A culturally grounded, affirming space for all people in the African Diaspora, Caribbean, Black, African American, mixed, etc. folks in the LGBTQ+ community to process, heal and connect over shared live experiences, mental health struggles, generational trauma, spiritual identity, joy and liberation. Fridays at 5PM Maya.benitez@lgbtqcenteroc.org Nathalie.riffgaud@lgbtqcenteroc.org
Join our Peer Support Group of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) – a welcoming and confidential space for adults (18+) of all gender identities and backgrounds. Whether you’re ready to share or just want to listen, you’re not alone. Together, we hold space for healing, empowerment, and connection Every Saturday from 11-12:30p on Zoom For more information contact: sharon.dawson@lgbtqcenteroc.org
This group is a brave space for individuals who are in non-monogamous/polyamorous partnerships for adults ages 21+ All genders are welcome! Every Saturday 1PM – 2:30PM **$10 per group** If you would like to attend or have any questions, please contact jimmy.Galligan@lgbtqcenteroc.org
Processing therapy group for transgender, non-binary, gender non-conforming, genderfluid, intersex, and androgynous individuals. This group provides individuals with a safe space to voice and process feelings, issues, and thoughts unique to their experiences. Please email facilitators if you would like to attend this Zoom meeting.
VIVID: A youth leadership group that focuses on community engagement, empowerment, and advocacy. We invite LGBTQIA+ youth, students, and allies ages 14-24 who are passionate about creating positive change within their schools and communities. VIVID provides a supportive space for members to develop leadership skills, collaborate on community-focused projects, and advocate for LGBTQIA+ inclusion and representation. Through VIVID, participants engage in various activities, including organizing and hosting community events and group activities. The group focuses on mentorship, peer support, and education, offering its members the opportunity to build confidence and leadership. Meets in-person on Tuesdays from 5:30-7:00 pm at the LGBTQ Center OC. Zoom option is available for youth who want to participate virtually. Feel free to share this opportunity with others: bit.ly/vivid-youth Questions? Please contact: Justin Bartolome justin.bartolome@lgbtqcenteroc.org
A safe community for LGBTQIA2S+ folks to explore spirituality. Wherever you’re at in your spiritual or religious journey, this is a space dedicated to helping you explore meaning, expand on your belief systems, foster connection, and harmonize the spirituality within your beautiful, authentic self. 18+ Every Tuesday from 6-730p on Zoom**$10 per group For more information contact:daniel.yi@lgbtqcenteroc.org
The Women’s Process Group is an intimate and safe space for adult women-identified individuals. Group members come together to explore issues surrounding themselves, current events, and gain community and support from each other.
OUTlet is intended to create a safe space for youth to talk about mental health issues, create healthy relationships with others, and learn tools to understand, manage, and decrease symptoms of mental health. This group will teach youth how to build insight into their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and learn how to communicate their needs and wants in a healthy assertive manner. Lastly, with an emphasis on maladaptive coping skills including self-medicating with substances, isolating, or engaging in risky behaviors, youth will learn to develop coping skills needed to manage symptoms on a long-term basis. OUTlet meets on Tuesdays from 7:00 to 8:30 pm. We meet in person the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month and virtually the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays.
The goals of this group are: to create a safe, comfortable place to express feelings, exploration of self through group process and reflection, enhancing sense of self through awareness and acceptance, and to support and be supported. Ages 18 and over.
This group is a safe space for individuals of all Asian and Pacific Islander descent (ages 18+) to meet and freely discuss experiences being Queer/API and what that means. We bring up current events, as well as help each other process things that may be happening in their community. We ask that all participants treat one another respectfully no matter what their views may be on different topics.
1605 N Spurgeon St
Santa Ana, CA 92701
Lobby Hours:
Monday: 10am – 6pm
Tuesday: 10am – 6pm
Wednesday: 10am – 6pm
Thursday: 10am – 6pm
Friday: 10am – 6pm
Saturday and Sunday:
by appointment only
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