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    One of the primary benefits of working with a Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable therapist is that they can provide a non-judgmental, sex-positive space for clients to discuss their desires and experiences. Many people who are involved in kink or BDSM may feel shame or stigma around their interests, and having a therapist who understands and accepts these practices can be immensely validating. 

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    Irina Tsyplenkova
    Video Profile
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 2 HOURS

    Irina Tsyplenkova

    Irina Tsyplenkova

    Gestalt Counsellor
    Grief & Loss • Couples therapy • Therapy for Expats • Midlife Transitions • Sexuality • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 2 HOURS
    Grief & Loss • Couples therapy • Therapy for Expats • Midlife Transitions • Sexuality • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable
    €75 / session75
    Hilversum
    Online only
    Ellis Graham
    RESPONSE TIME UNKNOWN

    Ellis Graham

    Ellis Graham

    Counsellor & Psychological Counsellor
    ADHD: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder • Autism spectrum • Female empowerment • Gender identity • LGBTQ+ • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy
    RESPONSE TIME UNKNOWN
    ADHD: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder • Autism spectrum • Female empowerment • Gender identity • LGBTQ+ • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy
    €75 / session75
    Valencia
    Online and Text
    Berfin Alyesil
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 2 HOURS

    Berfin Alyesil

    Berfin Alyesil

    Counsellor
    Sexual dysfunctions • Sexuality • Gender identity • Attachment • Therapy for Expats • LGBTQ+ • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 2 HOURS
    Sexual dysfunctions • Sexuality • Gender identity • Attachment • Therapy for Expats • LGBTQ+ • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable
    €55 / session55
    Rome
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    Rae Fuqua
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 4 HOURS

    Rae Fuqua

    Rae Fuqua

    Sex Therapist & Couples Therapist
    Gender identity • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • LGBTQ+ • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • Sexuality • Relationships • Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 4 HOURS
    Gender identity • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • LGBTQ+ • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • Sexuality • Relationships • Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)
    US$80 / session80
    Aurora
    Online only
    Lara Tralli
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 24 HOURS

    Lara Tralli

    Lara Tralli

    Psychologist
    Disorders of sexual preference • Relationships • Fetishism • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • Sexuality • Sexual dysfunctions • Couples therapy
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 24 HOURS
    Disorders of sexual preference • Relationships • Fetishism • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • Sexuality • Sexual dysfunctions • Couples therapy
    €70 / session70
    Mannheim
    In-person, Online and Text
    Sabrina Torres
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 8 HOURS

    Sabrina Torres

    Sabrina Torres

    Psychotherapist & Psychoanalyst
    Depression • Parenthood • Attachment • Bipolar Disorder • Relationships • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 8 HOURS
    Depression • Parenthood • Attachment • Bipolar Disorder • Relationships • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable
    €125 / session125
    Vienna
    In-person and Online
    Ana Morin
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 8 HOURS

    Ana Morin

    Ana Morin

    Sex Therapist & Couples Therapist
    Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • Sexual dysfunctions • Couples therapy • LGBTQ+ • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • Divorce • Narcissistic abuse
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 8 HOURS
    Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • Sexual dysfunctions • Couples therapy • LGBTQ+ • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • Divorce • Narcissistic abuse
    €100 / session100
    Berlin
    In-person and Online
    Marc Bou Sleiman
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 2 HOURS

    Marc Bou Sleiman

    Marc Bou Sleiman

    Sexologist & Couples Counsellor
    Sexuality • Couples therapy • Relationships • Sexual dysfunctions • Disorders of sexual preference • LGBTQ+ • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 2 HOURS
    Sexuality • Couples therapy • Relationships • Sexual dysfunctions • Disorders of sexual preference • LGBTQ+ • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable
    €50 / session50
    Rome
    Online only
    Marion Linke
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 8 HOURS

    Marion Linke

    Marion Linke

    Psychologist
    Crisis intervention • Depression • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) • Anxiety • Therapy for Expats • Counselling
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 8 HOURS
    Crisis intervention • Depression • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) • Anxiety • Therapy for Expats • Counselling
    €100 / session100
    Berlin
    In-person and Online
    Mariecris Siebers
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 12 HOURS

    Mariecris Siebers

    Mariecris Siebers

    Counsellor
    Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • LGBTQ+ • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • Relationships • Transitions • Couples therapy • Sex therapy
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 12 HOURS
    Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • LGBTQ+ • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • Relationships • Transitions • Couples therapy • Sex therapy
    €90 / session90
    Berlin
    In-person and Online
    Annette Schindler
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 24 HOURS

    Annette Schindler

    Annette Schindler

    Sex Therapist & Relational Therapist
    LGBTQ+ • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • Relationships • Trauma • ADHD: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder • Sexual abuse • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 24 HOURS
    LGBTQ+ • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • Relationships • Trauma • ADHD: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder • Sexual abuse • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable
    €90 / session90
    Berlin
    In-person and Online
    Noémie Gmür
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 24 HOURS

    Noémie Gmür

    Noémie Gmür

    Sexologist & Couples Counsellor
    Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • LGBTQ+ • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • Trauma • Couples therapy • Gender identity • PTSD
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 24 HOURS
    Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • LGBTQ+ • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • Trauma • Couples therapy • Gender identity • PTSD
    €70 / session70
    Brussels
    In-person and Online
    Titus Schroeter
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 12 HOURS

    Titus Schroeter

    Titus Schroeter

    Psychological Psychotherapist & Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Therapist
    Depression • ADHD Assessment • LGBTQ+ • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • ACT: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy • CBT: Cognitive behavioral therapy
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 12 HOURS
    Depression • ADHD Assessment • LGBTQ+ • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • ACT: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy • CBT: Cognitive behavioral therapy
    €134 / session134
    Berlin
    Online only
    Aranja Berkmüller
    Video Profile
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 24 HOURS

    Aranja Berkmüller

    Aranja Berkmüller

    Counsellor
    Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • LGBTQ+ • Trauma • Co-Dependency • Grief & Loss • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • Therapy for Expats
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 24 HOURS
    Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • LGBTQ+ • Trauma • Co-Dependency • Grief & Loss • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • Therapy for Expats
    €95 / session95
    Berlin
    In-person and Online
    Marie-Therese Strachwitz
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 2 HOURS

    Marie-Therese Strachwitz

    Marie-Therese Strachwitz

    Psychologist & Sexologist
    Depression • Fetishism • Anxiety • Postpartum depression (PPD) • LGBTQ+ • Narcissistic abuse • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 2 HOURS
    Depression • Fetishism • Anxiety • Postpartum depression (PPD) • LGBTQ+ • Narcissistic abuse • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable
    €70 / session70
    Athens
    In-person and Online
    Maria Zakrzewska
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 2 HOURS

    Maria Zakrzewska

    Maria Zakrzewska

    Clinical and Health Psychologist & Systemic Counsellor
    Couples therapy • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • ADHD: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder • LGBTQ+ • Sexuality • Anxiety
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 2 HOURS
    Couples therapy • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • ADHD: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder • LGBTQ+ • Sexuality • Anxiety
    €90 / session90
    Berlin
    In-person and Online
    Artūrs Zaremba
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 8 HOURS

    Artūrs Zaremba

    Artūrs Zaremba

    Clinical Psychologist & Psychotherapist in training
    LGBTQ+ • Relationships • Trauma • Anxiety • Personality disorders • Depression • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 8 HOURS
    LGBTQ+ • Relationships • Trauma • Anxiety • Personality disorders • Depression • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable
    €80 / session80
    Riga
    Online only
    Katarzyna (Kate) Zoltak
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 4 HOURS

    Katarzyna (Kate) Zoltak

    Katarzyna (Kate) Zoltak

    Sexologist & Psychologist
    LGBTQ+ • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • Sexual dysfunctions • Sexuality • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • Female empowerment • Gender identity
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 4 HOURS
    LGBTQ+ • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • Sexual dysfunctions • Sexuality • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • Female empowerment • Gender identity
    £60 / session60
    Wolverhampton
    Online only
    Georgia Spencer
    USUALLY RESPONDS AFTER 24 HOURS

    Georgia Spencer

    Georgia Spencer

    Psychotherapist
    Sexual dysfunctions • Sexual abuse • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • Trauma • Paedophilia • Men's Work • PTSD
    USUALLY RESPONDS AFTER 24 HOURS
    Sexual dysfunctions • Sexual abuse • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • Trauma • Paedophilia • Men's Work • PTSD
    £80 / session80
    London
    Online only
    Sadie Smith
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 24 HOURS

    Sadie Smith

    Sadie Smith

    Psychological Counsellor & Social worker
    Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • Harm reduction • Gender identity • Couples therapy • LGBTQ+ • Anxiety
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 24 HOURS
    Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • Harm reduction • Gender identity • Couples therapy • LGBTQ+ • Anxiety
    €90 / session90
    Berlin
    In-person and Online
    Michael Conti
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 8 HOURS

    Michael Conti

    Michael Conti

    Integrative Psychotherapist & EMDR Psychotherapist
    LGBTQ+ • Supervision for therapists • Trauma • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • EMDR • Psychedelic integration therapy • Psychotherapy
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 8 HOURS
    LGBTQ+ • Supervision for therapists • Trauma • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • EMDR • Psychedelic integration therapy • Psychotherapy
    €110 / session110
    Santa Coloma de Gramenet
    Online only
    Claudia Knöllinger
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 12 HOURS

    Claudia Knöllinger

    Claudia Knöllinger

    Psychologist & Systemic Therapist
    Acute Stress Disorder • Fetishism • Leadership Coaching • Gender identity • Gender incongruence • Divorce • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 12 HOURS
    Acute Stress Disorder • Fetishism • Leadership Coaching • Gender identity • Gender incongruence • Divorce • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable
    €80 / session80
    Polch
    In-person and Online
    Kijai Corbett
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 24 HOURS

    Kijai Corbett

    Kijai Corbett

    Psychological Counsellor
    Anxiety • Depression • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • Relationships • Trauma • Parenthood
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 24 HOURS
    Anxiety • Depression • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • Polyamory and Consensual non-monogamy • Relationships • Trauma • Parenthood
    €120 / session120
    Munich
    Online only
    Vicente Partida
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 12 HOURS

    Vicente Partida

    Vicente Partida

    Integrative Psychotherapist
    Anxiety • Depression • Relationships • Sexuality • LGBTQ+ • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • Men's Work
    USUALLY RESPONDS WITHIN 12 HOURS
    Anxiety • Depression • Relationships • Sexuality • LGBTQ+ • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable • Men's Work
    £80 / session80
    London
    In-person and Online
    Stephanie Wacker
    USUALLY RESPONDS AFTER 24 HOURS

    Stephanie Wacker

    Stephanie Wacker

    Psychological Psychotherapist & Psychodynamic Psychotherapist
    Transitions • Anxiety • Burnout • Co-Dependency • Depression • Eating disorders • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable
    USUALLY RESPONDS AFTER 24 HOURS
    Transitions • Anxiety • Burnout • Co-Dependency • Depression • Eating disorders • Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable
    €140 / session140
    Berlin
    In-person and Online
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    Many have sought help successfully through finding a qualified and compassionate psychotherapist to help with Kink and BDSM Knowledgeable. Seeking professional help is a key step in understanding what you need to gain more stability in everyday life and how to integrate healthy coping mechanisms into your daily routine. To learn how to go about selecting the perfect therapist, read our guide here.

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    It's not unusual to feel slightly overwhelmed when choosing a type of therapy. These feelings are completely normal and can be part of the initial stages of seeking therapy. It's important to remember that finding the right fit for you is crucial, and it may take some exploration and open communication with potential therapists to discover the approach and therapist that aligns best with your needs and preferences. Trusting your instincts and being patient with yourself throughout this process can help alleviate some of the overwhelm and lead to a smoother therapeutic journey. If you need additional help in finding a qualified practitioner, It's Complicated offers a free matching service, where our in-house therapists will try to find the best match for you based on your individual needs and preferences.

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