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thetammyjo -> RE: Finding therepy within the lifestyle (1/3/2007 7:31:34 AM)
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ORIGINAL: tabithaaz
Does anyone know of a resource of finding therapy that is familiar with the lifestyle?
While it can be helpful to find someone who is also kinky or who bills him/herself as "kink aware" I don't think it is necessary.
A good therapist can help you regardless of her knowledge or her personal opinions because she realizes that her job is to help you become the best you can through primarily asking questions, validating your feelings when they are helpful, and suggesting new ways of looking at things.
I've been with the same therapist for many years now. She knew nothing about BDSM or poly. She is wonderful and we (the entire family) go to her about once a month just as a way to help us more objectively deal with any issues that arise. She has never told any of us that our dynamics are wrong and in fact has told us that we are really a very healthy family with a lot of love.
I recommend paying several therapist for one session, being honest with each, and feeling them out before you chose one. Listen closely, watch them closely, and remember that as a client you always have the right to not return if you feel your lifestyle is being attacked or belittled.
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