LGBTQ+ Support Across the UK: National and Regional Resources
- Paul@DifferentKeys.Online
- Apr 23
- 4 min read
Updated: Aug 28
Finding the right support matters. Whether you’re looking for mental health services, peer groups, housing advice, help with coming out, or new social connections, the organisations listed here offer trusted, friendly support to LGBTQ+ individuals across the UK.
This guide with created in collaboration with Kathleen Helm - friend, colleague and co-host of our LGBTQ+ Adults and ADHD Support Group, a monthly online event run by ADHD UK.
We compiled this resource to raise awareness of the wide range of support available and to contribute to the ongoing efforts to improve LGBTQ+ wellbeing. Please feel free to share it with anyone who might benefit.
Last updated 26 August 2025.
National Helplines
LGBT Foundation National helpline, LGBTQ+Health, wellbeing, and community support in Manchester and beyond.
LGBT Switchboard National helpline and community support in the Brighton & Hove area.
Galop National helpline for LGBT+ victims and survivors of abuse and violence.
LGBT+ Helpline Scotland Support and information to the entire diversity of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community across Scotland.
National Organisations
Stonewall Advocates for LGBTQ+ rights and provides resources, campaigns, and support services across the UK.
Stonewall Housing Supports LGBTQ+ people of all ages who are homeless or living in unsafe environments.
akt (Albert Kennedy Trust) Supports LGBTQ+ young people aged 16-25 facing homelessness or hostile living conditions.
MindOut A mental health service run by and for LGBTQ+ people, offering online and local support.
FFLAG Supports parents and their LGBTQ+ children with information and helpline services.
LGBT HERO National health and wellbeing charity providing advice, peer support, and community resources.
Consortium A network of LGBTQ+ groups and organisations across the UK, supporting collaboration and resource sharing.
Trans-Specific Support
MindLine Trans+ Confidential helpline for trans, non-binary, and gender-diverse individuals.
Mermaids Supports trans and gender-diverse children, young people, and their families.
Gendered Intelligence Promotes understanding of gender diversity through education and youth work.
TransActual Trans-led organisation providing resources, advocacy, and education.
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Regional Support
North East England
• Rainbow Home – Supports LGBTQ+ people seeking asylum.
• MESMAC North East – Offers health advice, HIV testing, and sexual health support.
• Pride Action North – Offers a wide range of support and advocacy across the North of England.
North West England
• LGBT Foundation – Mental health, sexual health, and wellbeing support in Manchester and beyond.
• George House Trust – HIV support services in Greater Manchester.
• Body Positive – Counselling and mentoring in Cheshire.
• Out in the Bay – Support for substance use, mental health, and long-term sexual health conditions.
• Lancashire LGBT – Peer support, counselling, and training.
• The Proud Trust – Youth-focused services and LGBTQ+ education.
Yorkshire and the Humber
• York LGBT Forum – Advocacy and community events.
• Yorkshire MESMAC – Sexual health and wellbeing support.
East Midlands
• Nottinghamshire LGBT+ Network – Information, advice, and advocacy.
• Derbyshire LGBT+ – Counselling, support groups, training and advocacy..
West Midlands
• Birmingham LGBT – Sexual health, mental health, and social support.
East of England
• The Outhouse East – Support and social groups in Colchester and Essex.
• Norfolk LGBT+ Project – Counselling, support groups, and peer engagement.
London
• London Friend – Counselling and support groups.
• Galop – Help for LGBTQ+ people experiencing abuse, hate crime, or sexual violence.
South East England
• Terrence Higgins Trust – National sexual health charity offering local services across the South East.
• Brighton & Hove LGBT Switchboard – Helpline and support services for Sussex.
South West England
• Intercom Trust – Advocacy, counselling, and outreach.
• Proud2Be – Peer support and community events in Devon.
Wales
• Umbrella Cymru – LGBTQ+ advocacy and youth services across Wales.
• Progress Cymru – Support for LGBTQ+ individuals and families.
Scotland
• Equality Network – LGBTQ+ rights and campaigning.
• LGBT Health and Wellbeing – Mental health and social support in Edinburgh and Glasgow.
Northern Ireland
• The Rainbow Project – LGBTQ+ wellbeing and HIV support.
• Cara-Friend – Youth work and counselling across Northern Ireland.
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Final note
This list is regularly reviewed to ensure it stays up to date. If you run or know of a service that should be added, feel free to get in touch.
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