Whether you're wanting to connect with other LGBTQ folks, navigate social anxiety, form community, explore identity, or just get validation for your experience, our LGBTQ group therapy sessions in NYC offer a space to heal and grow, together.
Explore LGBTQ Group Therapy at Expansive
Group therapy is a form of psychotherapy where a small group of people, often between 5 and 10, meet weekly with one or two therapists to explore shared challenges and support each other's growth. We offer LGBTQ Group Therapy, which specifically seeks to provide affirming support, connection, validation, and healing to queer folks. Group sessions can focus on a range of topics, including LGBTQ issues (dating, sex, gender/sexuality exploration, minority stress, shame), anxiety, depression, trauma, identity, or interpersonal relationships. Some groups are skills-based, like DBT or CBT, some are support groups that offer community and resources, while others are process-oriented, meaning the group dynamic itself becomes a tool for healing.
Group therapy offers unique benefits for LGBTQ people: it provides a space to feel less alone, work through LGBTQ shame and minority stress, receive honest feedback, get authentic support and validation, and practice being in relationship with others in a safe and supported way. It’s especially powerful for those navigating isolation, identity exploration, or relational struggles.
Find Out About Upcoming LGBTQ Group Sessions
Our LGBTQ group therapy offerings in NYC are primarily online groups led by our LGBTQIA+ therapists. Groups often focus on topics like minority stress, queer sex / dating, gender / sexuality exploration, and queer shame, as well as more general topics like social anxiety, trauma recovery, and emotional regulation. Our LGBTQ groups center relational safety, vulnerability, and shared growth. Our therapists make sure to move at a slow and manageable pace so you have time to get comfortable enough to open up.
Typically, our LGBTQ therapy groups are for queer folks of all identities, but we also offer more specialized groups from time to time like queer women's therapy groups, TGNC therapy groups, and gay men's therapy groups. We usually start a new group as soon as we have enough people signed up (6-8), so we encourage you to reach out to our office and get on the wait list for the next group. We keep them intentionally small so everyone has room to speak, be witnessed, and feel connected. Whether you're new to therapy or deep into your healing journey, LGBTQ group work can offer healing validation, a powerful mirror, and a sense of belonging that lasts far beyond each session.
Meet the Team Behind the Work
Starting LGBTQ group therapy can feel like a difficult hump to get over, so we make the process as easy and stress free as possible. At Expansive, you’ll begin with a brief consultation with the group leader to make sure the group is a good fit for your goals, needs, and comfort level. Our admin team is available to answer any logistical questions you have. Once you join, you’ll meet weekly with the same small group of LGBTQ people, guided by one or two trained therapists. Some groups focus on skills like emotion regulation or boundary setting, while others offer open-ended space to process relationships, identity, or past experiences.
We encourage participation at your own pace, with trust and safety as the foundation. Over time, many people find that group therapy not only deepens self-awareness, but also helps them feel less alone in their struggles.
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What Makes a Great Therapist in Group Work?
Meet Our NYC Therapists
Our NYC-based online therapists are deeply experienced, identity-affirming, and passionate about supporting clients.
Each brings their own warmth, curiosity, and clinical expertise, so you can find the therapist who truly fits your needs.
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Please note: Group therapy leaders are constantly rotating. Please reach out to our office directly to inquire on current group leaders.
Why Clients Choose Expansive Therapy in NYC for Group Therapy
LGBTQ clients choose Expansive because they feel seen, respected, and supported from the very first session.
Our group therapy offerings are led by therapists who are deeply attuned to the emotional dynamics that arise in group settings, especially for LGBTQIA+ folks navigating trauma, identity, or isolation.
Whether it’s your first experience with therapy or you’re returning for deeper work, our LGBTQ clients describe the process as welcoming, transformative, and grounded in real connection.
"My experience with Expansive Therapy was truly amazing and transformative. My therapist was exceptional. This was my first experience with therapy, and she made me feel heard, comfortable, and helped me through some tough moments. I still carry her insight with me and would continue care with this group had I not moved states. Highly recommend this group to anyone seeking support!"
Saanga Alikhail, ★★★★★
We believe that accessing therapy—group or individual—should be straightforward and transparent. At Expansive Therapy, we accept most PPO and POS insurance plans with out-of-network benefits, and we handle the paperwork for you. Before your group begins, we’ll walk you through your benefits and out-of-pocket costs so there are no surprises. Our rates range from $50 to $100 per session, and insurance often covers a significant portion of the fee once you meet your deductible. Whether you're joining group therapy for the first time or returning for continued support, we’ll help you navigate the financial side with clarity and care.
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Our NYC group therapy sessions are held at our warm and welcoming Midtown Manhattan office, just a short walk from Penn Station and easily accessible from all boroughs. Commuting from the Upper East Side, Bushwick, or Jersey City? Our location makes showing up for yourself easier. We also offer online group therapy options for those who prefer or need the flexibility of virtual care.
Office Hours (Admin Support):
Monday–Friday, 9 am–6 pm
Therapist Availability:
Monday–Sunday, 8 am–10 pm
NYC Office Address:
352 7th Ave, Suite 1201
New York, NY 10001
Phone: (917) 426-1521
Email: info@expansivetherapy.com
Not based in New York? We’ve got you. Expansive Therapy offers online group therapy for individuals across Los Angeles. Whether you’re in LA, Oakland, or anywhere in between, you can join an affirming group space that supports your healing, growth, and connection, with therapists trained in identity-conscious care
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