Beyond monogamy.
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| Title: | Beyond monogamy. (cover story) |
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| Authors: | Ennis, Kelli |
| Source: | Therapy Today. Jun2026, Vol. 37 Issue 5, p48-51. 4p. 2 Color Photographs. |
| Subjects: | Non-monogamous relationships, Psychotherapy, Professional ethics, Monogamous relationships, Psychotherapist attitudes, Attitudes toward sex, Attachment behavior, Professional ethics of psychotherapists, Social norms, Client relations, Psychology, Couples counseling, Theory, Social boundaries, Social stigma |
| Geographic Terms: | United Kingdom |
| Abstract: | The article focuses on best practices for therapists working with consensual non-monogamy (CNM), defined as relationship structures where multiple romantic or sexual connections occur with the knowledge and consent of all involved. It highlights how dominant Western monogamous norms shape assumptions about relationship "normality," which can influence therapeutic judgments if unexamined. Emphasizing transparency, ongoing consent, and communication, CNM challenges traditional scripts about exclusivity and family structures, including considerations around jealousy, attachment, and child wellbeing. The article encourages therapists to approach CNM with curiosity, self-reflection, and an ethical focus on relational dynamics rather than preconceived notions of risk or dysfunction. [Extracted from the article] |
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| Database: | Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection |
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| Abstract: | The article focuses on best practices for therapists working with consensual non-monogamy (CNM), defined as relationship structures where multiple romantic or sexual connections occur with the knowledge and consent of all involved. It highlights how dominant Western monogamous norms shape assumptions about relationship "normality," which can influence therapeutic judgments if unexamined. Emphasizing transparency, ongoing consent, and communication, CNM challenges traditional scripts about exclusivity and family structures, including considerations around jealousy, attachment, and child wellbeing. The article encourages therapists to approach CNM with curiosity, self-reflection, and an ethical focus on relational dynamics rather than preconceived notions of risk or dysfunction. [Extracted from the article] |
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| ISSN: | 17487846 |
