Neuroqueer is a safe space for neurodivergent adults (18+) to continue to build skills, expand on their strengths and process their experiences with neurodiversity. Every Thursday, 6pm-7:30pm, via Zoom **$10 per group**
Are you an LGBTQ+ individual or couple who is on the journey to parenthood or thinking about it? This space is for YOU! Join us for support, shared experiences, and resources to help navigate your family planning journey in a safe and inclusive environment. Every Thursday 6:30PM-7:30pm On Zoom For more information, please contact laura.ross@lgbtqcenteroc.org
Join our panel of health and legal experts as they present on the process of transitioning. Hormones, Legal Services, Mental Health Services and more! To sign up for this virtual event please email Riley Williams riley.williams@lgbtqcenteroc.org
This group is a brave space for individuals who are in non-monogamous/polyamorous partnerships for adults ages 21+ All genders are welcome! **$10 Every Saturday 12 – 1:30 pm via Zoom, **$10 per group** If you would like to attend or have any questions, please contact ruth.allen@lgbtqcenteroc.org
OUTlet 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.
This group is a safe space for individuals of all Asian and Pacific Islander descent (ages 18+) to meet and freely discuss experiences being Queer/API and what that means. We bring up current events, as well as help each other process things that may be happening in their community. We ask that all participants treat one another respectfully no matter what their views may be on different topics.
The Parent's Processing Group is a therapeutic group where parents can work together on processing their thoughts, feelings, and experiences with their children coming out, being in the LGBTQ community, gain peer insight from other parents, and reflect on difficulties based on parenting a child in the community. This is a free and open group for any parents who are interested in joining
Elevate Youth: A youth leadership group that focuses on mental health advocacy and substance use prevention advocacy through an LGBTQIA-inclusive lens. This group is committed to addressing the unique challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ youth, particularly in the intersections of mental health and substance use. Elevate Youth offers a wide range of events and activities, including the development of educational campaigns that raise awareness on critical issues, as well as offering opportunities for youth leadership and community organizing. The group also prioritizes community-building and education through interactive events that bring together young people to learn, share experiences, and build supportive networks. By focusing on both advocacy and action, Elevate Youth empowers its members to become informed and active participants in their communities, driving forward the conversation on mental health, substance use prevention, and LGBTQIA+ inclusivity. Meets on Thursdays from 5:30-7:00 pm. First Thursday is in-person at the LGBTQ Center OC and all other Thursdays are virtual. Contact: justin.bartolome@lgbtqcenteroc.org
Neuroqueer is a safe space for neurodivergent adults (18+) to continue to build skills, expand on their strengths and process their experiences with neurodiversity. Every Thursday, 6pm-7:30pm, via Zoom **$10 per group**
Are you an LGBTQ+ individual or couple who is on the journey to parenthood or thinking about it? This space is for YOU! Join us for support, shared experiences, and resources to help navigate your family planning journey in a safe and inclusive environment. Every Thursday 6:30PM-7:30pm On Zoom For more information, please contact laura.ross@lgbtqcenteroc.org