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Services
Our team is dedicated to supporting and uplifting our vibrant LGBTQIA+ community. We understand that every individual’s journey is unique, and our wide range of services reflects that diversity.
From in-house services to workshops and resources, we’re here to help you thrive. No matter where you are on your path, we’re committed to providing a safe, affirming space where you can find the care and connection you deserve
Building Togetherness Starts With You.
In-House Services
Discover the heart of our support through our in-house services. Whether you’re seeking one-on-one therapy to navigate life’s challenges or drop-in services for immediate care and community connection, we’re here for you. Our therapy sessions provide a confidential, affirming space tailored to your unique needs, while our drop-in services offer a welcoming environment to access resources, meet peers, or simply feel seen and supported. Step into a space where your identity matters.
Our therapists are available if you:
are not feeling like yourself
want to talk about coming out
want to talk about transitioning
want to work on recovery
want to build stronger relationships
want to boost your confidence level
just want someone to talk to
Youth and young adults between the ages of 6-25 insured through Santa Clara County based Medi-Cal are eligible for counseling services.
Services are free and confidential. Translation services are available upon request.
Ways to submit a referral:
Contact the County of Santa Clara Behavioral Health Call Center at: 1-800-704-0900. You can request us directly.
Stop by in person and submita referral with the support of our mental health admin team.
Email youthspace@fcservices.org with your name and the best phone number to reach you, and our clinical leadership will follow up with you.
If you don’t have Santa Clara County based Medi-Cal, and have questions about local LGBTQIA+ friendly providers, please contact us!
Email: YouthSpace@FCServices.org
Phone: (408) 343-7940
If you or someone you know is experiencing a crisis, please call Santa Clara County’s 24 hour crisis line at 988, the Trevor Project at (866) 488-7386, or Trans Lifeline at (877) 565-8860.
The LGBTQ Youth Space is a Program of Caminar. We offer drop-in services and therapy for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, asexual/aromantic, and ally youth and young adults ages 13-25 who live in Santa Clara County. Our staff are dedicated to creating a safe and confidential space.
Some things to expect while visiting:
support groups
art workshops
leadership opportunities
free snacks
internet access
video games
safe sex supplies/condoms
connections to any resources you might need
Community Outreach
Our reach extends beyond our walls to support the vibrant LGBTQIA+ community throughout Santa Clara County. Through our Community Outreach programs, we bring vital resources, education, and advocacy to where they’re needed most. Whether it’s hosting workshops, partnering with schools, or engaging in local events, we’re here to empower individuals and build connections. Together, we create a stronger, more inclusive community where everyone can thrive.
Are you a parent or caregiver for LGBTQIA+ youth? Join our fantastic network of other Proud Parents. Proud Parents is a monthly online discussion group in which our staff can answer questions, provide information, and connect you with vital resources.
We're here to support both educators and students. We can train faculty and staff, consult with faculty and/or students about offering LGBTQIA+ groups and safe spaces on campus, share volunteer opportunities for service-learning, and more!
Our Safe Space group meets biweekly at the Morgan Hill and Gilroy Public Libraries. Check our calendar for dates, times, and location!
For more information about Safe Space, please contact our Outreach Coordinator, Diego González (They/Them), at DGonzalez@fcservices.org
Education
Education is at the heart of fostering understanding and inclusivity. Through our training sessions and dynamic panels, we provide tools and insights to help organizations, schools, and individuals better support the LGBTQIA+ community. Our customized trainings offer practical strategies for creating affirming spaces, while our engaging panels share lived experiences that inspire empathy and awareness. Together, we can build a more informed and compassionate community.
We offer S.O.G.I.E. (Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, and Expression) trainings for any organization. These trainings will discuss gender/sexuality awareness and best practices for allyship.
To request a S.O.G.I.E. training, reach out to our Outreach Coordinator, Diego González (they/them), at: dgonzalez@fcservices.org.
Click the button to find out about the other trainings offered through our LGBTQ Programs.
In addition to trainings, we also provide a panel of multi-generational LGBTQIA+ speakers from our Speakers Bureau to share their lived experiences. Our panels provide an excellent forum for dialogue and Q&A about identity(ies).
To join the Speakers Bureau or to host a panel, please reach out to our Speakers Bureau Coordinator, Justin Ortiz (he/him), at jortiz@fcservces.org.
Our Sibling Programs
For folks above the age of 18, we have our LGBTQ Wellness program. LGBTQ Wellness is a community outreach and support program that uplifts the mental health and holistic wellness of LGBTQIA+ adults in Santa Clara County.
They aim to reduce stigma, and activate allyship at both the individual and institutional levels. There offer a multitude of peer support groups, one-to-one peer support, as wells as advocacy and policy work.
H.E.A.R.T. (Healthy, Equitable, and Respectful Together) is an intimate partner violence (IPV) prevention program through healthy relationship workshops. They are the first of their kind in providing IPV prevention through an inclusive lens. This is for relationship configurations of all types, not just romantic ones. They are able to provide these workshops free of charge with a plethora of different topics, such as consent, how to give a genuine apology, and setting healthy boundaries.
To request a workshop, please connect with our H.E.A.R.T Program Coordinator, Justin Ortiz (he/him), at jortiz@fcservces.org.