LGBTQIA+ Resources

People who identify as LGBTQIA+ face unique challenges and barriers when using the mental health system. Although the acronym LGBTQIA+ is often used as an umbrella term, each letter stands for unique identities with varying needs:

• Lesbian
• Gay
• Bisexual
• Transgender
• Queer and/or Questioning
• Intersex
• Asexual and/or Ally
• Non-Binary

NYS OMH proudly supports the LGBTQIA+ community and behavioral health providers who serve LBGTQIA+ families.

CREATING SAFE SPACES

• At Work
• For LGBTQIA+ People of Color
• For LGBTQIA+ Youth

GET HELP

• Tips for Parents of Transgender Youth
• Tips for Parents of LGBTQIA+ Youth
• OMH Find a Program
• The Trevor Project
• Trans Lifeline

LEARN MORE

• OMH Spotlight on Gender
  Highlighting the unique issues surrounding gender identity.
• Language Matters: Gender
  Learn about some of the gender-affirming terms to use and which terms to avoid.