What we are doing

The LGBTQ+ Needs Assessment is an exploration on specific mental health and wellness needs of identified communities with the goal of transforming the structure and delivery of mental health, wellness, and support services. Using community-based participatory action research (CBPAR), we hope to create innovative mental health programs, develop an infrastructure of trained LGBTQ-affirming therapists in San Luis Obispo County, and address the issues most relevant to the LGBTQ+ community.


Trigger Warning: The following statistics include information regarding mental health distress, suicidality, power-based violence, and discrimination toward LGBTQ+ people.


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