Affirming behavioral health care for the LGBTQ+ community Substance use and mental health treatment in a space that respects who you are
At Kolmac Integrated Behavioral Health, we have built our care to meet the LGBTQ+ community with competence and respect, from the first phone call through every stage of treatment.
Understanding the disparities
Several barriers stand between LGBTQ+ individuals and effective behavioral health care:
- Stigma and discrimination, which discourage many people from seeking help at all
- A shortage of providers with genuine cultural competency in LGBTQ+ care
- A lack of inclusive, affirming spaces where patients feel safe being fully themselves
- Practical barriers to access, from cost to fear of being judged
Our commitment to affirming care
From the day our doors first opened, Kolmac has worked to reduce stigma, in addiction, in mental health, and in how the LGBTQ+ community is treated within health care. That commitment shows up in the way our clinics are designed and in the way our clinicians engage, creating an environment built on acceptance and understanding rather than judgment.
Culturally competent treatment
Every member of our team completes cultural competency training from the outset of their employment, with ongoing training and supervision throughout the year. This is not a one-time box to check. It is how we make sure the care you receive reflects who you are and the specific challenges you face.
Integrated substance use and mental health support
LGBTQ+ patients often navigate substance use and mental health conditions at the same time. Kolmac treats them together through our dual diagnosis model, so both are addressed within one coordinated plan rather than handled separately.
What treatment includes
Care begins with an evaluation, available through telehealth, and is built into an individualized plan. Treatment combines individual therapy, LGBTQ+ affirming group therapy, and psychiatric support as needed. Group work is a particular strength, giving you a place to connect with others who understand your experience and reducing the isolation that so often surrounds substance use and mental health challenges.
