LGBTQ+ Mental Health Resources

Connect with affirming mental health services, therapists, support groups, and self-care resources designed to address the unique needs and experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals.

Crisis Support & Hotlines

The Trevor Project

Crisis Support for LGBTQ+ Youth

24/7 Support Youth Focus

The leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to LGBTQ+ young people under 25. Available 24/7 via phone, text, or chat with trained counselors who offer support without judgment.

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Trans Lifeline

Peer Support by Trans People

Trans-Specific Peer Support

A grassroots hotline and microgrants organization offering direct emotional and financial support to trans people in crisis. All operators are transgender, ensuring callers can speak with someone who understands their experiences.

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National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

988 Crisis Support

Crisis Support 24/7 Service

A national network providing free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. For specialized LGBTQ+ support, press 3 after dialing 988 or text "PRIDE" to 988 to be connected with a counselor.

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Finding LGBTQ+ Affirming Providers

National Queer and Trans Therapists of Color Network

Mental Health Practitioner Directory

QTBIPOC Focus Provider Directory

A healing justice organization committed to transforming mental health for queer and trans people of color. Their directory connects QTBIPOC with mental health practitioners who share their lived experiences and identities.

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Psychology Today Therapist Finder

LGBTQ+ Therapist Directory

Therapist Directory Filter Options

A comprehensive directory where you can find licensed therapists and counselors who specialize in LGBTQ+ issues. Filter by insurance, therapy type, and specific identity focuses to find a mental health provider who meets your needs.

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Therapy for Queer, BIPOC & Marginalized Communities (TQBPM)

Specialized Therapy Directory

Intersectional Provider Directory

A directory specifically designed to help queer, trans, and BIPOC individuals find therapists who understand intersectional identities. Focuses on connecting clients with providers who recognize the impact of multiple marginalized identities.

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Pride Counseling

Online LGBTQ+ Therapy Service

Online Therapy Subscription Model

An online counseling platform specifically designed for the LGBTQ+ community, offering discrete, affordable, and convenient therapy with licensed professionals who specialize in LGBTQ+ issues, available via messaging, chat, phone, or video.

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Mental Health Education & Information

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) LGBTQ+

Educational Resource & Support

Education Support Groups

NAMI provides critical mental health education, awareness, and support specific to LGBTQ+ individuals. They offer information on common challenges, finding inclusive care, and local support groups that address unique needs.

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The Fenway Institute: LGBT Health Education Center

Mental Health Resources

Research-Based Educational Materials

An educational resource offering evidence-based information about LGBTQ+ mental health, including webinars, learning modules, and publications. Their resources address specific mental health needs across different LGBTQ+ identities.

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Mental Health America: LGBTQ+ Communities

Comprehensive Information Resource

Screening Tools Educational Content

A collection of resources addressing specific mental health concerns affecting LGBTQ+ communities, including information about minority stress, identity-related challenges, screening tools, and guidance for accessing appropriate care.

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Support Groups & Peer Connections

PFLAG Support Groups

In-Person & Virtual Meetings

Peer Support Family Focus

PFLAG's network of local chapters offers support groups for LGBTQ+ individuals and their families, creating spaces where people can share experiences, find encouragement, and develop resilience through community connection.

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LGBT National Help Center

Peer Support Services

Hotlines Online Chat

Provides peer-support through hotlines and online chat for LGBTQ+ individuals of all ages, including specialized services for youth and seniors. Their trained volunteers offer confidential emotional support, information, and local resources.

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The Support Group Project

Directory of Support Groups

Support Groups Searchable Database

A comprehensive database of in-person and online support groups for LGBTQ+ individuals across the country, searchable by location, identity focus, and specific topic areas such as coming out, gender transition, and family support.

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Digital Resources & Apps

Ayana Therapy

Mental Health App for Marginalized Communities

Mobile App Matching Service

A digital platform that matches individuals from marginalized communities, including LGBTQ+ people, with licensed therapists who share aspects of their background, experiences, and identity for more effective therapeutic relationships.

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Bloom: LGBTQ+ Therapy

Self-Guided Mental Health App

CBT-Based Self-Help

A self-therapy app featuring interactive mental health exercises specifically designed for LGBTQ+ individuals. Using cognitive-behavioral therapy frameworks, the app provides tools for managing anxiety, depression, and identity-related stress.

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imi

Mental Health Tool for LGBTQ+ Youth

Youth Focus Free Resource

A free, research-backed mental health tool designed for LGBTQ+ teens to explore and affirm their identity and learn coping skills. Developed by the Innovation Labs at Hopelab in partnership with CenterLink and It Gets Better Project.

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Books & Media Resources

"The Queer and Transgender Resilience Workbook"

By Anneliese Singh, PhD, LPC

Workbook Self-Guided

A practical resource filled with evidence-based exercises to help LGBTQ+ individuals develop resilience skills and strengthen mental health. Addresses challenges like discrimination and internalized negativity with affirming approaches.

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"Untamed Voices" Podcast

LGBTQ+ Mental Health Stories

Podcast Personal Stories

A podcast featuring authentic conversations about mental health within LGBTQ+ communities. Each episode explores individual journeys through mental health challenges, offering insights, coping strategies, and messages of hope and recovery.

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"Therapy for Black Girls" Podcast

Intersectional Mental Health Content

Podcast Intersectional

While focused broadly on mental health for Black women, this podcast frequently addresses LGBTQ+ topics with specific episodes on intersectional identities, providing valuable insights for queer and trans people of color.

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