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Read our blog posts to get to know us more in our own complexity;
our passions, our own big feelings, our values.
We’re excited to share our humanity with you!
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Check out our new series, Surviving 2025, for blog posts specifically selected to help you better cope with the challenging twists and turns that this year has in store.
On Watching #MomTok Through a Relational Therapy Lens
Watching #MomTok through a relational therapy lens reveals how power, belonging, and conflict unfold within high-control systems. This reflection on the relational patterns in The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives explores how cultural forces shape connection, conformity, and survival—on screen and beyond.
Moving Through the Holidays While Moving Through Grief
Holiday grief can feel overwhelming, even years after a loss. This blog helps you understand why grief intensifies during the holidays and what emotions may arise. It also offers gentle ways to care for yourself as you navigate the season.
On Art for a Heavy Heart
In a world overflowing with sorrow, art can become a lifeline. Here’s how creativity helps us cope with collective and personal grief, plus a handful of meaningful works to explore.
On the Podcast: Therapy, Politics, and Purpose: Finding Your Voice with Lillian Farzan
In this episode Paul Kindman reconnects with Lillian Farzan, a psychotherapist, digital nomad, poet, and activist. The conversation delves into Lillian's journey from interviewing for a position at Kindman and Co. just before the pandemic to establishing her private practice as a therapist while traveling the world. They discuss Lillian's personal experiences, and the importance of integrating personal values and activism into therapy. They also explore the significance of organizations like Standing Together, and the ongoing need to address systemic issues affecting mental health.
On Books That Shaped Me as a Therapist & Human: A Personal Reading Journey
A personal look at the books that have shaped Liam’s identity, worldview, and work as a therapist—from queer futurity to disability justice to philosophical horror. These titles reflect where he comes from, what he cares about, and how he shows up with the people he works with.
On How Vulnerability Is Terrifying—Here’s Why You Should Try It Anyway
Vulnerability can feel like stepping off a cliff, but the fear you feel is rooted in real nervous system cues and past experiences that once kept you safe. This post from our newest team member, Elizabeth, explores why vulnerability feels so terrifying—and how small, supported steps can help you build deeper connection and emotional courage.
On Lily Allen & Opening Up Your Partnership
Lily Allen’s new album West End Girl has sparked fresh conversations about what it really takes to open a relationship with care. Consensual non-monogamy isn’t about pressure or freedom from responsibility—it’s about communication, honesty, and emotional steadiness. This piece explores the key questions couples should ask themselves before considering CNM, and how to navigate the complexities with intention.
On How to Talk About Your Feelings (Without Spontaneously Combusting)
Talking about your feelings isn’t weakness — it’s one of the bravest things you can do. Still, most of us were never taught how to do it without sounding dramatic, detached, or like we’re about to cry in a Trader Joe’s parking lot. This therapist-backed guide breaks down how to talk about your feelings with honesty, humor, and heart — so you can build stronger connections without losing your cool (or your mind) in the process.
On Time Flying & Hitting Slo-Mo: What Cats Can Teach Us About Slowing Down
Lately, I’ve been taking cues from my cats: bask in the sun, notice a bug, stretch often, nap when needed. Maybe slowing down isn’t about time at all — it’s about attention.