About Us
Welcome to the Naples Pride Mental Health Collaborative
Offering mental health and educational services to the LGBTQ+ community in SWFL
About us
The Naples Pride Mental Health Collaborative is a dedicated group of individuals and organizations working alongside the Naples Pride Center to enhance mental health support for LGBTQ+ individuals in our community. We believe everyone deserves access to high-quality, culturally competent mental health services, regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identity.
Our mission is to:
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Improve access to care
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Increase awareness
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Reduce stigma
Our Goals:
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Raise awareness about LGBTQ+ mental health issues.
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Reduce stigma and discrimination against those seeking mental health services.
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Improve access to quality, affirming mental health care for LGBTQ+ individuals.
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Provide training and education for mental health professionals on LGBTQ+ topics.
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Develop culturally competent mental health services tailored to LGBTQ+ needs.
Our Services:
Individual Counseling
Our collaborative follows a streamlined process:
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Application: Interested individuals fill out a form detailing their financial situation, preferences for LGBTQIA+ competent providers, and goals for counseling.
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Referral: Our team prepares a referral to one of our collaborative providers and sends the information.
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Connection: The provider contacts the individual to begin services, supported by Naples Pride.
Educational Groups
Join our rotating educational group sessions, offered in 4-week intervals:
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Sign-Up: Register for a 4-week program on a specific topic, updated monthly.
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Participation: Attend weekly sessions, engage actively, and build valuable skills.
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Flexibility: Enroll in multiple groups throughout the year based on your interests.