Health of LGBTQIA+ Individuals: Health Professionals Advocating for LGBTQIA+ People

Promotes transgender health and well-being through research projects and healthcare provider education.

Promotes optimal healthcare for transgender people by conducting research, advocating for supportive policies, and developing standards of care.

US affiliate of the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH)

Works to advance the interests of the LGBTQ public health workforce, the health needs of LGBTQ people, and equal rights for all people.

Advocates for the rights of LGBTQ patients and LGBTQ healthcare professionals. Offers cultural competence webinars and a directory of LGBTQ-welcoming providers. Includes a section for adding one's information to the directory of LGBTQ-welcoming providers.

Pushes for policies that support the health and well-being of LGBTQ people and sponsors trainings for healthcare providers.

Works to improve mental health care for queer and trans communities of color while promoting the broader goal of social justice. Offers professional development resources and a therapist directory.

Offers certification for sex therapists and educators. Maintains a list of professional organizations focusing on sexuality.

Provides educational resources (e.g., reading recommendations, curriculum guidelines), a psychiatrist referral service, and treatment guidelines. Advocates for the mental health needs of LGBTQ patients.

A division of the American Counseling Association, SAIGE seeks to make counseling spaces more equitable and inclusive for sexual and gender minority patients.

Advocates for policies and psychological practices that will improve the health and well-being of sexual and gender minorities.

Works to address the needs of LGTBQ patients whose lives have been impacted by addiction. Offers training and support for addiction professionals.