Polyamorous and Open Relationships

Emily specializes in supporting individuals and couples in polyamorous and open relationships. Through tailored therapy sessions, She helps clients navigate the complexities of multiple partnerships by fostering open communication, establishing healthy boundaries, and promoting mutual respect. By creating a safe and non-judgmental space, I work collaboratively with clients to address challenges, explore personal growth, and enhance relationship dynamics within the context of n

I work with individuals, couples, triads, and polycules of all configurations to achieve healthy communication, reduce jealousy, negotiate boundaries, and resolve common conflicts experienced in non-traditional relationship styles. I work extensively to provide education to (and on) the polyam, ENM, CNM community and see these relationship styles as valid and healthy, not psychopathological.

I also feel very passionate about working with poly/ENM folks. Poly relationships are so dope and so fucking hard. They can really shine a spotlight on old shit and I am really good at helping bring down the walls and navigate through all the muck. You can read all the books you want, but ultimately there’s no roadmap - ya’ll have to sit down and figure out how YOU want to create your relationships. I’ll be right there with you as you navigate these scary but much needed discussions.

Those who engage in non-mainstream relationships sometimes face special difficulties and challenges that many therapists are either untrained or inexperienced in addressing. Through both education and experience, I am knowledgeable about poly/ENM/open relationships, and I have experience working with diverse relationship groupings and the unique (and non-unique!) issues and conflicts that arise therein.

Non-traditional relationships offer the opportunity to maximize our interpersonal connectedness. I seek to support folks in polyamorous and open relationships by embracing the difficult emotions that often arise and processing them as strengths.

Do you feel like you can’t say how you really feel? Do you love your partner, and also realize no single person could, or even should be everything? Do you watch RomComs shouting “just date both of them!” You might be poly, swinging, or you might be somewhere in the middle; how you date, copulate, and relate is valid. Whether you are trying to explore who you are, come out, or do what you do better, I am here to replace the lack of Disney movies showcasing your flavor of romance.

I work extensively with consensual non monogamy and help to identify boundaries, engage in emotional healing, and move towards connection.

I have worked with a wide variety of relationship structures with clients that include ethical non-monogamy, poly relationships, relationship anarchy, etc. I also have lived experience in this area.

There remain many misunderstandings and stigmas surrounding this way of living. As a person with lived experience in this community, I am sensitive and attuned to the complex challenges (and rich rewards) that can come with polyamory.

I help individuals and couples navigate the complexities and joys of non-monogamous, open, and polyamorous relationships. Clear goals, boundaries, trust, respect, consent, and communication are vital but not sufficient aspects to success in these partnerships. Whether you are newly considering opening up your relationship or have been a part of the community for some time, I’d be happy to help you explore and create the relationship structure that is most pleasurable for you.

I enjoy working with people who have a great capacity for love. When forming relationships, it's easy to get caught up in the moment and make statements like "forever" or "never" and later realize that it wasn't a promise you could keep. There are so many different ways to love and so many different kinds of relationships and kinds of fulfillment that we get from all those possibilities, it can be difficult to be tied to just one. I'm here to help you navigate the desires of your whole heart.

Many therapists have a difficult time understanding polyamorous and open relationships and the specific opportunities and challenges that the lifestyle brings. There are innumerable ways to have relationships and I am open to exploring all the ways that you can have healthy and happy relationships. I generally see individuals, not couples.

I am emphatically affirming of all relationship structures and using components of mindful self-compassion, I believe our best way to the relationships we want is to take juicy care of ourselves and can learn how to better identify what we want and then practice drawing the boundaries and structure to get and preserve it.

I come with expert knowledge of what it is to be polyamorous/ENM and the unique challenges that can come with this relationship structure. Whether you need assistance processing through broken boundaries, dismantling couple’s privilege, or letting go of the relationship escalator, I’m here to help. I have lead support groups and guided folks through the tender process of discovering ENM for themselves as well as completed trainings and clinical articles about treating polyamorous folks.

Navigating the intricate connections of relationships is a journey filled with complexities and nuances, especially when exploring the realm of multiple partners. Whether you're embarking on the conversation about embracing an open or polyamorous relationship, taking the first steps to open your current connection, or finding yourself in the midst of challenges within an alternative relationship, rest assured – you've found the perfect space to unravel these intricacies.

I've worked with many clients who have engaged in various forms of ethical non-monogamy in individual and couples sessions. I've had friends who engaged in ethical non-monogamy since I was in undergrad. I tried it myself, but didn't find it was a good fit for me I educate clients about ethical non-monogamy as an option if they have historically been monogamous. I educate clients about how to do it well cause it involves a lot of communication and negotiation of needs as well as clear boundaries.

Emilie offers non-judgmental and affirming support for individuals and couples navigating polyamorous and open relationships. With a commitment to understanding and respecting diverse relationship structures, Emilie creates a safe space for clients to explore their desires, boundaries, and communication needs within their unique relationship dynamics.

Ethical Non-Monogamous, Polyamorous, Polyfidelitous, Hub and Spoke, Dealing with new relationship dynamics.