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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 Being a Black Queer Therapist
Get to know Taylor Nunley, APCC, NCC® - a Black, queer therapist! Taylor answers a few questions on who she is in and out of the therapy room. Click to read more.
On Therapy Everywhere All at Once
When done well, film is a powerful healing tool. It promotes connection to yourself, the people in your life, your story, and the stories of others. Taylor speaks more about how Everything Everywhere All at Once and cinematherapy as a whole can be used within sessions! Read more.
On Anti-LGBTQ2S+ Legislation
At this moment a new wave of anti-LGBTQ2S+ legislation is taking place in nearly every state of the United States. These 400+ bills have an enormous and dangerous impact on a vulnerable and diverse population. Read for a non-exhaustive list of resources for LGBTQ+ folks and allies seeking support and information.
On Women Creators: Exploring the Impact & Influence of Women in the Arts
Women have played critical roles in the evolution of art. The more recognition they gain, the more diverse the art world will become. Learn more about the impact that women had and have on the arts!
On Workplace Mental Health for Queer Professionals
Fostering an LGBTQIA+-inclusive workplace isn't just for the benefit of LGBTQIA+ professionals and their mental health but for the business as a whole as well. In this piece, we'll explore critical practices for organizations to support workplace mental health for queer professionals. Click to read more!
On Why You’re Dreading Valentine’s Day & Why That’s Totally Okay
Feel better about the fact that you hate Valentine’s Day. Learn about how societal pressures, prejudice and Hollywood myths can make V-Day so toxic.
On Privilege, People of Color, and Taking Up Space
On our podcast episode in “Out of Session with Kindman & Co.”, Dani, a lesbian Latina woman, and Amanda, a nonbinary Chinese American, chat about having a speaking platform for people of color. They’ll dive into why the two of them launched this podcast, how it feels to establish a platform to speak, to take up space and freely speak about lived experiences given the history of feeling silenced. Read more!
On Lunar New Year as Queer Asian American
Lunar New Year is fast approaching! This holiday is important to many Asian families, and our care coordinator Amanda shares their personal connection to the holiday. Here is the background on this celebration and how it’s changed since they come out.
On Lunar New Year & Culturally Competent Therapists
Amanda, our care coordinator, is back with 5 things they wish their therapist knew - Lunar New Year Edition! Finding a culturally competent therapist is important. These are just a couple of thoughts to consider if you are Asian and / or in the world of therapy.