blog: Thoughts on Being Human
As therapists we hold space, we listen, we resonate.
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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On Joy as Resistance
Joy is resistance—not because it ignores suffering, but because it refuses to let oppression define the full range of our humanity. This piece explores how marginalized communities have long practiced joy as a communal, relational act of survival and connection.
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 Gender-Affirming Care: Big Bills & Ugly Rulings
Gender-affirming care saves lives. Despite mounting evidence and countless lived experiences, recent laws and court rulings are stripping trans people of essential health care. These attacks aren’t just political—they’re personal, life-threatening, and urgent to resist.
On The Empath’s Guide: Navigating a World in Crisis as a Highly Sensitive Person
In today’s turbulent world, where injustice, suffering, and uncertainty seem ever-present, being a highly sensitive person (HSP) or empath can feel incredibly overwhelming!. The emotional weight of witnessing systemic oppression, environmental destruction, and societal upheaval can be exhausting, often leaving empaths drained, disillusioned, or burned out.
As an empath, you possess a profound gift of understanding and connecting with others on a deeper level. However, this can feel excruciating in a time marked by social injustices, political turmoil, and global crises. Learning to manage emotional boundaries, prioritize self-care, and take meaningful action without burning out is crucial! This guide offers valuable insights and strategies to help you thrive while staying engaged with the world in a way that aligns with your values and well-being.
On the Podcast: Voting Confidence, Immigration & Latinx Community
Join Dani for our recent podcast interview with Demi Rodriguez as they discuss their experiences with voting as Latinas. Demi is a First generation Latina who grew up seeing her parents' relationship with voting and developed her own understanding of how to embrace culture and her right to vote.
On Why Disability Justice is Important & How to Start Taking Action
At Kindman & Co., we are working towards building a society that recognizes and addresses the diverse needs of all individuals. Today, we want to shed light on an often overlooked but important aspect of social justice: Disability Justice. Disability Justice encompasses both understanding and advocacy for the rights, needs, and dignity of disabled people. Read on for more info on what Disability Justice is, why it’s so important and for resources and organizations to start taking action.
On the Escalating Crisis in Israel/Palestine
Read our thoughts as relational, systems focused therapists about this escalating crisis…Our liberation is bound together—both Israelis and Palestinians will not be safe and violence will continue to escalate while Palestinians remain oppressed…Never again means never again for all of us.
On Active Reflection of Your Privilege
We’re inviting all those reading to join our quarterly check-in. Not only about how you’re doing and how you’re taking care of yourself, but also about how we’re connecting and taking care of each other. The question today is: What privileges do you have, and how could you use them to support others? To lead with vulnerability and showcase the reciprocity that can happen in therapy, click for a few of our therapists’ answers from the beginning of the year.
On Feeling Like “I’m Too Much”
For anyone who has felt as though they were too much, this podcast and blog is for you. Caitlin Harrison, AMFT is going to talk about examples of when feeling like you're too much comes up, how society participates in this insecurity, and how she navigates this limiting feeling myself. Click to read more.