Counseling
There are several different kinds of counseling, each with their own benefit. Read below to find something that may suit your needs.

Support Groups
Talk with other youth like you. Be real. Bring up whatever's on your mind. Get feedback and support. The group is confidential. Past topics include: Dealing with Haters, Healthy Relationships, Homophobia at School, Coming Out to Parents, Gay Pride, and LGBTQ (S)Heroes.

What's said here stays here.
We meet on Tuesdays at 5:00 at SMYAL.

Individual Counseling
When you have a problem or a concern, sometimes it's helpful to talk to someone who can be objective. That's why you can meet with a SMYAL counselor about anything on your mind. It's private and confidential. Just contact our Counseling Staff to make an appointment, or drop by.

Make a Referralarrow
Refer a youth to our services through this confidential webform.

For more information or to make an appointment, contact one of our counselors:

Xanthia B. Johnson, MA
Mental Health Counselor
202-546-5940 x103
xanthia.johnson@smyal.org



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