Pacific Center for Human Growth

Multiservice counseling and support center for the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community.

Description:

A lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community center and mental health agency. Services include individual and couples counseling, peer support groups, educational outreach, HIV/AIDS services, information and referral, a youth program and family services, social events and volunteer opportunities. The community information center provides job and housing listings, library, local gay papers and bulletin boards of local activities. The peer support program hosts drop-in discussion, support and social groups. The HIV/AIDS program offers counseling, safer sex outreach, peer support groups for HIV+ and HIV- men, social activities and information/referrals for people with AIDS or anyone with HIV-related concerns. The counseling program provides individual and couples counseling. It also includes a training program for mental health interns. The educational outreach team discusses sensitivity around LGBT issues and is available to talk with school groups, community organizations or staff trainings.

Location

Public Transit:

AC Transit stops in front.

Service Options

Languages Spoken:

Interpreter

Accessibility Options:

Disabled Restroom
Ramp
Wheelchair

Services

Fees:

Vary according to income. No one turned away due to inability to pay. Cash, checks and Medi-Cal accpted.

Audience:

Sexual minorities, their families, friends or straight allies

Eligibility:

None

How to Apply:

Call 510-548-8283, ext. 250 or visit Web site.

Service Wait Estimate:

Varies according to service.

Service Areas:

Alameda County
Contra Costa County
Marin County
Nationwide
San Francisco County
San Mateo County
Santa Clara County