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Asheville, North Carolina, is known for its vibrant arts scene, eclectic culture, and progressive community, making it a welcoming spot...

Creating Affirming Spaces: Tips for Healthcare Providers Serving the LGBT Community In recent years, there has been a growing recognition...

Beyond these recommendations, Half Moon is also hosting a clothing swap, on April 27th, in honor of Earth Week! It's a great time to clean o

1. Digital Detox: Spend some time away from screens. Turn off your phone, computer, and other electronic devices, and enjoy the present...

In case you’ve ever wondered what your therapist is listening to, here are some of Half Moon’s favorite podcasts at the moment. Celeste...

Box breathing is a deep breathing technique that can calm the nervous system and help you feel more centered. Methods to control our...

We've been taught since childhood that "doing" is good. It can sometimes feel like if you aren't getting things done you are falling...

The body positivity movement encourages people to love and celebrate their bodies, no matter the size, shape, skin tone, physical...

Mack’s Favorite Queer-Affirming Spots in Bull City Curious about what your therapist gets up to beyond the office? Well, as a proud queer...

Social media feels pretty inescapable nowadays. It's become inextricable to almost everything we do: work, school, social life, even the...

As black women in America, we continue to fight the cultural and societal expectations of us to put others’ well-being before ours. While...

Although it sometimes feels like it, you aren't required to have a partner to have a good time on Valentine's Day. It can be hard to be...

When I was young, I learned to play the piano. It wasn’t my first choice for an extracurricular activity but like most things I learned...

Curious about the benefits of craniosacral therapy as a potential adjunct to your mental health services? Check out the graphic below...

You might be wondering why we don’t take insurance. It makes sense. It’s a significant decision to determine whether or not to stick with...

In my work with trans kids, I’ve found that what has been the most meaningful and impactful on their ability to thrive in their identity...

When I found out there was going to be a queer reality dating show I was so excited. We talk a lot about how important representation is...

Something’s not quite right, but it’s also not obviously wrong. No broken bones, no fever, no rash, no cough or sore throat. It’s...

I often start sessions by saying to my clients, "so tell me about you, what's been going on?" As I start this blog post, I find myself...

You’re sitting on your back deck. It’s a calm morning, you’re sipping your coffee and having a quiet moment by yourself. You live in a...