What’s the difference between our Parent Support Groups and Parent Education Group?
Both our Parent Support Groups and Parent Education Group provide a caring environment to share, network, gain valuable information, advice and resources. Our free Parent Support Groups are offered in English and Spanish and provide opportunities for parents to benefit from the experience and support of professionals as well as other parents, and learn valuable affirming support strategies for their LGBTQIA+ child. Our Parent Education Group, provides a deep dive, six-week clinically-focused approach for parents of LGBTQIA+ youth with autism spectrum disorder. There is a fee to participate, and the group is facilitated by postdoctoral Help Group fellow, Dr. Sarah Bruce. Scroll down to learn more…
Parent/Caregiver Support Group – In English and Spanish
For parents of LGBTQIA+ children, teens, and young adults
These virtual sessions are a great space for parents and caretakers to connect, receive support, and learn from one another. Group discussions will be facilitated by Dr. Joselyn Valle (she/ella), LGBTQIA+ Therapist with The Help Group’s Kaleidoscope program.
When: For English Speakers – 2nd Thursday of each month
For Spanish Speakers – 4th Thursday of each month
Time: 5 – 6pm PST
Where: Via Zoom (confirmation email will be sent with link)
Cost: Free
Any Questions?
Please email group leader Dr. Joselyn Valle at jovalle@thehelpgroup.org
*Please note that these support group are not meant to serve or replace mental health therapy/services.
Grupo de Apoyo para Padres – En Inglés y Español
Grupo de apoyo mensual para los padres/cuidadores de jóvenes y adolescentes LGBTQIA+
Estas sesiones virtuales son diseñadas para que los padres y cuidadores puedan concetar, recibir apoyo y aprender unos de otros. Las discusiones grupales serán facilitadas por la Dra. Joselyn Valle, Terapeuta LGBTQIA+ con el programa Kaleidoscope de The Help Group.
Cuándo: En Inglés – El segundo Jueves de cada mez
En Español – El cuarto Jueves de cada mez
Hora: 5 – 6pm PST
Dónde: Zoom (confirmación por correo electrónico al registrarse)
Costo: Gratis
Preguntas?
Envié un correo electrónico a la Dra. Valle: jovalle@thehelpgroup.org
* Por favor tenga en cuenta que el grupo de apoyo no está destinado a servir como terapia/servicios de salud mental.
Parent Education Group
For Parents of LGBTQIA+ Young People with Autism
Join us for this virtual 6-week clinically-focused parent group to learn skills and discuss topics, including:
- Intersection Between Autism Spectrum Disorder & LGBTQIA+
- Gender Identity Exploration
- “Coming Out”
- Managing Mental Health Challenges
- Improving Relationships
- Building Parent-Child Communication Skills
Dates: Wednesdays, February 9th – March 16th
Time: 6:30 – 8pm PST
Where: Via Zoom (confirmation email will be sent with link)
Cost: $75 for all six classes
How to Register?
Contact Dr. Sarah Bruce sabruce@thehelpgroup.org
For More Information
Email Dr. Laurie Stephens lstephens@thehelpgroup.org
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