When interviewing for a position at Kindman & Co., a question that our co-founders ask is, “What does it mean to you when we say: ‘Therapy is political’?” This concept of therapy being political has been a driving force at Kindman– shaping our discussions and our collective approach to caring for clients. That’s why it felt important to get everyone’s take on what it meant to them. Read to hear our team’s thoughts.

Restricting or eliminating access to abortion, thus forcing someone to experience trauma and/or carry a child to term against their will is, incontestably, part of this same systems of oppression. This is about the regulation of certain bodies, and it is about how we govern, how we think of human rights, and how systems of oppression divide us. Click here to learn more and take action.

Toxic masculinity shows up in how we hold space for men and boys who are having a hard time. Every time we enforce toughness or silence from a struggling masculine person in our life, we are sending the message that we don’t want them to open up. Toxic masculinity is there in the discomfort you feel when our brothers cry, express their pain, and share their vulnerability. Read more on how to heal from toxic masculinity and allow space for vulnerability, nurturing, and community.

Let’s be real. Everything fucking sucks right now. The world is going through it, and marginalized folx really feel it. This blog post is specifically for people in a position of privilege in our current political climate. Read more on how to be an ally, starting with understanding intersectionality and assessing your privilege.

For queer POC, it’s hard to find places that feel affirming and safe, and the act of finding a safe space can be daunting and sometimes makes staying at home seem more appealing. Ideally, having multiple safe environments we can engage in increases the resources around us. In collecting secure places, we are able to be genuine and authentic without holding back. Read for a few tips on how to navigate new spaces and find those that are safe.

Finding a therapist can be a daunting journey, and our initial attempt towards a safe bet might be to google “therapists that share my identities”. But is that enough? Click here for tips on how to find a like-cultured and like-minded therapist.

“I wanted to create the Women of Color Creatives group to make a community and space where I felt I had none. Often we feel like we are the only ones experiencing what is happening to us.” Read more about Jada’s experience as a Black woman navigating a theater program and the community she will be building at Kindman & Co.!

The simple advice of “Just be yourself” is spoken as if “being yourself” is a simple action, when in reality, it’s an incredibly challenging and ongoing process. Especially when we’re talking about coming to terms with one’s sexuality and gender identity, it’s just not that simple. Read more for resources on how to feel supported in the journey of figuring out your identity.

Discrimination and violence against Asian communities impacts us all. At Kindman & Co., we denounce and stand against anti-Asian racism. Read on for more about our stance and ways to take action in support of the AAPI community.