Recently Sigourney Norman at Afropunk interviewed me about polyamorous families and the future of family formations. Check it out here https://afropunk.com/2025/05/polyamory-modern-love-family-dynamics
Category Archives: Families
Understanding Multiplicity and Exclusivity in Relationships
Sally with Inner Inquiry Podcast recently interviewed Dr. Eli Sheff about polyamorous relationships, multiplicity, and exclusivity. https://youtu.be/cZgjp719Sbc?si=7rajoTb_1ygCwVC-
Is Monogamy Dead? Insights from Dr. Eli on Dr. Phil’s New Show
https://www.meritstreetmedia.com/show/dr-phil-primetime/is-monogamy-dead Dr. Phil has launched Merit Street Media, a new network that hosts a range of shows including the Dr. Phil Show. Earlier this fall he interviewed me for the episode “Is Monogamy Dead?” You can find the episode here
Sexuality Scholars Virtual Symposium 2024: Presenting Research and Hosting Events
Join Dr. Eli Sheff for the Sexualities Scholars Virtual Symposium September 26 – 28 for her presentation on ethics and the best interests of children standards, as well as the two events she is hosting: a lunch room and a topical speed networking room for Family Studies
Attend Polytopia to see Dr. Eli’s Presentation on Positive Polyamorous Parenting August 23 – 25
I am thrilled to be presenting at Polytopia August 24 in Portland Oregon! Polytopia is a weekend of fun, socializing, and learning hosted by Sex Positive Portland. You can find more information and tickets here https://www.sexpositiveportland.org/polytopia-2024 Hope to see you there!
Join Dr. Eli for Two Events for Open’s Week of Visibility for Non-Monogamy
Dr. Eli Sheff is joining Open for the Week of Visibility for NonMonogamy with two events — one online and one in person.
Summer 2024 Webinars with Dr. Eli Sheff
Dr. Eli Sheff is presenting several workshops this summer online, such as distinguishing between consensual nonmonogamy and sex addiction for AASECT continuing education credits and parenting in polyamorous families, as well as several Bonding Hour interviews.
Mono/CNM Mixed Orientation Structured Support Group Waitlist Open Now
Dr. Elisabeth “Eli” Sheff is offering a six week series of structured support meetings designed to assist people in mixed monogamous/consensually nonmonogamous relationships to explore their boundaries, talk with others in a similar situation, get support, and consider possible compromises. Waitlist is open now, contact Dr. Eli for more information
Adult Children of Polyamorous Parents Blog on Psychology Today
My most recent blog on Psychology Today explores the three primary responses that adult children have to their parents coming out as polyamorous.
For Children with Polyamorous Parents: New Psychology Today Blog
This new blog on Psychology Today is designed to help children whose parents come out as polyamorous understand their families, with five tips on dealing with polyparents.