Hello - Poly couple

[PNPPie]

Good Morning All,

We are a poly couple from Toronto. We have been together for almost 3 years and are both married to others.

We are looking for a Therapist in Toronto that understands the Poly Lifestyle and young children.

If any would have any recommendations, we would much appreciate it.

Thank you all.

PNP

 

[kdt26417]

Greetings PNPPie,
Welcome to our forum. Please feel free to lurk, browse, etc.

Try the following:

• http://openingup.net/open-list/
• http://polyfriendly.org/index.php
• http://www.polychromatic.com/pfp/main.php
• http://www.lovemore.com/whydonate/polyamory-professionals/
• http://www.polyamory.com/forum/showthread.php?p=333894#post333894
• http://www.polyamory.com/forum/showthread.php?p=333927#post333927
• https://ncsfreedom.org/resources/kink-aware-professionals-directory/kap-directory-homepage.html
• http://therapists.psychologytoday.c...edium=link&utm_campaign=topnav_find_therapist

If you can't find a poly-familiar therapist, but can find an open-minded therapist, ask them to read, "What Psychology Professionals Should Know about Polyamory," a book by Geri Weitzman, Ph.D., Joy Davidson, Ph.D., and Robert A. Phillips, Jr., Ph.D.

Hope that helps.
Sincerely,
Kevin T., "official greeter"

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[Ravenscroft]

As when trying to find the right chiropractor, finding a therapist that suits you is largely a matter of shopping around, with a bit of luck thrown in.

And speaking of luck, you might happen to know someone in a circumstance similar to your own who can at least point you toward a prospect.

However, being self-described as "poly-friendly" tells you very little. Around here, various Catholic & evangelical churches put up "abortion counseling services" that steer pregnant women away from even thinking about abortion as an option, & have been known to harass them if they stop showing up for their "sessions."

Any therapist is free to claim "poly friendly" without Clue One as to definition, & in fact could be firmly against nonmonogamy, happy to bill you while they put you down.

If you actually need a therapist, then rather than sitting around hoping for your White Knight, your time would be MUCH better spent visiting a few practicing therapists. The best of them will recommend you to someone more specialized if they feel you need it.