Relationships come in many forms. Some partners choose open relationships, some build polyamorous networks, and others form committed open or monogamous triads or throuples. Each structure has its own strengths and challenges, and all deserve affirming, knowledgeable support. At Positive Regard Therapy we provide counseling tailored to individuals, couples and multi-partner constellations who want to deepen connection, improve communication and navigate relationship dynamics with honesty and care.
Whether you are opening a previously monogamous relationship, maintaining a closed triad, exploring polyamory or adjusting to new emotional or relational needs, our therapists offer a supportive space where your structure is respected, and your goals guide the work.
Healthy relationships rely on clarity, communication and trust. This is true whether you are in a two-person partnership or a larger polyamorous constellation. Our therapists combine evidence-based relationship work with a sex-positive and LGBTQ+ affirming lens to help partners understand needs, set boundaries and maintain emotional closeness across any relationship structure.
Many recurring issues come from unclear expectations or miscommunication. We help partners explore what each person values, understand emotional reactions and develop communication tools that reduce conflict and build understanding.
Relationship agreements are essential in all structures. Partners may want support discussing boundaries, sexual needs, emotional safety or expectations for time, intimacy or disclosure. We offer a non-judgmental space to talk openly and build agreements that fit your values and support long-term connection.
Polyamorous relationships can involve multiple roles, needs and connection styles. We help clients explore emotions like jealousy, comparison, insecurity or excitement, and we support partners in balancing expectations across more than one relationship. Our work focuses on building stability and trust across the constellation.
Triads and throuples can be fully monogamous relationships or open ones. These partnerships may face challenges with balance, communication, time, emotional equity or outside perception. We help partners strengthen connection, clarify expectations and maintain relational health across their three-person relationship, whether the partnership is closed or open.
You can expect:
Therapy can help you create clarity, deepen connection and build relationships that feel intentional and aligned with your needs.
Yes. We specialize in consensual non-monogamy and also work with monogamous folks and those figuring things out. We support any relationship structure built on consent, respect and honesty.
Yes. We support couples who want help discussing boundaries, expectations and emotional needs before or during the process of opening a relationship.
Yes. We provide support for partners in committed three-person monogamous relationships who want to strengthen connection, communicate more clearly or navigate relational balance.
This is a common reason people seek therapy. We help partners talk openly about values, desires and concerns so you can understand each other and make informed decisions together.
Yes. We provide secure online sessions for partners across Chicago and throughout Illinois.
Yes. Our practice is LGBTQ+ affirming and experienced in supporting queer, trans and gender-diverse partners in all forms of monogamy and non-monogamy.
Personalized, affirming therapy for LGBTQ+ individuals, couples, and young adults—offered in Chicago and online across Illinois.
Whether you’re looking for short-term support or long-term growth, we’re here when you’re ready.
