Episode 4

Opening Up: A Therapist's Guide to Ethical Non-Monogamy

In this episode, Bronwyn dives into Ethical Non-Monogamy (ENM) and Polyamory, clarifying the 'ethical' aspect and debunking myths around these relationships. She shares insights into the stigma against non-traditional relationship structures and how misconceptions arise, including the idea that ENM can't be committed or stable. Highlighting her experience with clients facing negative therapy experiences and the media's role in shaping perceptions, Bronwyn addresses the capacity for loving more than one person, the therapy dynamics for ENM relationships, and challenges the notion that jealousy is inherently negative in these contexts.

Who Is Bronwyn?

In their private practice, Bronwyn specialises in ethical non-monogamy (ENM) and chronic illness. They feel passionately about providing a service that is positively aligned with the neurodivergent, LGBTQI+, kink, and BDSM communities.

In 2022, the release of their first book, "The Beginner's Guide to Ethical Non-monogamy," which marked a significant milestone in their career.


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Samantha Sellers

Sam is a registered therapist in Australia; she specialises in Religious Trauma, Deconstruction and the Queer Community. She works locally in Goulburn, NSW and online worldwide (except US & Canada)

She values the privilege that she gets to sit with people, hear their story and share in the highs and lows of the thing we call life. Sam loves nothing more than being a part of someone feeling seen and heard.

Sam is a proudly queer woman and married to the wonderful Chrissy and together they have a sweet Cavoodle named Naya who is a frequent guest in the therapy space.