August 30th, 2010
Judgement. I know you’ve felt it from people, maybe even from a therapist. Judgement that your “lifestyle” isn’t healthy. That there’s something wrong with your open relationship. Maybe you’ve even been told that your intimate relationships are a sign that you can’t commit, you’re immature, or some other nonsense.
If this describes your experience, then you know how important it is to find a therapist who doesn’t pathologize your kind of loving. Finding a therapist who is affirming, sex positive, and informed of polyamorous and open, non-monogamous relationships is key to working on your concerns, even if the concerns are unrelated to your love and sex life.
I’m such a therapist. I know that there are infinite ways people can express their love and desires. I also know that our hearts and libidos can be open to many people. I am glad to work with you on your relationships concerns or anything else. You wont be pathologized for your desires or relationships.
If your looking for a poly-friendly therapist in Dupont Circle, Washington, DC, feel free to call me at 202/460-6384 or email me at Mike.Giordano.MSW@gmail.com.