If you’re struggling, feeling overwhelmed, or facing discrimination because of your identity, you are not alone. Support, guidance, and people who care are available right now.
This page connects you with trusted LGBTQ+ organizations offering mental health support, crisis counseling, legal help, and community resources.
Crisis Support (Available 24/7)
If you are in immediate emotional distress or thinking about harming yourself, please reach out to trained counselors right away.
The Trevor Project Lifeline
Phone: 1-866-488-7386
Text: Text START to 678678
Website: https://www.thetrevorproject.org
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988
Website: https://988lifeline.org
Trans Lifeline
Phone: 877-565-8860
Website: https://translifeline.org
Mental Health Support
Mental health challenges are common in LGBTQ communities due to stigma, discrimination, and social pressure. These organizations offer affirming support and resources.
National Queer & Trans Therapists of Color Network
https://www.nqttcn.com
The Trevor Project Resource Center
https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/
Legal Help & Rights
If you are experiencing discrimination, harassment, or workplace inequality, these organizations provide legal information and advocacy.
Lambda Legal
https://www.lambdalegal.org
Human Rights Campaign
https://www.hrc.org
Support for Families & Allies
Support from family and allies can make a huge difference.
PFLAG
https://pflag.org
PFLAG offers local chapters, education, and support groups for LGBTQ people and their families.
Find Local LGBTQ Community Centers
Community centers can provide counseling, health services, youth groups, and safe spaces.
Search for a center near you:
https://www.lgbtqcenters.org
You Deserve Support
No matter where you are in your journey — questioning, coming out, or navigating life as your authentic self — help and community exist.
Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Disclaimer
Empowering Pride Now is not a crisis service. If you are in immediate danger, please contact emergency services or one of the crisis hotlines listed above.