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But we’ve got you covered!

Every month, Half Moon hosts two events: Stitch & Bitch @thecolabraleigh and Light & Dark Queer Book Club @blackbirdbooksandcoffee 💖

Stitch & Bitch is a space where folks can come together with their WIPs (or start a new project) and chat about whatever is on their mind! All craft/art forms welcome 🫶

Light & Dark Queer Book Club alternates between sinister and twisty one month and sweet and romantic the next. This gives a variety of readers the chance to come together!

We look forward to seeing you at one of our monthly hangs soon 👀

#northcarolinamentalhealth #raleighevents #community

Valencia’s work is rooted in lived experience, deep compassion, and the belief that healing happens in connection.

Healing is possible.
Belonging is possible.
Being fully yourself is possible.

Valencia creates space for all of it—especially for those who’ve had to fight to be seen.

#northcarolinamentalhealth
#raleighlgbt #raleighmentalhealth #lgbtmentalhealth

We look forward to seeing y’all at @thecolabraleigh on Thursday 03/12 at 6pm for Stitch & Bitch!

Whether you’re into knitting, crochet, coloring, or any other craft, come join us for a cozy evening of creativity, conversation, and community. Bring your current project (or start a new one!) and let’s create, laugh, and unwind together. 🧶✂️🎨

#raleighcommunity #communityevents #crafting #mentalhealthcare #craftevents

Sometimes it’s easy to let years of “southern conditioning” and “manners” to take the wheel, but members of our community cannot be reduced to simply “ma’am” or “sir”. You can’t tell someone’s gender identity based on their voice or appearance. No matter how you identify, your identity matters and is wholly valid. If you’re tired of fighting transphobia, homophobia, or even internalized struggles with your identity, book a consult with one of our clinicians today. Maybe it’s time to start seeing a clinician who just gets it. #queertherapists #raleighmentalhealth

Doomscrolling is what dreams are made of, right?

Crosby knows what it’s like to get trapped in this cycle. It’s a weird time to be a human, and the constant stream of new content and information can feel like it’s taking your mind off of things at first, but overtime it devolves into just another stressor.

If you’re ready to process your overwhelm, Crosby is here to support you as you learn, unlearn, or re-learn how to make life feel more manageable.

Request a consultation with Crosby at the link in our bio today!

#doomscrolling #overwhelmed #northcarolinamentalhealth #raleighlgbt #emotionalawareness

Time with chronic illness can feel different.

Some days disappear before we can hold onto them.
Some feel full and somehow fly by.
Others stretch long and heavy.

When energy shifts and symptoms flare, time can feel unpredictable — like it isn’t fully ours.

But even if life looks different than we imagined, it can still be meaningful. It can still be beautiful. It can still be ours.

We can build a life that works with our bodies instead of against them — a life that feels exciting, aligned, and deeply worth living.

Different doesn’t mean less.

Topics like this, internalized ableism, and finding community are some of what gets covered during our Chronic Connections group. In this 6 week processing group, folks with chronic illness can find support and connection with people who get it.

Interested in a future iteration of this group? Visit halfmoonmentalhealth.com/groups or tinyurl.com/chronicconnections for more information today.

#HealingInCommunity #YouAreNotAlone #MentalHealthSupport #ChronicIllnessCommunity

Don’t you just hate when your therapist hits you with that question? The one that brings up those uncomfortable feelings? When they meet you in the place where growth happens, instead of staying in a place of comfort?

These questions might be hard to answer, but that’s because they are so important to the therapeutic journey.

This therapist wants to know: are you truly using your community as a community, as a place of support ,or are you holding them at arms length? Are you, your identity, your feelings “too much”, or are we just living in a world that makes us question ourselves instead of the system that sometimes suffocates us? And everyone’s favorite question: are you really feeling your feelings, or are they living as unresolved tension in your body?

#queeraffirmingmentalhealthcare #raleighcommunity #selfworth #queercommunity

We look forward to seeing y’all on Thursday, 03/19 at 5:45pm at @blackbirdbooksandcoffee to discuss Reprieve by James Han Mattson.

Reprieve is “a chilling and blisteringly relevant literary novel of social horror centered around a brutal killing that takes place in a full-contact haunted escape room—a provocative exploration of capitalism, hate politics, racial fetishism, and our obsession with fear as entertainment.”

*please check content warnings before reading along.

#queerbookclub #lgbtcommunity #queercommunity #raleighlgbt #raleighevents

Valencia is here to remind you that your attention to detail is impressive.

If you’re used to feeling like you carry the weight of the world on your shoulders, it might be time to reflect with someone who is there to walk alongside you as you embrace your unique way of being in the world.

Request an appointment with Valencia at the link in our bio today!

#overthinking #northcarolinamentalhealth #raleighlgbt #emotionalawareness

Pride was born from collective struggle, and yet harm still happens within spaces meant to protect us.

When Black queer and trans people cannot show up fully, the impact is real.

Queer liberation and racial justice are inseparable. The work begins within our own communities.

Join us at @thecolabraleigh on Thursday 03/12 at 6pm to decompress in a safe and cozy space 💚

Whether you’re into knitting, crochet, coloring, or any other craft, come join us for a cozy evening of creativity, conversation, and community. Bring your current project (or start a new one!) and let’s create, laugh, and unwind together. 🧶✂️🎨

#raleighcommunity #communityevents #crafting #mentalhealthcare #craftevents

Say hi to Crosby, one of our clinicians at Half Moon Mental Health & Wellness! ✨

When they aren’t in the office, you can find Crosby baking, cooking, playing Dungeons & Dragons, doing puzzles, or reading.

Crosby's approach to therapy is relational, non-coercive, and strengths-based, inclusive of a diverse range of experiences and identities. We’re so lucky to have her on the Half Moon team! 💫

Curious to know more about Crosby and the rest of our team? Check out our website at the link in our bio.

#northcarolinamentalhealth #raleighlgbt #raleighmentalhealth #lgbtmentalhealth #lgbtsafeplace

We look forward to seeing y'all on Thursday, 02/19 at 5:45pm at @blackbirdbooksandcoffee to discuss sapphic romance Delilah Green Doesn’t Care by Ashley Herring Blake. 💖

“When Delilah’s estranged stepsister, Astrid, pressures her into photographing her wedding with a guilt trip and a five-figure check, Delilah finds herself back in the godforsaken town that she used to call home. ...

Having raised her eleven-year-old daughter mostly on her own while dealing with her unreliable ex and running a bookstore, Claire Sutherland depends upon a life without surprises. And Delilah Green is an unwelcome surprise…at first.”

*please check content warnings before reading along.

#queerbookclub #lgbtcommunity #queercommunity #raleighlgbt #raleighevents

Let us reintroduce Valencia, one of our clinicians at Half Moon Mental Health & Wellness! ✨

When she’s not in the office, you can find Valencia painting, playing guitar, or immersing herself in nature.🍃

Valencia shows up with empathy, creativity, and an unwavering belief that healing is possible. We’re so lucky to have her on the Half Moon team! 💫

Curious to know more about Valencia and the rest of our team? Check out our website at the link in our bio.

#northcarolinamentalhealth #raleighlgbt #raleighmentalhealth #lgbtmentalhealth #lgbtsafeplace

Looking to start therapy but can’t seem to find the right fit? Welcome to Half Moon, where we center LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, neurodivergent, and relationship-diverse clients and welcome anyone who wants affirming, collaborative care.

If you’re ready to explore what’s working, what isn’t, and what might need to shift, we’re here to walk with you. Check out the links in our bio to schedule a free consultation call with one of our clinicians today!

#northcarolinamentalhealth #nctherapist #lgbtsafeplace #mentalhealthmatters

Chronic Connections reminder! ✨

The next round of Chronic Connections will be taking place beginning February 19th.

What is Chronic Connections? It’s a 6-week virtual group where we’ll share, process, and support each other in community.

No diagnosis required. Just come as you are.

🗓 Thursdays, 4:30–5:45pm starting Feb 19
💻 Online (NC residents only)
💸 $60/session or $315 full pay (some sliding scale spots available)
👥 Max 8 participants
🏳️‍🌈 LGBTQ+ & neurodiversity affirming

Led by clinicians Becca Leifer & Anna Vargas, who bring both lived and clinical experience with chronic illness.

🔗 More info + registration: screenshot this post to scan the QR code, or visit halfmoonmentalhealth.com/groups

Tag someone who might need this—or DM us if you want to learn more. 💛

#HealingInCommunity #YouAreNotAlone #MentalHealthSupport #ChronicIllnessCommunity

'Tis the season of love letters and Valentine's. To celebrate, this February at Stitch & Bitch we're inviting folks to write some letters of their own.

If you're holding a grudge and want to address an ex, your boss, or your in-laws, now's the time to let it out. Whether or not you actually send that letter is totally up to you.

Looking to send a postcard to your representatives to let them know how you feel? We'll have some supplies on hand to make the perfect card for them this Valentine's Day.

As always, feel free to bring your own craft or just hang out. Everyone is welcome in this community!

#raleighcommunity #communityevents #crafting #mentalhealthcare

Did you catch Mack's most recent blog post? Dropping In: What Skateboarding Teaches Us About Fear explores topics like what fear looks like (on and off the board), how avoidance keeps fear in charge, learning to fall, and baby steps leading to big leaps.

Go to our blog at the link in our bio to check out the full post 🛹

#resilience #doitscared #raleighnc #mentalhealthsupport

Looking for some sapphic romance to fill up your February? Join us on Thursday, 02/19 at 5:45pm at @blackbirdbooksandcoffee to discuss Delilah Green Doesn’t Care by Ashley Herring Blake.

“When Delilah’s estranged stepsister, Astrid, pressures her into photographing her wedding with a guilt trip and a five-figure check, Delilah finds herself back in the godforsaken town that she used to call home. ...

Having raised her eleven-year-old daughter mostly on her own while dealing with her unreliable ex and running a bookstore, Claire Sutherland depends upon a life without surprises. And Delilah Green is an unwelcome surprise…at first.”

*please check content warnings before reading along.

#queerbookclub #lgbtcommunity #queercommunity #raleighlgbt #raleighevents

“It could’ve been worse” is how pain for LGBTQ+ folks commonly gets minimized—sometimes by others, often by ourselves.

Maybe there wasn’t overt rejection.
Maybe there was silence, discomfort, or love with conditions.

And that still leaves a mark.

You don’t have to prove that your experience was “bad enough” to deserve support. If you’re looking to start your journey toward self-acceptance, our clinicians are here to help. Use the link in our bio to book a free consultation call today.

#raleighlgbt #northcarolinamentalhealth #queeraffirming #communitybuilding #lgbt

The word actually is doing a lot of work here. 😂

We don’t just say we’re queer- and trans-affirming—we practice it, build community around it, and show up loudly and consistently.

Whether you’re looking for a clinician that understands what it means to be LGBTQ+, want to make community in an affirming space at our monthly events, or are just following along for the vibes, we’re glad you’re here. 🌈✨

#raleighlgbt #northcarolinamentalhealth #queeraffirming #communitybuilding #lgbt

Whether you have some last minute Valentine’s to finish up, you’d like to rant about the holiday, or you just want to hang out with some fellow crafty people, come join us for our monthly Stitch & Bitch!

Right before Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to bitch about all things related to love.

We look forward to seeing everyone on Thursday, February 12th at 6pm @thecolabraleigh ✂️🧵🎨

#raleighcommunity #communityevents #crafting #mentalhealthcare

MLK Day is often softened into something palatable.
That version was never the point.

Dr. King’s work was about resisting systems that harm marginalized people and those systems are still operating loudly today.

We’re not marking this day with a quote or a platitude. We’re naming the reality we’re in: mental health does not exist outside of justice.

Care is political.
Silence is not neutral.

This is the work.

#MLKDay #socialjustice #mentalhealthcare

Falling is inevitable in skateboarding, so you learn to fall safely. Emotionally, we need those same skills.

Resilience isn’t about being fearless. It’s about knowing how to recover.

Check out our newest blog post to hear more of Mack's thoughts on what fear can look like, the distinction between fear and danger, and how avoidance keeps fear in charge. Link in bio!

#northcarolinamentalhealth #skateboarding #overcomingfear #raleighlgbt

Chronic Connections update! ✨

The next round of Chronic Connections will be taking place beginning February 19th.

What is Chronic Connections? It’s a 6-week virtual group where we’ll share, process, and support each other in community.

No diagnosis required. Just come as you are.

🗓 Thursdays, 4:30–5:45pm starting Feb 19
💻 Online (NC residents only)
💸 $60/session or $315 full pay (some sliding scale spots available)
👥 Max 8 participants
🏳️‍🌈 LGBTQ+ & neurodiversity affirming

Led by clinicians Becca Leifer & Anna Vargas, who bring both lived and clinical experience with chronic illness.

🔗 More info + registration: screenshot this post to scan the QR code, or visit halfmoonmentalhealth.com/groups

Tag someone who might need this—or DM us if you want to learn more. 💛

#HealingInCommunity #YouAreNotAlone #MentalHealthSupport #ChronicIllnessCommunity

We look forward to seeing everyone this Thursday, 01/15 at 5:45pm at @blackbirdbooksandcoffee to discuss Tell Me I’m Worthless by Alison Rumfitt.

*please check content warnings before reading along.

“Three years ago, Alice spent one night in an abandoned house with her friends, Ila and Hannah. Since then, Alice’s life has spiraled. ... Memories of that night torment Alice, but when Ila asks her to return to the House, to go past the KEEP OUT sign and over the sick earth where teenagers dare each other to venture, Alice knows she must go.”

#queerbookclub #lgbtcommunity #queercommunity #raleighlgbt #raleighevents

And now’s the time to start! Join us @thecolabraleigh tomorrow, 1/8 at 6pm for the first Stitch & Bitch of 2026 🎨🧶

Whether you’re into knitting, crochet, coloring, or any other craft, come join us for a cozy evening of creativity, conversation, and community. Bring your current project (or start a new one!) and let’s create, laugh, and unwind together.

#northcarolinamentalhealth #raleighcommunity #communityevent #lgbtsafeplace #artsandcrafts

If you’ve ever felt misunderstood, minimized, or unsafe in therapy because of your identity—you’re not alone. Queer and trans people deserve therapy that doesn’t require explaining or defending who they are.

Affirming care means your identity is understood, respected, and centered—not questioned. Queer and trans-affirming therapy matters because feeling seen is foundational to healing.

We’re here to offer care from folks who see you, hear you, and understand what it means to be part of this community. 🌈✨

#northcarolinamentalhealth #raleighlgbt #queeraffirming #lgbtsafeplace

We look forward to seeing everyone this Thursday, 01/08 at 6pm @thecolabraleigh for Stitch & Bitch!

What is Stitch & Bitch? It’s a welcoming space for crafters of all skill levels to come together, build community, and chat about their lives 💫 We meet every second Thursday, giving folks a chance to build real connections with one another. Hope to see you there!

#raleighcommunity #communityevents #crafting #mentalhealthcare

Cheers to the New Year! We’re wishing moments of grounding, care, and hope for all in 2026. 🎉

#happynewyear #mentalhealthcare #raleighnc

We're starting the New Year off with a darker pick for Light & Dark Queer Book Club! Join us on Thursday, 01/15 at 5:45pm at @blackbirdbooksandcoffee to discuss Tell Me I'm Worthless by Alison Rumfitt.

*please check content warnings before reading along.

"Three years ago, Alice spent one night in an abandoned house with her friends, Ila and Hannah. Since then, Alice’s life has spiraled. ... Memories of that night torment Alice, but when Ila asks her to return to the House, to go past the KEEP OUT sign and over the sick earth where teenagers dare each other to venture, Alice knows she must go."

#queerbookclub #lgbtcommunity #queercommunity #raleighlgbt #raleighevents

As Kwanzaa begins, we’re wishing peace, reflection, and connection to all who celebrate.

#happykwanzaa #mentalhealthcare #raleighnc

Sending warmth and compassion this Christmas season to those who celebrate.

#merrychristmas #mentalhealthcare #raleighnc

Do you want to craft more in 2026? Join us the second Thursday of every month for Stitch & Bitch, a welcoming space for crafters of all skill levels to come together, build community, and chat about their lives 💫

We look forward to seeing everyone in the new year on Thursday, January 8th at 6pm @thecolabraleigh ✂️🧵🎨

#raleighcommunity #communityevents #crafting #mentalhealthcare

If the holidays bring more vigilance than joy, you’re not alone — and you’re not failing.

This reflection is about moving through the holidays with care, naming the weight you’re carrying, and choosing what feels survivable and kind.

Read the full blog When Belonging Feels Complicated: Boundaries, Belonging, and the Holidays for LGBTQ+ Folks by A.R. Ditesheim, LCSWA (they/them), at the link in our bio!

#queerholidays #mentalhealthcare #raleighnc #survivingtheholidays

Wishing a peaceful and meaningful Hanukkah to all who celebrate.

May this season of light offer moments of warmth, reflection, and connection.

#HappyHanukkah #mentalhealthcare #raleighnc

In queer-affirming therapy, you get to show up as you are—not as someone who has to explain, defend, or minimize themselves.

✨ You don’t have to educate your therapist about your identity.
A queer-affirming therapist already has the cultural competence and lived understanding to meet you where you are, so you can focus on your healing—not their learning curve.

✨ You don’t have to justify your relationships.
Whether you’re queer, trans, poly, questioning, or still figuring things out, your connections and experiences are valid. Therapy is a place to explore them with curiosity, not defend them against stereotypes.

✨ You don’t have to brace for judgment.
Affirming care means safety. It means your identity isn’t up for debate. Instead of preparing for pushback, you get to settle into support, compassion, and a space built with you in mind.

Because therapy should never make you smaller—it should help you grow into your full, expansive self. 🌈💛

#QueerAffirmingTherapy #RaleighNC #LGBTQCenteredCare #TriangleTherapists #QueerMentalHealth

Here’s your reminder to join us at @blackbirdbooksandcoffee next Thursday, December 18 at 5:45pm for another Light Pick: The Secret Lives of Country Gentlemen!

Queer community + Regency romance = the perfect winter combo. ❄️

#queerbookclub #lgbtcommunity #queercommunity #raleighlgbt #raleighevents

We couldn�’t be more grateful for the awesome crew making up the Half Moon team!

Looking for LGBTQ+ affirming therapy in North Carolina? Check out the links in our bio and request a consultation with one of our incredible, amazing, showstopping clinicians today 🥳

#queermentalhealth #lgbtsafespace #queeraffirmingtherapy #northcarolinamentalhealth #raleighlgbt

UPDATE: This group is now being held February 19, 26 & March 5, 12, 19, 26.

We’re excited to announce that Chronic Connections is back! ✨

Living with chronic illness can feel lonely—but you don’t have to do it alone.
Join us for Chronic Connections, a 6-week virtual group where we’ll share, process, and support each other in community.

No diagnosis required. Just come as you are.

🗓 Thursdays, 4:30–5:45pm starting Feb 19
💻 Online (NC residents only)
💸 $60/session or $315 full pay (some sliding scale spots available)
👥 Max 8 participants
🏳️‍🌈 LGBTQ+ & neurodiversity affirming

Led by clinicians Becca Leifer & Anna Vargas, who bring both lived and clinical experience with chronic illness.

🔗 More info + registration: screenshot this post to scan the QR code, or visit halfmoonmentalhealth.com/groups

Tag someone who might need this—or DM us if you want to learn more. 💛

#HealingInCommunity #YouAreNotAlone #MentalHealthSupport #ChronicIllnessCommunity

Stitch & Bitch Reminder! 🧶🧵🎨

Join us at @thecolabraleigh on Thursday 12/11 at 6pm to decompress in a safe and cozy space🍂

Whether you’re into knitting, crochet, coloring, or any other craft, come join us for a cozy evening of creativity, conversation, and community. Bring your current project (or start a new one!) and let’s create, laugh, and unwind together. 🧶✂️🎨

#raleighevents #lgbtsafespace #crafting #community

The holiday season can be tough for anyone. Adding a queer or trans identity to the mix can make it feel impossible.

If the holiday season is tough for you, here’s your reminder:
Every boundary you set, every ally you recruit, every moment spent with chosen family is something to be proud of.

You deserve support, safety, and softness this season, and we’re rooting for you!💛🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

#lgbtsafespace #queermentalhealth #holidayselfcare

Exploring things like your gender identity or sexual orientation is a deeply personal and transformational experience—and you don’t have to navigate it alone.

An affirming therapist creates space where you’re seen, celebrated, and never asked to shrink who you are. 🧡 You deserve support that honors your journey, not questions it.

✨ Our queer-affirming clinicians are here when you’re ready.

#queeraffirmingtherapy #northcarolinamentalhealth #lgbt

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