Youth Counseling
Support Groups
Many of our youth come to SMYAL looking for a safe space to talk openly about the issues they face everyday due to their sexual orientation and gender identity, in addition to the issues facing all adolescents growing up in the DC metro region. Our support groups give them an opportunity to speak about what's on their mind and get support from their peers and from SMYAL staff members and volunteers.
Referrals
Youth can also self-refer to any of our programs. If you are interested in connecting a youth to SMYAL programs and support group, please contact:
Leandrea Gilliam
Care Advocacy Managerleandrea.gilliam@smyal.org
(202) 567-3166
Sara Mindel
Director of Clinical Servicessara.mindel@smyal.org
(202) 567-3153