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Monthly LGBTQ+ Support Group

Every second Tuesday of the month 7-9PM (PT) via Zoom

Our monthly LGBTQ+ support group offers a confidential, welcoming space for parents, caregivers, LGBTQ+ individuals, and allies seeking connection and guidance.

Whether you are navigating a child’s coming out, exploring gender identity, or simply looking for community, you are welcome here.

Support Group Sign Up

Looking for an LGBTQ+ support group near you? Whether you’re in San Francisco, the East Bay, the Peninsula, or anywhere in the Bay Area, our virtual support group is accessible from wherever you are. We welcome participants from across California and beyond.

Each meeting is guided by an experienced facilitator trained in creating supportive group spaces.

Registration takes less than one minute.

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To keep our meetings as confidential as possible, please agree to these guidelines before receiving the meeting link.

1. I will not share this link with other people

2. Confidentiality is very important. What is said there will stay there, what is learned there may go with you.

3. Please no recording of the meeting on any kind

4. Topic of discussions should revolve around the LGBTQ+ community, families, and friends

5. We speak in the first person - using our own experiences. We share our personal stories rather than give advice, avoiding the words "you should"

6. Please use mute to keep background noise in the background

7. We are all learning all together. Trust is what will get us there. Thank you for keeping our meetings a safe place for all.

8. I am over 18 years old.

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What to Expect

Our monthly LGBTQ+ support group is guided by a skilled facilitator who helps create a respectful, balanced, and welcoming environment for all participants. Conversations are thoughtful, supportive, and structured in a way that ensures everyone feels heard.

The group is peer-centered and community-focused, welcoming, a space to share or simply listen, and pen to parents, LGBTQ+ individuals, and allies.

Topics range from parenting trans and nonbinary children to questions about correct language to supporting each other through tough times and so much more. We have a diverse group of attendees from many different backgrounds and identities, so we hope you’ll feel safe at home like so many other people have over the decades this group has existed.

There is no pressure to speak. Many participants attend first just to observe and learn.

Confidentiality

We ask all participants to respect one another’s privacy. What is shared in the group stays in the group.

Your trust matters.

Is there an LGBTQ support group near me?

Yes. Our support group meets virtually, so you can join from anywhere. We primarily serve the San Francisco Bay Area but welcome participants nationwide.
How do I find a PFLAG chapter near me?

You’ve found one! PFLAG San Francisco holds free monthly meetings. Visit pflag.org/find-a-chapter to find additional chapters.
Are there support groups for parents of LGBTQ youth?

Yes. Our monthly group is open to parents, families, and LGBTQ+ individuals. Many parents attend to connect with others navigating similar experiences.
Is the LGBTQ support group free?

Yes. Our meetings are completely free, confidential, and require no long-term commitment.
Who can attend the support group?

Parents, family members, friends, and LGBTQ+ individuals are all welcome. Many of our attendees are parents looking to better understand and support an LGBTQ+ child.
Do I need to live in San Francisco to join?

No. Our meetings are held virtually on Zoom, so anyone can join from anywhere.
Is the support group confidential?

Yes. What is shared in the group stays in the group, and our sessions are never recorded. We want every participant to feel safe.
What happens at a support group meeting?

Meetings are facilitated by an experienced facilitator trained in creating supportive group spaces. The support group provides open, welcoming conversation in a judgment-free space where families and individuals share experiences and find community.

Immediate Support

Our support group is not a crisis service.

If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please contact 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline , The Trevor Project, or Trans Lifeline.