Support
Eastern PA Trans Equity Project
EPTEP Provides Direct Services To Transgender And Gender-Diverse Pennsylvanians In A 16 County Region In Eastern PA. Whether you are seeking help with a legal name change, need access to gender-affirming garments, need a support group or are seeking information, we can help!
Counties served include Lehigh, Northampton, Monroe, Montgomery, Berks, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lancaster, Luzerne, Lackawanna, Wayne, Pike, Carbon, Columbia, and Schuylkill County. Some counties have limited services available so please verify for the program you are interested in.
Our programs empower transgender Pennsylvanians so that they can do more than survive… Instead, they can thrive!
https://www.facebook.com/PATransEquity/
Corinne.Goodwin@PATransEquity.org
484-602-5918
Pride Doula
Welcome to Pride Doula Services. We are Dominique and Jaxon Richardson, a queer married doula and photography team. We are proud to be a part of the LGBTQIA+ community and feel passionate about providing a safe supportive space for everyone. Jaxon provides our LGBTQIA community with advocacy support resources, medical accompaniments, and postoperative home care. Jaxon also offers unique photography sessions for families, newborn/kids, special events, and gender affirming sessions. The goal for Pride Doula Services is to ensure that our clients feel safe and supported to make the best informed decisions regarding their bodies, wellness, and family building needs. Dominique is a non-binary labor doula of color and loves supporting birthing folks and their families in hospitals, birth centers, and home births. They also provide in home postpartum care and support for breastfeeding/chestfeeding/infant feeding. Dominique is also passionate about providing doula support for clients who seek support fat/body positive birth, caesarean, VBAC, surrogacy, loss, abortion, and hysterectomy care.
Serving PA: Bucks and Philadelphia County
Serving NJ: Mercer, Burlington, and Camden County
Phone: (609) 284-2562
Email: PrideDoulaServices@gmail.com
Hormone Therapy
FOLX Health
At FOLX, we believe you know yourself better than anyone else does. Get the care you deserve with medical providers who get you. Get quality, affirming support on your time from the comfort of your home.
Plume (Medical care with Estrogen and Testosterone Treatment)
Plume provides gender-affirming care directly from your smartphone. Our experienced healthcare providers understand the unique needs of the trans community. Membership with Plume includes everything you need to start, continue, and maintain your gender-affirming hormone treatment. We know everyone has different goals for their transition and we are here to help you navigate your journey.
Planned Parenthood
Planned Parenthood is one of the nation’s leading providers of high-quality, affordable health care, and the nation’s largest provider of sex education. With or without insurance, you can always come to us for your health care.
1-800-230-7526
Mainline Health Gender Care Program
The Main Line Health Comprehensive Gender Care Program serves patients throughout the Philadelphia region. Call 484.337.5329 for a consultation.
Mosaic Medical Center
215.341.7421
907 Chester Pike, Sharon Hill, PA 19079
The mission of Mosaic Medical Center for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer+ Health and Wellness is to provide a welcoming, inclusive, and safe healthcare environment where people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer+ can access the highest quality and most affirming healthcare. Mosaic provides Lesbian, Gay, and Bi Specific Healthcare, Gender Affirming Healthcare, STI Testing and Treatment, HIV Preventions, PEP, and PrEP, Mental Healthcare, HIV Care, Substance Use Treatment, and Hep C Testing and Treatment.
Financial and Direct Support
Trans LifeLine Microgrants
Microgrants provide trans and nonbinary people with low-barrier funds and support to correct names and/or gender markers on identifying legal documents, access trans health care, and necessities for our trans siblings behind bars.
Putting money directly into trans people’s hands is central to economic and racial justice, and our overall wellbeing. Redistributing funds draws inspiration from the principles of mutual aid: our support of each other is a political act. 75% of Name Change and HRT Microgrants go to trans BIPOC to dismantle barriers caused by white supremacy. Please see our Equity Policy below.
Point of Pride
Point of Pride works to benefit trans people in need through gender-affirming support programs that empower them to live more authentically. Point of Pride offers an Annual Transgender Surgery Fund, a Free Chest Binder Donation Program, a Free Trans Femme Shapewear Program, an Electrolysis Financial Support Program, an HRT Access Fund, and other community-building support initiatives for trans youth and adults.
PA Trans Equity Project Rapid Response Crisis Grants
Every once in a while, an individual needs a helping hand and our transgender rapid response crisis grants are designed to do just that – provide short-term and immediate assistance for trans and gender nonbinary folk or the parents of trans kids in need who reside within our service area. Applicants must reside in one of the following counties: Lehigh, Northampton, Montgomery, Berks, Bucks, Monroe, Carbon, Schuylkill, Luzerne or Lackawanna.
Eastern PA Trans Equity Project’s one-time rapid response micro grants are designed to help people with the following needs:
- Rent payments – If you are employed and in an apartment but are unable to pay your full rent this month, we can help. Maximum benefit is $1,500. Payment will be made directly to your landlord.
- Security Deposits – If you are employed and have found an apartment but are unable to afford the security deposit (but can afford to pay monthly rent), we can help. Maximum benefit is $1,500. Payment will be made directly to your landlord.
- Medical Expenses – if you are unable to pay for your trans-affirming medications, we can help.
- We can provide you with a pharmacy gift card that will help to cover the cost of your HRT care. Applicants must have a current prescription from a licensed healthcare provider.
- Groceries – If you are hungry and you cannot afford food, we can help.
- We can provide you with grocery store gift cards to ensure that you or your transgender child are fed and healthy.
- Transportation – If your vehicle is in need of repair or you need access to transportation so that you can get to work, visit the doctor, or take care of your children, we can help.
WPPA Direct Support
Housing Security – In partnership with Your Way Home, we offer financial support for those experiencing homelessness.
Trans Resilience Fund – Thanks to a grant from the Gender Justice Fund, we are able to provide financial assistance for Transgender individuals in need.
Mental Health
CW Psychological Services
LGBT-affirming counseling services.
Insurances accepted include: Magellan/Medicaid, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Optum / United Behavioral Health
info@cwpsychologicalservices.com
(610) 308-7575
491 Allendale Road. Suite 301 King of Prussia, PA 19406
Bucks LGBTQ Center
17 Barclay Street, Suite B3, Newtown, PA 18940
Bucks LGBTQ Center is unique in providing individual therapy by Masters and Doctoral level therapists with specific training around supporting and affirming LGBTQ clients and their families. Groups are run by well-trained and experienced therapists.
The beautiful space at the Barclay Building, home to Bucks Eating Support Collaborative, Newtown Therapy & Wellness Center, and Newtown Yoga, allows clients to add on other services: nutrition, massage, yoga, meditation, wellness classes, personal training, acupuncture, hypnotherapy & Reiki/energy work.
Bucks LGBTQ Center is home to a variety of events for clients, workshops for families, training for professionals, and free events for LGBTQ+ people and the community.
(Mailing address only is 444 S. State St. Newtown PA 18940 Building B3)
(267) 753-3005
Open Path Collective
Our therapists provide affordable, in-office and online psychotherapy sessions between $30 and $60 (between $30 and $80 for couples & family sessions)
We Welcome
All Races
All Religions
All Sexual Orientations
All Gender Identities and Expressions
All Countries of Origin
All Abilities
All Ethnicities
All Bodies
All People
Psychology Today Directory
Search for therapists or treatment centers by specialty, insurance, location, and more.
Health Care
FOLX Health
At FOLX, we believe you know yourself better than anyone else does. Get the care you deserve with medical providers who get you. Get quality, affirming support on your time from the comfort of your home.
Plume (Medical care with Estrogen and Testosterone Treatment)
Plume provides gender-affirming care directly from your smartphone. Our experienced healthcare providers understand the unique needs of the trans community. Membership with Plume includes everything you need to start, continue, and maintain your gender-affirming hormone treatment. We know everyone has different goals for their transition and we are here to help you navigate your journey.
Planned Parenthood
401 West Broad Street, Quakertown, PA 18951
215-536-2684
610 Louis Drive, Warminster, PA 18974
215-957-7980
Centre Plaza Shopping Center, 2185 Galloway Rd, Bensalem, PA 19020
(215) 638-0629
Planned Parenthood is one of the nation’s leading providers of high-quality, affordable health care, and the nation’s largest provider of sex education. With or without insurance, you can always come to us for your health care.
NovusACS Doylestown
11 Duane Rd suite a, Doylestown, PA 18901
(267) 454-7086
NovusDoylestown@gmail.com
WALK-IN TESTING HOURS Monday – Friday: 9AM – 2PM
(Appointments are available Monday-Friday from 9AM to 3:30PM) HOURS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
What we do: NovusACS is a health center that offers FREE STD/HIV/Hepatitis C Testing and treatment to the community. We specialize in HIV & Hepatitis C Care, PrEP: HIV Prevention and PEP: Emergency HIV Treatment. NovusACS is the Valley’s #1 provider of PrEP!
Who We Are: NovusACS was designed to meet the needs of sexually active adults providing quality, affordable care to patients regardless of gender, sexual identity, gender expression or sexual orientation. We uphold a high standard of patient care, working only with highly trained and organized medical specialists. Our caring and non-judgmental staff can provide information and resources to help you prevent STDs. Our caring professional staff will guide you through the process and educate you on all you need to know. By law NovusACS can provide care to anyone over the age of 13 without parental consent or supervision.
Mosaic Medical Center
215.341.7421
907 Chester Pike, Sharon Hill, PA 19079
The mission of Mosaic Medical Center for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer+ Health and Wellness is to provide a welcoming, inclusive, and safe healthcare environment where people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer+ can access the highest quality and most affirming healthcare. Mosaic provides Lesbian, Gay, and Bi Specific Healthcare, Gender Affirming Healthcare, STI Testing and Treatment, HIV Preventions, PEP, and PrEP, Mental Healthcare, HIV Care, Substance Use Treatment, and Hep C Testing and Treatment.
Einstein Healthcare Network PRIDE Program
5501 Old York Road, Philadelphia, PA 19141
A safe, professional and innovative medical practice, dedicated to your specific health needs, including:
OB/GYN services: Reproductive healthcare, diagnosis and treatment of pelvic floor conditions, counseling and treatment for menopause.
Mental Health and Wellness services: Long and short term therapy, medication management, patient navigation support.
Trans Care: Top surgery, hormone therapy, trans competent OB/GYN care.
Patients are seen by appointment on Tuesday evenings, once a month from 5–7 pm. To learn more about the Pride Program and other services we are offering the LGBTQ+ community or to make an appointment, please call Kalen McLean at 215-420-0989. We make every effort to accommodate your needs, whether urgent or routine.
Mazzoni Center
1348 Bainbridge Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Located in Philadelphia, PA. Mazzoni Center Family & Community Medicine offers compassionate, comprehensive health care with a primary focus on the needs of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals.
(Primary care, HIV/AIDS care, On-site pharmacy, Adolescent health, Women’s health, Behavioral health consultation, Hepatitis C care, Medical case management, PrEP/PEP, 340B program: helping uninsured patients access medication, Community health Navigation Services, Mental and behavioral health, Walk-in HIV and STD testing, Adolescent drop-in clinic, Trans clinical care services, Pediatric and adolescent comprehensive transgender services (PACTS), Sisterly love: support for trans women, Peer support groups, Training and resources for providers, Trans Care Services Internship Program).
215-563-0658
GLMA Healthcare Directory
GLMA’s mission is to ensure equality in healthcare for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) individuals and healthcare providers.
OutCare Health Directory
Providing information and education on lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) healthcare and connecting individuals with the most appropriate healthcare providers, resources, and events.
Addictions Help
SMART Recovery
(Self-Management And Recovery Training) is not a 12-step group. It is an online 4-Point Program® that sponsors face-to-face meetings around the world, and daily online meetings to help people recover from all types of addictive behaviors. Online message board and 24/7 chat room are excellent forums to learn about SMART Recovery and obtain addiction recovery support.
LGBT-friendly 12-step meetings
Philadelphia Freedom Roundup: LGBT-friendly Meetings in the Philadelphia, Montgomery, Bucks County, New Jersey and Delaware areas.
Older Adults
National Resource Center on LGBT Aging
The National Resource Center on LGBT Aging is the country’s first and only technical assistance resource center aimed at improving the quality of services and supports offered to lesbian, gay, bisexual and/or transgender older adults.
The National Resource Center on LGBT Aging is a project of www.sageusa.org
Spiritual & Interfaith
GayChurch.org
LGBT-affirming Church Directory
JewishLGBTNetwork.com
LGBT-affirming Synagogue Directory
LGBT Muslim Retreat
Interfaith Center of Greater Philadelphia
LGBT-owned Businesses
The Happy & Handy List
A home services resource list for the LGBTQ+ community
Youth & Families
Planned Parenthood’s Rainbow Room
Bucks County’s Center for LGBTQ+ Youth and Allies, ages 14-21, since 2001. Meetings every Wednesday, 6-8pm (4th Weds are ages 12-21. Email us for consent form for ages 12-13). Dynamic, inclusive, empowering, intersectional program offering sexuality education, friendship, support, brave conversations, snacks, advocacy and much more. 186 E. Court Street, Doylestown, 18901 (We borrow space from Salem United Church, no affiliation).
https://www.instagram.com/pprainbowroom/
https://www.facebook.com/pprainbowroom/
RainbowRoom@PPKeystone.org
PFLAG Bucks County
We are here to be a support group, to share our experiences, and try to answer any questions. We hope to provide a space where we can have an open conversation.
We meet on the third Thursday of the month at Saint Andrews UMC in Warminster, PA at 7:30 p.m.
We have a second meeting on the fourth Wednesday of the month at Planned Parenthood’s Rainbow Room. 186 E. Court street Doylestown, from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., in the library of the Salem United Church. This meeting coincides with the weekly Rainbow Room meeting for LGBTQ+ youth/allies ages 12-21.
Email: Buckscountypflag@gmail.com
Raising Rainbows Inclusive Playgroup
https://www.facebook.com/RaisingRainbowsInclusivePlaygroup
Multi-family parent/playgroup for gender expansive and transgender kids ages 3-13, their parents, guardians and siblings. This 2 hour group occurs monthly, 4th Saturdays 1-3pm unless otherwise noted in the FB group. The goal of this group is to connect gender expansive children and their families, including siblings. The intention is to increase comfort with gender diversity and foster support as families navigate the world with a gender expansive child. Contact for questions: MarlenePray@gmail.com
Peer Support
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Groups
NAMI LGBTQ+ Connection Support Group is designed for LGBTQ+ individuals living with mental health conditions. We will provide a sense of belonging and a safe space to discuss lived experiences while receiving the support of LGBTQ+ peers trained by NAMI.
By sharing your experiences in an affirming and confidential setting, you gain hope and develop relationships. This group encourages empathy, acceptance and a sense of community. Anyone 18+ is welcome in either of the following two locations:
PENNDEL LGBTQ+ SUPPORT GROUP
When? 1st Tuesday of the month from 6:30 – 8:00pm
Where? Reach Out Foundation – 152 Monroe Avenue, Penndel, PA 19047
Duration: 90 Minutes
FREE, NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED
WARMINSTER LGBTQ+ SUPPORT GROUP
When? 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month from 6:00 – 7:30pm
Where? Warminster Library – 1076 Emma Ln, Warminster, PA 18974
Duration: 90 Minutes
FREE, NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED
LGBTQ+ Youth & Young Adult Group
17 Barclay Street, Suite B3, Newtown, PA 18940
Are you a young person who identifies as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning or Intersex? This group is a supportive, affirming place to discuss living as a LGBTQI+ individual in today’s world. Come express yourself and explore your identity in a safe space! Register by emailing Kayti at coordinator@buckslgbtq.com. $35 per group.
Pink and Blues Support Group
The Church of St. Luke and The Epiphany – Blue Room
330 S. 13th St. (between Spruce and Pine) Philadelphia, PA 19107
(Enter courtyard look for single red door to the right down access ramp)
We are a mutual self-help, peer support and resource exchange group for persons living with mental health, substance use and/or health conditions who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, two-spirit, questioning adults and our allies. It’s a safe space to explore our dualities, discover recovery opportunities and alternatives to suicide, self-abuse, trauma, loneliness, etc.
Free and open for you!
Meets Every Wednesday 7:00 – 9:00 PM. Doors open at 6:50pm – please arrive by 7pm or soon after
Mark A. Davis @ 215-627-0424
madpride@ymail.com
Legal
ACLU of Pennsylvania
ACLU of Pennsylvania works to secure total rights for LGBT people by working to defend and expand the individual rights and personal freedoms afforded to us all by the state and federal constitutions and the Bill of Rights.
Equality Pennsylvania
Equality Pennsylvania is an organization which advocates throughout Pennsylvania for LGBT rights. Equality Pennsylvania also attempts to advance LGBT friendly policy and legislative initiatives.
Employment & Finances
LGBT Career Link
For employers and prospective employees to connect safely.
Debt Free Guys
The Debt Free Guys® blog and Queer Money® podcast are the #1 gay money blog and podcast for the LGBTQ community. Stop by regularly to live debt free, make more money and live abundantly!
