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
Traditional Monogamy
Counseling and Therapy in Philadelphiadeveloped by The Center for Growth, Inc
Traditional monogamy is when two people who have never been romantically or sexually involved with anyone else previously remain sexually/romantically faithful to one another over the course of a lifetime.
Possible Benefits to Traditional Monogamy
- The following non-exhaustive list provides possible benefits to choosing traditional monogamy:
- There can be no comparisons to former sexual/romantic partners because neither partner has one.
- If both partners remain faithful, there is little risk of experiencing jealousy over outside partners or romantic interests.
- Choosing traditional monogamy allows compliance with ideals set forth by various systems of belief (i.e. religion or cultural norms).
- When both partners remain faithful, STI risk is greatly reduced* or eliminated.
- The experience of being with someone for a long period of time provides unique insight into love and partnership.
- Learning creative ways to negotiate and fulfill romantic/sexual needs over the course of a lifetime.
Possible Challenges to Traditional Monogamy The following non-exhaustive list provides possible challenges those choosing traditional monogamy:
- Regret over not having experienced sex or romance with anyone but one’s partner.
- If traditional monogamy is a part of a value system, one may feel pressured or be required to stay with a partner despite feelings of unhappiness or dissatisfaction with the relationship.
- Keeping the romantic/sexual relationship engaging throughout the course of the relationship.
- Managing romantic or sexual feelings for people outside of the monogamous unit.
- Misunderstanding about traditional monogamy by those outside of the relationship or those choosing other relationship styles.
- Having sexual/romantic needs that remain unfulfilled due to differences in romantic/sexual preferences.
- Making life decisions that involve another person.
*Some STIs can be transmitted through non-sexual means.
Other Ideas
- Non Monogamy Non Monogamy
- Serial Monogamy Serial Monogamy
- Traditional Monogamy Traditional Monogamy
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 RelationshipHow To Introduce A Poly Relationship
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.
