The foundation to your best life
For LGBTQ+ people of color to socialize, learn and access sexual health care
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individual counseling
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group counseling
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psychiatry
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evaluations for gender-affirming hormone therapies and surgery
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co-occurring mental health and substance use counseling
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linkage to other resources and psychiatric services
Compeer of Greater Buffalo (Ages 6+)
Website | (716) 883-3331 | 1179 Kenmore Avenue, NY, 14217
Mentor Program for Youth Struggling or At-Risk for Substance Abuse
One-to-One Meetings, Small Group Volunteer Mentoring and Community Connection Activities that promote recovery and positive habits and coping skills in recovering or at-risk youth *MUST BE REFERRED*
Core Mental Health
Website (716) 247-6425 | 374 Delaware Avenue, NY, 14202
Individual Mental Health Assessments and Counseling
*Schedule a 15 minute Consultation Online to see if they are the right fit for you!
Intake assessment and symptom evaluation Client portal access which includes coping tools and common thought patterns Resources related to themes or patterns in our lives and trauma informed treatment Private consultation times/therapy in a comfortable setting or convenient virtual sessions
Email accessibility for updates and support
Medication referral as indicated
CPH Mental Health Counseling
(716) 322-6394 | 737 Delaware Avenue, NY, 14209 – Suite 216
LGBTQ+ Centered Counseling and Care
Counseling Services focused on Gender Dysphoria and Trauma Assessment, Planning and Treatment Linkage for Hormone Therapy Specialized Counselors for LGBTQ+ population, specifically Transgender Individuals.
Evergreen Health
Website 716-847-2441 | 206 S Elmwood Avenue, Buffalo NY 14201
*Specializes in Treatment with the LGBTQ+ Community, including Transgender and Gender Expansive Individuals
Mental Health Counseling and Services
Provides Individual and Group Counseling, Psychiatric Services, combined Substance Use and Mental Health Counseling, and coordination for other outside Mental Health or Psychiatry Supports.
Gateway Longview Behavioral Health Services
Website (716) 783-3221 | 110 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY 14201
NO WAITLIST & SAME DAY APPOINTMENTS USUALLY AVAILABLE
Youth Mental and Behavioral Treatment and Services
Behavioral Health Clinic Brochure
Provides counseling to children, youth and young adults (ages 3-21) for mental and emotional challenges like anxiety, depression, mood disorders, symptoms associated with post-traumatic-stress-disorder (PTSD), and behavioral challenges
*Accepts Medicaid and most major insurances–will help navigate payment options*
GLYS WNY, Inc: Growing LGBTQ+ Youth Support
Website | GLYS WNY, Inc. Calendar
716-855-0221 | 741 Main Street, Buffalo NY 14203
LGBTQ+ Youth and Family Support Groups
Provides FREE programs for LGBTQ+ Youth (ages 12-21) across WNY.
Youth Drop-In Centers (LGBTQ+ Peer Support/Social Group), Youth In Care (System Navigation & Resource Access Support), Gender-Sexuality Alliances, Transgender Youth Support & Caregiver’s of Transgender Youth Support Groups
Horizon Health Services
77 Broadway Street, Buffalo, NY 14203
(716) 834-6401
Monday, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday – Thursday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday, 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Addiction Rehab & Mental Health Services | Horizon Health | WNY (horizon-health.org)
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General Info. About Available Services, Related Resources
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Appointment Scheduling, Telehealth Appointment
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Provider, Payment Info. / Plans
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In-Person/ Phone Consultation
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Social Media Account(s)
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Accessible by Public Transportation
The Pride Center of WNY
(716) 852-7743 | 278 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14202
Youth Mental Health, Substance Use Support Services
FREE linkage to affirming Mental Health Care; Substance Use Support Services; Peer, LGBTQ+, Transitioning Youth and Family Support Groups
Safety and Inclusion Services Reporting Acts of Homophobic and Transphobic Acts of Violence to Local Police; Reporting a Hate Crime (NYS Hate Crime Hotline: 888-392-3644); Linkage to Legal Service
Spectrum Health:C.A.R.E.S
Crisis & Re-Stabilization Emergency Services
Website | Emergency Service Hotline 24/7: (716) 882-4357
24 Hour Hotline for Youth, Parents and Families in need of help during a crisis.
Services include: Crisis Services and Interviews, Brief Crisis Counseling, and Safety Assessments and Planning with Youth and Families.