Psychoeducational and skills based therapy group for survivors of interpersonal violence. This group is offered for individuals of all genders/orientations who are dealing with the effects of domestic violence, sexual assault, childhood abuse, and/or hate violence. Pre-Registration is required.

The purpose of the Affinity Senior group is to provide community and information for and among seniors to identify challenges of being in the 60+ age group; to advocate for individuals in this age group; and to provide support for partners whose partners have health issues.

Howard Brown is partnering with Rush University Medical Center, CJE SeniorLife, Midwest Palliative & Hospice Care Center and Heartland Alliance to design and develop a comprehensive health program for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender older adults. With support from The Baxter International Foundation and Chicago Community Trust, our program for Read more [...]

Mondays 6pm-8pm: “let’s talk about sex” a discussion group where LGBT youth can ask questions about sex, relationships and dating.

This support group will look at what it means to be a single, middle-aged, gay man. The personal stories of peers and contemporaries will facilitate a dialog into what it means to be alone but not necessarily lonely. Making peace with one’s singleness and cultivating resources and support systems which Read more [...]

Social Smarts is 10-week therapeutic skills group specifically designed for those who struggle with social anxiety. Participants in this group will learn how to interrupt the cycle of social anxiety and acquire skills to cope with and prevent it from arising. They will practice these skills through the art of Read more [...]

This social group will provide a safe place where folks who are in ALL stages of transitioning (including questioning) can meet with each other, develop friendships, have support and just connect. This group is free of charge and will be peer lead, meaning that although Guided Path has therapeutic support Read more [...]

Welcome to Rainbow Cafe, a SAFE SPACE social/support group for high school age gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender youth in Southern Illinois. We also welcome those youth questioning their orientation and youth members’ heterosexual friends. Rainbow Cafe’s mission is to provide a safe and welcoming environment for gay, lesbian, bisexual, Read more [...]

Spiritual/ Religious Identification and Sexuality is a group for all individuals regardless of spiritual/religious orientation and sexual orientation. The focus of the group is to examine the ways in which the meaning we attach to our own spirituality/religiosity impacts and informs our sexual orientation and vice-versa. Members of the group Read more [...]

The Lesbian and Bisexual Moms Roundtable will become the Proud Parents Group in December 2013 and is for parents and co-parents in the LGBT community who are interested in activities for families with children and information about parenting/co-parenting, looking for outings with their children, or want to have a supportive Read more [...]

The Trans Focus Group is an inclusive support and discussion group for transgender people of color.  You must be 18 years old or older to participate. The meetings are open and welcoming to anyone within the trans spectrum. This includes, but is not limited to transgender men and women and Read more [...]

The purpose of the TS Support Group is to discuss issues regarding transsexuality and provide emotional support. All transsexuals and those who are questioning being transsexual are welcome.

T-Time is an open group for transgender, gender variant, two-spirit, gender non-conforming, intersex, and gender questioning individuals.

The Chicago Women’s Health Center’s counseling program offers individual counseling, crisis counseling, groups, and workshops. We also offer short-term counseling for trans individuals desiring support when initiating or considering hormone therapy.

TYRA is a support group for transgender and questioning youth, 24 and under, to meet people, get informed, and be supported by their peers.

Support group meant for people who identify as transsexual, or are questioning. Meets at New Spirit Community Church in Oak Park. Meets on the 2nd Saturday of the Month 5:30 pm-7:00pm.

Trauma impacts our lives in many ways. It can affect how we engage in relationship and how we view ourselves and the world around us. This 12-week process group is designed to help decrease the impact of past trauma. Structured, goal-oriented work, in a safe community, can be a powerful Read more [...]

Tuesday Night Live is peer led with facilitation by trained counselors. A safe space for individuals living with HIV/AIDS to talk about shared experiences and their own unique challenges. Topics may include dating and relationships, family support and health concerns. For more information please call Scott Chyna at (773) 388-8934 Read more [...]

Center on Halsted’s LGBTQ Violence Resource Line was created in response to the growing need for victim assistance for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and HIV-positive (LGBTQH) people. It is the only LGBTQ-specific program committed to addressing violence against and within LGBTQ communities in Illinois. It has become a cornerstone of Read more [...]

A grassroots, peer-led group that works to create safe spaces for all of us to talk about, think about, explore, and express gender. We hold free weekly meetings and events, as well as maintain this blog. The blog is open to anyone who wants to talk or think about gender Read more [...]