Finding support
How do I find a kink-aware therapist?
Start with a directory of kink-aware professionals, then ask any therapist directly about their experience.
The Kink Aware Professionals (KAP) directory lists therapists and other professionals who describe themselves as kink-aware, and the NCSF keeps a list too. These are self-submitted listings, so it is worth asking about training and experience with your particular interests before you book. If you have a specific topic, such as polyamory or a certain kind of play, ask about that directly. A red flag is anyone who treats kink as a problem in itself.
Keep reading: Looking For A Kink-Affirming Therapist? Start here.
Written for the kink community by Aidan Sunassee.