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Open relationships are relationships in which partners have agreed to be non-monogamous and have sexual or romantic relationships with other people. Open (or polyamorous) relationships can be rewarding, but they can also be sources of jealousy, self-doubt, anger, and miscommunication.

If you’re having trouble in an open relationship or are considering one, guidance from licensed therapists or counselors can go a long way. Relationship therapists are well-equipped to help you navigate the intricacies of open relationships, so you can feel more fulfilled in your relationships and be supportive and trusting with your partners.

Whether you are located in downtown Pleasanton, the suburbs of Pleasanton, other nearby places such as Dublin, Fremont, or anywhere else in California, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Common Open Relationship Issues

Just like monogamous relationships, open relationships can be turbulent. Polyamorous relationships can create a variety of negative issues for you and your partner, including:

  • Jealousy
  • Self-doubt or low self-esteem
  • Pressure or coercion to enter into a non-monogamous relationship
  • Fear over sexual health and disease
  • Arguments or conflicts stemming from a lack of efficient communication
  • Lack of clear boundaries and limits on outside relationships
  • Honesty and trust issues
  • Uncertainty about the reasons for an open relationship

If you are feeling any of these issues that may happen with open relationships, check out licensed therapist Nicole O’Hare’s 10 tips to improve communication in your relationship.

A Better Open Relationship is Within Reach with Therapy

Relationship therapy can help you tremendously, enabling you to enjoy your relationships even more. Mental Health Match can help you find an experienced relationship therapist or counselor in your area. Start by browsing open relationship experts below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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My approach is client centered. This is YOUR session, & I am here to listen, validate, educate, and guide. I provide easy to implement daily tools. We can laugh, learn, and cry, whatever you need to achieve your goals for optimal functioning.

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I focus on both the body and the mind. I will support the development of new insight into self and behavior through the emotional work as well as supporting a growing awareness of the body's response to strong emotions.

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I work with people in the kink, LGBTQIA+, and non-monogamous communities to address performance anxieties, desire discrepancies, use of sex/porn or substances, confusion about sexuality, relationship conflict, and communication issues.

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work together to build the tools, confidence, and compassion you need to enjoy the healthy, fulfilling relationships you deserve. Whether you are participating as an individual or with a partner, you can make the changes you need.


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work together to build the tools, confidence, and compassion you need to enjoy the healthy, fulfilling relationships you deserve. Whether you are participating as an individual or with a partner, you can make the changes you need.

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Our sessions will be tailored to your goal so that you walk away with not only skills to apply, but new insight into yourself. I will encourage you to question assumptions you never thought you had, while providing a safe space for growth.

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