1417 - She’s Poly, He’s Monogamous: How a Sex Therapist Opened Her Marriage & How she Helps Others Fix Their

In this compelling episode of Strictly Anonymous Confessions, host Kathy interviews Courtney Boyer, a trained sex and relationship coach who has lived a deeply transformative journey from a devout evangelical Christian upbringing to becoming a polyamorous woman in a marriage with a monogamous husband. Courtney shares how her intense desire for sexual and emotional fulfillment—unmet in her early marriage—led her to explore non-monogamy, culminating in a radical shift that ultimately saved and deepened her relationship. After years of emotional neglect and sexual disconnect, she initiated a conversation about opening their marriage, which led to a five-year process of rebuilding their connection through therapy, self-exploration, and honesty. Her husband, initially resistant, eventually embraced the change, leading to profound personal growth and a renewed, passionate marriage. Courtney also discusses her work coaching men and women globally, emphasizing the importance of emotional intimacy, authentic communication, and dismantling cultural shame around sexuality. Her books, *Opened* and *Not Tonight, Honey*, offer powerful insights into polyamory and women’s sexual empowerment, while her YouTube channel, Monopoly Couple, documents their unique journey. The episode is a masterclass in love, vulnerability, and the possibility of redefining relationships on one’s own terms.