The San Diego LGBT Center offers a wide array of support groups in response to the needs of our varied communities. Some support groups are peer-led, while others are facilitated by Behavioral Health Services staff counselors and counseling interns. The Center’s support groups are a great way for community members to connect with others who are experiencing similar challenges, and who can therefore relate, empathize and problem-solve grounded in real-life experience. Participating in support groups can reduce feelings of despair, frustration, fear or loneliness, and increase a sense of safety, belonging, empowerment and esteem.
The Center’s programs address specific issues that affect various segments of our LGBTQ community. Below find a calendar of Center programs and you can search for one that is right for you. Further below, find printable monthly calendars for each group.
The Center’s programs address specific issues that affect various segments of our LGBTQ community. Below find a list of Center programs that provide these critical support groups. To see the daily Events calendar, click here.
Please note that The San Diego LGBT Community Center’s main Center building, Behavioral Health Services, Hillcrest Youth Center, and South Bay Youth Center will be closed in observance of the Labor Day holiday on August 30th and September 1st. ...
Get your library card, check out one of the LGBTQ+ books from our vast collection, or get a recommendation from one of our library volunteers! Regular Hours: Open Monday-Friday, 10AM – 4PM For more information, please contact seniors@thecentersd.org or 619.692.2077. extension 147. ...
The Center’s Cyber Center has three computer stations available for free to members of our community, Monday-Friday, 10am-6pm, excluding holidays. The Cyber Center is also open on Saturdays from 10am-3pm, excluding holiday weekends. There is a 1 hour time limit per person, per day. We offer free printing for important documents, like tax documents, resumes, […] ...
This group is for individuals who have perpetrated intimate partner violence; either court-ordered or self-referred. This is a 52-week program and the curriculum is LGBTQ-inclusive. You can start at any time. When: Tuesdays, 11am-1pm Contact: For more information about this program please contact L (they/them) at ltuiletufuga@thecentersd.org & Rio (he/his) at hmoncado@thecentersd.org. ...
This group is for San Diego County residents who have perpetrated intimate partner violence; either court-ordered or self-referred. This is a 52-week program and the curriculum is LGBTQ-focused. You can start at any time. Please reach out to us to schedule an intake before attending this meeting. When: Tuesdays, 1–3pm Contact: rvtip@thecentersd.org ...
This group is for individuals who have perpetrated intimate partner violence; either court-ordered or self-referred. This is a 52-week program and the curriculum is LGBTQ-inclusive. You can start at any time. When: Tuesdays, 3-5pm Contact: For more information about this program please contact L (they/them) at ltuiletufuga@thecentersd.org ...
Join us at the South Bay Youth Center every first Wednesday of the month for Mental Health drop-in services, along with occasional workshops and activities tailored to support mental health. Ages 14-18 When: Tuesdays Time: 3-6PM Where: South Bay Youth Center, 1180 3rd ave, Suite C1, Chula Vista Please contact svaldivia@thecentersd.org for more information ...
Grupo de apoyo para Millenials and Gen Z (18-45 años) que viven con VIH. Aprende, convive y has comunidad de manera confidencial y segura. Incluye cena. Lugar: Latin@x Services at The Center Fecha: Cada 1er y 3er martes del mes Hora: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM Para más información: Alfredo a (619) 886-2131 o alfredo_djr@hotmail.com ...
This group is for gay, bisexual, and transgender (GBT) men living with HIV, open to male-identified individuals living with HIV. Please reach out to us to schedule an intake before attending this meeting. When: Tuesdays, 6-7:30 pm Contact: For more information, please contact Joe (he/his) at jseverino@thecentersd.org ...
This is a support and discussion group for all people who identify on the aromantic spectrum, or asexual spectrum, or both. Those questioning are also welcome. Aromantic is a romantic orientation defined as having little to no romantic attraction or desire. Asexuality is a sexual orientation defined as having little to no sexual attraction or […] ...
Join us for the Relational Wellness Group, a space for folks in same gender and gender queer relationships to gain and practice individual emotional regulation skills, effective and collaborative communication, and equitable equanimity techniques. This group will support individuals in partnerships (ENM & monogamy) who are seeking additional skills to facilitate the strength of their […] ...
Get your library card, check out one of the LGBTQ+ books from our vast collection, or get a recommendation from one of our library volunteers! Regular Hours: Open Monday-Friday, 10AM – 4PM For more information, please contact seniors@thecentersd.org or 619.692.2077. extension 147. ...
The Center’s Cyber Center has three computer stations available for free to members of our community, Monday-Friday, 10am-6pm, excluding holidays. The Cyber Center is also open on Saturdays from 10am-3pm, excluding holiday weekends. There is a 1 hour time limit per person, per day. We offer free printing for important documents, like tax documents, resumes, […] ...
Join a safe, inclusive discussion group for Trans Women! Talk about transitioning, HRT, navigating the world socially, and more. This group is hosted by Lady Pepper. This group is for ages 18 and up. When: Wednesdays, 12-1:30pm. Last Friday of the month the group meet up at Lestat’s at 12PM for a social hour. Where: […] ...
Join us at the South Bay Youth Center every first Wednesday of the month for Mental Health drop-in services, along with occasional workshops and activities tailored to support mental health. Ages 10-14. When: First Wednesday Time: 3-6PM Where: South Bay Youth Center, 1180 3rd ave, Suite C1, Chula Vista Please contact svaldivia@thecentersd.org for more information ...
This discussion group welcomes all Bi-Pan-Fluid+ and questioning community members, and provides a safe and inclusive place to come together to support each other, and to explore Bi-Pan-Fluid+ identities and relationships. When: First and third Wednesday of every month, 7-8:30pm Please note that in January 2025, we will be meeting on January 8 and January […] ...
Get your library card, check out one of the LGBTQ+ books from our vast collection, or get a recommendation from one of our library volunteers! Regular Hours: Open Monday-Friday, 10AM – 4PM For more information, please contact seniors@thecentersd.org or 619.692.2077. extension 147. ...
The Center’s Cyber Center has three computer stations available for free to members of our community, Monday-Friday, 10am-6pm, excluding holidays. The Cyber Center is also open on Saturdays from 10am-3pm, excluding holiday weekends. There is a 1 hour time limit per person, per day. We offer free printing for important documents, like tax documents, resumes, […] ...
Join us at the South Bay Youth Center every first Wednesday of the month for Mental Health drop-in services, along with occasional workshops and activities tailored to support mental health. Ages 18-24 When: Thursdays Time: 3-6PM Where: South Bay Youth Center, 1180 3rd ave, Suite C1, Chula Vista Please contact svaldivia@thecentersd.org for more information ...
💜 In partnership with The San Diego LGBT Community Center, Urban Restoration Counseling Center presents “Healing Our Spiritual Selves,” a dedicated in-person group designed to support LGBTQ+ community members in recognizing and addressing the impact of religious trauma. The mission is to create a safe space where members can build resilience to religious trauma while […] ...
This group is open to survivors of relationship violence (RV) or intimate partner violence (IPV) of all genders. When: Thursdays, 6:30-7:45pm Contact: For more information, contact L (they/them) at ltuiletufuga@thecentersd.org ...
Join us for a bi-weekly, peer-led, drop-in support group for gay, bi, straight, trans, and questioning men of all ages to share their issues with any stage of the coming out process. We meet on the first Thursday via Zoom and the third Thursday in person at The Center. We provide a safe, welcoming space […] ...
Get your library card, check out one of the LGBTQ+ books from our vast collection, or get a recommendation from one of our library volunteers! Regular Hours: Open Monday-Friday, 10AM – 4PM For more information, please contact seniors@thecentersd.org or 619.692.2077. extension 147. ...
The Center’s Cyber Center has three computer stations available for free to members of our community, Monday-Friday, 10am-6pm, excluding holidays. The Cyber Center is also open on Saturdays from 10am-3pm, excluding holiday weekends. There is a 1 hour time limit per person, per day. We offer free printing for important documents, like tax documents, resumes, […] ...
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