Supporting Ethical, Inclusive, and
Affirming Mental Health Care for ENM Clients

Understanding Ethical Non-Monogamy:
A Guide for Mental Health Practitioners

Last Updated: August 15, 2024
Format: Self-paced, Online Distance Learning
CE Credits: 2 (ASWB ACE Approved)

This course is part of the "Empowering Pathways" program

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Expand Your Clinical Expertise in Inclusive Relationship Dynamics
✅ Foundational Knowledge | ✅ Therapeutic Strategies | ✅ Practical Tools

Providing informed, nonjudgmental care is essential when working with diverse relationship structures. This course helps therapists, counselors, and social workers confidently navigate Ethical Non-Monogamy (ENM), offering:

✔️ A deep dive into polyamory, open relationships, relationship anarchy, and more

✔️ Tools for affirming, bias-free therapy

✔️ Strategies to address communication, consent, jealousy, and boundaries

✔️ Real-world case studies to enhance your practice

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Course Overview

Learn how to support ENM clients ethically and effectively with:

📌 Key ENM principles – Consent, continuous consent, communication, emotional intelligence

📌 Common biases in therapy – How to identify and mitigate them

📌 Practical techniques – Navigating sensitive topics like jealousy, boundaries, and emotional articulation

📌 Cultural competence – Ensuring an inclusive, stigma-free approach

📌 Ethical responsibilities & advocacy – Staying informed on evolving practices

🔹 Who is this for? Mental health professionals seeking to expand their inclusivity and expertise in relationship diversity.

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Understanding Ethical Non-Monogamy

Recognized by ASWB ACE for 2 CE Credits
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Self-Paced Course
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What You'll Learn
A Comprehensive Exploration of ENM

Gain an understanding of the many forms of Ethical Non-Monogamy, including polyamory, open relationships, relationship anarchy, and more.

Navigating Biases in Therapy

Identify and mitigate unconscious biases to foster a more inclusive practice.

Therapeutic Approaches & Practical Tools

Learn actionable strategies for supporting ENM clients, managing common challenges such as jealousy and boundary-setting, and integrating ENM-informed techniques into your practice.

Ethical Responsibilities & Advocacy

Understand your role as a mental health professional in supporting ENM clients ethically and promoting inclusivity in mental health care.

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is designed to be easy to consume information on a beginner level.

This training is ideal for:

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  • Licensed therapists, social workers, and counselors
  • Mental health professionals new to working with ENM clients
  • Clinicians looking to enhance their inclusivity and cultural competence
  • Anyone interested in the topic of ENM
Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, the learner will be able to:

  • Define the Spectrum of ENM Relationships: Participants will be able to identify and distinguish between the various forms of Ethical Non-Monogamy (ENM). They will also recall key principles and recognize societal norms and stigmas related to these relationship structures.
  • Demonstrate Clinical Competency in ENM Dynamics: Attendees will be able to describe strategies for managing emotions like jealousy, illustrate the application of therapeutic approaches, and explain how to approach consultations with ENM clients effectively and without bias.
  • Describe and Enhance Therapeutic Ethics and Advocacy:Learners will be able to describe the ethical responsibilities of therapists working with ENM clients, explain the importance of continuous professional development, and identify steps to advocate for inclusivity and enhanced visibility of ENM in mental health practice.
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Ann Russo
LCSW, MA, Theology

Ann Russo is a therapist, author, and creator of the Religious Trauma Treatment Model. She is the founder and clinical director of AMR Therapy, a remote mental health practice. Her work focuses on religious trauma, sexual empowerment, and queer issues. She has a forthcoming book with PESI on healing religious trauma.

Provider Approval Statement

This course is approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program (provider #2119) for 2 continuing education credits. ASWB Approval Period: 08/15/2024 – 08/15/2027. Social workers should contact their regulatory board to determine course approval for continuing education credits.

Instructions for Requesting Accessibility Accommodations

For special accommodations, email: [email protected]

Attendance Tracking

Attendance for the course is tracked using an integrated technology platform. When trainees sign in and out of the course, the platform records their access times. The system monitors their progress through the video modules, ensuring they complete all required sections. Upon successful completion of the post-test with a passing score, the platform automatically generates and emails a certificate of completion to the trainee. This comprehensive tracking ensures accurate attendance records and confirms that all course requirements are met before issuing certificates.

Enroll Today!

Understanding Ethical Non-Monogamy

Recognized by ASWB ACE for 2 CE Credits
Ongoing Registration
Self-Paced Course
Get Started Now