Marla Schreiber

Hi, I’m Marla (they/them pronouns). I am a therapist and educator specialized in exploring consensual non-monogamy (polyamory, open relationships, etc.), gender, and sexual orientation. I work predominantly with couples and non-monogamous constellations (partnerships of more than 2). My aim is to offer accessible, wholistic, non-judgmental support services. My work is informed by anti-oppression, anti-racist, intersectional feminist, and harm-reduction philosophies. I aim to co-create respectful, safer spaces where peoples’ identities are understood within the framework of their own experiences and social context.

Building healthy communication skills is a paramount feature of my practice! My approach varies depending on the unique needs of the people with whom I collaborate. I aim to begin from a place of curiosity, making sure that you are leading the session. I tend to start with a relational/talk-based style and incorporate alternative techniques where applicable.

The best way to get a feel for my style is to email me for a free 15-minute consultation: [email protected]

We might be a good fit if you’re looking for support in the areas of:

•     Relationships
  

•     Polyamory
  

•     Consensual non-monogamy
  

•     Sexuality
  

•     Intimacy
  

•     Identity
  

•     Kink/BDSM
  

•     Gender
  

•     "Coming out"*
  

•     Communication
  

•     Life transitions
  

•     Spirituality
  

I am bilingual in English and French but have been working primarily in English for the last 5 years. I can offer French services for those who have minimal abilities in English so we can switch between languages in Montreal’s FrEnglish fashion.

• Constellations refer to romantic and/or sexual relationship formations of more than 2 people.

• “Coming out” is a term that is often used to describe the process of beginning to share one’s sexual orientation with others. For those who are undergoing gender transformations, or people engaged in non-traditional relationship formations, “coming out” can be a similar process of sharing intimate parts of one’s private life with others. “Coming out” is often mistaken for something that happens once but can actually be a very complicated process for some, taking place over a long period of time. “Coming out” can be a sudden experience for some, and for others, it happens regularly throughout the lifespan. I like to reframe it as “letting people in” as it might indicate a more selective process.