Explore the intricate world of Consensual Non-Monogamy (CNM) with Courtney Burkhardt, Marriage and Family Therapist, on this enlightening episode of the Heal Your Roots Podcast. In this episode, we unravel the depths of this unconventional relationship framework and dive into candid discussions about the complexities of sex therapy, communication, and trust.
What You’ll Learn:
- The story behind Courtney’s journey into sex therapy and her unique training experiences.
- How self-reflection through sexual attitude assessments shapes therapeutic interactions.
- An analytical look at the core aspects of CNM, including hierarchical vs. egalitarian polyamory.
- Real-world advice on transitioning from monogamy to non-monogamy.
- Navigating the intersection of chronic illness, trauma, and mismatched sex drives within these dynamics.
- Practical strategies for setting boundaries and crafting "living contracts" to maintain healthy connections.
- The critical differences between cheating and consensual non-monogamy.
Featured Resources:Book:
The Ethical SlutApp:
Agape (for enhancing
couples' communication)
Connect with Courtney:Courtney is currently accepting new clients for sex
therapy. Tune in to benefit from her expertise and gain a fresh perspective on what it means to build healthy, fulfilling, and honest relationships.
Support the Show:Check out more episodes at: https://healyourrootspodcast.com/episodes/working-with-consensual-non-monogamy-community
Timestamps:00:00 Intro to Consensual Non-Monogamy
01:10 Courtney Burkhardt's Path to
Therapy03:15 Sex
Therapy Training and SAR
06:18 Niche Focus: CNM and Transitions
09:44 Researching CNM in Grad School
11:35 Understanding CNM Relationship Structures
15:15 Defining Polyamory and Swinging
17:30 Benefits and Navigating Challenges
20:50 When CNM Is Not Recommended
23:55 Communication and Boundary Setting
26:40 Creating a Living Relationship Contract
28:30 Recommended Resources and Tools
30:45 Concluding Thoughts and Availability
Support the show
Heal Your Roots Podcast is hosted by Kira Yakubov Ploshansky, LMFT, a licensed therapist with 10+ years of experience working with couples and individuals, published author of Deeper Connecting Couple's Workbook and co-creator of the Deeper Connecting App, Co-Founder and CEO of Heal Your Roots Wellness, a mental health provider directory and community for therapists, the Co-Founder and CPO of HYR Systems, and the Co-Founder and CCO of HYR Network.
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