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Dr. Eli Sheff

@drelisheff.bsky.social

An expert witness, relationship coach, educator and researcher specializing in non-monogamies and BDSM, Dr. Elisabeth "Eli" Sheff is the foremost global academic expert on polyamorous families with kids. https://linktr.ee/DrEliSheff

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Monthly Drop-in Support Group for Mono/CNM Mixed Dynamic Relationships Coaching support group for relationships where one partner wants monogamy and another wants non-monogamy, led by an expert coach

Wednesday, November 12, 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT

Support Group for Mixed Dynamic Relationships!

My monthly drop-in support group for #Mono/CNM mixed dynamic #relationships meets again this Wednesday. Come get #help with a #non-judgemental vibe. #LGBT+ #polyamory #love

www.eventbrite.com/e/monthly-dr...

07.11.2025 20:39 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

And the United States has helped to fund this genocide. We should be ashamed of ourselves and especially of our politicians who contribute to murdering children, restricting food and water, and making medical assistance impossible. Shame on us!

07.11.2025 01:59 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Meet our Keynote Speakers for #SexPosCon26!

Johnathan Flowers' and his talk on β€œAudre Lorde and a Professional Erosβ€œ
Carmen Yau and her talk on β€œRadical Intimacies: Fetish, Kink, and the Liberation of Disabled Sexualitiesβ€œ

Join us virtually February 21 - 22, 2026
sexposcon.com/registration

06.11.2025 14:31 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Election Night Proved Democrats Don’t Need to Abandon Trans People to Win Mamdani, Spanberger and other wins tell Dems: you don’t need to cave on transgender rights to win an election.

Trans lives matter! Clearly there is no need to throw transfolx under the bus for hollow political gain! Outcomes of recent political races demonstrate that we can support transfolx and still win, and that abandoning them does not help us on any level. Trans rights now!

www.them.us/story/2025-e...

07.11.2025 01:44 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Join our online judgement-free zone to discuss exclusive and open relationships without pressure to choose either one. Led by expert coach on consensual non-monogamy @drelisheff.bsky.social on November 12

www.eventbrite.com/e/monthly-dr...

#polyamory #nonmonogamy #monogamy

05.11.2025 20:35 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A sneak peek at some of the topics that come up in our Monthly Support Group for Mixed Dynamic Relationships, led by @drelisheff.bsky.social.

The next meeting will be on Wednesday, November 12 at 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT. See you there! www.eventbrite.com/e/monthly-dr...

06.11.2025 20:44 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
Image: reddish brown square with photo of Eli Sheff and words reading Freaky Holidays Managing Interactions with Families of Origin for Sex/Gender Nonconformists, November 9 6-7:30 pm Online SheBop

Image: reddish brown square with photo of Eli Sheff and words reading Freaky Holidays Managing Interactions with Families of Origin for Sex/Gender Nonconformists, November 9 6-7:30 pm Online SheBop

Are you dreading seeing your #family during the winter #holidays? Afraid of what they will say to you or how they will react to your #gender or #relationship #nonconformity? Then this is the perfect #workshop for you!

Tickets available through She Bop at www.sheboptheshop.com/freaky-holid...

27.10.2025 22:42 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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CNM Certification Program β€” Sexual Health Alliance CERTIFIED CONSENSUAL NON-MONOGAMY CERTIFICATE PROGRAM

Certification Course in #ConsensualNonMonogamies for #Counselors, #Therapists, #Coaches, & #Healers!

Self-paced 9 month #online #continuingEducation course with 3 live intensives, readings, guest lectures, case consultations, & more!
#polyamory #swinging
sexualhealthalliance.com/consensual-n...

20.10.2025 22:13 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Distinguishing Between BDSM and Intimate Partner Violence Is that slap in the face a kinky fun interaction or abusive? This post outlines the differences between intimate partner violence and BDSM, or kinky sex.

Check out my newest blog on @psychologytoday.com addressing the differences between BDSM/kinky sex and Intimate Partner Violence. #Consent #relationships #negotiation

Distinguishing Between BDSM and Intimate Partner Violence | Psychology Today www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-...

16.10.2025 17:35 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Guide to Happy Polydays: Supportive Tips for the Holidays A zine to help your polycule thrive, not just survive, through birthdays, holidays, anniversaries, and more!

The holiday season can be fun but stressful, especially for folks juggling multiple families, partners, & expectations. Luckily, you've got this inclusive guide full of supportive tips for making your way through the holidays with minimal stress and maximum understanding.

microcosm.pub/kickstarter

15.10.2025 19:37 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1
Monthly Drop-in Support Group for Mono/CNM Mixed Dynamic Relationships Coaching support group for relationships where one partner wants monogamy and another wants non-monogamy, led by an expert coach

TONIGHT! #supportgroup for folks in mixed-dynamic #relationships where one person wants #monogamy and another wants an #openrelationship. Rescheduled from last week, we meet tonight at 5pm Pac/8 pm Eastern.
#relationshiphelp #LGBTQIA #polyamory #exclusivity

www.eventbrite.com/e/monthly-dr...

15.10.2025 17:20 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Polyamorous Families with Children: Condensed Lifecourse - Ackerman Institute for the Family Polyamorous Families with Children: Condensed Lifecourse

Want to learn more about #polyamorous #families with #children and get #continuing #education credits? Check out my #online #workshop with the Ackerman Institute this Friday Oct. 17, 1-4 pm Eastern time.
www.ackerman.org/events/polya...

14.10.2025 20:04 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thanks @meshevents.bsky.social !

06.10.2025 05:53 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Looking for a judgement-free zone to discuss open or polyamorous relationships?

Join the Monthly Drop-in Support Group for Mono/CNM Mixed Dynamic Relationships, led by @drelisheff.bsky.social. The group meets online on 10/8 at 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT. Register now: www.eventbrite.com/e/monthly-dr...

01.10.2025 20:42 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1
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Family & Adoption Rights for Queer Families - Ferry Godmother Productions Queer adoption rights remain inconsistent worldwide. Learn what research and law reveal about protections, barriers, and equality for LGBTQ+ families.

Every child deserves the security of a legally recognized home, queer or straight. What would true adoption equality mean for your community?

Read more: ferrygodmother.com/queer-adopti...

#QueerAdoptionRights #LGBTQFamilies #AdoptionEquality #ParentingRights #InclusiveParenting #FamilyLaw

26.09.2025 18:03 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thanks for sharing!

26.09.2025 20:46 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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What Is BDSM Sex? BDSM sex is a term for a variety of sexual practices that include bondage, discipline, dominance, submission, and sadism. Learn more about BDSM sex and how to practice it safely.

WebMD recently #interviewed me about #BDSM and I found their questions thoughtful and insightful. It is refreshing to see #kink finally being taken seriously and treated with such an even-handed approach! Kudos to Kendall Morgan @ Web MD!
#health
#sexpositive

www.webmd.com/sex/what-is-...

25.09.2025 20:12 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 2

@openloveorg.bsky.social is one of the most effective advocacy organizations for #consensualnonmonogamy and #openrelationships in the world. In collaboration with Dr. Amy Moors, Multiamory, and Feeld, OPEN is conducting its annual community #survey of folks in nonmonogamous #relationships.

24.09.2025 22:24 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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EP455 – Soloamory: The Ultimate Self-Love Relationship Podcast Episode Β· Sexology Β· 09/09/2025 Β· 45m

My most recent podcast interview explores #soloamory with @DrMoali on their show Sexology. We discuss #polyamory, #monogamy, #mononormativity, #orientations, #mentalhealth, #love, #dating, #research, #autonomy, #mono/poly #relationships, and #healing.

podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...

11.09.2025 18:45 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Do you need some #relationship #support for a #mono/poly challenge? Tomorrow come to my drop in #support #group for people in mixed dynamic relationships with one who wants #monogamy and another who wants an #openrelationship.
#polyamory #help #LGBTQ #dating #love

10.09.2025 18:18 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

This structured #support #group for people in mixed dynamic #relationships starts next week! If you could use some #advice and #guidance about how to navigate a relationship where one person wants #exclusivity and another wants an #open relationship, this is the perfect group for you! #mono/poly

10.09.2025 18:12 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

We won!!

β€œDefendants used antisemitism as a smokescreen for a targeted, ideologically-motivated assault on this country’s premier universities … Their actions have jeopardized decades of research and the welfare of all those who could stand to benefit from that research.”

03.09.2025 21:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1668    πŸ” 403    πŸ’¬ 25    πŸ“Œ 17
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New 6-week support group: Navigating Thoughts of Suicide: Seeking Support & Finding Hope
πŸ“… Starts Fri, Sept 5 | 9am PST / 12pm EST / 5pm BST / 6pm CET
πŸ’› You are not alone.
πŸ“Œ Apply: pineapplesupport.org/support-grou...
#MentalHealthMatters #suicidepreventionmonth #pineapplesupport

04.09.2025 15:31 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Madison Rose talks new music with MONOCHROME: The White Album. www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Thw...

04.09.2025 16:31 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Queer Mental Health Initiative Aο»Ώ collaborative group of mental health professionals who want to create free spaces, provide mental health resources, and empower queer-focused programming in the DMV area.

Managing Anxiety and Stress in your Queer Body
Virtual, 9/11 - Free

Regulate your nervous system & emotions through body-based anxiety management exercises in this #workshop, hosted by the Queer Mental Health Initiative.

#stress #anxiety #queer #mentalhealth #lgbtq+

tinyurl.com/3m5a6vfw

04.09.2025 16:41 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A poster that includes the following text:

"World Sexual Health Day - Sep. 4

What is Sexual Justice?

According to The World Association for Sexual Health (WAS), Sexual Justice means the ability to achieve sexual health, pleasure, & rights for all people without discrimination, fear, shame, & stigma.

Sexual Justice exists when all people have the power & resources to make free & healthy decisions about their bodies, sexuality, & reproduction.

Sexual Justice means having equal access to sexual health services, including education & care. 

What can we do?

Speak up when reproductive rights are under attack.

Advocate for laws & policies that fight against discrimination.

Share accurate, inclusive sexual health information.

PASS"

A poster that includes the following text: "World Sexual Health Day - Sep. 4 What is Sexual Justice? According to The World Association for Sexual Health (WAS), Sexual Justice means the ability to achieve sexual health, pleasure, & rights for all people without discrimination, fear, shame, & stigma. Sexual Justice exists when all people have the power & resources to make free & healthy decisions about their bodies, sexuality, & reproduction. Sexual Justice means having equal access to sexual health services, including education & care. What can we do? Speak up when reproductive rights are under attack. Advocate for laws & policies that fight against discrimination. Share accurate, inclusive sexual health information. PASS"

Today is World Sexual Health Day! 🌐

To learn more about what we can do to achieve sexual justice, visit: www.worldsexualhealth.net/world-sexual...

04.09.2025 16:45 β€” πŸ‘ 28    πŸ” 11    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
DrEliSheff | Instagram | Linktree Expert in Polyamory, BDSM & LGBTQ+ Issues

Could you use some support for a mixed dynamic relationship where one person wants #exclusivity and another wants to be #open? I have 3 offerings in September - a #workshop with @sheboptheshop.bsky.social, a drop-in #support group and a 6 week program. Links for tix on linktree

linktr.ee/DrEliSheff

04.09.2025 21:28 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thanks!!!

01.09.2025 05:37 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Have you heard of our monthly support group? It's a judgement-free zone to explore exclusive and open relationships.

Join @drelisheff.bsky.social on September 10, 8 PM EDT. www.eventbrite.com/e/monthly-dr...

28.08.2025 17:09 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1

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