Medical and Mental Health Resources
Medical and Mental Health Resources
Explore a curated list of mental health professionals who specialize in LGBTQIA+ care, offering compassionate, inclusive, and identity-affirming services. These providers are committed to creating a safe, supportive space to help you navigate health concerns with respect for your unique experiences.
Hormone Replacement Therapy Providers
Provides hormone therapy services for trans and nonbinary folx.
- Dr. Goldberg, Mankato Clinic (Mankato Clinic, Wickersham Clinic)
- Shana Palmer, APRN, CNP, (Mankato Clinic, Main Street Clinic in Mankato)
- Planned Parenthood, Mankato
Affirming Primary Care Providers
- Kimberly Beecher, MD (Mayo Clinic)
- Joanne Genewick, DO (Mayo Clinic, Eastridge)
- Bethany Reyhaus, DO (Mayo Clinic, Eastridge)
- Sara Robinson, MD (Mayo Clinic, Eastridge)
- Nicholas DeVetter, DO (Mankato Clinic, Daniels Health Center)
- LGBTQ+ Healthcare Directory
HIV/AIDS Health Care
- Planned Parenthood - Offers reproductive and sexual health services, including PrEP for HIV prevention.
- Rural AIDS Action Network - Offers services for people living with or at risk of HIV in rural Minnesota.
- Aliveness Project - Supports people living with HIV through various services and programs.
Gender Affirming Services
- M Health Fairview Sexual and Gender Health Clinic - Minneapolis, MN. Provides comprehensive gender-affirming care, including hormone therapy and mental health support.
- Transgender and Intersex Specialty Care Clinic at Mayo Clinic - Rochester, MN. Specializes in integrated gender-affirming care, including medical therapy, psychosocial care, and surgery.
Autism & ADHD Testing
- Surdy Family Services - Provides thorough and individualized diagnostic assessments for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) for individuals aged 2 years and older.
- Counseling Services of Southern MN - Children and Adolescents only
- Fernbrook Family Center - Autism Assessments are available at the following Fernbrook locations: Faribault, Mankato, Owatonna, Red Wing, Rochester.
Addiction Recovery & Long Term Success
- EOSIS Latitudes - LGBTQ+ Residential Facility
Intensive Outpatient (IOP) & Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP)
- Charlie Health - LGBTQ+ IOP Track
LGBTQ+ Support and Advocacy Groups
LGBTQ+ Support and Advocacy Groups
Find local and national organizations offering safe, affirming spaces for LGBTQIA+ individuals and families to access peer support, professional guidance, and advocacy. Whether you're seeking community or looking to get involved in activism, these groups provide resources for navigating identity and relationships.
OutFront MN
Advocates for LGBTQ+ rights and provides support services. https://www.outfront.org
Minnesota Transgender Health Coalition
Works towards improving healthcare access for transgender individuals.
South Central Minnesota Pride
Organizes events and provides resources for the LGBTQ+ community in South Central Minnesota.
Gender Education Center
Offers education and support for gender diversity. https://www.gendereducation.org
Reclaim
Provides mental health support for LGBTQ+ youth. https://www.reclaim.care
U of M Gender and Sexuality Center for Queer and Trans Life
Offers resources and support for queer and trans students at the University of Minnesota.
Avenues for Homeless Youth
Supports homeless youth, including LGBTQ+ individuals. https://www.avenuesforyouth.org
YouthLink Minnesota
Provides services for homeless youth, with a focus on LGBTQ+ needs. https://www.youthlinkmn.org
Bisexual Organizing Project
Advocates for bisexual visibility and provides support. https://www.bisexualorganizingproject.org
National and Online Support Groups
National and Online Support Groups
National level organizations you can engage with for support and advocacy.
PFLAG (Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays)
Offers support for families and friends of LGBTQ+ individuals. https://www.pflag.org
NAMI LGBTQ+ Connection Support Groups
Provides mental health support for LGBTQ+ individuals. https://www.nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups
TrevorSpace - Social Networking Site for LGBTQ+ Youth (ages 13-24)
A safe online community for LGBTQ+ youth. https://www.trevorspace.org
NAMI National LGBTQ+ Resources
Offers mental health resources for the LGBTQ+ community. https://www.nami.org/find-support/lgbtq
National LGBTQ Task Force:
Advocates for LGBTQ+ rights and social justice. https://www.thetaskforce.org
National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging
Provides resources for older LGBTQ+ adults. https://www.lgbtagingcenter.org
National Youth Advocacy Coalition
Supports LGBTQ+ youth through advocacy and resources. https://www.nyacyouth.org
The Human Rights Campaign
Advocates for LGBTQ+ equality.
The Trevor Project LGBTQ+ Mental Health Resources
Provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention services for LGBTQ+ youth.
Educational Resources and Glossaries
Educational Resources and Glossaries
Supporting Trans in Your Life (Guide)
A guide for being a good ally to transgender individuals. https://transequality.org/issues/resources/supporting-the-transgender-people-in-your-life-a-guide-to-being-a-good-ally
It Gets Better LGBTQ+ Glossary
Definitions of LGBTQ+ terms.
44 Self-Esteem Resources for Nonbinary Adolescents and Teens
Resources to support self-esteem.
Gender Affirming Services
Gender Affirming Services
Smitten Kitten - Packers, stand-to-pee, dilators.
Point of Pride - Point of Pride works to benefit trans people in need through gender-affirming support programs that empower them to live more authentically.
Freedom of Voice - offers gender-affirming voice training throughout southern Minnesota and the Twin Cities.
Permanent Choice - laser hair removal.
Hair Stylist - V's Rockin Cuts and Color - Gender affirming hair stylist. Donates hair to make wigs for trans people.
Local Affirming Spaces
Local Affirming and Safer Spaces
Coffee Hag
A cozy café in Mankato offering coffee, art, and a welcoming space for the LGBTQIA+ community.
329 N. Riverfront Dr., Mankato
Website: Coffee Hag
Wooden Spoon
A local bakery and café in Mankato, known for fresh, handcrafted food and a friendly atmosphere.
Address: 515 N. Riverfront Dr., Mankato
Website: https://woodenspoonmn.com
410 Project
A community art space in Mankato showcasing local artists and fostering creative collaboration.
Address: 523 S. Front St., Mankato
Website: https://the410project.com
Nolabelle
A farm-to-table restaurant in Mankato, offering fresh, locally sourced dishes in a modern setting.
Address: 520 S. Front St., Mankato
Website: https://nolabelle.com
Wine Cafe
A relaxed bar in Mankato, offering a wide selection of wines, craft beers, and live music.
Address: 301 N. Riverfront Dr., Mankato
Website: https://www.oldtownwinecafe.com/
Pride Counseling Services
110 E. Walnut St., Mankato, MN 56001
Phone: 507-246-2667 | Fax: 507-519-0444
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