Groups at GMHC

Groups at GMHC

At GMHC, we offer safe, confidential spaces where individuals can connect, share experiences, and find community. Whether you’re seeking emotional support, practical resources, or simply want to connect with others who understand your journey, our trained facilitators are here to help.

See below for current offerings and how to join.

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Prevention & Community Health

MSM (Men Who Have Sex with Men)

ELIGIBILITY

  • HIV Status: neutral (positive & negative)

CONTACT

GROUPS

  • Club House
    A drop-in group for MSM, aged 18-29, who want to learn how to make smart decisions in their lives. It meets Tuesday & Wednesday 2–5pm and Thursday 2–6pm.

Older Adults

ELIGIBILITY

  • Age 50+

THRIVING AT 50 & BEYOND (Virtual)

Thriving at 50 & Beyond is a supportive community for adults over 50 living with HIV. Through monthly educational workshops and peer connection, members find a welcoming space to reduce social isolation, address depression, and overcome stigma together.

  • HIV Status: positive
  • Gender Identification: all
  • Contact:
    Lillibeth Gonzalez
    Lillibethg@gmhc.org212-367-1089
  • Time: 3rd Wednesday of each month, 4:30–6pm

BARBERSHOP

Barbershop is a space for men to engage in stimulating and thought-provoking conversations about the issues that matter most to their lives and well-being. This group creates an open, judgment-free environment where participants can share knowledge and personal experiences on topics including sexual health, aging with HIV, substance use, mental wellness, arts and culture, and other relevant themes.

  • HIV Status: positive
  • Gender Identification: male
  • Contact:
    Durell Knights
    DurellK@gmhc.org646-996-1555
  • Time: Tuesdays, 1:30–3pm, 4th floor, room 55

EMPOWERING WOMEN (In Person Group)

Empowering Women is a weekly in-person support group that provides a safe, confidential space for women living with HIV to connect, share experiences, and support one another.

  • HIV Status: positive
  • Gender Identification: female
  • Contact:
    Nelly Melendez
    NellyM@gmhc.org917-379-8285
  • Time: Tuesdays, 11am–12pm, 4th floor, room 55

WOMEN CHANGING LIVES (Virtual Group)

Women Changing Lives is a monthly virtual support group that provides a safe, confidential space for women living with HIV to connect, share experiences, and support one another.

  • HIV Status: positive
  • Gender Identification: female
  • Contact:
    Nelly Melendez
    NellyM@gmhc.org917-379-8285
  • Time: Last Tuesday of Every Month, 3–4pm

TGNCNB (Transgender Gender Nonconforming and Non-Binary)

ELIGIBILITY

  • HIV Status: neutral (positive & negative)

CONTACT

GROUPS

  • Transform
    Led by TGNCNB people who identify on the masculine spectrum, this group focuses on cultivating empowerment and a sense of community.
  • Evolution
    Led by TGNCNB people who identify on the feminine spectrum, this group focuses on cultivating empowerment and a sense of community.
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Mental Health and Substance Use (All Groups Virtual)

Mental Health Clinic

Making Connections

  • HIV Status: neutral (positive & negative)
  • Gender Identification: all
  • Other Eligibility Requirements: Article 31, Mental Health Services (MHV), or Supportive Counseling (SCG) clients
  • Time: Friday, 4pm
  • Contact:
    Lucas WomackLucasw@gmhc.org212-367-1284

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Mental Health Services (MHV) and Supportive Counseling (SCG)

Long Term Survivors

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SEEKING SAFETY

  • HIV Status: neutral (positive & negative)
  • Gender Identification: all
  • Time: Wednesday, 2pm
  • Contact:
    Scott Duquettescottd@gmhc.org212-367-1188

Group is not running at this time. If you’re interested in joining a future session, please contact Scott Duquette.

Sex, Intimacy & Love

  • HIV Status: Positive
  • Gender Identification: All
  • Time: Thursday, 4pm
  • Contact:
    Diana Nikkhahdianan@gmhc.org212-367-1232

A weekly, virtual support group for HIV+ GMHC clients of all genders who are interested in discussing all things dating, relationships, communication, sex, intimacy, and pleasure.

Substance Use Clinic (HRM)

Daily Meditation

  • Time: Monday, 1-2pm

Coping and Connecting with Life Challenges

  • Time: Tuesday, 4-5pm

Life Challenges

  • Time: Wednesday, 3-4pm

Coping and Connecting

  • Time: Thursday, 3-4pm

TGIF

  • Time: Friday, 3-4pm

Sobriety is Sexy

Getting Off: A Behavioral Treatment Intervention for Crystal Meth Users

  • Time: Friday, 3:30-4:30pm

This group is currently closed. Enrollment for next session opens soon.

Wellness Services

  • HIV Status: neutral
  • Gender Identification: All
  • Contact:
    Donna PineDonnap@gmhc.org212-367-1273

Reiki

  • Time: Tuesday, 11–11:45am, 12:15–1:00pm

Meditation

  • Time: Tuesday, 2–3:30pm