Mental Health Resources

The Ithaca Region Therapist Group  (IRTG) strives to be a place for therapists and mental health professionals in Ithaca and the Finger Lakes Region to connect, network, and share resources.  The IRTG website provides a place for individuals and community organizations to locate private therapists and mental health professionals with current openings or waitlists.  In the directory, members of the IRTG offer a summary of the services provided.

The search function of their directory also includes the option to filter for specialzation with “LGBQTi+ (Sexuality)”.

Call 607.276.1771

A subsection of the Suicide Prevention and Crisis Service of Tompkins County, the Ithaca LGBTQ+ Peer Support Line is designed to be a safe space for those part of the LGBTQ+ community to reach out to peers. Callers to this line can engage in casual conversations, share experiences, or get support for crisis situations or thoughts of suicide Their trained Crisis Counselors understand the challenges LGBTQ+ people face and are available for support 24/7. They will listen without judgment.

When you call, your conversation is confidential, and you can share as much or as little as you’d like. All ages are welcome and encouraged to reach out for connection or support when experiencing a crisis, or just needing someone to talk with who understands.