Open Relationship Counseling

Open Relationships or Non-monogamy is a valid and fulfilling relationship choice, but it can sometimes come with unique challenges that require support and understanding. You may be managing multiple relationships, addressing feelings of jealousy or insecurity, or simply seeking guidance as you explore your relationship dynamics.

-You Deserve to Be Supported, Understood, and Empowered-

Living an open, non-monogamous, or polyamorous lifestyle means honoring your relationships and emotional connections in ways that work for you and your partners. Open Relationship Therapy provides compassionate care for individuals and polyamorous families, helping you navigate the complexities of non-monogamous relationships in a safe and judgment-free environment.

Signs that indicate it’s a good time to reach out for help are:

  • Feeling insecure and not enough

  • Feeling isolated and like you can’t relate

  • Feeling overwhelmed and not sure where to start

  • Having “uncontrollable” feelings of jealously

  • Feeling shut down and avoiding your partner(s) and relationship

  • Feeling anxious about new partners and bringing them into the relationship

  • Having trouble time managing or keeping up with your partner’s needs  

  • Feeling sad or depressed around partner loss or break-up

You might find yourself thinking:

  •  “I don’t understand why I feel the way I do but it won’t go away”

  • “What if I can’t stop feeling this way?”

  •  “I am trying my best, but it doesn’t feel like it’s enough”

  • “I feel like I want them to just break up! Is that bad?”

  • “Will this ever end, or will I feel like this forever?”

  • “Will we be able to survive this, or will I have to choose?”

  • “I just keep hurting my partner and I feel awful”

  • “We keep trying to get on the same page, but it just isn’t working”

    Do You Need To Talk? I am Here

As an open relationship, non-monogamy, and polyamory therapist, I have an understanding of the ongoing stressors individuals face in these relationships.  I am committed to helping clients of all relationship diversities, including :

Monogamy

Opening Up

Monogamish

Consensual Non-Monogamy

Open Relationship

Swinging

Polyamory

Triads

Quads

Poly Families

Relationship Anarchists

BDSM Relationships

If you are looking to open your relationship, reassess your current relationships, or work through feelings of envy, jealousy, and mistrust, I will be with you every step of the way. Together, we will explore how to navigate fear and uncertainty while identifying and highlighting growth areas within your relationships.

-Create The Relationship You Imagine-

Contact Me Today for Open Relationship Counseling

If you are looking for an open relationship counseling San Diego service that can support you as you navigate your feelings and explore your wants and needs, contact me at (619) 623-4457 or send an email to therapy@juliaschiffmanmsw.com. I offer a free 20-minute consultation so I can hear more about those most important to you or we can schedule your first session below today.