Resources
Transgender and LGBT+ support groups and resources in Ventura County.
There are some great resources available to trans, gender diverse, and LGBT+ folks in our area. If you know any we missed, please email them to us.
Resources List
The Transverse
Trans and gender diverse support organization supporting folks in Ventura and across the globe. Find our shows on Twitch and YouTube (TheTransverse), join our trans support group in person in Ventura, and join our partner discord group for support online.
Coalition for Family Harmony
Since 1976, the Coalition has provided victims of family violence with the means to help them escape their life of abuse – and for over 30 years, we have operated a 24-hour bilingual crisis hotline to enable their first step toward a better life.
PFLAG Ventura
PFLAG is the extended family of the LGBTQ community. We're made up of LGBTQ individuals, family members and allies. Because together, we're stronger.
New Beginnings Center
The New Beginnings Center is a trans-owned therapy org offering a wide array of therapeutic services to help you get started on your path to recovery from anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, body image issues, and beyond. In a safe, supportive environment you will experience tools and wisdom to assist you on your healing 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. They're one of our best options for trans health care in the area. With or without insurance, you can always come to us for your health care.
Maple Counseling Center
Maple Counseling center is a non-profit org offering affordable therapy, in person or telehealth. Maple Counseling Center accepts Carelon/Gold Coast insurance and offers low fee cash sessions for the uninsured.
Transgender and LGBT+ Support Groups
Trans Peer Group
Ventura's first trans peer group meets every other Sunday at Diversity Collective.
Hosted by Emily K of The Transverse
Transgender Partners Group
A spin-off of our Trans Peer Group, the Transgender Partners Group provides the same great level of connection and support but for partners of trans folks. Share your story and concerns and get help navigating the challenges in transitioning alonside your partner.
Hosted by Emily K of The Transverse