Open Relationships Non-Monogamy Therapists in Albany County, NY
Hi all! Thank you so much for visiting my page! I really enjoy working with adults and couples of diverse cultural backgrounds and identities. I typically work best with folks who are looking for help with emotional difficulties (anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, grief), relationship issues, and substance use issues. I also welcome clients hoping to explore their gender, sexuality, and relationships involving nonmonogamy and polyamory. I am available for both individual and couple therapy, in-person or virtually!
Hi all! Thank you so much for visiting my page! I really enjoy working with adults and couples of diverse cultural backgrounds and identities. I typically work best with folks who are looking for help with emotional difficulties (anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, grief), relationship issues, and substance use issues. I also welcome clients hoping to explore their gender, sexuality, and relationships involving nonmonogamy and polyamory. I am available for both individual and couple therapy, in-person or virtually!
James Ramseur III
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Albany, NY 12210 (Online Only)
I specialize in issues relating to gender and sexuality, including affirming LGBTQIA+ identity, kink/BDSM, and polyamory/ENM.
As a therapist I firmly believe that transformative growth and liberation depend on first developing a trusting relationship. My individual clients are looking for space to discuss anxiety, pressures from work and family, and daily stressors with someone who recognizes the connections to social identity. When working in relationships—whether romantic, sexual, familial—my clients value the safety to each express their needs and better understand one another.
I specialize in issues relating to gender and sexuality, including affirming LGBTQIA+ identity, kink/BDSM, and polyamory/ENM.
As a therapist I firmly believe that transformative growth and liberation depend on first developing a trusting relationship. My individual clients are looking for space to discuss anxiety, pressures from work and family, and daily stressors with someone who recognizes the connections to social identity. When working in relationships—whether romantic, sexual, familial—my clients value the safety to each express their needs and better understand one another.
Hi, I'm Jeffrey Kishner, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, specializing in addressing challenges related to sex, relationships, diverse identities, and sexual/relational practices such as LGBTQ, kink, and polyamory. Through a collaborative approach, I empower clients to navigate feelings, confront self-limiting beliefs, and align their lives with their values without dictating solutions. In my therapeutic approach, I mainly utilize client-centered methods, elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), relational psychodynamics, and mindfulness techniques.
Hi, I'm Jeffrey Kishner, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, specializing in addressing challenges related to sex, relationships, diverse identities, and sexual/relational practices such as LGBTQ, kink, and polyamory. Through a collaborative approach, I empower clients to navigate feelings, confront self-limiting beliefs, and align their lives with their values without dictating solutions. In my therapeutic approach, I mainly utilize client-centered methods, elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), relational psychodynamics, and mindfulness techniques.
Lillian Ankrah
Art Therapist, ATR-BC, LCAT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Albany, NY 12207 (Online Only)
Clients come to me when they are questioning the health and safety of their intimate relationships, when they are confused and overwhelmed about how to manage people in their life who continue to hurt them, when they are dealing with the difficult decision of leaving a dysfunctional and unsafe job environment for their emotional stability…. My clients want to live peacefully, love abundantly and feel empowered! Hi! I’m Lillian. I’m an Art Therapist and I specialize in helping ambitious women who are healing from abusive or unhealthy relationships find more joy, peace, satisfaction and fulfillment.
Clients come to me when they are questioning the health and safety of their intimate relationships, when they are confused and overwhelmed about how to manage people in their life who continue to hurt them, when they are dealing with the difficult decision of leaving a dysfunctional and unsafe job environment for their emotional stability…. My clients want to live peacefully, love abundantly and feel empowered! Hi! I’m Lillian. I’m an Art Therapist and I specialize in helping ambitious women who are healing from abusive or unhealthy relationships find more joy, peace, satisfaction and fulfillment.
I am a COVID cautious clinician. Therapy and reaching out for support is hard, especially being a part of the LGBTQ+ community because of the marginalization and oppression experienced when seeking this support. I am actively working to change that narrative and provide a space where you can be 100% authentically yourself without fear or judgment. YOU are the leader in your mental health journey and you deserve to feel that way. Unpacking trauma, learning to communicate, and setting boundaries are things that I enjoy working with people on, though there are many other things.
I am a COVID cautious clinician. Therapy and reaching out for support is hard, especially being a part of the LGBTQ+ community because of the marginalization and oppression experienced when seeking this support. I am actively working to change that narrative and provide a space where you can be 100% authentically yourself without fear or judgment. YOU are the leader in your mental health journey and you deserve to feel that way. Unpacking trauma, learning to communicate, and setting boundaries are things that I enjoy working with people on, though there are many other things.
Thomas Wells
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, CASAC-M, I-EMDR, CCTP
Verified Verified
Albany, NY 12207 (Online Only)
Life can be filled with unexpected challenges, stress, and uncertainty. My passion is to assist children and adolescents in overcoming personal struggles. With over six years of clinical experience, I have helped individuals with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief/loss, work/school issues, and relationship problems. Together, we will identify your unique needs and goals in a safe, non-judgmental therapy setting. You can begin the journey towards feeling better about yourself and your life through therapeutic support.
Life can be filled with unexpected challenges, stress, and uncertainty. My passion is to assist children and adolescents in overcoming personal struggles. With over six years of clinical experience, I have helped individuals with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief/loss, work/school issues, and relationship problems. Together, we will identify your unique needs and goals in a safe, non-judgmental therapy setting. You can begin the journey towards feeling better about yourself and your life through therapeutic support.
One life is One story, is it time to change yours? I aim to help folks take life to the next level, whether it's improving relationships, healing old wounds, or making meaning out of life. I like to integrate both concrete and abstract methods to help folks with work towards their hopes and dreams. Sessions are through telehealth to people across NY and FL. >Appts Avail: Monday 11am biwkly, Monday 1pm weekly, Thursday 11am biwkly, Thursday 12noon wkly. <
One life is One story, is it time to change yours? I aim to help folks take life to the next level, whether it's improving relationships, healing old wounds, or making meaning out of life. I like to integrate both concrete and abstract methods to help folks with work towards their hopes and dreams. Sessions are through telehealth to people across NY and FL. >Appts Avail: Monday 11am biwkly, Monday 1pm weekly, Thursday 11am biwkly, Thursday 12noon wkly. <
**I am bilingual: English and Spanish. My availability is currently only during the day, before 4:30pm.** Starting the therapy process can be very challenging, especially during these times! Not only is it tough to find matching availability, but you also want someone with the necessary skills as well as a good interpersonal connection. My approach is to be collaborative and supportive, while also focusing on warmth and safety. I want to to explore your needs, goals, and motivation. You are the expert on your life, and I am a team member that helps you get you to where you want to be.
**I am bilingual: English and Spanish. My availability is currently only during the day, before 4:30pm.** Starting the therapy process can be very challenging, especially during these times! Not only is it tough to find matching availability, but you also want someone with the necessary skills as well as a good interpersonal connection. My approach is to be collaborative and supportive, while also focusing on warmth and safety. I want to to explore your needs, goals, and motivation. You are the expert on your life, and I am a team member that helps you get you to where you want to be.
Little Light Mental Health Counseling, PLLC
Counselor, EdM, LMHC
Verified Verified
Colonie, NY 12205
My intention is to help you improve healthy coping to manage depression, anxiety, trauma or distress associated with life transitions. Mental health disorders can leave one feeling isolated and stigmatized which can hinder building healthy relationships with ourselves and others.
My intention is to help you improve healthy coping to manage depression, anxiety, trauma or distress associated with life transitions. Mental health disorders can leave one feeling isolated and stigmatized which can hinder building healthy relationships with ourselves and others.
Chenique Boutelle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Albany, NY 12204 (Online Only)
Do you feel overwhelmed by the emotional rollercoaster of parenthood? Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma during the perinatal period? Do you find yourself working to connect with a "new" you? I understand how challenging this time can be. The perinatal period is a time of not only birth but rebirth—a time of great change and adjustment, both physically and emotionally. I offer grace, validation, and hope, creating a safe, nurturing space where you can explore your experiences and concerns without judgment. Together, we’ll tailor a plan to help you thrive during this transformative journey and beyond.
Do you feel overwhelmed by the emotional rollercoaster of parenthood? Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma during the perinatal period? Do you find yourself working to connect with a "new" you? I understand how challenging this time can be. The perinatal period is a time of not only birth but rebirth—a time of great change and adjustment, both physically and emotionally. I offer grace, validation, and hope, creating a safe, nurturing space where you can explore your experiences and concerns without judgment. Together, we’ll tailor a plan to help you thrive during this transformative journey and beyond.
We are a co-op of healers that provide services like somatic-based approaches like psychedelic care, Polarity work, Brainspotting, BEMER, Neuro/biofeedback, Reiki, and Cranio-Sacral. We are a mental health spa/gym where anyone can exercise their minds, heal through Mindfulness, get accountability for self-care, and individual psychedelic support. From our research, we offer the Path of the Wounded Healer for those who are looking for ongoing support, mental wellness, and common sense approach. Through the lens of Positive Psychology and Recovery, we support healing through bodywork, regulation, and psychedelics as plant medicine.
We are a co-op of healers that provide services like somatic-based approaches like psychedelic care, Polarity work, Brainspotting, BEMER, Neuro/biofeedback, Reiki, and Cranio-Sacral. We are a mental health spa/gym where anyone can exercise their minds, heal through Mindfulness, get accountability for self-care, and individual psychedelic support. From our research, we offer the Path of the Wounded Healer for those who are looking for ongoing support, mental wellness, and common sense approach. Through the lens of Positive Psychology and Recovery, we support healing through bodywork, regulation, and psychedelics as plant medicine.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Latham, NY 12110
Waitlist for new clients
I am a NYS Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 9 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families. My experiences include working with adolescents and young adults in both an outpatient setting as well as in higher levels of intensive care. I specialize in working with individuals with a wide range of struggles including those seeking to explore ways to better manage stress, build healthy relationships, navigate processing traumatic events, and identify healthy coping skills to increase ability to manage symptoms of anxiety and depression.
I am a NYS Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 9 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families. My experiences include working with adolescents and young adults in both an outpatient setting as well as in higher levels of intensive care. I specialize in working with individuals with a wide range of struggles including those seeking to explore ways to better manage stress, build healthy relationships, navigate processing traumatic events, and identify healthy coping skills to increase ability to manage symptoms of anxiety and depression.
Do you feel like you're stuck and finding it hard to motivate yourself? Do you notice yourself feeling worried, disconnected, or on edge often? Are you looking for support as you navigate a major life change? I specialize in working with individuals who are looking for ways to bring positive changes into their lives, even if they may be unsure of the steps they need to take to achieve them. You may be experiencing stressors that are making it challenging for you to feel in control of your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Together, we can work towards empowering you to overcome these challenges and live a more fulfilling life.
Do you feel like you're stuck and finding it hard to motivate yourself? Do you notice yourself feeling worried, disconnected, or on edge often? Are you looking for support as you navigate a major life change? I specialize in working with individuals who are looking for ways to bring positive changes into their lives, even if they may be unsure of the steps they need to take to achieve them. You may be experiencing stressors that are making it challenging for you to feel in control of your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Together, we can work towards empowering you to overcome these challenges and live a more fulfilling life.
Trying to overcome grief and the oppression of our current systems is exhausting. Being in relationship with others in a shifting world can be scary. If you're wanting to find relief from bearing the weight of it all, I hope to help carry it. I work from a trauma-informed, sex-positive, anti-oppressive stance and hope to create an environment of warmth, connection, and curiosity. I aim to honor the ways in which larger social structures shape our experience of day-to-day life and offer a space where you can be heard, understood, and uplifted. I will work to hold space for the complexities of your life and the grief we all experience
Trying to overcome grief and the oppression of our current systems is exhausting. Being in relationship with others in a shifting world can be scary. If you're wanting to find relief from bearing the weight of it all, I hope to help carry it. I work from a trauma-informed, sex-positive, anti-oppressive stance and hope to create an environment of warmth, connection, and curiosity. I aim to honor the ways in which larger social structures shape our experience of day-to-day life and offer a space where you can be heard, understood, and uplifted. I will work to hold space for the complexities of your life and the grief we all experience
If you're feeling stuck, anxious and/or struggling with addiction, a life change, a relationship (monogamous/open/poly) or chronic illness, you're not alone! You have the power to adjust, adapt and move forward in a healthy way; I will be happy to try and help along the way!
If you're feeling stuck, anxious and/or struggling with addiction, a life change, a relationship (monogamous/open/poly) or chronic illness, you're not alone! You have the power to adjust, adapt and move forward in a healthy way; I will be happy to try and help along the way!
Angela Mercer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Latham, NY 12110 (Online Only)
Have you been feeling stuck, disconnected, like you have no strengths, or not like yourself? Whether you are dealing with life transitions, everyday stressors, parenting, anxiety, or depression you are not alone. No matter what is going on in your life, therapy is a safe space to express yourself, process feelings and events, and learn how to cope, build resiliency, and become more empowered.
Have you been feeling stuck, disconnected, like you have no strengths, or not like yourself? Whether you are dealing with life transitions, everyday stressors, parenting, anxiety, or depression you are not alone. No matter what is going on in your life, therapy is a safe space to express yourself, process feelings and events, and learn how to cope, build resiliency, and become more empowered.
Are you seeking evidence-based psychotherapy to help you achieve your goals or manage your symptoms in the most effective way? If you or your child are struggling with your mood, anxiety, trauma, obsessive or unhelpful thinking patterns, chronic pain, or behaviors you wish to change, I or another qualified therapist at MindWell Psychology may be able to help you.
Are you seeking evidence-based psychotherapy to help you achieve your goals or manage your symptoms in the most effective way? If you or your child are struggling with your mood, anxiety, trauma, obsessive or unhelpful thinking patterns, chronic pain, or behaviors you wish to change, I or another qualified therapist at MindWell Psychology may be able to help you.
When life feels impossible, you deserve somewhere that can offer safety, care, and empowerment to help you face the challenges of this world. Our mission at Prism Counseling & Advocacy is to give the LGBTQIA+ community a space to feel free; to nurture our community, our culture, our language, our rhythm, and our souls. We offer individual therapy, family therapy, couple/partner therapy, group therapy, and harm reduction services for both substance use difficulties and disordered eating. We believe in every persons right to live a full and beautiful life - with the right support and understanding we hope to make this a reality.
When life feels impossible, you deserve somewhere that can offer safety, care, and empowerment to help you face the challenges of this world. Our mission at Prism Counseling & Advocacy is to give the LGBTQIA+ community a space to feel free; to nurture our community, our culture, our language, our rhythm, and our souls. We offer individual therapy, family therapy, couple/partner therapy, group therapy, and harm reduction services for both substance use difficulties and disordered eating. We believe in every persons right to live a full and beautiful life - with the right support and understanding we hope to make this a reality.
Ashley C. Whiteside
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Albany, NY 12206
My name is Ashley and I am a healer, therapist, doula, and educator. I am fueled by my charge: to walk alongside Black and Brown femmes as they continue on the ever-evolving process of self-discovery, making adjustments to live in alignment with their desires and express themselves the most authentically. I believe that choosing to heal is a radical act of self-love. I am a Licensed Social Worker and in my practice, I center and prioritize the experiences and healing of Black and Brown Femmes (women, girls). I serve as a guide as clients navigate back to a space of remembering the inherent truths of who they are and desire to be.
My name is Ashley and I am a healer, therapist, doula, and educator. I am fueled by my charge: to walk alongside Black and Brown femmes as they continue on the ever-evolving process of self-discovery, making adjustments to live in alignment with their desires and express themselves the most authentically. I believe that choosing to heal is a radical act of self-love. I am a Licensed Social Worker and in my practice, I center and prioritize the experiences and healing of Black and Brown Femmes (women, girls). I serve as a guide as clients navigate back to a space of remembering the inherent truths of who they are and desire to be.
Jessica Doerr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Voorheesville, NY 12186
I am honored to help clients of all ages heal from trauma, and develop habits of self-care. I also have experience helping people work through grief and loss, depression and anxiety. I see therapy as a sacred space to express and process feelings, and develop new, adaptive skills. I love watching clients build the lives they want from the inside out.
I am honored to help clients of all ages heal from trauma, and develop habits of self-care. I also have experience helping people work through grief and loss, depression and anxiety. I see therapy as a sacred space to express and process feelings, and develop new, adaptive skills. I love watching clients build the lives they want from the inside out.
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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.