Non-Monogamy and Family: Navigating Stigma and Seeking Support

Living openly as a non-monogamous person or couple can bring joy, freedom—and sometimes, judgment. Families may not understand your choices. Friends may make assumptions. You may feel alone, even when surrounded by people you love.

At our North Sydney therapy practice, we support individuals and partners navigating the social and emotional complexities of being out as non-monogamous.

The Impact of Stigma

Stigma can show up as:

• Fear of rejection from family, work, or community

• Feeling like you need to hide your relationships

• Internalised shame or self-doubt

• Struggling to find therapists or spaces that feel affirming

Therapy offers a place where your relationship style is not judged—but explored with openness and care.

How Therapy Helps

• Strengthening your sense of self and values

• Processing grief around unmet expectations or family disconnect

• Building resilience in the face of external judgment

• Practicing how to talk about your relationships with clarity and confidence

ENM Couples and Families

For non-monogamous couples, therapy can also include:

• Navigating parenting while practicing ENM

• Supporting each other through public or family challenges

• Co-creating boundaries around disclosure and privacy

North Sydney Therapy for Non-Monogamous Individuals and Couples

If you’re living in a way that doesn’t fit the mold, you deserve support that affirms who you are.

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Therapy available in North Sydney and online for individuals and couples navigating non-monogamy and stigma.