Gender Health Center
Removing barriers to trans thriving
WELCOME
The Gender Health Center (GHC) is a trans and Black, Indigenous, and People of Color-led non-profit organization located in Sacramento, CA dedicated to the health, wellness, and joy of transgender, non-binary and gender expansive communities to ensure health equity for all.
GHC offers a wide range of free or low-cost, low-barrier services to all community, including a free health clinic, HIV testing and linkage to care, mental health counseling, support groups and cultural programs, harm reduction, legal assistance, healthcare navigation, case management, resource referrals, and education and training.
Upcoming Events & Workshops
Hosted by GHC
Sat, Sep 19William Land ParkThe Gender Health Center’s Black Utopians Program will lead a contingent of community members, GHC staff, and supporters in the American Heart Association’s Heart & Stroke Walk.
Multiple DatesMon, Sep 21Virtual WorkshopA FREE, three-week virtual program to help transgender and gender-diverse individuals: • Explore foundational trans voice exercises • Start aligning your voice with your identity • Create your practice plan with trans voice experts Undead Voice is a trans-owned and operated voice transition company.
Multiple DatesTue, Sep 22Gender Health Center*You only need to register once. If you've already registered for any of the Gender Expansive Kids Group, Trans Youth Group, or Parent Group—you're all set! Just show up.* We’ll talk about fears, hopes, culture, family, and how to support our gender expansive loved ones in ways that keep them safe.
Multiple DatesTue, Sep 22Gender Health Center*You only need to register once. If you've already registered for any of the Gender Expansive Kids Group, Trans Youth Group, or Parent Group - you're all set! Just show up.* Join us in person for discussing gender exploration and safe coping tools development for 6-11 year olds.
Multiple DatesTue, Sep 22Gender Health Center*You only need to register once. If you've already registered for any of the Gender Expansive Kids Group, Trans Youth Group, or Parent Group—you're all set! Just show up.* This clinical group is a vibrant, affirming space where youth explore emotional awareness with confidence for ages 12-17.
Wed, Sep 23Gender Health CenterJoin us at the Gender Health Center for a yoga session designed to help you rest and rejuvenate. In-person | RSVP required and limited to 20 participants
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Gender Fabulous
This blog is part of our deeper commitment to GHC values of Healing & Intersectional Justice, Love as Action, Gender Joy & Wellness, and Liberatory Harm Reduction. You’ll find updates on relevant legislation and advocacy efforts, HIV healthcare and prevention, self-defense classes, mental health services, community partnerships, and the everyday beauty of trans and queer life in Sacramento.
GHC's Community Impact
Internships
Completed
250+
Trainees completed their placements
Counseling Completed
3,500+
Community members provided mental health services
Letter Assessments Completed
1000+
Letter Assessments written for gender affirming care needs
Legal
Services
750+
Community members support by Legal Services of Northern CA medical-legal partnership
GHC's CDEP Final Local Evaluation Report
GHC’s Community-Defined Evidence Program (CDEP) is a prevention and early-intervention program that aims to prevent and reduce risk of mental health concerns resulting from systemic violence aimed at LGBTQ+ populations.
"Best place for LGBTQQIA+ affirmative advocacy, therapy, and mental health services. The center is open to serve all people. Affordable low-cost sliding scale fees. Great staff. Great clients/community-members. Very flexible and will work to meet your needs as best as possible."
Community Member Justin