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Inclusive Therapists

Search for an affirming therapist

An identity aware therapist directory and matching service focused on culturally responsive and affirming care.

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WHO IT'S FOR People seeking culturally responsive, identity affirming therapists and other mental health or wellness practitioners.
HOURS Directory available online anytime; provider and matching response times vary.

Important: Inclusive Therapists is a directory and matching service, not a crisis service or the treating clinician. Its website contact form is not a secure or HIPAA compliant channel.

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LGBT National Help Center

Talk with an LGBTQIA+ peer

Free, confidential LGBTQIA+ peer support, information and community resource navigation by hotline and online chat.

LGBTQ+ Peer Support Free Peer Support
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WHO IT'S FOR LGBTQIA+ people and people questioning or exploring sexual orientation or gender identity who want peer support, affirmation or resource information.
HOURS One to one chat: Monday through Friday 11 AM to 8 PM PT and Saturday 9 AM to 2 PM PT; individual hotline schedules should be checked for the specific line.

Important: This is peer support, not psychotherapy. The Help Center states that it does not routinely call 911, suicide hotlines or rescue services on a caller's behalf, except in a credible threat to another person.

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NQTTCN Mental Health Directory

Find a queer or trans therapist of color

A national directory for finding queer and trans therapists of color and other QTBIPOC mental health practitioners.

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WHO IT'S FOR People seeking mental health practitioners with QTBIPOC identities and culturally responsive experience.
HOURS Directory available online anytime; individual practitioner hours and openings vary.

Important: Finding a provider in the directory does not guarantee that the provider is accepting new clients, licensed in your state, affordable for you or covered by your insurance.

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The Trevor Project

Free, confidential crisis support for LGBTQ+ young people, anytime.

Connect with a trained crisis counselor who understands the challenges LGBTQ+ young people may face. Get free support by phone, text, or online chat, whether you are in crisis or need someone to talk to.

LGBTQ+ Youth Crisis Support Free Crisis Support
Text: START to 678678
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WHO IT'S FOR LGBTQ+ young people under 25 in the United States
HOURS 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year

Important: The Trevor Project provides crisis counseling and emotional support, not ongoing psychotherapy or medical treatment. Conversations are confidential within stated limits. In certain situations involving imminent danger, abuse, or neglect, counselors may contact emergency services or appropriate authorities.