This group is for women who have maybe lived in heterosexual circles or are married with kids who are questioning their sexuality, are ready to come out, are not ready but want to talk about it, religious or not, or are staying the course but need a community of other women who understand this experience.
This group is for women who have maybe lived in heterosexual circles or are married with kids who are questioning their sexuality, are ready to come out, are not ready but want to talk about it, religious or not, or are staying the course but need a community of other women who understand this experience.
The group empowers members to deal better with intimacy difficulties, personal and professional interpersonal relationships, and familial conflict by focusing on their here and now experience in the group. Group therapy provides people with an opportunity to see how they reenact past conflicts, gain valuable feedback about how they are experienced by other group members, and try out new ways of interacting in order to develop more satisfying interpersonal connections.
The group empowers members to deal better with intimacy difficulties, personal and professional interpersonal relationships, and familial conflict by focusing on their here and now experience in the group. Group therapy provides people with an opportunity to see how they reenact past conflicts, gain valuable feedback about how they are experienced by other group members, and try out new ways of interacting in order to develop more satisfying interpersonal connections.
Teens and young adults struggling with issues related to gender identity and sexuality need a safe and supportive place to connect with others. Led by a professional therapist with an expertise in LGBTQ issues, this group offers camaraderie, connection, validation and guidance during this challenging time. The group aims to provide teens and young adults with the support they need to grow into healthy self acceptance..
Hosted by Heather H Kirby
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAC, MEd
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
Teens and young adults struggling with issues related to gender identity and sexuality need a safe and supportive place to connect with others. Led by a professional therapist with an expertise in LGBTQ issues, this group offers camaraderie, connection, validation and guidance during this challenging time. The group aims to provide teens and young adults with the support they need to grow into healthy self acceptance..
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This is a virtual process group for those that identify as POC and LGBTQIAT+ who would like an opportunity to process the unique experiences of moving through the world with intersecting identities of power and privilege in a spaces with others who share this lived experience and are seeking community support. We receive messages every day from multiple spaces telling us who and how we should be. F**k The Box makes a space for individuals to examine those messages with others in the community to aid in helping to each find their own understandings and path.
This is a virtual process group for those that identify as POC and LGBTQIAT+ who would like an opportunity to process the unique experiences of moving through the world with intersecting identities of power and privilege in a spaces with others who share this lived experience and are seeking community support. We receive messages every day from multiple spaces telling us who and how we should be. F**k The Box makes a space for individuals to examine those messages with others in the community to aid in helping to each find their own understandings and path.
This group begins mid July. Come join LGBTQIA+ adults in a weekly Minecraft support group. This group will create a space of community, support, exploration and processing. All while we enjoy the experience of play!
This group begins mid July. Come join LGBTQIA+ adults in a weekly Minecraft support group. This group will create a space of community, support, exploration and processing. All while we enjoy the experience of play!
Are you learning new things about yourself that leave you with some questions? Have you found yourself in a relationship wondering how on earth you got there? Do you feel like TikTok knows you a little too well? Do you just want more out of your life? We're here to help. This group is led by two women therapists who have made big life changes, been deep in the trenches, and come out the other side. This group is open to anyone who identifies as a woman!
I have specialized training in DID, Trauma and LGBTQ mental health with specialized training in high-demand religions and cult recovery.
Are you learning new things about yourself that leave you with some questions? Have you found yourself in a relationship wondering how on earth you got there? Do you feel like TikTok knows you a little too well? Do you just want more out of your life? We're here to help. This group is led by two women therapists who have made big life changes, been deep in the trenches, and come out the other side. This group is open to anyone who identifies as a woman!
Are you learning new things about yourself that leave you with some questions? Have you found yourself in a relationship wondering how on earth you got there? Do you feel like TikTok knows you a little too well? Do you just want more out of your life? We're here to help. This group is led by two women therapists who have made big life changes, been deep in the trenches, and come out the other side. This group is open to anyone who identifies as a woman!
Hosted by Jessica MacNair
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Group meets in Falls Church, VA 22046
Are you learning new things about yourself that leave you with some questions? Have you found yourself in a relationship wondering how on earth you got there? Do you feel like TikTok knows you a little too well? Do you just want more out of your life? We're here to help. This group is led by two women therapists who have made big life changes, been deep in the trenches, and come out the other side. This group is open to anyone who identifies as a woman!
Coming later in 2025, Imani is putting together an evening art therapy group for teens aimed at processing and working through anxiety and relationships. If interested in joining, email imani@lgtbcounselingdmv.com to join the waitlist.
I have a special interest in working with BIPOC and LGBTQIA individuals, OCD and the spectrum of neurodiversity.
Coming later in 2025, Imani is putting together an evening art therapy group for teens aimed at processing and working through anxiety and relationships. If interested in joining, email imani@lgtbcounselingdmv.com to join the waitlist.
The Queer Relationship Process Group for Romantic Partners is in person from 9a - 10:15a every other Friday. This group previously hosted only Mixed Orientation Relationships, in which two or more people's sexual and/or gender identity are not the same or partnerships that were at one point traditional cishet relationships and since then, one or more in the partnership has transitioned gender identity or sexual orientation. It is now open to Queer Couples of all make up, but is limited to 2 people per relationship. This group maxes out at 6 partnerships. Email for membership today.
Hosted by SC Nealy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS, NCC, CCMHC, MA
Group meets in Arlington, VA 22207
I specialize in queer issues, religious trauma, and complex trauma backgrounds and therefore mostly work in longterm psychotherapy for people looking to do whole-life work.
The Queer Relationship Process Group for Romantic Partners is in person from 9a - 10:15a every other Friday. This group previously hosted only Mixed Orientation Relationships, in which two or more people's sexual and/or gender identity are not the same or partnerships that were at one point traditional cishet relationships and since then, one or more in the partnership has transitioned gender identity or sexual orientation. It is now open to Queer Couples of all make up, but is limited to 2 people per relationship. This group maxes out at 6 partnerships. Email for membership today.
Chloe Goldbach and Roland Scheppske are leading an ongoing interpersonal process group for anyone 18+ years old who identifies on the asexual or aromantic spectrums. This group is capped at 8 participants and focuses on self-compassion, asexual identity exploration, self-esteem, peer relationships, self-advocacy, and more. The group only meet 2 weeks out of the month and is currently in person. Another virtual cohort will be beginning in Spring 2025. Please email to be interviewed for membership today.
Roland particularly loves working with the aromantic and asexual community, young adults working on autonomy and confidence in delayed independence, queer veterans and military members and their families, those with people pleasing tendencies, the gay male population, and people wanting to work on improving their abilities to self-advocate and empower themselves.
Chloe Goldbach and Roland Scheppske are leading an ongoing interpersonal process group for anyone 18+ years old who identifies on the asexual or aromantic spectrums. This group is capped at 8 participants and focuses on self-compassion, asexual identity exploration, self-esteem, peer relationships, self-advocacy, and more. The group only meet 2 weeks out of the month and is currently in person. Another virtual cohort will be beginning in Spring 2025. Please email to be interviewed for membership today.
The M.O.R.E. Process Group for Partners is virtually from 12p - 1:15p every other Friday. Mixed Orientation Relationships (M.O.R.E.) are partnerships where two or more people's sexual and/or gender identity are not the same. This group will focus on partnerships that were at one point traditional cishet relationships and since then, one or more in the partnership has transitioned gender identity or sexual orientation. Email for membership today.
We are a dedicated team of queer identifying psychotherapists focused on serving the LGBTQ population and their families and allies throughout the DC area and nationally.
The M.O.R.E. Process Group for Partners is virtually from 12p - 1:15p every other Friday. Mixed Orientation Relationships (M.O.R.E.) are partnerships where two or more people's sexual and/or gender identity are not the same. This group will focus on partnerships that were at one point traditional cishet relationships and since then, one or more in the partnership has transitioned gender identity or sexual orientation. Email for membership today.
Chloe Goldbach, PhD (she/her) who identifies as a trans woman leads a drop-in, no commitment support group for those who have medically or surgically transitioned genders and for those questioning and considering transition. The groups goal is to provide a safe place to ask questions, seek advice, and facilitate support. The group is $35 per person, plus sliding scale options.
Chloe specializes in working LGBTQIA individuals (especially transgender, nonbinary, and asexual individuals), outpatient disordered eating and body image concerns, complex and acute PTSD, DBT skills building, women's issues, identity exploration, resilience, mindfulness, career concerns, and insomnia/sleep concerns.
Chloe Goldbach, PhD (she/her) who identifies as a trans woman leads a drop-in, no commitment support group for those who have medically or surgically transitioned genders and for those questioning and considering transition. The groups goal is to provide a safe place to ask questions, seek advice, and facilitate support. The group is $35 per person, plus sliding scale options.
Chloe Goldbach and Roland Scheppske are leading an ongoing interpersonal process group for anyone 18+ years old who identifies on the asexual or aromantic spectrums. This group is capped at 8 participants and focuses on self-compassion, asexual identity exploration, self-esteem, peer relationships, self-advocacy, and more. The group only meet 3 weeks out of the month. Please email to be interviewed for membership today.
Chloe specializes in working LGBTQIA individuals (especially transgender, nonbinary, and asexual individuals), outpatient disordered eating and body image concerns, complex and acute PTSD, DBT skills building, women's issues, identity exploration, resilience, mindfulness, career concerns, and insomnia/sleep concerns.
Chloe Goldbach and Roland Scheppske are leading an ongoing interpersonal process group for anyone 18+ years old who identifies on the asexual or aromantic spectrums. This group is capped at 8 participants and focuses on self-compassion, asexual identity exploration, self-esteem, peer relationships, self-advocacy, and more. The group only meet 3 weeks out of the month. Please email to be interviewed for membership today.
Weekly Meetings Starting April 8, 2025 at 3pm-4:30pm What: Nova Telemental Health LLC will begin hosting a weekly support group for Transgender Folx lead by Kelly Cipera, LCSW. Who: Anyone who is or has explored their gender identity, whether you are questioning or have completed all of your transition goals to date is welcome to join us. Topics to include: Identity exploration, navigating the current social and political environment, and developing community connections and support. ? Cost: $40 per session. Due to challenges with billing support groups to insurance this will be a self-pay only group.
Hosted by Nova Telemental Health LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-S, CST
Group meets in Manassas, VA 20109
Weekly Meetings Starting April 8, 2025 at 3pm-4:30pm What: Nova Telemental Health LLC will begin hosting a weekly support group for Transgender Folx lead by Kelly Cipera, LCSW. Who: Anyone who is or has explored their gender identity, whether you are questioning or have completed all of your transition goals to date is welcome to join us. Topics to include: Identity exploration, navigating the current social and political environment, and developing community connections and support. ? Cost: $40 per session. Due to challenges with billing support groups to insurance this will be a self-pay only group.
Returning Fall 2025 virtually, this 12 week group will focus on psychoeducation around religious trauma, breaking down shame/judgment, restructuring relational patterns, exploring identity outside of religious doctrines, purity culture, perfectionism, boundary setting, and increasing autonomy in individual choices toward or away from spirituality and/or religion. This group is open to anyone from any religious background and is intended to help clients reach their own personal goals for religion which may include staying in a religion, growing in a religion, or leaving a religion. All states are welcome. Day of the week and time TBD.
Hosted by SC Nealy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS, NCC, CCMHC, MA
Group meets in Arlington, VA 22207
I specialize in queer issues, religious trauma, and complex trauma backgrounds and therefore mostly work in longterm psychotherapy for people looking to do whole-life work.
Returning Fall 2025 virtually, this 12 week group will focus on psychoeducation around religious trauma, breaking down shame/judgment, restructuring relational patterns, exploring identity outside of religious doctrines, purity culture, perfectionism, boundary setting, and increasing autonomy in individual choices toward or away from spirituality and/or religion. This group is open to anyone from any religious background and is intended to help clients reach their own personal goals for religion which may include staying in a religion, growing in a religion, or leaving a religion. All states are welcome. Day of the week and time TBD.
Join us for a 6-week expressive art support group for CPTSD survivors. We will use IFS techniques and narrative therapy techniques combined with expressive art to help you on your journey through this support group. Each group will have a topic that we will focus on and Vee Williams (LPC) will walk the members through activities during the group while also giving space for members to provide empathetic support to one another. Make way to battle monsters and create castles in this expressive art group. Come join us for the most fun 6 weeks of trauma work you have experienced yet.
Hosted by Mayhem and Tranquility Therapy, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP-II, CSTS
Group meets in Ashburn, VA 20147
I work primarily with trans, non-binary, minority, and/or low SES individuals, and neurodivergent clients.
Join us for a 6-week expressive art support group for CPTSD survivors. We will use IFS techniques and narrative therapy techniques combined with expressive art to help you on your journey through this support group. Each group will have a topic that we will focus on and Vee Williams (LPC) will walk the members through activities during the group while also giving space for members to provide empathetic support to one another. Make way to battle monsters and create castles in this expressive art group. Come join us for the most fun 6 weeks of trauma work you have experienced yet.
Chloe Goldbach and Roland Scheppske are leading an ongoing interpersonal process group for anyone 18+ years old who identifies on the asexual or aromantic spectrums. This group is capped at 8 participants and focuses on self-compassion, asexual identity exploration, self-esteem, peer relationships, self-advocacy, and more. The group only meet every other Tuesday in the evening in person. Please email to be interviewed for membership today.
We are a dedicated team of queer identifying psychotherapists focused on serving the LGBTQ population and their families and allies throughout the DC area and nationally.
Chloe Goldbach and Roland Scheppske are leading an ongoing interpersonal process group for anyone 18+ years old who identifies on the asexual or aromantic spectrums. This group is capped at 8 participants and focuses on self-compassion, asexual identity exploration, self-esteem, peer relationships, self-advocacy, and more. The group only meet every other Tuesday in the evening in person. Please email to be interviewed for membership today.
In person development children's groups for 6-17 year olds run by LCSW Patrick Curley. In person LGBTQAI+ adolescents groups run by SW Rhys Kuhl. In person transitioning to adults group for 18+ year olds run by Dr. Angela Obeng. In person mindfulness group run by Resident Christopher Boler for 18+ year olds. In person women's trauma group run by SW Jon O. Online adult transition group run by LPC/NCC Jennie Polizzi. If you are interested in group, don't hesitate to inquire.
In person development children's groups for 6-17 year olds run by LCSW Patrick Curley. In person LGBTQAI+ adolescents groups run by SW Rhys Kuhl. In person transitioning to adults group for 18+ year olds run by Dr. Angela Obeng. In person mindfulness group run by Resident Christopher Boler for 18+ year olds. In person women's trauma group run by SW Jon O. Online adult transition group run by LPC/NCC Jennie Polizzi. If you are interested in group, don't hesitate to inquire.
Hosted by Melanie Froemke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, RPT-S, e-RYT
Group meets in Alexandria, VA 22314
At symbiosis view therapy as a symbiotic relationship between therapist and client, where both parties contribute to growth and healing. As a trauma-informed therapist specializing in art therapy and EMDR, I believe in the power of connection and collaboration in the therapeutic process. Together, we explore the depths of your experiences, nurturing a bond that fosters trust and resilience. With a focus on symbiotic healing, I am committed to supporting you on your journey towards wholeness and well-being.
Hosted by Adrienne Terese Iannazzo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR-BC
Group meets in Arlington, VA 22203
At symbiosis view therapy as a symbiotic relationship between therapist and client, where both parties contribute to growth and healing. As a trauma-informed therapist specializing in art therapy and EMDR, I believe in the power of connection and collaboration in the therapeutic process. Together, we explore the depths of your experiences, nurturing a bond that fosters trust and resilience. With a focus on symbiotic healing, I am committed to supporting you on your journey towards wholeness and well-being.
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LGBTQ+ Support Groups
We should make clear that not all the support groups listed here are gay themselves. Rather, they specialize in helping with aspects of being gay in Fairfax or homosexual. They provide help for gay couples in gay relationships, gay issues and issues that affect gay life.
If you're gay or are looking for help with gay issues in Fairfax or for a Fairfax gay support group these professionals provide gay counseling and gay friendly care for gays or lesbians. They include gay friendly support groups plus gay support groups in Fairfax, gay friendly psychologists, and gay friendly counsellors.
If you're gay or are looking for help with gay issues in Fairfax or for a Fairfax gay support group these professionals provide gay counseling and gay friendly care for gays or lesbians. They include gay friendly support groups plus gay support groups in Fairfax, gay friendly psychologists, and gay friendly counsellors.