The Pincus Center for Inclusive Treatment and Education

09/01/2026

Step into a judgement-free zone to discuss monogamy, polyamory, and open relationships without pressure to choose.

If you are searching for community and professional guidance around ethical non-monogamy, our monthly coaching support group is for you. Gain insight into how to manage differences in the types of relationships you and your partner(s) desire.

The Monthly Support Group for Mono/Poly Relationships meets online on the second Wednesday of each month. The next meeting will be on September 9 at 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT, led by expert coach Dr. Elisabeth "Eli" Sheff.

The group is virtual and open to participants regardless of location. Sign up here or reach out to [email protected] with questions.

Monthly coaching support group for relationships where one partner wants monogamy and the other wants nonmonogamy, led by an expert coach.

08/31/2026

For the end of Fat Liberation Month, read why Fat Liberation is so important in our new blog post. https://thepincuscenter.com/body-positivity-is-not-enough/

Photo by https://shoogmcdaniel.com

08/19/2026

Radical acceptance isn't the consolation prize before ecstasy; it's the doorway to it.

Barbara Carrellas's new book, The Book of Ecstasy, is out now, and it argues pleasure isn't something you earn. It's a value you build your life around, starting now.

https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250396839/thebookofecstasy/

A bold and healing guide to rediscovering ecstasy through s*x, spirit, and radical self-acceptance A fully revised and expanded edition of the cult classic E...

08/19/2026

The body image support group is a non-judgmental, supportive, and compassionate space to explore your relationship with your body and move towards healing.

08/19/2026

We had a swimmingly good time at our annual Fat Pool Party last weekend! Thank you to everyone who came to bask in the summer sun and made new friends in a body-affirming space created just for us.

08/13/2026

Our annual Fabulous Fat Pool Party is coming up this Saturday, August 15 in Springfield, VA!

Join a few dozen gorgeous fat folks in a no-judgment zone where you can be at home in your whole body. Q***r, trans, and non-monogamous folks of all genders are encouraged to attend. And yes– straight-sized partners and friends are welcome as long as they understand that this space centers the comfort and safety of fat folks.

RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/make-a-splash-a-fabulous-fat-pool-party-tickets-1988787283301

08/11/2026

We still have open spots for our support group tomorrow!

08/11/2026

It's Fat Liberation Month and phew, are we excited to celebrate it while we see fatphobia ramping up more than ever. First, let's introduce you to the Fat Flag designed by of https://fatflag.org/ The design of the flag draws from several symbolic elements:

The use of stripes pays homage to the frequent motif of stripes in many pride flags across various identities within the q***r community. The direction of these stripes also mirrors that of the disability pride flag, whose stripes fall diagonally from left to right. These stripes symbolize how the fat equality movement stands in parallel with other movements for social justice.

The colors of the stripes were inspired by the logo for NAAFA’s Campaign for Size Freedom. Though this design has no association with theirs, as sees it, the individual colors represent the following:

YELLOW - unapologetic fat joy
WHITE - unity and harmony between people of all sizes
CORAL - warmth, acceptance, and inclusivity
BLUE - liberation and determination
BROWN - acknowledgement of the racist origins of anti-fatness and the disproportionate efforts of Black women to combat it

The starry navy blue background represents the right to take up space by not diminishing ourselves or limiting our dreams for the sake of societal approval.

Each of the three white stars on opposing ends of the flag is a different size, symbolizing the fact that bodies of all shapes and sizes are equally worthy of love and respect and should be allowed to coexist and thrive in harmony with one another.

08/06/2026

More fun moments and fond memories from our 15 Year Anniversary Party!

We appreciate everyone who came to celebrate the occasion and thank you to Safe Space NOVA for providing community support to LGBTQ+ teens and Continues Arcade for hosting. 💙

08/05/2026

Being in a relationship where one person wants to be exclusive and another person wants to be open or polyamorous can be difficult. Join a judgment-free zone to discuss your challenges and successes in our Monthly Support Group for Mono/Poly Relationships.

The online group, led by expert coach Dr. Elisabeth "Eli" Sheff, meets again on Wednesday, August 12. Sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-monthly-support-group-for-monopoly-relationships-tickets-1981377167445