Gay men groups

Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning/queer, intersex, asexual, etc.

(LGBTQIA+) support can be extremely helpful for people but only if gay people feel comfortable enough to get it.

One of the challenges in reaching out for support if you're gay is that you may feel that others who are not gay will not understand your particular situation. For others, it’s non-stop workshops and self-exploration.

The men who attend CMG Gatherings (and our hundreds of local events) are a diverse group of varying ages, beliefs, religious traditions, cultures, ethnicities and spiritual practices. So, be sure to keep coming back for fresh updates! For online gay help support groups, check out:

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(2022, January 10). Being gay, of course, is not a mental illness, but support groups can often benefit from professional leadership.

Gay support groups for the families and friends of gay people can offer help with:¹

• Helping a gay loved one through the challenges of coming out
• Parenting a gay youth
• The coming out process of the family member or friend
• Coping with changes in expectations due to sexuality (expectations of marriage, grandchildren, etc.)
• Dealing with discrimination and stigma
• Feeling included and normalizing minority sexuality
• Finding an accepting community

Gay support groups offer similar advantages for LGBTQIA+ people:

Finding LGBTQIA+ Support Groups

LGBTQIA+ support groups can be found through mental health organizations and professionals like:

LGBT family and friend support groups can be found through this Gay Parent magazine directory or through PFLAG – Parents, Family and Friends of Lesbians and Gays.

Gay help and resources can also be found through local LGBT organizations and online.

Don't hesitate to reach out and share your ideas with us - your voice truly matters in shaping our community. Gay Support: Where to Find LGBT Help and Support Groups, HealthyPlace. These gay support groups can help people through the challenges associated with gay discrimination and stigma. Our groups are a testament to the diversity, unity, and strength of the gay community.

Support groups for LGBTQIA+ people often do this through peer support. ComeOut is more than just a social app; it's a thriving community that brings together diverse interests, identities, and voices.

Explore gay groups near you and beyond

No matter where you are, ComeOut makes it easy to find gay groups near you and across the globe. Our extensive selection of groups will cater to a wide array of interests and themes, ensuring there's always something for everyone.

Join the ComeOut family

Being part of the ComeOut family means you're part of an inclusive and supportive network.

We have differently-abled men and men from all cultural and ethnic backgrounds.

You’ll find a wide variety of ages to our men, though CMG isprimarily attended by men over 40.

Gatherings

Each of our Gatherings—Spring, Summer, and Fall—is an extended weekend retreat where men explore different ways of looking at life and expand concepts of self while having a lot of fun at the same time.

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Last Updated: January 15, 2022