LGBTQ+ Support Groups in California

Young Adult Self Care Group
A safe space for young adults and/or college aged students to be their authentic selves. Topics explored each week may include, but are not limited to, managing self care, creating balance, setting boundaries, and maintaining healthy coping skills. Young adults ...
Hosted by Abby Jones
Pre-Licensed Professional, APCC, NCC, RYT-200
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Jose, CA 95126
A safe space for young adults and/or college aged students to be their authentic selves. Topics explored each week may include, but are not limited to, managing self care, creating balance, setting boundaries, and maintaining healthy coping skills. Young adults ...
(408) 944-5296 View (408) 944-5296
LGBTQ+ Interpersonal Group Therapy
For all members of the LGBTQ+ community. Explore a variety of issues both global and specific to our community, in a group setting, including: Difficult feelings about self and others, recovery from self-sabotaging behaviors, shame and internalized phobias, and more. ...
Hosted by Danny Haloossim
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CGP
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Hollywood, CA 90069
For all members of the LGBTQ+ community. Explore a variety of issues both global and specific to our community, in a group setting, including: Difficult feelings about self and others, recovery from self-sabotaging behaviors, shame and internalized phobias, and more. ...
(323) 310-2992 View (323) 310-2992
LGBTQ Support
Support for LGBTQ individuals seeking a safe place to explore and expand as well as fight shame related to living an isolated life, and perhaps "coming out" if approprite, with support of group members and group leaders. Finding your "place" ...
Hosted by Gina M Keller
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fresno, CA 93711
Support for LGBTQ individuals seeking a safe place to explore and expand as well as fight shame related to living an isolated life, and perhaps "coming out" if approprite, with support of group members and group leaders. Finding your "place" ...
(559) 399-0082 View (559) 399-0082
Gay Men's Psychotherapy Groups (6 total)
Safe, supportive yet challenging environment to explore relationship concerns, intimacy, family dynamics, social issues, and sexuality amongst other topics. Groups are ongoing, with initial commitment of four months. Two groups meet each Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings.
Hosted by Jamie Moran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CGP
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94114
Safe, supportive yet challenging environment to explore relationship concerns, intimacy, family dynamics, social issues, and sexuality amongst other topics. Groups are ongoing, with initial commitment of four months. Two groups meet each Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings.
(415) 578-3947 View (415) 578-3947
Gender Exploration Group (We meet online via Zoom)
Many people questioning their gender identity feel that they may be an imposter, that somehow they may not qualify as non-binary or trans, frozen in this state for fear that they may come out as non-binary or trans only to ...
Hosted by Misty Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, WGS
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94110
Many people questioning their gender identity feel that they may be an imposter, that somehow they may not qualify as non-binary or trans, frozen in this state for fear that they may come out as non-binary or trans only to ...
(408) 583-5606 View (408) 583-5606
DBT SKills Training for LGBTQ+ Adults
Do you want to feel more effective in your life? Through DBT skills training, clients learn concrete skills across 4 modules: mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. Here is a chance to learn these skills in community with ...
Hosted by Carly Zomick
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in La Mesa, CA 91942
Do you want to feel more effective in your life? Through DBT skills training, clients learn concrete skills across 4 modules: mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. Here is a chance to learn these skills in community with ...
(619) 314-6117 View (619) 314-6117
Communication & Connection Couples Group
Communication skills are the number one piece that couples request when starting out in therapy. This group has a Gottman framework that leads couples through weekly communication exercises to deepen and strengthen love and admiration. Many couples report seeking therapy ...
Hosted by Lauren Matern
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
Communication skills are the number one piece that couples request when starting out in therapy. This group has a Gottman framework that leads couples through weekly communication exercises to deepen and strengthen love and admiration. Many couples report seeking therapy ...
(310) 455-8053 View (310) 455-8053
Male Identified Gay Men's Group
Our goal is to process and review recent social and emotional transitions within a safe community environment. Process Interpersonal Process oriented group; all types of interpersonal issues will be explored through active trying of new social behavior: increase and deepen ...
Hosted by Marco Antonio Alejandro
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Gatos, CA 95032
Our goal is to process and review recent social and emotional transitions within a safe community environment. Process Interpersonal Process oriented group; all types of interpersonal issues will be explored through active trying of new social behavior: increase and deepen ...
(408) 351-7458 View (408) 351-7458
Finding Our (Gay) Way!
Finding Our (Gay) Way! is a therapeutic group for gay men in their 30's and 40's who could use the support and feedback of other gay men. Here, you'll get a place to get to know other gay men, develop ...
Hosted by Clarity & Growth Center for Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91107
Finding Our (Gay) Way! is a therapeutic group for gay men in their 30's and 40's who could use the support and feedback of other gay men. Here, you'll get a place to get to know other gay men, develop ...
(626) 765-1753 View (626) 765-1753
Exploring Relationship Anarchy
Consulting now for a 6 week sliding-scale virtual therapy group for queer folks residing in CA exploring, practicing, and/or questioning relationship anarchy. Group will function as a hybrid psychoeducational, support, and discussion space based on group members' needs. Neurodivergent and ...
Hosted by Becker Grumet
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90026
Consulting now for a 6 week sliding-scale virtual therapy group for queer folks residing in CA exploring, practicing, and/or questioning relationship anarchy. Group will function as a hybrid psychoeducational, support, and discussion space based on group members' needs. Neurodivergent and ...
(323) 395-0172 View (323) 395-0172
LGBT Support
This group is intended to provide a safe space for members to discuss both issues particular to the LGBT community such as coming out, internalized negativity, rejection from family, religious struggles, same-gender relationships, etc., as well as general life problems. ...
Hosted by Pat Alford-Keating
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP, CGP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Redondo Beach, CA 90277
This group is intended to provide a safe space for members to discuss both issues particular to the LGBT community such as coming out, internalized negativity, rejection from family, religious struggles, same-gender relationships, etc., as well as general life problems. ...
(310) 321-4303 View (310) 321-4303
Consensual Non-Monogamy Processing Group
Boundless Connections is an in-person processing group in Pasadena, CA for clients in consensual non-monogamous (CNM) relationships. Our mission is to cultivate genuine connections and solidarity, offering a space to delve into the intricate dynamics, challenges, and enriching experiences inherent ...
Hosted by Danielle Palomares
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91101
Boundless Connections is an in-person processing group in Pasadena, CA for clients in consensual non-monogamous (CNM) relationships. Our mission is to cultivate genuine connections and solidarity, offering a space to delve into the intricate dynamics, challenges, and enriching experiences inherent ...
(323) 524-2966 View (323) 524-2966
Journey into Queerdom
As a gay therapist, I understand the beauty and complexity of the coming out process. It can be both exhilarating and frightening. This group is here to support you, regardless of your coming out experience. Being queer can sometimes feel ...
Hosted by Cristina Arenales
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Newport Beach, CA 92660
As a gay therapist, I understand the beauty and complexity of the coming out process. It can be both exhilarating and frightening. This group is here to support you, regardless of your coming out experience. Being queer can sometimes feel ...
(949) 649-2356 View (949) 649-2356
Given Up On Finding "The Right One?"
Learn how to better communicate, tackle sex and intimacy issues, make your relationship a priority, and develop skills to better handle conflict. Perhaps you've struggled with long-standing issues, and whether to get professional help. You want things to change but ...
Hosted by LGBTpsychologist.com - Dr. Gilbert Chalepas
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Hollywood, CA 90069
Learn how to better communicate, tackle sex and intimacy issues, make your relationship a priority, and develop skills to better handle conflict. Perhaps you've struggled with long-standing issues, and whether to get professional help. You want things to change but ...
(310) 692-7017 View (310) 692-7017
LGBTQ+ and Neurodivergent
This group aims to provide a platform for open dialogue, understanding, and empowerment as we navigate the complexities of our shared identities that arise at the intersection of being both LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent. We will explore various aspects of our ...
Hosted by Life Practice Counseling Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Sacramento, CA 95821
This group aims to provide a platform for open dialogue, understanding, and empowerment as we navigate the complexities of our shared identities that arise at the intersection of being both LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent. We will explore various aspects of our ...
(916) 525-8632 View (916) 525-8632
Jealousy in CNM- 10 week workshop series
We are rarely taught how to manage/ navigate this overwhelming emotion but it always comes up in Consensual Non-Monogamous (CNM) relationships. Through the Jealousy Workbook by Kathy Labriola, we will explore: relationship role models/orientation, loss and grief, understanding triggers and ...
Hosted by Chai Benson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Long Beach, CA 90804
We are rarely taught how to manage/ navigate this overwhelming emotion but it always comes up in Consensual Non-Monogamous (CNM) relationships. Through the Jealousy Workbook by Kathy Labriola, we will explore: relationship role models/orientation, loss and grief, understanding triggers and ...
(562) 600-9083 View (562) 600-9083
Love & Liberation: A Queer Support Group
Build supportive connections with other LGBTQIA+ folks in this welcoming group run by a queer therapist. Designed to help you navigate your identity, improve your relationships, and take care of your mental health. Welcoming of all races, identities, ages, & ...
Hosted by Talia Tzouris
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Build supportive connections with other LGBTQIA+ folks in this welcoming group run by a queer therapist. Designed to help you navigate your identity, improve your relationships, and take care of your mental health. Welcoming of all races, identities, ages, & ...
(805) 500-0817 View (805) 500-0817
Friendship & Intimacy Process Group
Friendships are some of the most enlivening relationships in our lives & they can be difficult to make, maintain, and deepen as we grow into new phases of life, new cities, new interests, and new ideas. This group is for ...
Hosted by Lauren Matern
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
Friendships are some of the most enlivening relationships in our lives & they can be difficult to make, maintain, and deepen as we grow into new phases of life, new cities, new interests, and new ideas. This group is for ...
(310) 455-8053 View (310) 455-8053
Coping with Chronic Illness
This group is for those individuals who have been diagnosed with a chronic illness (i.e.: diabetes, asthma, high blood pressure) and are desiring to continue to have a satisfying and fulfilling life. Topics covered: communication with your treatment providers, coping ...
Hosted by Marc Anthony Campos-Ramos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MPH, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94103
This group is for those individuals who have been diagnosed with a chronic illness (i.e.: diabetes, asthma, high blood pressure) and are desiring to continue to have a satisfying and fulfilling life. Topics covered: communication with your treatment providers, coping ...
(510) 878-4090 View (510) 878-4090
Interpersonal Group Therapy for Gay Men
Explore a variety of issues both global and specific to our community, in a group setting, including: Difficult feelings about self and others, recovery from self-sabotaging behaviors, shame and internalized homophobia, and more.
Hosted by Danny Haloossim
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CGP
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Hollywood, CA 90069
Explore a variety of issues both global and specific to our community, in a group setting, including: Difficult feelings about self and others, recovery from self-sabotaging behaviors, shame and internalized homophobia, and more.
(323) 310-2992 View (323) 310-2992

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