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.

As the Dodgers battle through a record-breaking World Series marathon, millions of tired fans are still watching, texting, and hoping together. In a world that feels increasingly disconnected, this long, strange, beautiful game reminds us what it means to stay — with each other, with love, with community — even through the extra innings.

True authenticity isn’t about perfection or polished outcomes. It’s about the willingness to risk being fully seen. Practicing a conversation doesn’t have to be a form of manipulation or performance. It can be a way to stay more grounded and present, to get clearer about what we need to say and why.

Our therapists come to Kindman & Co. because they want to work in an unsevered space. They seek a culture where authenticity, vulnerability, community, and connection aren’t just buzzwords—they’re practiced daily.

They understand that healing doesn’t stop at the therapy door—it’s shaped by the systems we work within, the relationships we hold, and the spaces we co-create. At Kindman & Co., we believe that when therapists are supported in being fully human, they’re better able to show up in powerful, connected ways for the people they serve.

If you haven’t watched Turning Red yet, it’s on Disney+ and is a great animated film with diverse Asian representation! Amanda Lam, our care coordinator, dives deeps into the themes of puberty, intergenerational trauma, and more in this blog. Click here to read more about how Turning Red depicts generational differences within Asian families.