Therapy for Polyamorous, Non-Monogamous, and Open Relationships
Andy Price, LMFT specializes in couples and relationship therapy for polyamorous, non-monogamous, and open relationships. Andy works with couples and relationships in person in Sacramento or online anywhere in California.
Tired of feeling stuck in the same argument?
Trying to heal and rebuild after a breach of trust?
Need support navigating relationship agreements or jealousy?
New to ethical non-monogamy or exploring whether you want an open relationship?
Relationship Therapy in Sacramento and across California
Looking for a therapist who specializes in supporting LGBTQIA+ relationships, non-monogamy/polyamory, and kink dynamics?
Relationship therapy can you navigate conflict, build relationship agreements, and repair after emotional pain or breaches of trust
What you can gain from relationship therapy for polyamory and monogamous relationships
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Gain insight into your triggers for arguments or jealousy
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Learn new ways to communicate.
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Feel safe navigating differing needs and talking about the "tough stuff"
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Know that your needs matter
What to Expect During Relationship Therapy
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You will learn to understand your conflict cycle - how each of you reacts when you feel hurt, unseen, or worried - and how those protective responses unintentionally keep the disconnection going.
Conflict is inevitable in relationships, but recognizing your conflict cycle can you help make moments of conflict more productive.
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Relationship agreements are structured conversations about needs, expectations, boundaries, and desires in a relationship. Having intentional conversations about needs, expectations, boundaries, and desires can prevent future conflict and help you feel supported in your relationship.
If you and your partner(s) are new to non-monogamy, therapy can help guide your conversations about relationship agreements, helping you identify your needs and desires for your relationship structure.
Even if you are not new to non-monogamy, it can be helpful to revisit relationship agreements. Your needs may have changed since you started your relationship, or maybe you have realized you need clearer and more direct communication about relationship agreements. Relationship agreements can be an ongoing conversation and therapy can equip you with the tools to return to these conversations in the future.
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Curious about non-monogamy or an open relationship? Trying to determine what form of relationship structure suits you and your partner(s)?
Therapy can help you and your partner(s) identify what you each value in relationships. Identifying what you value helps to identify what relationship structure will best align with how you want to approach relationships.
If you and your partner(s) have differing needs and values, therapy can help you find areas of compromise or ways that you can support each other’s differing needs.
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Breaches of trust and infidelity can happen in polyamorous and non-monogamous relationships.
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I use emotionally focused therapy is an evidence-based approach to relationship therapy. This approach uses the science of attachment theory and understanding of emotions to help partners build a deeper and mutually supportive emotional bond.
I also draw from the Gottman Method to help you understand your relationship dynamics and build tools for a lasting, stronger relationship
What can therapy for polyamorous and non-monogamous relationships help support?
LGBTQIA+ relationships
Guidance for how to approach non-monogamy
Breaches of trust
Conflict & communication
Relationship agreements
Internalized shame and stigma
Emotional Connection
Sex and intimacy
Kink & BDSM
Frequently Asked Questions
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This practice is a good fit for couples who want both practical communication tools and deeper work on the patterns shaping their relationship. Many of my clients are looking for an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist, looking for a therapist knowledgable about polyamory, and/or navigating the impact of past trauma on their current relationship.
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This practice may not be the best fit if you’re currently experiencing an acute mental health crisis, struggling with substance abuse, or need intensive structure and stabilization. Please see my Resources page for a list of support that can better serve your current needs.
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Most couples start to notice small changes within the first few sessions. Deeper, lasting change typically takes several months. If you're working through long-standing disconnection or a deep betrayal, the process may take longer.
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My specialities include LGBTQIA+ relationships, gender affirming care, supporting non-monogamous dynamics and relationship agreements, affairs and breaches of trust, conflict, trauma, emotional connection, sex and intimacy and, neurodivergent relationships.
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Andy Price provides couples therapy in person Sacramento and online across California, specializing in LGBTQIA+ relationships, breaches of trust, non-monogamy/polyamory, and sex/intimacy.
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I offer convenient online scheduling. If you’re ready to get started, go here to schedule your first session. If you have any questions, feel free to email me at andy@andypricetherapy.com
I typically meet with both partners for the first session and with each partner individually during the second to help get to know each of you individually.
Hi, I’m Andy (they/them)
I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I provide sessions in person in Sacramento and online across California. I am passionate about helping people build authentic, connected, and affirming relationships.
I specialize in working with queer and trans individuals, couples, and non-monogamous relationships, supporting them as they navigate challenges of identity, sex and intimacy, relationships, political stressors, and life’s tough moments.
I value authentically showing up as myself, which means I’ll show you my personality, share my sense of humor with you, and also sit with you in moments of pain. I hope that authentically showing up as myself empowers you to authentically be yourself.