Health

Center Group Services

Group Services has a long and strong history as part of the Center's adult mental health and social services program.

Center Group Services aims to offer affirming environments to help LGBT-identified people reduce isolation and stigma; learn healthy relationship skills; get support handling HIV, substance use, bereavement, anxiety and depression; explore their sexual orientation and gender identity; and connect with others who share similar concerns in a safe and affirming environment.

We have groups that you can drop in to when you want, as well as ongoing groups where you can get to know people well and develop trusting relationships over time.

A new cycle of groups generally begins every October, February, and June. Many of our groups are open to people of all genders.

Our current group offerings are organized as follows:

*NOTE: For those groups which require an intake/screening, call to schedule at 646-556-9300, and ask to speak with a Center counselor.

GENDER IDENTITY PROJECT

All Gender Identity Project groups are drop-in. Drop-In groups allow you to come to as many or as few sessions as you want. However, please come on time and leave on time.

Check out the full list of GIP groups here.

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Gender Drop-In: Feminine Spectrum
First Wednesday of the month, 7:30 PM - 9 PM.        
A weekly drop-in group for those assigned male at birth who now identify as trans-femme, trans-women, women, trans-female, cross-dresser, drag queen, transsexual, femme queen, exploring, etc. to explore and discuss their feelings and concerns about gender, trans-identities and their histories. Drop-in. No registration required. $5 suggested donation. No one turned away for lack of funds.

Gender Drop-In: Masculine Spectrum
First Wednesday of the month, 7:30 PM - 9 PM.
A weekly drop-in group for those assigned female at birth who now identify as trans-masculine, trans-men, men, trans-male, boi, gender-queer, AG/Aggressive, transsexual, androgynous, exploring, etc. to explore and discuss their feelings and concerns about gender, trans-identities and their histories. Drop-in. No registration required. $5 suggested donation. No one turned away for lack of funds.

Trans Families and Friends 
First Wednesday of the month, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM.
A monthly drop-in group for family members and friends of someone who is transgender, transsexual, gender-different or gender questioning. Come together with other moms, dads, uncles, siblings, grandparents, friends and adult children of transgender individuals. Drop-in. No registration required. $5 suggested donation. No one turned away for lack of funds.

Trans Partners | Trans Amorous
First Wednesday of the month, 7:30 PM - 9 PM.
A monthly drop-in group to provide support and community for people of all genders to discuss and explore their attraction to and relationships with trans-identified or gender non-conforming individuals. Group is open to people currently or formerly in partnerships with trans-people and those exploring their attractions. Drop-in. No registration required. $5 suggested donation. No one turned away for lack of funds.

Trans/GNC Feminine “Stories”
Wednesdays, 7:30-9pm, February 13—March 20 Closed group, Intake Required
A weekly discussion on topics of: Gender Pride, Assertiveness Skills Training, Managing Relationships and Coping Skills. Members will be encouraged to share their personal stories in a safe & supportive environment.

Trans/GNC Masculine Spectrum “Voices”
Wednesdays, 7:30-9pm, February 13—March 27 Closed group, Intake Required
A weekly discussion on topics of: Community Building, Emotional Health, Gender Pride, Managing Relationships, Role Model Stories and Sexual Health. Members will be encouraged to share their personal stories in a safe & supportive environment.

Grupo Translatina
Martes, De 6 A 8 de la noche.
De interes para todas personas asignadas hombres al nacer que ahora se indentifican como mujere. Immigracion. Orgullo e historia trans. Familia. Relaciones. Cuidado fisico y emocional. Referencias para todo tipo de servicios. (Abogados. Medicos. Etc.) Un grupo para apoyanos unsa a las otras, aprender y relacionarnos. Registrate lo antes posible.

Direcion:
Queens Pride House
76-11 37th Ave.
Suite 206
(esquina con 76th Street)
Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Tren M, R, F, E, 7 hasta 74th St/Jackson Heights 


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HIV+ SUPPORT GROUP

Positive Care I: Newly Diagnosed HIV Positive

Mondays, February 4 – April 15 (no group on February 18, President's Day) 6 – 7:30 PM
A group for newly diagnosed HIV positive men to provide emotional support to ease anxiety, fear and isolation related to a new diagnosis and to help members begin to adjust to HIV in their lives. Open to gay and bisexual men and men of trans-experience. Intake required. Please call 646-556-9300 to schedule. Free.

WELLNESS

WELLNESS | HEALING | COACHING

Skills for Emotional Health
Tuesdays, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM. February 5- April 9
An all-gender interactive support group for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender-identified people to discuss personal emotional challenges and to develop skills for managing these. Challenges include experiences of anxiety, depression, excessive self-criticism, recurring distressing thoughts, and other mental health concerns. Members will be encouraged to share successful coping strategies, to develop non-judgmental self-acceptance, and to strengthen support networks. This group is not a substitute for adequate medical consultation and individual support where necessary. Intake required. Sliding Scale. No one turned away for lack of funds.

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LESBIAN CANCER INITIATIVE

SERVING LESBIANS, BISEXUAL WOMEN, AND TRANSGENDER PEOPLE

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Embracing Your Inner Coach: Taking Charge of Your Health
Thursdays, March 7- April 11, 6-7:30PM
A four-week closed group for lesbians, bisexual and queer women and transgender people. This structured group will help participants to develop skills to reach life goals, embrace motivators, break through barriers to action, enhance health & well-being, increase satisfaction in life and reduce stress. The group is adapted from The Center's evidence-informed interventions for smoking and substance use and incorporates best practices including the Stages of Change model. It also incorporates motivational and cognitive-behavioral approaches to changing behaviors and highlights the importance of group and other types of social support in an LBT-affirmative setting.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE: Lesbians, bisexual women, queer women, transgender people who have dealt with cancer or other chronic or life-threatening illnesses either personally or as a caregiver, and those at risk for, or with a family history of cancer or other chronic or life-threatening illnesses. Intake required, please call. FREE


Cancer Survivors Group
This group is on hiatus 
(new clients welcome to join the first Thursday of each month, after intake) A group for lesbians, bisexual women and transgender cancer survivors.  In this group, participants will offer one another mutual support around navigating the many challenges of living with, and after, a cancer diagnosis. The group will focus on cancer’s broad impact on our lives, including the stress of navigating the medical system and treatment decisions, as well as its effect on sexuality, body image and relationships. Intake required. Please call. Free.


Caring for Someone with Cancer/ Caring for Ourselves, Caregivers Support Group
This group is on hiatus
A support group for lesbians, bisexual women & transgender (LBT) people caring for a partner, friend or family member with a cancer diagnosis. In this group, participants will offer one another mutual support around navigating the challenges of caring for someone with a cancer diagnosis. The group will focus on issues such as juggling the emotions and responsibilities of care giving with the critical importance of self-care. Intake not required. Free.

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IMMIGRATION SUPPORT

Immigration Support Group (English)
Thursdays, 6 PM - 7:30 PM. February 7 - April 11 

A supportive space for LGBT immigrants, (regardless of immigration status) to meet and discuss issues related to living in a new country. This group serves as a place for LGBT immigrants to get information about referrals to organizations that can help them adjust to their new life in New York and to meet others that are living circumstances similar to yours. Drop-in. No registration required. Free.

Immigration Social Action Group
Thursdays 7 PM - 9 PM,  February 7 - April 11

In its seventh season, and comprising members from over 25 different countries, this group will help organize LGBT immigrant events for the Fall 2012 and begin to plan for the 4th annual LGBT Immigration Fair and Cultural Event in Spring 2013. Drop-in. No registration required. Free.

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SMOKE-FREE PROJECT

Not Quite Ready to Quit
Thursday, January 10 2013, 6 PM -9 PM - or Saturday, January 12 2013, 1 PM - 4PM
The 3-hour Not Quite Ready to Quit workshop focuses on understanding nicotine addiction, increasing motivation, and eliminating roadblocks to making the decision to quit.

In order to attend the Commit to Quit groups (see below), you must attend one of these three hour workshops which focus on understanding nicotine addiction, increasing motivation, and eliminating roadblocks to making the decision to quit.

Registration is required. Contact Erin McCarron at 646-556- 9288 or emccarron@gaycenter.org.

Commit to Quit
Thursdays, January 17 - February 21, 6 PM - 7:30 PM  
The 6-week Commit to Quit group helps you develop a quit plan, build a support system, and effectively handle relapse pressure after you have quit. One session of Not Quite Ready to Quit is required. Registration is required. Contact Erin McCarron at 646-556- 9288 or emccarron@gaycenter.org.  

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RECOVERY SUPPORT

In Recovery with Resources
Case management services to help you find the resources needed to remain in recovery such as welfare benefits, referrals to LGBT competent providers, job placements and many more. – Free.

For more information or services, please contact: Miguel Castillo 212.620.7310 Ext. 476- mcastillo@gaycenter.org

En Recuperación con Recursos
Manejo de caso para ayudarle con los recursos necesarios para continuarle en continuar en recuperación de abuso sustancias y prevenir recaídas. Le podemos ayudar con servicios aplicaciones para servicios sociales, seguros medico, vivienda, empleo, referidos a proveedores LGBT competentes y mucho mas. Servicios gratuitos.

Para registrarse contacte: Miguel Castillo 646.556.9300 Ext. 476 - mcastillo@gaycenter.org

Connected in Recovery
Mondays, 7 PM - 8:30 PM (Trans & Gender Non-conforming Focus)
Thursdays, 7 PM - 8:30 PM (General Population)
Weekly support group meetings led by and for LGBT people in recovery. Drop-in groups; no registration required. General meetings for LGBT people.
For more information please contact Joe Disano: 646.556.9300 x238 or jdisano@gaycenter.org

 

Contact Us

Call 646-556-9300 and ask to speak with the Center screening counselor.
 

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