Young Adults
AFFIRM: Rush University Medical Center
(833) 624-5428
Affirming Services Address LGBTQ+ Health Disparities including behavioral health, gender-affirming clinical specialties (endocrinology, voice therapy and more), gynecology services and cervical cancer screenings, HIV care, Primary care (adult, adolescent and pediatric), specialty care (obstetrics, oncology, orthopedics, neurology), surgery and patient navigation. For more information on Affirm's services, please fill out our patient intake form.
Autistic People More Likely to Identify as LGBTQ, Discover SPARK
Asperger/Autism Network (AANE)
Network for LGBTQIA+ supports, resources, groups and parent groups.
Bobby E. Wright Comprehensive Behavioral Health Center, Inc.
(773) 722-7900
West Side communities of East and West Garfield Park, Austin, and North Lawndale
Contact form & location information
Provides: Mental Health Assessment, Mental Health Counseling, Case Management, Supportive Employment (IPS), Supervised Residential, Supportive Residential, Community Support Team (CST), Drop-In Center, Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR), Developmental Training (DT), and HIV Screening and Counseling. Accepts some Medicaid plans.
Community Counseling Centers of Chicago (C4)
773-769-0205
Chicago (North Side, West Side)
Contact form & Locations here
Provides: Outpatient therapy, Community Based Services, Case Management, Crisis Services, Group Therapy, Intensive Outpatient, Assertive Community Treatment (ACT). Accepts some Medicaid plans.
info@fgcinc.org
844-834-2227
Chicago (Near North Side), Harvey, Des Plaines, Joliet, Aurora, Springfield – Locations here
Provides: Outpatient therapy, Case Management, HIV Screening. Accepts some Medicaid plans.
Gender and sexuality in autism, explained, Spectrum News
Habilitative Systems, Inc.
HSI 24 hour Crisis Line: 773-745-2620
Chicago (Englewood, North Lawndale, Austin) – Locations here
Provides: Outpatient therapy, Crisis Services, Residential Treatment, Case Management, HIV Screening, Housing, Community Based Services, Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) and Community Support Teams (CST). Accepts some Medicaid plans.
Howard Brown
773.388.1600
Locations on North, West and South Side of Chicago: View here
Provides sexual and reproductive health services, including HIV/STI screening, Primary care services, including gender-affirming hormone therapy, PrEP, pregnancy tests, birth control options, vaccines, psychiatry, and basic needs , One-on-one assistance signing up for health insurance, GED program, high school and college tutoring, or college application and scholarship assistance and mental wellness support. Individual and group therapy and psychiatry services available.
Human Resource Development Institute, Inc.
773-291-2500
info@hrdi.org
Chicago (Roseland, Englewood, Auburn-Gresham, Ashburn, Pilsen, South Shore, Washington Park, Jeffery Manor, North Lawndale) – Locations here
Provides: Psychiatry, Outpatient therapy, Crisis Services, Case Management, HIV Screening, Housing, Community Based Services, Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) and Community Support Teams (CST). Accepts some Medicaid plans.
The List: Advocacy & Law
Being Trans+ can come with additional barriers, including various forms of discrimination that result in the need for legal representation. This page is dedicated to organizations, programs, and law firms working to advocate on behalf of Trans+ rights in policy and law. Contacts may also include ways to get involved in making spaces safer, more equitable, and more Trans affirming.
Metropolitan Family Services Midway
3843 W 63rd St, Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 884-3310
Locations throughout Chicago and Suburbs area - Chicago (Southeast Chicago-South Chicago, Calumet Heights, East Side, Hegewisch and South Deering), Blue Island, Calumet, Lemont, Oak Forest, Orland, Palos & Worth Townships, Palos Hills, DuPage County
Provides: Case Management, Outpatient therapy, Group Therapy, Crisis, Community Based Services, Medication Management. Accepts some Medicaid plans.
Organization for Autism Research (OAR) - Sex Ed for Self-Advocates
This guide is a sexuality and sex education resource written specifically for people on the autism spectrum age 15 and up. People on the autism spectrum sometimes don’t have the chance to learn about sexuality and sex in ways that work for them, so OAR created this guide as a starting point to change that.
Pillars Community Health
708-PILLARS (708-745-5277)
Variety of locations West and Southwest Cook County
Provides: Outpatient therapy, Community Based Services, Case Management, Crisis Services, Group Therapy, Intensive Outpatient, Risk Education. Accepts some Medicaid plans.
Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity, Organization for Autism Research
773.257.5300
Online appointment request form
West, and Southwest Chicago – View all locations
Out-patient therapy for all ages – bilingual, Outpatient therapy program for deaf and hard of hearing, Transitional care management, Out-patient psychiatry available – child and adult, In-patient adult mental health, Adult out-patient secure crisis stabilization, Supportive living. Accepts some Medicaid plans.
Howard Brown
773.388.1600
Locations on North, West and South Side of Chicago: View here
Provides sexual and reproductive health services, including HIV/STI screening, Primary care services, including gender-affirming hormone therapy, PrEP, pregnancy tests, birth control options, vaccines, psychiatry, and basic needs , One-on-one assistance signing up for health insurance, GED program, high school and college tutoring, or college application and scholarship assistance and mental wellness support. Individual and group therapy and psychiatry services available.
The List: Physical Health
The Health Resources list is meant to provide all of the resources needed to holistically heal and/or maintain the health and well-being of Trans and nonbinary individuals. This includes both Trans and Trans-affirming mental health and physical health clinicians and clinics. Additionally, you can find resources and educators on sexual health and wellbeing that are specific to Trans+ people, as such resources are often all too scarce in youth sex education programs. This page is devoted to physical healthcare. Resources include: primary care, endocrinology, letter writing, surgeons, medical centers, family planning and gyms.
Rush University Medical Center
(833) 624-5428
Affirming Services Address LGBTQ+ Health Disparities including behavioral health, gender-affirming clinical specialties (endocrinology, voice therapy and more), gynecology services and cervical cancer screenings, HIV care, Primary care (adult, adolescent and pediatric), specialty care (obstetrics, oncology, orthopedics, neurology), surgery and patient navigation.
For more information on Affirm's services, please fill out our patient intake form.
Howard Brown
773.388.1600
Locations on North, West and South Side of Chicago: View here
Provides sexual and reproductive health services, including HIV/STI screening, Primary care services, including gender-affirming hormone therapy, PrEP, pregnancy tests, birth control options, vaccines, psychiatry, and basic needs , One-on-one assistance signing up for health insurance, GED program, high school and college tutoring, or college application and scholarship assistance and mental wellness support. Individual and group therapy and psychiatry services available.
The List: Physical Health
The Health Resources list is meant to provide all of the resources needed to holistically heal and/or maintain the health and well-being of Trans and nonbinary individuals. This includes both Trans and Trans-affirming mental health and physical health clinicians and clinics. Additionally, you can find resources and educators on sexual health and wellbeing that are specific to Trans+ people, as such resources are often all too scarce in youth sex education programs. This page is devoted to physical healthcare. Resources include: primary care, endocrinology, letter writing, surgeons, medical centers, family planning and gyms.
Rush University Medical Center
(833) 624-5428
Affirming Services Address LGBTQ+ Health Disparities including behavioral health, gender-affirming clinical specialties (endocrinology, voice therapy and more), gynecology services and cervical cancer screenings, HIV care, Primary care (adult, adolescent and pediatric), specialty care (obstetrics, oncology, orthopedics, neurology), surgery and patient navigation.
For more information on Affirm's services, please fill out our patient intake form.
Howard Brown
773.388.1600
Locations on North, West and South Side of Chicago: View here
Provides sexual and reproductive health services, including HIV/STI screening, Primary care services, including gender-affirming hormone therapy, PrEP, pregnancy tests, birth control options, vaccines, psychiatry, and basic needs , One-on-one assistance signing up for health insurance, GED program, high school and college tutoring, or college application and scholarship assistance and mental wellness support. Individual and group therapy and psychiatry services available.
The List: Physical Health
The Health Resources list is meant to provide all of the resources needed to holistically heal and/or maintain the health and well-being of Trans and nonbinary individuals. This includes both Trans and Trans-affirming mental health and physical health clinicians and clinics. Additionally, you can find resources and educators on sexual health and wellbeing that are specific to Trans+ people, as such resources are often all too scarce in youth sex education programs. This page is devoted to physical healthcare. Resources include: primary care, endocrinology, letter writing, surgeons, medical centers, family planning and gyms.
Rush University Medical Center
(833) 624-5428
Affirming Services Address LGBTQ+ Health Disparities including behavioral health, gender-affirming clinical specialties (endocrinology, voice therapy and more), gynecology services and cervical cancer screenings, HIV care, Primary care (adult, adolescent and pediatric), specialty care (obstetrics, oncology, orthopedics, neurology), surgery and patient navigation.
For more information on Affirm's services, please fill out our patient intake form.
Best Therapies
Chicago (Albany Park, Hyde Park, Lakeview, Uptown) & Evanston
team@besttherapies.org
An inclusive group practice of Emotion Experts, Trauma-Informed Therapists, Gender Guides, and Sex-Positive Relationship Nerds, here to help. Provides individual, couples & family counseling.
Bobby E. Wright Comprehensive Behavioral Health Center, Inc.
(773) 722-7900
West Side communities of East and West Garfield Park, Austin, and North Lawndale
Contact form & location information
Provides: Mental Health Assessment, Mental Health Counseling, Case Management, Supportive Employment (IPS), Supervised Residential, Supportive Residential, Community Support Team (CST), Drop-In Center, Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR), Developmental Training (DT), and HIV Screening and Counseling. Accepts some Medicaid plans.
- Loop: 333 N Michigan Ave #1400, Chicago, IL, (312) 815-9660
- River North: 1 E Superior St #306, Chicago, IL (312) 754-9404
- Lakeview – Broadway: 3665 N Broadway, Chicago, IL (773) 496-4433
- Lakeview - Belmont: 929 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL, (312) 530-0323
- Arlington Heights: 2101 S Arlington Heights Rd #116, Arlington Heights, IL (847) 666-5339
- Evanston: 501 Davis St, Evanston, IL, (312) 546-4193
- Mokena - see webpage
Provides therapy and medication evaluation/management to school-aged children, adolescents and adults with ASD and other mental health needs. Online scheduling here.
Community Counseling Centers of Chicago (C4)
773-769-0205
Chicago (North Side, West Side)
Contact form & Locations here
Provides: Outpatient therapy, Community Based Services, Case Management, Crisis Services, Group Therapy, Intensive Outpatient, Assertive Community Treatment (ACT). Accepts some Medicaid plans.
Center of Relational Empowerment (CORE)
312.470.4302 (Chicago)
224.714.2412 (Evanston)
info@core-chicago.com
Specialize in gender/sexual identity exploration, LGBTQ+ affirming therapy, as well as depression, anxiety, eating, relationships and divorce, alcohol/drug addictions, trauma, ADD/ADHD, immigration and acculturation issues, personality disorders, learning disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, behavior disorders, mood disorders, academic/career transitions, family of origin concerns, identity development, non-monogamous relationships. Work with children, adolescents, adults, and families.
Creekwood Associates
Angella MacDonald, LMFT; Cindy Baleskie, LCPC; Diamond, PsyD; Jenn Lang, PsyD; Mike Copertino, LCPC
St. Charles
630.377.1414
contact@creekwoodassociates.com
Listed clinicians specialize in working with Trans and GNC folks as well as their families and/or partners for individuals 4 and up. Additional Specialties include bereavement, grief/loss, perfectionism, body image, miscarriage/fertility/pregnancy challenges, parenting, suicidal ideation, self-harm, addiction, high-risk behaviors, trauma, giftedness, social skill issues, learning disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, neurodiversity concerns, domestic violence, PTSD, eating disorders, substance use, mood instability, school refusal, social anxiety, self-esteem, peer relationships, life transitions, family conflict, relational issues.
info@fgcinc.org
844-834-2227
Chicago (Near North Side), Harvey, Des Plaines, Joliet, Aurora, Springfield – Locations here
Provides: Outpatient therapy, Case Management, HIV Screening. Accepts some Medicaid plans.
Fox Valley Institute
Andrew Ansell, LCPC; Katherine Helm, PhD; Karen Rosian, PsyD; Katherine Stevens, LCPC
Naperville
630.718.0717
clientcare@fvinstitute.com
The listed clinicians specialize in working with Trans and GNC folks (more information) for children and adults. Additional Specialties: Addiction, abuse, adoption, anxiety, OCD, blended families, depression, divorce, family conflict, grief/loss, infertility, mood disorders, parenting skills, self-esteem, social skills, substance use, adjustment disorder, anger management, body image concerns, career/goal setting, chronic pain/illness, infidelity, intimacy issues, life transitions, marital/relationship concerns, panic disorder, parenting, phobias, PTSD, postpartum issues, premarital issues, stress management, sexual dysfunction, trauma, work issues, dual diagnosis, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, abuse, behavioral issues, ODD (oppositional defiant disorder), school problems, self-harm.
Habilitative Systems, Inc.
HSI 24 hour Crisis Line: 773-745-2620
Chicago (Englewood, North Lawndale, Austin) – Locations here
Provides: Outpatient therapy, Crisis Services, Residential Treatment, Case Management, HIV Screening, Housing, Community Based Services, Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) and Community Support Teams (CST). Accepts some Medicaid plans.
Howard Brown
773.388.1600
Locations on North, West and South Side of Chicago: View here
Provides sexual and reproductive health services, including HIV/STI screening, Primary care services, including gender-affirming hormone therapy, PrEP, pregnancy tests, birth control options, vaccines, psychiatry, and basic needs , One-on-one assistance signing up for health insurance, GED program, high school and college tutoring, or college application and scholarship assistance and mental wellness support. Individual and group therapy and psychiatry services available.
Group therapy information here; Please note that clients new to Howard Brown Health will need to complete the process to form a profile in our MyChart patient portal in order to complete pre-group screening and assessment process. Information about registration will be sent to you by email. Interest form here.
Human Resource Development Institute, Inc.
773-291-2500
info@hrdi.org
Chicago (Roseland, Englewood, Auburn-Gresham, Ashburn, Pilsen, South Shore, Washington Park, Jeffery Manor, North Lawndale) – Locations here
Provides: Psychiatry, Outpatient therapy, Crisis Services, Case Management, HIV Screening, Housing, Community Based Services, Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) and Community Support Teams (CST). Accepts some Medicaid plans.
IntraSpectrum Counseling
Chicago
Andersonville
312-379-9476
intake@intraspectrum-chicago.com
IntraSpectum counseling is a group of mental health professionals who specialize in working with Trans and GNC folks (more information) of all ages. Additional Specialties: Mood disorders, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, substance use, life transitions, relationship issues, cultural issues, disability, immigration/assimilation/acculturation concerns, parent deportation threats, anger management, sexual identity, child abuse, identity development, PTSD, domestic violence, grief/loss, body image concerns, family or origin issues, HIV/AIDS, chronic pain/illness, developmental disabilities, mental illness, eating disorders/disordered eating, intimacy, trauma, sexual assault, polyamory/nonmonogamy, coming out process, coping skills, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, body acceptance, stress management.
LifeStance Health: Edgewood Clinical Services
Stephanie Polan, LCSW
Barrington: 111 Lions Dr, Suite 210
Naperville: 1288 Rickert Drive, Suite 120
(630) 428-7890
Provides individual therapy, behavior management therapy, and group therapy services with all aged individual with a neurodivergent diagnosis. Additionally, works with parents for support and training/coaching. See accepted insurances here
The List: Mental Health
The Health Resources list is meant to provide all of the resources needed to holistically heal and/or maintain the health and well-being of Trans and nonbinary individuals. This includes both Trans and Trans-affirming mental health and physical health clinicians and clinics. Additionally, you can find resources and educators on sexual health and wellbeing that are specific to Trans+ people, as such resources are often all too scarce in youth sex education programs. Providers listed include: Psychotherapy & Psychiatry (medication evaluation and management).
John Guilfoile, Rainn Villalpando
773.880.1310
info@liveoakchicago.com
Lakeview: 1300 W. Belmont, Suite 300
Hyde Park: 1525 E. 53rd, Suite 824
Downtown: 30 N. Michigan, Suite 508
Roger's Park: (Coming Soon)
Provides individual therapy to the LGBTQ+ population and their families with experience in working with neurodiverse individuals (Autism, ADHD, Learning Disabilities).
Lodestone
Jordan Cart, Psy.D. (they/them)
jordancart@lodestonecenter.com
Non-binary clinical psychologist who provides trauma-informed and gender-affirming therapy and psychological testing services. Therapeutic specialties include neurodiversity (ADHD, autism, learning disabilities), trauma, grief, identity exploration, life transitions, dissociative disorders, anxiety, depression, and OCD. In regard to psychological testing, they provide ADHD, autism, learning disability, personality, and memory/dementia evaluations.
Lotus Behavioral Wellness
Stephanie Polan, LCSW
100 Illinois Street Suite 200 St. Charles, IL 60174
(779) 777-5361
meganorr@lotusbehavioralwellness.com
Provides individual therapy (in-person or telehealth) with all aged individual with a neurodivergent diagnosis. Additionally, works with parents for support and training/coaching. See accepted insurances here
Mary Donner, LSW
Chicago, IL 60613
Provides individual therapy for adults needing support with LGBTQ+ issues, Gender identity, ADHD, Autism, Neurodivergence and/or trauma needs. Primarily utilizes DBT, ACT and/or EMDR modalities in treatment.
Metropolitan Family Services Midway
3843 W 63rd St, Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 884-3310
Locations throughout Chicago and Suburbs area - Chicago (Southeast Chicago-South Chicago, Calumet Heights, East Side, Hegewisch and South Deering), Blue Island, Calumet, Lemont, Oak Forest, Orland, Palos & Worth Townships, Palos Hills, DuPage County
Provides: Case Management, Outpatient therapy, Group Therapy, Crisis, Community Based Services, Medication Management. Accepts some Medicaid plans.
Practical Magic Healing
intake@practicalmagichealing.org
773-234-3212
4711 N. Broadway Suite #102, Chicago IL 60640
Queer and TGNC owned and operated group practice and are proud to have agender, non-binary, and transfemme English and Spanish-speaking providers. Many of our providers are also neurodivergent. Primarily a telehealth provider but some clinicians offer in person services at Uptown office. Specialties include gender and sexuality affirming care, alternative relationship structures, religious trauma, disability/chronic illness, neuroqueer adults (ADHD, autism, AuDHD), trauma, harm reduction. Some Medicaid plan accepted; sliding scale available.
Pillars Community Health
708-PILLARS (708-745-5277)
Variety of locations West and Southwest Cook County
Provides: Outpatient therapy, Community Based Services, Case Management, Crisis Services, Group Therapy, Intensive Outpatient, Risk Education. Accepts some Medicaid plans.
773.257.5300
Online appointment request form
West, and Southwest Chicago – View all locations
Out-patient therapy for all ages – bilingual, Outpatient therapy program for deaf and hard of hearing, Transitional care management, Out-patient psychiatry available – child and adult, In-patient adult mental health, Adult out-patient secure crisis stabilization, Supportive living. Accepts some Medicaid plans.
Transformative Growth
(630)-423-6010
begin@forrealtherapy.com
Transformative Growth is a LGBTQIA private practice who has trans therapists and therapists who see trans clients. Sliding scale available.
- Loop: 333 N Michigan Ave #1400, Chicago, IL, (312) 815-9660
- River North: 1 E Superior St #306, Chicago, IL (312) 754-9404
- Lakeview – Broadway: 3665 N Broadway, Chicago, IL (773) 496-4433
- Lakeview - Belmont: 929 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL, (312) 530-0323
- Arlington Heights: 2101 S Arlington Heights Rd #116, Arlington Heights, IL (847) 666-5339
- Evanston: 501 Davis St, Evanston, IL, (312) 546-4193
- Mokena - see webpage
Provides therapy and medication evaluation/management to school-aged children, adolescents and adults with ASD and other mental health needs. Online scheduling here.
Howard Brown
773.388.1600
Locations on North, West and South Side of Chicago: View here
Provides sexual and reproductive health services, including HIV/STI screening, Primary care services, including gender-affirming hormone therapy, PrEP, pregnancy tests, birth control options, vaccines, psychiatry, and basic needs , One-on-one assistance signing up for health insurance, GED program, high school and college tutoring, or college application and scholarship assistance and mental wellness support. Individual and group therapy and psychiatry services available.
The List: Mental Health
The Health Resources list is meant to provide all of the resources needed to holistically heal and/or maintain the health and well-being of Trans and nonbinary individuals. This includes both Trans and Trans-affirming mental health and physical health clinicians and clinics. Additionally, you can find resources and educators on sexual health and wellbeing that are specific to Trans+ people, as such resources are often all too scarce in youth sex education programs. Providers listed include: Psychotherapy & Psychiatry (medication evaluation and management).
LGBTQ Mental Health Clinic at RUSH
1645 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL 60612
LGBTQmentalhealth@rush.edu
(312) 563-0571
Provides medication evaluation and management. Accepts many commercial and Medicaid plans.
Asperger/Autism Network (AANE)
Network for LGBTQIA+ supports, resources, groups and parent groups.
Howard Brown
773.388.1600
Locations on North, West and South Side of Chicago: View here
Provides sexual and reproductive health services, including HIV/STI screening, Primary care services, including gender-affirming hormone therapy, PrEP, pregnancy tests, birth control options, vaccines, psychiatry, and basic needs , One-on-one assistance signing up for health insurance, GED program, high school and college tutoring, or college application and scholarship assistance and mental wellness support. Individual and group therapy and psychiatry services available.
The List Chicago - General support resources
Comprehensive webpage with lists of various support needs, including: camps & retreats, centers & organizations, drop-in centers, faith & spirituality, goods & services, housing, military, name change and travel.
The List Chicago - Therapy & Support Groups
At times, it can be essential simply to know that others are going through something similar to you. The “Community” section is dedicated to supportive groups and networks where you can find others who may be dealing with the same or similar realities. This page displays clinical and support groups.
Adults
AFFIRM: Rush University Medical Center
(833) 624-5428
Affirming Services Address LGBTQ+ Health Disparities including behavioral health, gender-affirming clinical specialties (endocrinology, voice therapy and more), gynecology services and cervical cancer screenings, HIV care, Primary care (adult, adolescent and pediatric), specialty care (obstetrics, oncology, orthopedics, neurology), surgery and patient navigation. For more information on Affirm's services, please fill out our patient intake form.
Autistic People More Likely to Identify as LGBTQ, Discover SPARK
Asperger/Autism Network (AANE)
Network for LGBTQIA+ supports, resources, groups and parent groups.
Bobby E. Wright Comprehensive Behavioral Health Center, Inc.
(773) 722-7900
West Side communities of East and West Garfield Park, Austin, and North Lawndale
Contact form & location information
Provides: Mental Health Assessment, Mental Health Counseling, Case Management, Supportive Employment (IPS), Supervised Residential, Supportive Residential, Community Support Team (CST), Drop-In Center, Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR), Developmental Training (DT), and HIV Screening and Counseling. Accepts some Medicaid plans.
Community Counseling Centers of Chicago (C4)
773-769-0205
Chicago (North Side, West Side)
Contact form & Locations here
Provides: Outpatient therapy, Community Based Services, Case Management, Crisis Services, Group Therapy, Intensive Outpatient, Assertive Community Treatment (ACT). Accepts some Medicaid plans.
info@fgcinc.org
844-834-2227
Chicago (Near North Side), Harvey, Des Plaines, Joliet, Aurora, Springfield – Locations here
Provides: Outpatient therapy, Case Management, HIV Screening. Accepts some Medicaid plans.
Gender and sexuality in autism, explained, Spectrum News
Habilitative Systems, Inc.
HSI 24 hour Crisis Line: 773-745-2620
Chicago (Englewood, North Lawndale, Austin) – Locations here
Provides: Outpatient therapy, Crisis Services, Residential Treatment, Case Management, HIV Screening, Housing, Community Based Services, Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) and Community Support Teams (CST). Accepts some Medicaid plans.
Howard Brown
773.388.1600
Locations on North, West and South Side of Chicago: View here
Provides sexual and reproductive health services, including HIV/STI screening, Primary care services, including gender-affirming hormone therapy, PrEP, pregnancy tests, birth control options, vaccines, psychiatry, and basic needs , One-on-one assistance signing up for health insurance, GED program, high school and college tutoring, or college application and scholarship assistance and mental wellness support. Individual and group therapy and psychiatry services available.
Human Resource Development Institute, Inc.
773-291-2500
info@hrdi.org
Chicago (Roseland, Englewood, Auburn-Gresham, Ashburn, Pilsen, South Shore, Washington Park, Jeffery Manor, North Lawndale) – Locations here
Provides: Psychiatry, Outpatient therapy, Crisis Services, Case Management, HIV Screening, Housing, Community Based Services, Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) and Community Support Teams (CST). Accepts some Medicaid plans.
The List: Advocacy & Law
Being Trans+ can come with additional barriers, including various forms of discrimination that result in the need for legal representation. This page is dedicated to organizations, programs, and law firms working to advocate on behalf of Trans+ rights in policy and law. Contacts may also include ways to get involved in making spaces safer, more equitable, and more Trans affirming.
Metropolitan Family Services Midway
3843 W 63rd St, Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 884-3310
Locations throughout Chicago and Suburbs area - Chicago (Southeast Chicago-South Chicago, Calumet Heights, East Side, Hegewisch and South Deering), Blue Island, Calumet, Lemont, Oak Forest, Orland, Palos & Worth Townships, Palos Hills, DuPage County
Provides: Case Management, Outpatient therapy, Group Therapy, Crisis, Community Based Services, Medication Management. Accepts some Medicaid plans.
Organization for Autism Research (OAR) - Sex Ed for Self-Advocates
This guide is a sexuality and sex education resource written specifically for people on the autism spectrum age 15 and up. People on the autism spectrum sometimes don’t have the chance to learn about sexuality and sex in ways that work for them, so OAR created this guide as a starting point to change that.
Pillars Community Health
708-PILLARS (708-745-5277)
Variety of locations West and Southwest Cook County
Provides: Outpatient therapy, Community Based Services, Case Management, Crisis Services, Group Therapy, Intensive Outpatient, Risk Education. Accepts some Medicaid plans.
Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity, Organization for Autism Research
773.257.5300
Online appointment request form
West, and Southwest Chicago – View all locations
Out-patient therapy for all ages – bilingual, Outpatient therapy program for deaf and hard of hearing, Transitional care management, Out-patient psychiatry available – child and adult, In-patient adult mental health, Adult out-patient secure crisis stabilization, Supportive living. Accepts some Medicaid plans.
Howard Brown
773.388.1600
Locations on North, West and South Side of Chicago: View here
Provides sexual and reproductive health services, including HIV/STI screening, Primary care services, including gender-affirming hormone therapy, PrEP, pregnancy tests, birth control options, vaccines, psychiatry, and basic needs , One-on-one assistance signing up for health insurance, GED program, high school and college tutoring, or college application and scholarship assistance and mental wellness support. Individual and group therapy and psychiatry services available.
The List: Physical Health
The Health Resources list is meant to provide all of the resources needed to holistically heal and/or maintain the health and well-being of Trans and nonbinary individuals. This includes both Trans and Trans-affirming mental health and physical health clinicians and clinics. Additionally, you can find resources and educators on sexual health and wellbeing that are specific to Trans+ people, as such resources are often all too scarce in youth sex education programs. This page is devoted to physical healthcare. Resources include: primary care, endocrinology, letter writing, surgeons, medical centers, family planning and gyms.
Rush University Medical Center
(833) 624-5428
Affirming Services Address LGBTQ+ Health Disparities including behavioral health, gender-affirming clinical specialties (endocrinology, voice therapy and more), gynecology services and cervical cancer screenings, HIV care, Primary care (adult, adolescent and pediatric), specialty care (obstetrics, oncology, orthopedics, neurology), surgery and patient navigation.
For more information on Affirm's services, please fill out our patient intake form.
Howard Brown
773.388.1600
Locations on North, West and South Side of Chicago: View here
Provides sexual and reproductive health services, including HIV/STI screening, Primary care services, including gender-affirming hormone therapy, PrEP, pregnancy tests, birth control options, vaccines, psychiatry, and basic needs , One-on-one assistance signing up for health insurance, GED program, high school and college tutoring, or college application and scholarship assistance and mental wellness support. Individual and group therapy and psychiatry services available.
The List: Physical Health
The Health Resources list is meant to provide all of the resources needed to holistically heal and/or maintain the health and well-being of Trans and nonbinary individuals. This includes both Trans and Trans-affirming mental health and physical health clinicians and clinics. Additionally, you can find resources and educators on sexual health and wellbeing that are specific to Trans+ people, as such resources are often all too scarce in youth sex education programs. This page is devoted to physical healthcare. Resources include: primary care, endocrinology, letter writing, surgeons, medical centers, family planning and gyms.
Rush University Medical Center
(833) 624-5428
Affirming Services Address LGBTQ+ Health Disparities including behavioral health, gender-affirming clinical specialties (endocrinology, voice therapy and more), gynecology services and cervical cancer screenings, HIV care, Primary care (adult, adolescent and pediatric), specialty care (obstetrics, oncology, orthopedics, neurology), surgery and patient navigation.
For more information on Affirm's services, please fill out our patient intake form.
Howard Brown
773.388.1600
Locations on North, West and South Side of Chicago: View here
Provides sexual and reproductive health services, including HIV/STI screening, Primary care services, including gender-affirming hormone therapy, PrEP, pregnancy tests, birth control options, vaccines, psychiatry, and basic needs , One-on-one assistance signing up for health insurance, GED program, high school and college tutoring, or college application and scholarship assistance and mental wellness support. Individual and group therapy and psychiatry services available.
The List: Physical Health
The Health Resources list is meant to provide all of the resources needed to holistically heal and/or maintain the health and well-being of Trans and nonbinary individuals. This includes both Trans and Trans-affirming mental health and physical health clinicians and clinics. Additionally, you can find resources and educators on sexual health and wellbeing that are specific to Trans+ people, as such resources are often all too scarce in youth sex education programs. This page is devoted to physical healthcare. Resources include: primary care, endocrinology, letter writing, surgeons, medical centers, family planning and gyms.
Rush University Medical Center
(833) 624-5428
Affirming Services Address LGBTQ+ Health Disparities including behavioral health, gender-affirming clinical specialties (endocrinology, voice therapy and more), gynecology services and cervical cancer screenings, HIV care, Primary care (adult, adolescent and pediatric), specialty care (obstetrics, oncology, orthopedics, neurology), surgery and patient navigation.
For more information on Affirm's services, please fill out our patient intake form.
Best Therapies
Chicago (Albany Park, Hyde Park, Lakeview, Uptown) & Evanston
team@besttherapies.org
An inclusive group practice of Emotion Experts, Trauma-Informed Therapists, Gender Guides, and Sex-Positive Relationship Nerds, here to help. Provides individual, couples & family counseling.
Bobby E. Wright Comprehensive Behavioral Health Center, Inc.
(773) 722-7900
West Side communities of East and West Garfield Park, Austin, and North Lawndale
Contact form & location information
Provides: Mental Health Assessment, Mental Health Counseling, Case Management, Supportive Employment (IPS), Supervised Residential, Supportive Residential, Community Support Team (CST), Drop-In Center, Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR), Developmental Training (DT), and HIV Screening and Counseling. Accepts some Medicaid plans.
- Loop: 333 N Michigan Ave #1400, Chicago, IL, (312) 815-9660
- River North: 1 E Superior St #306, Chicago, IL (312) 754-9404
- Lakeview – Broadway: 3665 N Broadway, Chicago, IL (773) 496-4433
- Lakeview - Belmont: 929 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL, (312) 530-0323
- Arlington Heights: 2101 S Arlington Heights Rd #116, Arlington Heights, IL (847) 666-5339
- Evanston: 501 Davis St, Evanston, IL, (312) 546-4193
- Mokena - see webpage
Provides therapy and medication evaluation/management to school-aged children, adolescents and adults with ASD and other mental health needs. Online scheduling here.
Community Counseling Centers of Chicago (C4)
773-769-0205
Chicago (North Side, West Side)
Contact form & Locations here
Provides: Outpatient therapy, Community Based Services, Case Management, Crisis Services, Group Therapy, Intensive Outpatient, Assertive Community Treatment (ACT). Accepts some Medicaid plans.
Center of Relational Empowerment (CORE)
312.470.4302 (Chicago)
224.714.2412 (Evanston)
info@core-chicago.com
Specialize in gender/sexual identity exploration, LGBTQ+ affirming therapy, as well as depression, anxiety, eating, relationships and divorce, alcohol/drug addictions, trauma, ADD/ADHD, immigration and acculturation issues, personality disorders, learning disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, behavior disorders, mood disorders, academic/career transitions, family of origin concerns, identity development, non-monogamous relationships. Work with children, adolescents, adults, and families.
Creekwood Associates
Angella MacDonald, LMFT; Cindy Baleskie, LCPC; Diamond, PsyD; Jenn Lang, PsyD; Mike Copertino, LCPC
St. Charles
630.377.1414
contact@creekwoodassociates.com
Listed clinicians specialize in working with Trans and GNC folks as well as their families and/or partners for individuals 4 and up. Additional Specialties include bereavement, grief/loss, perfectionism, body image, miscarriage/fertility/pregnancy challenges, parenting, suicidal ideation, self-harm, addiction, high-risk behaviors, trauma, giftedness, social skill issues, learning disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, neurodiversity concerns, domestic violence, PTSD, eating disorders, substance use, mood instability, school refusal, social anxiety, self-esteem, peer relationships, life transitions, family conflict, relational issues.
info@fgcinc.org
844-834-2227
Chicago (Near North Side), Harvey, Des Plaines, Joliet, Aurora, Springfield – Locations here
Provides: Outpatient therapy, Case Management, HIV Screening. Accepts some Medicaid plans.
Fox Valley Institute
Andrew Ansell, LCPC; Katherine Helm, PhD; Karen Rosian, PsyD; Katherine Stevens, LCPC
Naperville
630.718.0717
clientcare@fvinstitute.com
The listed clinicians specialize in working with Trans and GNC folks (more information) for children and adults. Additional Specialties: Addiction, abuse, adoption, anxiety, OCD, blended families, depression, divorce, family conflict, grief/loss, infertility, mood disorders, parenting skills, self-esteem, social skills, substance use, adjustment disorder, anger management, body image concerns, career/goal setting, chronic pain/illness, infidelity, intimacy issues, life transitions, marital/relationship concerns, panic disorder, parenting, phobias, PTSD, postpartum issues, premarital issues, stress management, sexual dysfunction, trauma, work issues, dual diagnosis, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, abuse, behavioral issues, ODD (oppositional defiant disorder), school problems, self-harm.
Habilitative Systems, Inc.
HSI 24 hour Crisis Line: 773-745-2620
Chicago (Englewood, North Lawndale, Austin) – Locations here
Provides: Outpatient therapy, Crisis Services, Residential Treatment, Case Management, HIV Screening, Housing, Community Based Services, Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) and Community Support Teams (CST). Accepts some Medicaid plans.
Howard Brown
773.388.1600
Locations on North, West and South Side of Chicago: View here
Provides sexual and reproductive health services, including HIV/STI screening, Primary care services, including gender-affirming hormone therapy, PrEP, pregnancy tests, birth control options, vaccines, psychiatry, and basic needs , One-on-one assistance signing up for health insurance, GED program, high school and college tutoring, or college application and scholarship assistance and mental wellness support. Individual and group therapy and psychiatry services available.
Group therapy information here; Please note that clients new to Howard Brown Health will need to complete the process to form a profile in our MyChart patient portal in order to complete pre-group screening and assessment process. Information about registration will be sent to you by email. Interest form here.
Human Resource Development Institute, Inc.
773-291-2500
info@hrdi.org
Chicago (Roseland, Englewood, Auburn-Gresham, Ashburn, Pilsen, South Shore, Washington Park, Jeffery Manor, North Lawndale) – Locations here
Provides: Psychiatry, Outpatient therapy, Crisis Services, Case Management, HIV Screening, Housing, Community Based Services, Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) and Community Support Teams (CST). Accepts some Medicaid plans.
IntraSpectrum Counseling
Chicago
Andersonville
312-379-9476
intake@intraspectrum-chicago.com
IntraSpectum counseling is a group of mental health professionals who specialize in working with Trans and GNC folks (more information) of all ages. Additional Specialties: Mood disorders, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, substance use, life transitions, relationship issues, cultural issues, disability, immigration/assimilation/acculturation concerns, parent deportation threats, anger management, sexual identity, child abuse, identity development, PTSD, domestic violence, grief/loss, body image concerns, family or origin issues, HIV/AIDS, chronic pain/illness, developmental disabilities, mental illness, eating disorders/disordered eating, intimacy, trauma, sexual assault, polyamory/nonmonogamy, coming out process, coping skills, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, body acceptance, stress management.
LifeStance Health: Edgewood Clinical Services
Stephanie Polan, LCSW
Barrington: 111 Lions Dr, Suite 210
Naperville: 1288 Rickert Drive, Suite 120
(630) 428-7890
Provides individual therapy, behavior management therapy, and group therapy services with all aged individual with a neurodivergent diagnosis. Additionally, works with parents for support and training/coaching. See accepted insurances here
The List: Mental Health
The Health Resources list is meant to provide all of the resources needed to holistically heal and/or maintain the health and well-being of Trans and nonbinary individuals. This includes both Trans and Trans-affirming mental health and physical health clinicians and clinics. Additionally, you can find resources and educators on sexual health and wellbeing that are specific to Trans+ people, as such resources are often all too scarce in youth sex education programs. Providers listed include: Psychotherapy & Psychiatry (medication evaluation and management).
John Guilfoile, Rainn Villalpando
773.880.1310
info@liveoakchicago.com
Lakeview: 1300 W. Belmont, Suite 300
Hyde Park: 1525 E. 53rd, Suite 824
Downtown: 30 N. Michigan, Suite 508
Roger's Park: (Coming Soon)
Provides individual therapy to the LGBTQ+ population and their families with experience in working with neurodiverse individuals (Autism, ADHD, Learning Disabilities).
Lodestone
Jordan Cart, Psy.D. (they/them)
jordancart@lodestonecenter.com
Non-binary clinical psychologist who provides trauma-informed and gender-affirming therapy and psychological testing services. Therapeutic specialties include neurodiversity (ADHD, autism, learning disabilities), trauma, grief, identity exploration, life transitions, dissociative disorders, anxiety, depression, and OCD. In regard to psychological testing, they provide ADHD, autism, learning disability, personality, and memory/dementia evaluations.
Lotus Behavioral Wellness
Stephanie Polan, LCSW
100 Illinois Street Suite 200 St. Charles, IL 60174
(779) 777-5361
meganorr@lotusbehavioralwellness.com
Provides individual therapy (in-person or telehealth) with all aged individual with a neurodivergent diagnosis. Additionally, works with parents for support and training/coaching. See accepted insurances here
Mary Donner, LSW
Chicago, IL 60613
Provides individual therapy for adults needing support with LGBTQ+ issues, Gender identity, ADHD, Autism, Neurodivergence and/or trauma needs. Primarily utilizes DBT, ACT and/or EMDR modalities in treatment.
Metropolitan Family Services Midway
3843 W 63rd St, Chicago, IL 60629
(773) 884-3310
Locations throughout Chicago and Suburbs area - Chicago (Southeast Chicago-South Chicago, Calumet Heights, East Side, Hegewisch and South Deering), Blue Island, Calumet, Lemont, Oak Forest, Orland, Palos & Worth Townships, Palos Hills, DuPage County
Provides: Case Management, Outpatient therapy, Group Therapy, Crisis, Community Based Services, Medication Management. Accepts some Medicaid plans.
Practical Magic Healing
intake@practicalmagichealing.org
773-234-3212
4711 N. Broadway Suite #102, Chicago IL 60640
Queer and TGNC owned and operated group practice and are proud to have agender, non-binary, and transfemme English and Spanish-speaking providers. Many of our providers are also neurodivergent. Primarily a telehealth provider but some clinicians offer in person services at Uptown office. Specialties include gender and sexuality affirming care, alternative relationship structures, religious trauma, disability/chronic illness, neuroqueer adults (ADHD, autism, AuDHD), trauma, harm reduction. Some Medicaid plan accepted; sliding scale available.
Pillars Community Health
708-PILLARS (708-745-5277)
Variety of locations West and Southwest Cook County
Provides: Outpatient therapy, Community Based Services, Case Management, Crisis Services, Group Therapy, Intensive Outpatient, Risk Education. Accepts some Medicaid plans.
773.257.5300
Online appointment request form
West, and Southwest Chicago – View all locations
Provides individual therapy (in-person or telehealth) with all aged individual with a neurodivergent diagnosis. Additionally, works with parents for support and training/coaching. See accepted insurances here
Transformative Growth
(630)-423-6010
begin@forrealtherapy.com
Transformative Growth is a LGBTQIA private practice who has trans therapists and therapists who see trans clients. Sliding scale available.
- Loop: 333 N Michigan Ave #1400, Chicago, IL, (312) 815-9660
- River North: 1 E Superior St #306, Chicago, IL (312) 754-9404
- Lakeview – Broadway: 3665 N Broadway, Chicago, IL (773) 496-4433
- Lakeview - Belmont: 929 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL, (312) 530-0323
- Arlington Heights: 2101 S Arlington Heights Rd #116, Arlington Heights, IL (847) 666-5339
- Evanston: 501 Davis St, Evanston, IL, (312) 546-4193
- Mokena - see webpage
Provides therapy and medication evaluation/management to school-aged children, adolescents and adults with ASD and other mental health needs. Online scheduling here.
Howard Brown
773.388.1600
Locations on North, West and South Side of Chicago: View here
Provides sexual and reproductive health services, including HIV/STI screening, Primary care services, including gender-affirming hormone therapy, PrEP, pregnancy tests, birth control options, vaccines, psychiatry, and basic needs , One-on-one assistance signing up for health insurance, GED program, high school and college tutoring, or college application and scholarship assistance and mental wellness support. Individual and group therapy and psychiatry services available.
The List: Mental Health
The Health Resources list is meant to provide all of the resources needed to holistically heal and/or maintain the health and well-being of Trans and nonbinary individuals. This includes both Trans and Trans-affirming mental health and physical health clinicians and clinics. Additionally, you can find resources and educators on sexual health and wellbeing that are specific to Trans+ people, as such resources are often all too scarce in youth sex education programs. Providers listed include: Psychotherapy & Psychiatry (medication evaluation and management).
LGBTQ Mental Health Clinic at RUSH
1645 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL 60612
LGBTQmentalhealth@rush.edu
(312) 563-0571
Provides medication evaluation and management. Accepts many commercial and Medicaid plans.
Asperger/Autism Network (AANE)
Network for LGBTQIA+ supports, resources, groups and parent groups.
Howard Brown
773.388.1600
Locations on North, West and South Side of Chicago: View here
Provides sexual and reproductive health services, including HIV/STI screening, Primary care services, including gender-affirming hormone therapy, PrEP, pregnancy tests, birth control options, vaccines, psychiatry, and basic needs , One-on-one assistance signing up for health insurance, GED program, high school and college tutoring, or college application and scholarship assistance and mental wellness support. Individual and group therapy and psychiatry services available.
The List Chicago - General support resources
Comprehensive webpage with lists of various support needs, including: camps & retreats, centers & organizations, drop-in centers, faith & spirituality, goods & services, housing, military, name change and travel.
The List Chicago - Therapy & Support Groups
At times, it can be essential simply to know that others are going through something similar to you. The “Community” section is dedicated to supportive groups and networks where you can find others who may be dealing with the same or similar realities. This page displays clinical and support groups.