LGBTQ+ Groups in New York
There are 11 lgbtq+ groups in New York on The Group Guide: 7 in person, 3 hybrid, and 1 online. 11 are all free to join. Another 55 online lgbtq+ groups are listed from other states, and many accept members from anywhere. Free to browse. No account needed.
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LGBTQ+ groups in New York
Each listing is written by the group leader and says where and when the group meets, what it costs, and how to join.
Audre Lorde Project — Free LGBTQ+ People of Color Community NYC
The Audre Lorde Project (ALP) is a Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Two Spirit, Trans, and Gender Non-Conforming People of Color community organizing center based in…
See how to join → Free to join
SMART Recovery NYC
SMART Recovery NYC offers free, peer-led mutual support meetings for anyone working to break free from addictive behaviors — whether the substance is alcohol,…
See how to join → Free to join
Pride Center of the Capital Region (Albany, NY)
Pride Center of the Capital Region offers a free, affirming peer support group for LGBTQ+ community members in Albany, NY. Community peer groups for…
See how to join → Free to join
Pride Center of WNY (Buffalo, NY)
Pride Center of WNY offers a free, affirming peer support group for LGBTQ+ community members in Buffalo, NY. Trans support groups; Silver Pride Project…
See how to join → Free to join
Rochester Rainbow Union (Rochester, NY)
Rochester Rainbow Union offers a free, affirming peer support group for LGBTQ+ community members in Rochester, NY. Peer support for LGBTQ+ youth (ages 13–23)…
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ACR Health / The Q Center (Syracuse / Utica / Watertown, NY)
ACR Health / The Q Center offers a free, affirming peer support group for LGBTQ+ community members in Syracuse / Utica / Watertown, NY.…
See how to join → Free to join
In Our Own Voices (Albany, NY)
In Our Own Voices offers a free, affirming peer support group for LGBTQ+ community members in Albany, NY. Peer support and community programs for…
See how to join → Free to join
LGBTQIA+ BPD Peer Support Group
The LGBTQIA+ BPD Peer Support Group is a safe, affirming space specifically designed for LGBTQIA+ individuals living with borderline personality disorder. This group recognizes…
See how to join → Free to join
AA New York Inter-Group – Alcoholics Anonymous NYC & Statewide
The New York Inter-Group of Alcoholics Anonymous coordinates one of the largest AA meeting networks in the world, with thousands of meetings held weekly…
See how to join → Free to join
Identity House – LGBTQ+ Mental Health Support NYC
Identity House provides peer counseling and support groups specifically for LGBTQ+ adults in New York City. The organization offers a safe, affirming space for…
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NEDA Eating Disorders Support Groups – New York
The National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) facilitates and lists eating disorder support groups throughout New York State, providing peer support for individuals struggling with…
See how to join → Free to join
Online lgbtq+ groups listed in other states
Many online groups accept members from anywhere. Check each listing for who can join, since some therapist-led groups only take people in the states where the leader is licensed.
Wyoming Equality – LGBTQ+ Healthcare Access Project
Wyoming Equality's Healthcare Access Project (WEHAP) connects LGBTQ+ Wyoming residents with affirming mental health providers, support resources, and community. In a state where finding…
See how to join → Free to join
SHE RECOVERS: Global Recovery Community for Women & Non-Binary People Who Identify with Women’S Communities
SHE RECOVERS is a grassroots recovery community for women and non-binary people in or seeking recovery from substance use, mental health, and other life…
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Free Infertility Peer Support — Northern Nevada (Online) | RESOLVE
The Northern Nevada Infertility Support Group is a free, peer-led virtual gathering listed by RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association. It brings together people in…
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NAMI Georgia Connections Support Group
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. You…
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Free Trans & Nonbinary 40+ Group – Online | The Center on Colfax
This free, peer-led online group welcomes transgender and nonbinary adults 40 and over to a space built for conversation and connection. Hosted by The…
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Free LGBTQ+ BIPOC Peer Support – Online | The Center on Colfax
This free, peer-led group supports members of the LGBTQ+ community who hold an intersecting BIPOC identity. Hosted by The Center on Colfax, it meets…
See how to join → Free to join
Questions about lgbtq+ groups in New York
Are there free lgbtq+ groups in New York?
Yes. 11 of the 11 lgbtq+ groups listed in New York are free to join. Each listing states its own cost, so you know before you reach out.
Can I join an online lgbtq+ group from New York?
There are 56 online lgbtq+ groups on The Group Guide. Peer-led and community groups usually accept members from anywhere. Therapist-led groups may only accept people in the states where the leader is licensed, and each listing says who can join.
What is the difference between a lgbtq+ support group and a lgbtq+ therapy group?
A support group is usually led by a peer or volunteer and centers on shared experience. A therapy group is led by a licensed clinician and works toward treatment goals. Listings show whether a licensed professional leads the group.
Do I need a referral to join?
Most groups on The Group Guide accept self-referrals: you contact the group directly. Some insurance-covered groups ask for a referral, and the listing will say so.
How do I know a listing is current?
Group leaders write their own listings, and listings show when their details were last checked. That check confirms the group's details match its own website. It is not a clinical review or an endorsement.
If you need help now
A support group is not crisis care. If you or someone you know is struggling right now:
- Call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Free, confidential, 24/7.
Lead a lgbtq+ group in New York? Get found.
None of the 11 lgbtq+ groups listed in New York is led by a licensed professional yet. If you run one, people searching here will find it first. Therapists and counselors: founding seats close December 31, and a founding listing for one fee-based group stays free for the life of the listing. Free groups always list free.