Mental Health & Wellness

Journaling can be a powerful tool for self-discovery, healing, and growth—especially for trans and non-binary people navigating the complexities of gender identity and expression. We’re excited to introduce the Trans Journal Series, a new monthly feature designed to guide you through writing prompts that encourage reflection, exploration, and empowerment. Whether you’re just beginning your transition […]

Experiencing gender dysphoria while also embracing moments of gender euphoria is a common experience for trans and non-binary people. In this event, Dr. Ley Cray dives deeper into both dysphoria and euphoria, exploring how they manifest, how to manage the challenges of dysphoria, and how to cultivate and sustain moments of euphoria. Through thoughtful analysis,

Do you ever find yourself asking, “am I trans enough?” If so, you’re not alone! This is a common sentiment felt by many trans and nonbinary people.  In this event facilitated by Dr. Ley David Elliette Cray, join us as we explore themes of self-acceptance, identity, and overcoming imposter syndrome.  PS: You are trans enough—whatever

In recent times, mental health has gained more recognition and attention, but the concept of a mental health crisis can still be misunderstood or overlooked. In this blog post, we will explore what a mental health crisis is, the unique challenges faced by transgender and nonbinary individuals in these situations, and provide a list of

Anxiety and depression can cast a heavy shadow over everyday life, impacting individuals from all walks of life, especially the transgender and nonbinary community. If you are wondering how anxiety and depression while on HRT is treated, you’re not alone. Approximately one-third of the trans and nonbinary community experience depression and anxiety. Moreover, the disparity

In today’s world, self-defense isn’t just about physical techniques but also about navigating social dynamics and potential repercussions. This is especially true for QTBIPOC (Queer, Transgender, Black, Indigenous, People of Color) and transfeminine individuals, who face unique challenges and considerations. Threats to personal safety are an unfortunate reality for many queer people. It’s crucial to

Self-care looks different for all of us, but the importance of making it a priority remains the same. For transgender and nonbinary folks, experiencing feelings of grief, isolation, and transphobia from being out, or not yet out are common realities. Plume believes our trans and non-binary communities deserve to feel safe, comfortable, and confident in

Transphobia – both socially and within legislation –  has continued to rise within the United States in the last year. Because of this, we must understand what exactly transphobia is in order to combat its power and harmful effects. In addition to understanding its various components – including cisnormativity and external/internal transphobia – we must