You want to go to therapy, but you aren’t sure if it’s a safe place for you and your partner(s) You’re worried about being judged, or not understood by your therapist. At Heights Family Counseling, we want you to know that you’ve found the right place. Our therapists offer counseling for people in all kinds of relationships as long as it is between consenting adults, of course! This includes any romantic relationship that would fall into the “alternative relationships” category.
We want to give specific attention to alternative relationship therapy because we understand that the normative language of “couples” or “marriage” therapy is limiting and does not apply to all romantic relationships. If you and your partner(s) are looking for a place to do therapy, we are a fit for you!
What’s an Alternative Relationship?
In a shortened version, an alternative relationship is essentially any relationship outside of the “norm” or one that is not monogamous. As mentioned above, these relationships come in all shapes and sizes.
Alternative relationship includes, but is not limited to:
Consensual non-monogamy
Polyamory
Swinging
Kink
Open-relationships.
If you have chosen to be in a relationship that is outside of a two-person norm, then odds are you are in an alternative relationship. We’re not pushy about labels though. So, if you prefer to call is something else, we are okay with that, too! Bottom line – our therapists welcome and are trained to work with ALL TYPES of relationships!
Heights Family Counseling is Judgment Free Zone
Some individuals who are in an alternative relationship are nervous to begin counseling. They worry about being judged or persecuted due to their choices. Rest assured; our counseling professionals who are knowledgeable about all types of relationships. Our therapists will work with you and your partner(s) in a non-judgmental and non-assumptive manner! Our goal is to help you and your partner(s) cultivate the type of healthy relationship(s) you each desire! You deserve to be seen, just exactly as you are. We are honored to be able to be a support in your life and/or relationship.
Our Sex Positive Counseling Approach to Alternative Relationship Therapy
At Heights Family Counseling, we take a sex-positive approach. We believe that consensual sexual activities can be incredibly important for most adults. Our approach is to not only understand but CELEBRATE sexual diversity. We enjoy working with people who identify or are exploring LBGTQIA, open relationships, polyamory, kink, and BDSM. Many people enter counseling and feel that they are mentally unstable or unhealthy for having these behaviors. But, that’s far from the case. We accept your sexual choices as part of who you are so you can be true to yourself and life the life you want to live.
At Heights Family Counseling You Will Be Accepted for Who You Are
We all long for respect and support no matter how we identify: monogamous, married, living apart, polyamorous, or exploring an unconventional relationship. Having a relationship that is outside of the mainstream can lead to specific difficulties. These difficulties can make it hard to be yourself and lead to mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, and more. Because society expectations make your life challenging, it’s extremely important that you find a therapist who is skilled at helping people with your beliefs.
We offer kink and poly-friendly therapy in Texas
We are poly-friendly and understand open relationships, and we also have specific training that helps us work with the special issues that can arise in these relationships. We have certified sex therapists and sex coaches on staff who specialize in intimacy issues that may arise. No matter why you are seeking support, we want you to feel understood, accepted, and know we can support you and your relationship.
We are LGBTQIA affirming
HFC is also a LGBTQIA+ friendly counseling practice. During therapy, you can expect a non-judgmental space for you to move through all the complexities that life can bring. For instance, counseling can help explore and understand your sexuality or gender identity. We specialize in helping with specific issues that arise in the areas of coming out, sexual and gender identity, as well as couples counseling for LGBTQIA relationships. It is essential that counseling is with someone you can genuinely trust and will genuinely care for you, all parts of you.
Begin Alternative Relationship Therapy in Houston, TX or San Antonio, TX
Everyone needs someone in their corner to support them through life’s challenges. At HFC we strive to provide unconditional support to all people and all families. Follow these steps to begin counseling in Houston, TX and San Antonio, TX:
1. Contact our counseling clinic to set up a free phone consultation,
2. Meet with a member of our therapy team,
3. Begin divorce counseling to heal from the past and make positive changes moving forward.
