Eskenazi Transgender Health and Wellness Program
317-880-6042
The Eskenazi Health Transgender Health & Wellness Program, located on the fifth floor of the Sandra Eskenazi Outpatient Care Center, provides primary care and specialty services for older adolescent and adult transgender patients of all gender identities. The first of its kind in Indiana, the program connects primary care and continuous support with surgical options provided through University Gender Affirmation Surgery. Established in March 2016, the program includes many skilled team members trained in the WPATH standards of care. From primary care physicians and a surgeon, to nurses and caring support staff, all are dedicated to serving the transgender community with excellence.
GenderNexus
(317) 650-5988
GenderNexus is bringing gender diverse people together across central Indiana to foster a community that is healthy, informed, and empowered by increasing access to care in all seven dimensions of wellness. By providing a safe space for community engagement, GenderNexus can help the community navigate and eradicate social and systemic barriers. We honor the individual journey and expression of each person in the gender galaxy and tailor our services to meet those needs.
Gender Expansive Kids and Company
We exist to help you, parents and family of those with atypical gender journeys. The Indiana Youth Group (IYG) serves LGBTQ youth ages 12-20. In the last few years, more parents have been requesting services for transgender children ages 12 and under. This group was born of that demand. Co-founded by two parents of transgender children, GEKCO brings families of gender expansive children together. To keep our families safe, we vet prospective members and accept referrals from IYG, PFLAG, therapists, counselors and other trusted sources, including other group members. Please message us through Facebook if you would like more information.
Hamilton Center - Plainfield
900 Southfield Drive, Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 837-9719
Hamilton Center, Inc. is a regional behavioral health system serving central and west central Indiana. The organization is “building hope and changing lives” through a broad array of behavioral health services for adults, children, adolescents, and families. Services are individualized, trauma informed, and evidence-based. Needs and strengths are assessed and utilized to develop a person-centered treatment plan. Staff members are LGBTQ+ informed.
Hendricks County Trans-Family Alliance & Support Group
Hendricks County Trans-Family Alliance & Support Group supports transgender kids, adults, family members, and close friends. We are based in a private and secret Facebook group. Our public face is the Facebook page Hendricks County Trans-Family Alliance. You can get in touch with and join the support group either by going tou our public Facebook page and using the "send message" button, or by emailing Annie Johnson at [email protected]. One can participate in either the support group or the alliance, or both.
Indianapolis PFLAG
317-759-3397
PFLAG is a nonprofit organization that aims to provide Support, Education and Advocacy to families, friends, allies, and LGBT people. Founded in 1972 with the simple act of a mother publicly supporting her gay son, PFLAG is the nation's largest family and ally organization. Uniting people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) with families, friends, and allies, PFLAG is committed to advancing equality and full societal affirmation of LGBTQ people through its threefold mission of Support, Education, and Advocacy.
Indy Pride
3733 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46208
317-541-8726 x116
Indy Pride, Inc. produces events which educate, honor our history, and celebrate the diversity of the Indianapolis Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer community. We exist to unite and serve our members and the LGBTQ+ community of Central Indiana through leadership development, educational programs, and community events which achieve inclusivity, equality, strong community connections, and awareness of LGBTQ+ issues. Best known for the annual Indy Pride Festival, Indy Pride, Inc. also does philanthropic work throughout the year to support many other LGBTQ+ support organizations throughout Central Indiana. In addition to the Indy Pride Festival and events during Pride Month (June), we host a Community Thanksgiving Dinner, award scholarships, facilitate educational events, collaborate with LGBTQ+ organizations, and work in partnership with Circle City Pride Softball, LGBT Film Fest, and Pride Volleyball.
Indiana Transgender Network
The Indiana Transgender Network aggregates resources available to transgender and gender diverse people living in Indiana. Our goal is to make it easier for people making a gender transition or trying to understand the subject of gender identity to find counselors, medical resources, legal information, support groups, advocacy organizations and other help on their journey.
Indiana Youth Group
3733 N. Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208
317-541-8726
IYG creates safe spaces, provides wellness programming, and educates LGBTQ youth and the community. Avon High School and Brownsburg Community High School each have student group alliances that are supported by IYG.
O’Mara, Michele (PhD, LCSW, specializing in LGBTQ+ relationships)
Address: 2680 E. Main St., Suite 121, Plainfield, IN. 46168
Phone: 317-517-0065
Fax: 866-540-9013
Bilingual: No
Sliding fee: No
Insurance: None
Age groups served: Adults
Program types: Outpatient
Counseling services: Individual, couples, imago therapy, relationship issues, chronic illness, sex therapy, gender confliction, divorce, parenting, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions,
Office hours: Not available
OutCare Health - "OutList"
OutCare Health is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization with the purpose of providing extensive information and education on lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) healthcare. OutCare recognizes the unique health needs of LGBTQ individuals and connects them with the most appropriate healthcare providers, resources, and events. Likewise, OutCare strives to better educate medical students, supplement healthcare providers, and energize communities to deliver high-quality, culturally competent, unbiased healthcare. Supported by the Indiana University School of Medicine and the Office of Diversity Affairs, OutCare is a collaborative effort of Indiana University and Marian University medical students as well as community members. The OutList recognizes healthcare providers who identify based on 5 criteria as culturally competent in the provision of care, treatment, and services of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) population. The OutList is open to all healthcare providers of any distinction or specialty. Search for a provider at the link or join the OutList today!
Queering Hendricks County - Facebook Group
A place for LGBTQ people in the Hendricks County area to network, find safe spaces to patronize, and initiate discussion.
Riley Children's Hospital - Gender Health Program
317-274-8812
Gender dysphoria is a condition in which someone’s experienced gender does not match the gender other people assign to him or her. Without proper care and support, adolescents with gender dysphoria are at increased risk of depression, suicide, sexually transmitted diseases and physical, emotional and sexual abuse. The Gender Health Program at Riley at IU Health strives to prevent these problems and promotes the well-being of your child. The Gender Health Program offers comprehensive support to children, teens and young adults who have experienced gender dysphoria for longer than six months and who may or may not desire to become a different gender. We are the only gender health program in Indiana serving patients under age 21.
Strides to Success
1350 Terry Drive, Plainfield, IN 46168
317-838-7002
[email protected]
Age groups served: adults, families and children 5 and over
Program types: Equine Assisted therapy and learning
Strides specializes in equine assisted learning and therapy. Clients that are not comfortable with traditional talk therapy might find that the welcoming environment of the farm and the addition of specially trained horses provide a more productive and calming atmosphere to uncover answers. We believe that everyone has their own solutions within. The horses and the highly trained professionals serve as guides to help you find new patterns of behaviors and help clients to find their own personal strengths and gifts. Strides also offers traditional talk therapy through a collaboration with four therapist that specialize in pre and post adoption, TBRI, trauma, abuse, grief and loss depression, ADHD, anxiety, military/veterans. Strides specializes in equine assisted care.
Trans Indy
Life Journey Church, 2950 E 55th Place, Indianapolis, IN 46220
TransIndy is a peer-led social/support group for transgender and gender diverse people in central Indiana. We meet on the fourth Saturday of every month at 3:00 P.M. at Life Journey Church. Typical attendance at a meeting ranges from 15 to 25 people with equal representation of transgender people and SOFFAs (significant others, friends, family, and allies). We also have active and supportive Email Lists and an active Facebook Group. We provide support to our members and our community through open monthly meetings, information booths at pride festivals, resource sharing, and general mentorship.
Trans Lifeline
Trans Lifeline is a national trans-led 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to improving the quality of trans lives by responding to the critical needs of our community with direct service, material support, advocacy, and education. Our vision is to fight the epidemic of trans suicide and improve overall life-outcomes of trans people by facilitating justice-oriented, collective community aid.
Need to talk? Call 877-565-8860! Our peer support hotline is run by and for trans people. We’re available 7am-1am PST / 9am-3am CST / 10am-4am EST. Volunteers may be available during off hours.
Transgender Resource, Education & Enrichment Services ( TREES, Inc)
Trees, Inc. was started in January 2015 and driven by the need to do our part to stem the rash of transgender suicides and murders. Our purpose is explained in our vision and mission below. By improving transgender educational resources in under served communities we strive to enrich the lives within each community and reduce the risks inherent with identifying as transgender and, as a result, save lives. We see a need to get quality transgender resources to rural communities in every state thus we strive to bring these resources and educational tools to small town America to enrich the lives of transgender people, their supporters and all communities.
The Trevor Project
The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning youth.
NEED HELP? Call the TrevorLifeline. We are always here. 1-866-488-7386
Do you have an update, suggested edit, suggested deletion, or suggested addition for the resource guide? Email [email protected] OR call 317-745-9618.
317-880-6042
The Eskenazi Health Transgender Health & Wellness Program, located on the fifth floor of the Sandra Eskenazi Outpatient Care Center, provides primary care and specialty services for older adolescent and adult transgender patients of all gender identities. The first of its kind in Indiana, the program connects primary care and continuous support with surgical options provided through University Gender Affirmation Surgery. Established in March 2016, the program includes many skilled team members trained in the WPATH standards of care. From primary care physicians and a surgeon, to nurses and caring support staff, all are dedicated to serving the transgender community with excellence.
GenderNexus
(317) 650-5988
GenderNexus is bringing gender diverse people together across central Indiana to foster a community that is healthy, informed, and empowered by increasing access to care in all seven dimensions of wellness. By providing a safe space for community engagement, GenderNexus can help the community navigate and eradicate social and systemic barriers. We honor the individual journey and expression of each person in the gender galaxy and tailor our services to meet those needs.
Gender Expansive Kids and Company
We exist to help you, parents and family of those with atypical gender journeys. The Indiana Youth Group (IYG) serves LGBTQ youth ages 12-20. In the last few years, more parents have been requesting services for transgender children ages 12 and under. This group was born of that demand. Co-founded by two parents of transgender children, GEKCO brings families of gender expansive children together. To keep our families safe, we vet prospective members and accept referrals from IYG, PFLAG, therapists, counselors and other trusted sources, including other group members. Please message us through Facebook if you would like more information.
Hamilton Center - Plainfield
900 Southfield Drive, Plainfield, IN 46168
(317) 837-9719
Hamilton Center, Inc. is a regional behavioral health system serving central and west central Indiana. The organization is “building hope and changing lives” through a broad array of behavioral health services for adults, children, adolescents, and families. Services are individualized, trauma informed, and evidence-based. Needs and strengths are assessed and utilized to develop a person-centered treatment plan. Staff members are LGBTQ+ informed.
Hendricks County Trans-Family Alliance & Support Group
Hendricks County Trans-Family Alliance & Support Group supports transgender kids, adults, family members, and close friends. We are based in a private and secret Facebook group. Our public face is the Facebook page Hendricks County Trans-Family Alliance. You can get in touch with and join the support group either by going tou our public Facebook page and using the "send message" button, or by emailing Annie Johnson at [email protected]. One can participate in either the support group or the alliance, or both.
Indianapolis PFLAG
317-759-3397
PFLAG is a nonprofit organization that aims to provide Support, Education and Advocacy to families, friends, allies, and LGBT people. Founded in 1972 with the simple act of a mother publicly supporting her gay son, PFLAG is the nation's largest family and ally organization. Uniting people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) with families, friends, and allies, PFLAG is committed to advancing equality and full societal affirmation of LGBTQ people through its threefold mission of Support, Education, and Advocacy.
Indy Pride
3733 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46208
317-541-8726 x116
Indy Pride, Inc. produces events which educate, honor our history, and celebrate the diversity of the Indianapolis Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer community. We exist to unite and serve our members and the LGBTQ+ community of Central Indiana through leadership development, educational programs, and community events which achieve inclusivity, equality, strong community connections, and awareness of LGBTQ+ issues. Best known for the annual Indy Pride Festival, Indy Pride, Inc. also does philanthropic work throughout the year to support many other LGBTQ+ support organizations throughout Central Indiana. In addition to the Indy Pride Festival and events during Pride Month (June), we host a Community Thanksgiving Dinner, award scholarships, facilitate educational events, collaborate with LGBTQ+ organizations, and work in partnership with Circle City Pride Softball, LGBT Film Fest, and Pride Volleyball.
Indiana Transgender Network
The Indiana Transgender Network aggregates resources available to transgender and gender diverse people living in Indiana. Our goal is to make it easier for people making a gender transition or trying to understand the subject of gender identity to find counselors, medical resources, legal information, support groups, advocacy organizations and other help on their journey.
Indiana Youth Group
3733 N. Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208
317-541-8726
IYG creates safe spaces, provides wellness programming, and educates LGBTQ youth and the community. Avon High School and Brownsburg Community High School each have student group alliances that are supported by IYG.
- IYG Parents of Progress: program offers parents and caregivers of LGBTQ youth a safe space to become educated about and feel supported in topics that are important to developing and sustaining a happy and healthy relationship with their youth.
O’Mara, Michele (PhD, LCSW, specializing in LGBTQ+ relationships)
Address: 2680 E. Main St., Suite 121, Plainfield, IN. 46168
Phone: 317-517-0065
Fax: 866-540-9013
Bilingual: No
Sliding fee: No
Insurance: None
Age groups served: Adults
Program types: Outpatient
Counseling services: Individual, couples, imago therapy, relationship issues, chronic illness, sex therapy, gender confliction, divorce, parenting, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions,
Office hours: Not available
OutCare Health - "OutList"
OutCare Health is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization with the purpose of providing extensive information and education on lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) healthcare. OutCare recognizes the unique health needs of LGBTQ individuals and connects them with the most appropriate healthcare providers, resources, and events. Likewise, OutCare strives to better educate medical students, supplement healthcare providers, and energize communities to deliver high-quality, culturally competent, unbiased healthcare. Supported by the Indiana University School of Medicine and the Office of Diversity Affairs, OutCare is a collaborative effort of Indiana University and Marian University medical students as well as community members. The OutList recognizes healthcare providers who identify based on 5 criteria as culturally competent in the provision of care, treatment, and services of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) population. The OutList is open to all healthcare providers of any distinction or specialty. Search for a provider at the link or join the OutList today!
Queering Hendricks County - Facebook Group
A place for LGBTQ people in the Hendricks County area to network, find safe spaces to patronize, and initiate discussion.
Riley Children's Hospital - Gender Health Program
317-274-8812
Gender dysphoria is a condition in which someone’s experienced gender does not match the gender other people assign to him or her. Without proper care and support, adolescents with gender dysphoria are at increased risk of depression, suicide, sexually transmitted diseases and physical, emotional and sexual abuse. The Gender Health Program at Riley at IU Health strives to prevent these problems and promotes the well-being of your child. The Gender Health Program offers comprehensive support to children, teens and young adults who have experienced gender dysphoria for longer than six months and who may or may not desire to become a different gender. We are the only gender health program in Indiana serving patients under age 21.
Strides to Success
1350 Terry Drive, Plainfield, IN 46168
317-838-7002
[email protected]
Age groups served: adults, families and children 5 and over
Program types: Equine Assisted therapy and learning
Strides specializes in equine assisted learning and therapy. Clients that are not comfortable with traditional talk therapy might find that the welcoming environment of the farm and the addition of specially trained horses provide a more productive and calming atmosphere to uncover answers. We believe that everyone has their own solutions within. The horses and the highly trained professionals serve as guides to help you find new patterns of behaviors and help clients to find their own personal strengths and gifts. Strides also offers traditional talk therapy through a collaboration with four therapist that specialize in pre and post adoption, TBRI, trauma, abuse, grief and loss depression, ADHD, anxiety, military/veterans. Strides specializes in equine assisted care.
Trans Indy
Life Journey Church, 2950 E 55th Place, Indianapolis, IN 46220
TransIndy is a peer-led social/support group for transgender and gender diverse people in central Indiana. We meet on the fourth Saturday of every month at 3:00 P.M. at Life Journey Church. Typical attendance at a meeting ranges from 15 to 25 people with equal representation of transgender people and SOFFAs (significant others, friends, family, and allies). We also have active and supportive Email Lists and an active Facebook Group. We provide support to our members and our community through open monthly meetings, information booths at pride festivals, resource sharing, and general mentorship.
Trans Lifeline
Trans Lifeline is a national trans-led 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to improving the quality of trans lives by responding to the critical needs of our community with direct service, material support, advocacy, and education. Our vision is to fight the epidemic of trans suicide and improve overall life-outcomes of trans people by facilitating justice-oriented, collective community aid.
Need to talk? Call 877-565-8860! Our peer support hotline is run by and for trans people. We’re available 7am-1am PST / 9am-3am CST / 10am-4am EST. Volunteers may be available during off hours.
Transgender Resource, Education & Enrichment Services ( TREES, Inc)
Trees, Inc. was started in January 2015 and driven by the need to do our part to stem the rash of transgender suicides and murders. Our purpose is explained in our vision and mission below. By improving transgender educational resources in under served communities we strive to enrich the lives within each community and reduce the risks inherent with identifying as transgender and, as a result, save lives. We see a need to get quality transgender resources to rural communities in every state thus we strive to bring these resources and educational tools to small town America to enrich the lives of transgender people, their supporters and all communities.
The Trevor Project
The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning youth.
NEED HELP? Call the TrevorLifeline. We are always here. 1-866-488-7386
Do you have an update, suggested edit, suggested deletion, or suggested addition for the resource guide? Email [email protected] OR call 317-745-9618.
