Directions to our office
located on 6th and Locust St.
The Center for Growth, Inc.
also known as
Sex Therapy in Philadelphia
233 S. 6th Street, Suite C-33
Philadelphia PA 19106
New Clients (267) 324 - 9564
Existing Clients (215) 922-5683
Fax (215) 922-6302
Non-Monogamy
Counseling and Therapy in Philadelphiadeveloped by The Center for Growth, Inc
Non Monogamy Non-monogamy is an umbrella term for a sexual and/or romantic occurrence or relationship happening during an already existing sexual and/or romantic relationship or a relationship style where one chooses not to be in a monogamous relationship.
Consensual Non-Monogamy (I.e. Polyamory, Open Relationships, Polyfidelity, Swinging, Casual Sex, Threesomes, Polygamy, etc) Many relationship styles provide frameworks for non-monogamy to be consensual. In some circumstances (i.e. casual sex) there is an explicit understanding that the sexual and/or romantic event occurring is not going to end in a monogamous coupling. In others (i.e. polyamory, open relationships, etc) there is an understanding that the non-monogamy will occur in such a way as to value and keep intact a primary partnership(s).
Partnered Non-Monogamy Although what consensual partnered non-monogamy looks like in each relationship may vary, there are several factors which can be kept in mind when consensual non-monogamy is desired:
- Types of Activity: What kinds of sexual and/or romantic activities (i.e. kissing, intercourse, love, etc) are acceptable outside the partnership.
- Disclosure about Liaisons: Whether or not partners will discuss outside liaisons that occur, and/or if disclosure should occur before or after the non-monogamous event.
- Level of Disclosure: If disclosure is okay, how much should be talked about (i.e. simply informing that it happened, or talking in detail about what happened).
- Location of Liaisons: Where it is acceptable for the non-monogamous event to happen.
- Post-Liaison Protocol: What partners should do or expect after a non-monogamous event (i.e. shower before coming home, be ready to discuss, etc.)
- Emotional Managament: What each partner needs to ensure that they continue to feel safe within the relationship. Important Note: Just like in any relationship, people’s needs change over time and these factors should be discussed and re-negotiated as the relationship progresses.
Non-Consensual Non-Monogamy (See 'Cheating') When a non-monogamous event occurs without the aforementioned negotiation, both partners have not entered into the arrangement with full knowledge. When someone is misled to believe that they are in a monogamous relationship when they aren’t, this is considered infidelity or cheating.
Topics on Sexual Orientation
Coping with Internalized Homophobia
Coming Out to Family and Friends
Coming Out: Developing a Gay/Lesbian Support Network
Topics on BDSM
Open Relationships
The Secret To Making A Polyamorous Relationship Work
How To Talk To Your Partner About An Open RelationshipOpen Relationships and the Internet
How To Introduce A Poly Relationship
Swinger Clubs Versus Sex Clubs in Philadelphia
Is friends with benefits right for you
What are the benefits and drawbacks to 'Friends with Benefits'
Sexuality Concerns
- Alternative lifestyles AL
- Erection difficulties ED
- Infertility / Fertility problems FP
- Impotence IMP
- Orgasm Difficulties Org
- Painful intercourse / Dyspareunia DYS
- Painful vaginal spasms PVS
- Pregnancy Problems P
- Premature ejaculation PE
- Sexual addictions SA
- Low sex drive LSD
- Sexual Orientation Confusion SOC
- Sexual Inexperience SI
- Sexually transmitted Infections (eg. herpes) STI
- Sexual Health Concerns of Children C
- Sexual Health Concerns of Senior Citizens SC
Have you experienced?
- Sexual Aversion SA
- Sexual Boredom SB
- Negative Body Image NBI
- Embarrassment & Anxiety SE
- Depression D
- Chronic Pain
- Cheating Spouse / Infidelity CS
- Medical Problems MP
- Rape or Sexual Abuse RSA
- Relationship & Marital Problems RMP
- Infidelity / Affairs (AI)
- Communication Problems CP
Founder of Sex Therapy
in Philadelphia
"Alex" Caroline Robboy, CAS,
ACSW, LCSW
To schedule an appointment, please call: 267 - 324 - 9564
If you live in Center City Philadelphia and the surrounding regions, including the Main Line, Montgomery County, Bucks County, Chestery County, Cherry Hill and Southern New Jersey area and want to schedule an appointment for individual therapy, couples therapy, marriage counseling, sex therapy, family therapy or play therapy call (267) 324-9564.
