Spanish Q Chat
Find and give support, have fun, connect around shared interests and get good information. Chat with like-minded peers in live chats designed for you & by you, facilitated by folks who care.
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Q-Chat en Espanol (ages 13-19)
VirtualFind and give support, have fun, connect around shared interests and get good information. Chat with like-minded peers in live chats designed for you & by you, facilitated by folks who care. 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm. Please contact facilitator for more information and group links. email: stephanie.vandyke@lgbtqcenteroc.org.
Genderflood (Ages 18-26)
The Center OC 1605 N Spurgeon St, Santa Ana, CA, United StatesGender Flood is a social drop-in group for transgender, genderqueer, non-binary, gender non-conforming, and gender-questioning young adults ages 18-26. This is a wonderful group to meet other transgender and gender non-conforming peers from throughout Orange County. Get involved, meet others, and participate in engaging weekly discussions, activities, and community events. Important Note: This is a closed space facilitated by and for transgender and gender non-conforming young adults. We kindly ask to respect the space for trans people only.
BreakOUT (ages 12-17)
Youth Process Group is an age-specific online processing group from ages 12 to 17. We meet every Monday night from 5:30-7:00 PM. BreakOUT is a supportive space for participants to navigate the everyday stressors in their lives. Group leaders facilitate discussions about various topics and activities such as identity, school/ home life, and more. BreakOUTs mission is to involve and engage with young LGBTQIA+ community members, allowing them to explore new strategies to cope as well as connect with their queer identity in a safe space with their peers. It is facilitated by MFT Trainees Brittany Hardin Please contact Brittany Hardin for more information: brittany.hardin@lgbtqcenteroc.org
Prism (ages 18-26)
Prism welcomes all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, and/or allied young adults ages 18-26. The objective of this group is to provide young adults with a safe and welcoming space, where they can meet friends and participate in engaging weekly discussions, activities, and community events. This is a virtual meeting. Contact facilitator for Zoom link.
55+ Group (ages 55+)
A safe space for adults over 55 to express themselves, support one another and learn about community resources. currently meeting via Zoom
VIVID- Validating and Including Voices in Diversity (ages 14-24)
The Center OC 1605 N Spurgeon St, Santa Ana, CA, United StatesVIVID: The LGBTQ Center OC's Youth and Young Adult Program is hosting a series of youth leadership and community engagement opportunities for LGBTQIA+ youth and allies ages 14-24 living in Orange County. We are currently recruiting on an ongoing basis, inviting youth and students to participate in weekly leadership meetings, support planning various components of activities and events that they would like to see, and make their visions into reality! Meetings are every Tuesday afternoon at the LGBTQ Center OC Time: 5:30-7:00 pm, with in-person meetings and the opportunity to participate virtually. Address: 1605 N. Spurgeon Street, Santa Ana, 92701 Parking is available inside our lot or on the street. No prior experience is necessary! Volunteer and community services hours are available to participating youth leaders for their time and involvement. Feel free to share this opportunity with others: bit.ly/vivid-youth Questions? Please contact: Jocelyn Gomez. jocelyn.gomez@lgbtqcenteroc.org
OUTlet (ages 18-26)
Virtual +1 moreOUTlet is intended to create a safe space for youth to talk about mental health issues, create healthy relationships with others, and learn tools to understand, manage, and decrease symptoms of mental health. This group will teach youth how to build insight into their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and learn how to communicate their needs and wants in a healthy assertive manner. Lastly, with an emphasis on maladaptive coping skills including self-medicating with substances, isolating, or engaging in risky behaviors, youth will learn to develop coping skills needed to manage symptoms on a long-term basis. OUtlet meets virtually and in person every Tuesday at 5:30 to 7:00 pm.
Men’s Therapy Group (Ages 18+)
The goals of this group are: to create a safe, comfortable place to express feelings, exploration of self through group process and reflection, enhancing sense of self through awareness and acceptance, and to support and be supported. Ages 18 and over.
$10
Women’s Therapy Group (ages 18+)
The Women’s Process Group is an intimate and safe space for adult women-identified individuals. Group members come together to explore issues surrounding themselves, current events, and gain community and support from each other.
$10.00