A support group for teens who are coming out, transitioning or questioning and experiencing gender dysphoria, stress, anxiety or depression. You are the experts, advocates and allies, capable of teaching each other how to cope and offering peer-led feedback. I will use my principles grounded in Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy to serve as a foundation for coping skills. Q-TOWN-Teen delves into managing parental and family communication, along with school environments.
A support group for teens who are coming out, transitioning or questioning and experiencing gender dysphoria, stress, anxiety or depression. You are the experts, advocates and allies, capable of teaching each other how to cope and offering peer-led feedback. I will use my principles grounded in Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy to serve as a foundation for coping skills. Q-TOWN-Teen delves into managing parental and family communication, along with school environments.
This group is geared towards individuals ages 18-30 who identify as LGBTQIA+. It supports members in working to better understand themselves and their relationship to their sexual orientation and/or gender identity through supportive exploration and processing with fellow members. Topics also stretch beyond those specific to queerness, as members work to identify ways of addressing general interpersonal difficulties. The group is appropriate for LGBTQIA+ individuals at all stages of identity development. All prospective participants first meet with Dr. Lauren O’Connor (she/her) individually to gauge whether the group may be a good fit for their goals.
This group is geared towards individuals ages 18-30 who identify as LGBTQIA+. It supports members in working to better understand themselves and their relationship to their sexual orientation and/or gender identity through supportive exploration and processing with fellow members. Topics also stretch beyond those specific to queerness, as members work to identify ways of addressing general interpersonal difficulties. The group is appropriate for LGBTQIA+ individuals at all stages of identity development. All prospective participants first meet with Dr. Lauren O’Connor (she/her) individually to gauge whether the group may be a good fit for their goals.
This is a special twice-a-month support group for parents of transgender and gender expansive children and adults! As we join in our children’s journey, we also grapple with our own myriad and complex feelings, how to support and advocate for them, and how to navigate family, friends, and systems. In this group, we will give ample space for our complex and nuanced feelings as trans-parents including pride, sadness, grief, fears for their safety, joy and happiness, anger, relief, disagreement and the normative questioning of all the current norms and expectations placed upon us by society.
This is a special twice-a-month support group for parents of transgender and gender expansive children and adults! As we join in our children’s journey, we also grapple with our own myriad and complex feelings, how to support and advocate for them, and how to navigate family, friends, and systems. In this group, we will give ample space for our complex and nuanced feelings as trans-parents including pride, sadness, grief, fears for their safety, joy and happiness, anger, relief, disagreement and the normative questioning of all the current norms and expectations placed upon us by society.
Meeting Topics & Guest Speakers 2/13 | Coming Out / Inviting In 2/20 | Rise & Shine: Make-Up Tips Guest Speaker: Joy 2/27 | Dating & Career Guest Speaker: TBD 3/06 | Navigating Gender Dysphoria 3/13 | Gender-Affirming Medical Care 3/20 | Becoming a Trans Elder: Aging. Please see our website for more details http://www.rustwellnessgroup.com
Meeting Topics & Guest Speakers 2/13 | Coming Out / Inviting In 2/20 | Rise & Shine: Make-Up Tips Guest Speaker: Joy 2/27 | Dating & Career Guest Speaker: TBD 3/06 | Navigating Gender Dysphoria 3/13 | Gender-Affirming Medical Care 3/20 | Becoming a Trans Elder: Aging. Please see our website for more details http://www.rustwellnessgroup.com
This virtual psychotherapy group focuses on relationships, communication, sexuality, gender , and mental health issues within the LGBTQ community. Explore your feelings and connect with others in a supportive environment.
This virtual psychotherapy group focuses on relationships, communication, sexuality, gender , and mental health issues within the LGBTQ community. Explore your feelings and connect with others in a supportive environment.
This group offers queer humans a place to be together to explore and to articulate themselves individually and as a community. As a collective that is often "separated and different from" others and often struggles to understand the diversity amongst ourselves, group members will seek and find ways to understand, grow, develop and find strength with one another. No clear self-definition necessary, just curiosity about oneself. THIS GROUP WILL MEET VIRTUALLY (3 times/month AND IN PERSON (once monthly) Please email jlichtsteinlcsw@gmail.com, if interested in learning more.
Hosted by Julie Lichtstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, NCPsyA
Group meets in New York, NY 10001
This group offers queer humans a place to be together to explore and to articulate themselves individually and as a community. As a collective that is often "separated and different from" others and often struggles to understand the diversity amongst ourselves, group members will seek and find ways to understand, grow, develop and find strength with one another. No clear self-definition necessary, just curiosity about oneself. THIS GROUP WILL MEET VIRTUALLY (3 times/month AND IN PERSON (once monthly) Please email jlichtsteinlcsw@gmail.com, if interested in learning more.
For queer folks, the holidays can be complicated. From intrusive questions and awkward silences to outright hurtful comments, the decision to return home often comes with compromises. For those who can't go home, the holidays prompt a range of emotions - fear, anger, grief, loneliness, self-blame. Queer for the Holidays is a place for mutual support. It's also a space to remind each other there is joy in being queer, even if others can't see it. This virtual group is open to adults in New York, Florida, and Oregon. Sliding scale available. Begins 11/17.
For queer folks, the holidays can be complicated. From intrusive questions and awkward silences to outright hurtful comments, the decision to return home often comes with compromises. For those who can't go home, the holidays prompt a range of emotions - fear, anger, grief, loneliness, self-blame. Queer for the Holidays is a place for mutual support. It's also a space to remind each other there is joy in being queer, even if others can't see it. This virtual group is open to adults in New York, Florida, and Oregon. Sliding scale available. Begins 11/17.
We are Beautiful is a virtually based supportive therapy group led by trans masculine clinician for trans or non-binary AFAB (assigned female at birth) folks. Examples of topics to be discussed (but not limited to) are stress of transitioning, gender-affirming surgeries, coming out again and again, names and pronouns, relationships with our bodies, self-esteem, relationships, etc. There will be 8 members max and current individual therapy is strongly preferred.
We are Beautiful is a virtually based supportive therapy group led by trans masculine clinician for trans or non-binary AFAB (assigned female at birth) folks. Examples of topics to be discussed (but not limited to) are stress of transitioning, gender-affirming surgeries, coming out again and again, names and pronouns, relationships with our bodies, self-esteem, relationships, etc. There will be 8 members max and current individual therapy is strongly preferred.
TRANSport is a support group for trans and gender nonconforming folks to feel less alone in a cis world. Group members will build community around transitioning, relationships, and mental health struggles. We'll meet virtually on Tuesdays from 8-9:30pm from February 3 – March 24. For more information: tinyurl.com/TGNC-group
TRANSport is a support group for trans and gender nonconforming folks to feel less alone in a cis world. Group members will build community around transitioning, relationships, and mental health struggles. We'll meet virtually on Tuesdays from 8-9:30pm from February 3 – March 24. For more information: tinyurl.com/TGNC-group
This psychotherapy group is for queer young adults (age 18+) looking for support in developing resiliency skills and exploring gender, sexuality, and other dimensions of identity - as well as our encounters with an increasingly challenging socio-political context. Group topics include: 1. Skills for authentic self-expression, 2. Strategies for handling conflict, rejection, and discrimination, 3. Self-love, self-discovery, and self-reflection as opportunities for growth, and 4. Resources for connecting with the greater LGBTQIA+ community.
This psychotherapy group is for queer young adults (age 18+) looking for support in developing resiliency skills and exploring gender, sexuality, and other dimensions of identity - as well as our encounters with an increasingly challenging socio-political context. Group topics include: 1. Skills for authentic self-expression, 2. Strategies for handling conflict, rejection, and discrimination, 3. Self-love, self-discovery, and self-reflection as opportunities for growth, and 4. Resources for connecting with the greater LGBTQIA+ community.
A 12-week *virtual* psychoeducation and skillbuilding group for adults and adolescents ages 14+ with OCD led by Marielle Tawil, LMSW. Learn skills to reduce fear, build fear tolerance in the long term, and lower anxiety when mental compulsions get overwhelming. Open to participants in all states. Sliding scale fees available. Sign up at TriskaPsychotherapy.com/groups
Hosted by Andrew Triska, MSW, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Group meets in New York, NY 10016
A 12-week *virtual* psychoeducation and skillbuilding group for adults and adolescents ages 14+ with OCD led by Marielle Tawil, LMSW. Learn skills to reduce fear, build fear tolerance in the long term, and lower anxiety when mental compulsions get overwhelming. Open to participants in all states. Sliding scale fees available. Sign up at TriskaPsychotherapy.com/groups
Supervision group for licensed clinicians who are working with trans and gnc patients. For more information, please contact me.
Hosted by Yukari Yanagino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-R, FIPA
Group meets in New York, NY 10009
Supervision group for licensed clinicians who are working with trans and gnc patients. For more information, please contact me.
Support group for LGBTQ+ identifying people who are in a straight presenting relationship. Topics include queer invisibility, effects on relationship, passing, feelings of guilt/shame, isolation/rejection from cishet & queer communities.
Support group for LGBTQ+ identifying people who are in a straight presenting relationship. Topics include queer invisibility, effects on relationship, passing, feelings of guilt/shame, isolation/rejection from cishet & queer communities.
Meeting Topics & Guest Speakers 2/13 | Coming Out / Inviting In 2/20 | Rise & Shine: Make-Up Tips Guest Speaker: Joy 2/27 | Dating & Career Guest Speaker: TBD 3/06 | Navigating Gender Dysphoria 3/13 | Gender-Affirming Medical Care 3/20 | Becoming a Trans Elder: Aging Guest Speaker: TBD. Please see our website for more info http://www.rustwellnessgroup.com
Meeting Topics & Guest Speakers 2/13 | Coming Out / Inviting In 2/20 | Rise & Shine: Make-Up Tips Guest Speaker: Joy 2/27 | Dating & Career Guest Speaker: TBD 3/06 | Navigating Gender Dysphoria 3/13 | Gender-Affirming Medical Care 3/20 | Becoming a Trans Elder: Aging Guest Speaker: TBD. Please see our website for more info http://www.rustwellnessgroup.com
IN PERSON GROUP: As humans we yearn for connection, and yet so many of us in the queer community are currently faced with isolation and fears of being our authentic selves. This group is for anyone who self identifies as queer (LGBQIA+) and gender expansive (TGNC) and wants to build relational resilience and are queer therapists or wellness providers. This weekly interpersonal process group will focus on interpersonal themes aimed toward learning new ways to maintain healthy relationships when faced with issues of vulnerability, conflict, comparison, and self-doubt.
IN PERSON GROUP: As humans we yearn for connection, and yet so many of us in the queer community are currently faced with isolation and fears of being our authentic selves. This group is for anyone who self identifies as queer (LGBQIA+) and gender expansive (TGNC) and wants to build relational resilience and are queer therapists or wellness providers. This weekly interpersonal process group will focus on interpersonal themes aimed toward learning new ways to maintain healthy relationships when faced with issues of vulnerability, conflict, comparison, and self-doubt.
Our gender discovery group is an 8-week gender discovery group for men assigned at birth to explore their feminine identity. This group will use feminist therapeutic practices to facilitate a relational dynamic between participants to support one another through their individual gender discovery. This group is for the queer, closeted, confused, cross-dressing, expansive, femme, married, single, sure, and undecided. Am I Trans? Is about questioning together, instead of alone. Gender is a lifespan experience that welcomes identity exploration at every age and at every stage.
Our gender discovery group is an 8-week gender discovery group for men assigned at birth to explore their feminine identity. This group will use feminist therapeutic practices to facilitate a relational dynamic between participants to support one another through their individual gender discovery. This group is for the queer, closeted, confused, cross-dressing, expansive, femme, married, single, sure, and undecided. Am I Trans? Is about questioning together, instead of alone. Gender is a lifespan experience that welcomes identity exploration at every age and at every stage.
IN-PERSON GROUP: As humans we yearn for connection, and yet so many of us, TGNC folks are currently faced with isolation and fears of being our authentic selves. This group is for people who want to engage in a safe space to explore and discuss their gender identity/expression. This weekly interpersonal process group will focus on interpersonal themes, including but not limited to: deconstructing gender, managing relationships, building a community, developing self-compassion, discussing sexual and mental health concerns, and much more.
IN-PERSON GROUP: As humans we yearn for connection, and yet so many of us, TGNC folks are currently faced with isolation and fears of being our authentic selves. This group is for people who want to engage in a safe space to explore and discuss their gender identity/expression. This weekly interpersonal process group will focus on interpersonal themes, including but not limited to: deconstructing gender, managing relationships, building a community, developing self-compassion, discussing sexual and mental health concerns, and much more.
A support group for young adults who are coming out, transitioning, questioning or experiencing gender dysphoria, stress, anxiety or depression. You are the experts, advocates and allies, capable of teaching each other how to cope and offering peer-led feedback. I will use my principles grounded in Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy to serve as a foundation for coping skills. Q-TOWN, Adult deals with navigating relationships with family, friends and loved ones as adults.
A support group for young adults who are coming out, transitioning, questioning or experiencing gender dysphoria, stress, anxiety or depression. You are the experts, advocates and allies, capable of teaching each other how to cope and offering peer-led feedback. I will use my principles grounded in Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy to serve as a foundation for coping skills. Q-TOWN, Adult deals with navigating relationships with family, friends and loved ones as adults.
Currently meeting via tele-therapy. A therapeutic space for Queer and Trans People of Color to process their experiences. Navigating life at the intersection of multiple identities—especially those that are historically marginalized—can be challenging and even traumatic, yet can also bring deep strength, connection, and joy. In what ways do our identities bring meaning and pride into our lives and our sense of self? In what ways are we needing to heal? Led by QTPOC clinicians, this group aims to provide support, share coping skills, build safe and affirming community, and foster individual and collective strength and resiliency. Cost $10.
Currently meeting via tele-therapy. A therapeutic space for Queer and Trans People of Color to process their experiences. Navigating life at the intersection of multiple identities—especially those that are historically marginalized—can be challenging and even traumatic, yet can also bring deep strength, connection, and joy. In what ways do our identities bring meaning and pride into our lives and our sense of self? In what ways are we needing to heal? Led by QTPOC clinicians, this group aims to provide support, share coping skills, build safe and affirming community, and foster individual and collective strength and resiliency. Cost $10.
Fluidity Beyond the Binary ?- Virtual Support Group (Nationwide) - 12 participant limit. LEADER: Delilah Levy DESCRIPTION: An inclusive space to access and explore your authentic inner selves through expressive arts therapy experiences. Together we will wade through the intersecting waters of neurodivergence and queer/trans identities with playfulness and curiosity, navigating topics like gender & sexuality, community care, nontraditional relationships, energetic boundaries, attachment styles, inner child healing, and more. Join us for a creatively integrative experience towards collective discovery, transformation, and liberation.
Hosted by Water & Stone, a Creative Arts Therapy PLLC
Art Therapist, LCAT, LPAT, ATR-BC
Group meets in New York, NY 10003
Fluidity Beyond the Binary ?- Virtual Support Group (Nationwide) - 12 participant limit. LEADER: Delilah Levy DESCRIPTION: An inclusive space to access and explore your authentic inner selves through expressive arts therapy experiences. Together we will wade through the intersecting waters of neurodivergence and queer/trans identities with playfulness and curiosity, navigating topics like gender & sexuality, community care, nontraditional relationships, energetic boundaries, attachment styles, inner child healing, and more. Join us for a creatively integrative experience towards collective discovery, transformation, and liberation.
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As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.