Out of an abundance of caution, we suspending the Trans-Affirmations Group and the Transgender & Non-Binary Youth Groups, until further notice
Trans-Affirmations is a transgender support group that an inclusive peer-support, discussion, and social group for those who question the gender binary and their placement in the spectrum. We meet on the second Tuesday of each month from 7:30PM - 9:30PM.
The meetings are open and welcoming to anyone who identifies within the Trans spectrum, regardless of what peoples’ thoughts are on transition. The group is a good area to explore the many facets of being transgender in our society.
The group is jointly facilitated by Jennifer Fazio, LMSW, however the group’s goal is for the participants developing a sense of group ownership. Participants are encouraged to give input, lead discussions, and provide discussion topics. It is our hope that participants will feel that it is their group, so they can make it what they want.
Some of the past discussion topics have include:
Body image
Transition/post-transition
Living outside of the gender binary
Medical and emotional health
Gender presentation/”blending”
Coming out
There is no cost for this group, but donations are encouraged, to help supplement program expenses. A $5 donation is suggested, but no one is turned away.
Our group is open to anyone who identifies on the transgender spectrum and to friends, family members, partners, and allies. We meet at 7:30PM on the second Tuesday of each month at The Freedman Center. Contact Jennifer Fazio, LMSW at jfazio@FreedmanCenter.com for more information about this vibrant group.
The Freedman Goup of Clinical Social Worker, PLLC2233 Nesconset Highway, Suite 104Lake Grove, NY 11755631-737-5559
Trans Youth and Non-Binary Youth Support Group
The Freedman Group & TRCLI Joint Project
2233 Nesconset Highway, Suite 104, Lake Grove New York 11755
Meetings: the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month – 6PM – 7:30PM
The fortmat for now will be on Zoom. Please send me your email if you wish to join us.
This is a free support group, for transgender, gender nonconforming, and non-binary teens and young adults, ages 12 - 18. It is a support group led by Donna B. Riley, Ph.D., LCSW-R and gives TGNC kids an opportunity to meet others like them and develop connections. This is an exciting joint effort by TRCLI and The Freedman Group. The group format will be open and affirming. We will have a suggestion bowl that you could put a topic in the bowl for discussion anonymously.
While there is no charge for attending, any donations for expenses and time are gratefully accepted, to support TRCLI. There will be a donation jar available for donations in the group space. You are welcome to come in any gender presentation you like, queer, androgynous, whatever.
Sharing: This is a friendly group, so new-comers will be encouraged to introduce themselves and interact. First name only, legal, chosen, or alias, it makes no difference. However, you are never under any obligation to speak or share about yourself. If you wish to just observe quietly, that is fine too. We respect each other's boundaries.
Transgender and Gender Nonconforming (TGNC) under 30. .
This therapeutic group is to support is specifically designed for younger TGNC individuals. The meetings are open and welcoming and a safe space to discuss and gain support. For those who are exploring your gender early in your life. We recogize the increasing visibility of the transgender gender nonconfoming identity (TGNC) has facilitated individuals exploring their identity much earlier than in previous generations. The group is designed to support and share emotions and successes in your relationships and lives.
This group is facilitated by Kevin Licke, PhD, LCSW-R. He is an experienced clinician who has been working with the Trans* community. There is a modest $20 fee for each meeting. This group on Saturdayof each month from 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM. For further information please contact Kevin at klycke@FreedmanCenter.com.
