those questioning if polyamory is right for them

Serving Diverse Relationship Structures:

• Polyamorous relationships (hierarchical & non-hierarchical)

• Open marriages & open relationships

• Triads, throuples & larger polycules

• Kitchen table & parallel polyamory

• Solo polyamory & relationship anarchy

• Couples exploring or transitioning to ethical non-monogamy

• Mono-poly partnerships

• V relationships & other configurations

Inclusive & LGBTQ+ Affirming I work with clients of all genders, sexual orientations, and relationship configurations. Queer polyamory, straight polyamory, mixed-orientation polycules—all are welcome.

You don't need to have it figured out to start therapy.

Absolutely. Therapy before opening your relationship can prevent common pitfalls and build the foundation for successful ethical non-monogamy.

The process:

1. Assess readiness - Evaluate current communication and attachment security

2. Explore motivations - Ensure both partners are genuinely enthusiastic

3. Define "open" - Clarify what each person envisions

4. Create agreements - Establish disclosure, boundaries, and protocols

5. Build skills - Develop tools before you need them

Common mistakes to avoid:

• Opening to fix existing problems

• Rushing into dating without preparation

• Assuming rules prevent jealousy (only skills do)

Starting therapy before opening—or through a couples intensive—significantly increases your chances of navigating the transition successfully rather than learning through preventable crisis.

Yes. I provide therapy for triads, throuples, and larger polycules in various configurations.

Session options:

1. Whole group - All three (or more) people together

2. Specific dyads - Focus on individual relationships within the triad

3. Individual sessions - One person processing their experience

4. Combination approach - Alternating formats as needed

Triad-specific work addresses couple privilege, equal decision-making power, and communication for 3+ people. For intensive relationship work, explore my couples intensives program.

That is very common. Therapy provides space to explore differences with curiosity and compassion, helping each person feel heard while finding ways forward that respect everyone involved.

Mono-poly relationships can work and be fulfilling when both partners are genuinely comfortable with the dynamic—though they require exceptional communication, differentiation, and mutual respect.

What we address in therapy:

For many people, polyamory or monogamy is an innate orientation, not a choice—they're wired that way. We'll explore whether this represents core identity or flexible preference for each partner, how both partners can maintain their sense of self while staying emotionally connected, whether there's genuine comfort or one partner is agreeing under pressure, and what specific relationship structure could honor both orientations.

Possible outcomes:

• The poly partner has multiple relationships while the mono partner doesn't (most common)

• The mono partner slowly explores dating with poly partner's support

• The poly partner chooses monogamy with this specific person

• You recognize the incompatibility is too fundamental

Mono-poly relationships require both partners to be well-differentiated individuals who can respect each other's choices while maintaining emotional connection. Not all mono-poly relationships should continue—but with the right support, many do thrive.

Absolutely. I celebrate diversity in all forms and provide affirming therapy for multicultural, LGBTQIA2+, kink-positive, neurodivergent, and ethically non-monogamous individuals and relationships.

My commitment:

I am an anti-oppressive therapist with a systemic perspective that incorporates intersectional, liberatory, and decolonial frameworks. I understand that your stories aren't shaped in isolation—they're woven into the social, cultural, and economic contexts you navigate daily.

I work with:

• LGBTQIA2+ individuals and relationships of all configurations

• Kink-identified individuals and couples

• Neurodivergent folks (ADHD, autism, etc.) navigating ENM

• Multicultural and interracial relationships

• People holding multiple marginalized identities

I create a safe, inclusive space where all aspects of your identity are celebrated, not just tolerated. Whether you're navigating queer polyamory, kink dynamics within ENM, or neurodivergence in complex relationship structures, you'll find affirming support here.

Therapy is an ideal place to explore that uncertainty. We'll examine whether polyamory aligns with your authentic needs, values, and capacity—without pressure.

We'll examine:

• Your relationship history and patterns

• What draws you to polyamory (desire vs. pressure vs. problem-solving)

• Your concerns and whether they're manageable

• Alignment with your values, attachment style, and life vision

Signs polyamory may NOT be right:

• You're doing it only to keep a partner

• You have minimal capacity for jealousy management

• You lack time/energy for complex relationship maintenance

• It conflicts with core values

Not everyone thrives in polyamory—that's completely okay.

No. Therapy is flexible—sessions can include just you, specific partners, or the entire polycule depending on what's most effective.

Session configurations:

• Individual - Process your own experience privately

• Dyad - Work on one specific relationship

• Full polycule - Address group dynamics together

• Rotating - Alternate between configurations

Each person's experience is recognized and addressed. You don't need to force an "everyone present" model if logistics or comfort make that difficult.

Yes. Polyamory therapy is grounded in respect for consensual non monogamy. The goal is not to question your relationship structure, but to support healthy, intentional, and fulfilling connections.

Yes. Jealousy and insecurity are common and understandable experiences. Therapy helps explore where these feelings come from and supports developing tools for emotional regulation, reassurance, and self understanding.

Yes. Therapy often focuses on clarifying needs, negotiating boundaries, and revisiting agreements as relationships evolve. This work supports clearer communication and greater emotional safety.

If you are seeking a supportive, affirming space to explore relationships, communication, and emotional growth, polyamory therapy may be a good fit. Scheduling a consultation can help you explore next steps and see if this approach feels aligned.