Support Groups

 A support group is a gathering of people facing common issues to share what’s troubling them. Through the sharing of experiences, they’re able to offer support, encouragement, and comfort to the other group members, and receive the same in return. 
 
Our groups offer a safe place where you can get information that’s practical, constructive, and helpful. You’ll have the benefit of encouragement, and you’ll learn more about coping with your problems through shared experiences. CPH is pleased to offer support groups for FREE to all our patients.
Group: Ruby 
Topic: Non-binary/gender fluid/gender queer
Ages: 15-18
OPEN GROUP TO THE COMMUNITY

What does it mean to be non-binary? And what is the difference between being non-binary, gender fluid, or gender non-conforming? Perhaps this is how you currently identify, or are interested in learning more about gender and non-gender identities, or how you can express and celebrate how you identify, through art, music, fashion and more! The group also welcomes those who want to explore their identity, but who may not need or want to classify themselves. All individuals are encouraged to explore their individual selves, without concern or pressure that the next step must be ‘transitioning,’ and without concern about fitting into other people’s definitions.
Group: Tangerine
Topic: Support
Ages: Adult (18-25)
Open to: CPH Patients

This support group exists for transgender and gender non-conforming young adults who are seeking a supportive safe space in which to engage in conversations with others in a similar stage in life. Topics may include sharing their journey, their successes and struggles and providing a safe place to ask questions and to get genuine support from others.
Group: Saffron 
Topic: Religion
Ages: 17 and up
Open to: CPH Patients

A group created for those of you seeking religious or spiritual conversations, and how your beliefs, or the beliefs of others, relate to being trans or gender non-conforming, having trans friends or family who identify with the LGBTQ+ community. Bring your thoughts and your concerns to this engaging, open minded conversational group.
Group: Jade 
Parent Group I
Ages: Adult (parents/guardians)
Open to: CPH Patients

This group is designed to provide support, conversation, and resources for parents and caretakers of gender non-conforming children and adolescents. This will be a group targeted for parents and caregivers supporting each other on their individual journeys of love, understanding, and advocacy for their transgender or gender non-conforming family. This supportive, gently facilitated meeting, will offer the opportunity to share successes, challenges, concerns, stories of resilience, or you can join just to listen. This group is best for parents and caregivers who do not have a child on blockers or hormones.
Group: Emerald 
Parent Group II
Ages: Adult (parents/guardians)
Open to: CPH Patients

Raising a transgender child who has begun blockers or hormones is sometimes a daunting task. You are not alone in wanting to unpack thoughts and feelings, in a supportive setting. This group was designed to provide support, conversation, and resources for parents or caregivers of trans children. This group is for parents and caregivers who have a child on blockers or hormones.
Group: Turquoise
Topic: Not currently in medical interventions / blockers or HRT
Ages: 13-16
Open to: CPH Patients

This group is geared towards gender non-conforming patients, who are not currently taking blockers or HRT but may be experimenting with gender expression or social transition. We are pleased to offer a safe and welcoming place for you to come and talk about your thoughts, concerns, and experiences, to ask questions, and to get genuine and knowledgeable support. 
Group: Indigo
Topic: Currently in medical intervention / prescribed blockers or hormones
Ages: 13-16
Open to: CPH Patients

This group is geared towards gender non-conforming patients, who are currently taking blockers or hormones. We are pleased to offer a safe and welcoming place for you to come and talk about your thoughts, concerns, and experiences, and to ask questions and get genuine and knowledgeable support. 
Group: Sapphire
Topic: Not currently in medical intervention / blockers 
Ages: Under 13
Open to: CPH Patients

This group is geared towards gender non-conforming patients who are not currently taking blockers or hormones but may be experimenting with gender expression or social transition. We are pleased to offer a safe and welcoming place for group members to come and talk about their journey, to ask questions, and to get genuine and knowledgeable support. 
Group: Violet
Topic: Currently in medical intervention / prescribed blockers 
Ages: Under 13
Open to: CPH Patients

This group is geared towards gender non-conforming patients who are currently taking blockers or hormones. We are pleased to offer a safe and welcoming place for group members to come and talk about their journey, to ask questions, and to get genuine and knowledgeable support. 
Group: Amethyst
Topic: Not currently in medical interventions / HRT 
Ages: 16-18
Open to: CPH Patients

This group is geared towards gender non-conforming patients, who are not currently taking hormones but may be experimenting with gender expression or social transition. We are pleased to offer a safe and welcoming place for you to come and talk about your thoughts, concerns, and experiences, to ask questions, and to get genuine and knowledgeable support.
Group: Plum
Topic: Currently in medical intervention / hormones
Ages: 16-18
Open to: CPH Patients

This group is geared towards gender non-conforming patients, who are currently taking hormones. We are pleased to offer a safe and welcoming place for you to come and talk about your thoughts, concerns, experiences, to ask questions, and to get genuine and knowledgeable support.
Group: Silver
Remote/rural locations
Ages: 14-16
OPEN GROUP TO THE COMMUNITY

Do you find yourself removed from events, community, resources, and even simple communication, when it comes to LGBTQ+ life? Do you live in a rural area, that is leaving you feeling isolated, due to your geographical location/residence? Then this group is for you. Come join us, in a group designed for those of you seeking conversation, support, and a connection with the LGBTQ+ community. 
Group: Gold 
Allies
Ages: 13-18
OPEN GROUP TO THE COMMUNITY

Do you consider yourself an “ally” to trans people – friends, family members, or the community in general? Do you often find yourself wondering how you can be a better ally? Or where you could go to learn how to become a better ally? This group welcomes all allies who would like to learn, grow, and evolve.

For those interested in participating in a group, please email us at:

cphbuffalo@gmail.com