2SLGBTQIA+ Support Group
At The Gatehouse, we understand how important it is for survivors of childhood sexual abuse (CSA) to find supportive, affirming spaces to connect, heal, and be heard. That’s why we’re proud to launch a new 6-week 2SLGBTQIA+ Support Group designed specifically for LGBTQIA+ identifying individuals of all genders who have experienced CSA.
What Is the Group About?
This 6-week online peer support group provides a safe, inclusive, and trauma-informed environment where participants can share experiences, explore their healing journeys, and connect with others who understand. The group is grounded in community care, empowerment, and mutual respect.
Group 1 Key Details
🗓 Dates: Tuesdays, August 13 to September 17, 2025
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (EST)
🌐 Location: Online via Zoom (link provided after registration)
👥 Eligibility: Must be a survivor of childhood sexual abuse and over the age of 18
💬 Facilitated by: Trained peer support facilitators from the 2SLGBTQIA+ community
Why Join?
We know that LGBTQIA+ survivors often face unique challenges when navigating healing and support systems. This group was created in response to those experiences, offering a space that honours all identities and supports collective healing without judgment.
Participants will be encouraged to engage in self-reflection, build emotional resilience, and support one another while maintaining confidentiality and personal boundaries. No one is ever required to share more than they feel comfortable with.
How to Register for 2SLGTBQIA+ Support Group
To learn more or to register, please contact Erin at erin@thegatehouse.org or call 416-255-5900 ext. 222.
Spots are limited. We invite you to reach out today and take the next step in your healing journey. You are not alone. Healing is possible, together.
Breaking the Silence: Barriers Faced by 2SLGBTQIA+ Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse
Surviving childhood sexual abuse (CSA) is an experience that deeply impacts individuals throughout their lives. For those who identify within the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, the path to healing can be even more complex due to layers of societal stigma, discrimination, and exclusion. Despite increasing awareness around trauma and mental health, 2SLGBTQIA+ survivors often face unique barriers that can prevent them from accessing the support and care they need.
