Pride Month Is Wrapping Up—But Your Community Support Doesn’t Have to

As Pride Month draws to a close, we’re reminded that LGBTQIA+ pride is more than a moment on the calendar—it’s a year-round commitment to visibility, safety, and collective healing. At ZestLife, we’re honored to host a growing lineup of therapist-led groups that make that commitment real, offering spaces where queer folks can process, learn, and flourish together. Below are four standout groups you can join (or refer a friend to) as we carry Pride’s momentum into the months ahead.

1. Sex Positivity for Gay & Queer Men: Healing, Pleasure, and Empowerment

Facilitator: Benjamin Zelinski, LMSW
Sexual stigma and trauma can linger long after Pride flags come down. Benjamin’s group invites gay and queer men to explore intimacy, pleasure, and body-based shame in a confidential, trauma-informed setting. Expect candid conversation, education on sex-positive frameworks, and skills for navigating relationships with authenticity and confidence. getzestlife.com

2. Healthy Relationships Therapy Group for Gay Men

Facilitator: Michael Pezzullo, MA, LMFT
If you find yourself replaying old relational patterns—difficulty setting boundaries, people-pleasing, or comparing yourself to others—this weekly virtual group offers a practical reset. Michael blends direct feedback with warmth, helping members practice communication skills, heal interpersonal trauma, and build sustainable friendships and partnerships. getzestlife.com

3. Meditation for Queer Liberation

Facilitator: Nino Winterbottom, MHC-LP
Twice a month, queer seekers gather online to ask big questions: How can I love myself? How do I stay grounded when the world feels chaotic? Guided mindfulness, somatic techniques, and open sharing help participants cultivate self-compassion while dismantling internalized oppression—one breath at a time. Sessions are just $20, making community care radically accessible. getzestlife.com

4. Spiritual Resourcing: Old Tools, New Wisdom

Facilitator: Nino Winterbottom, MHC-LP
Designed for anyone curious (or conflicted) about spirituality, this four-week series weaves Internal Family Systems, creative arts, EMDR, and Buddhist practices into a queer-affirming circle. Whether you’re healing from religious harm or nurturing brand-new beliefs, you’ll leave with personalized practices and a deeper sense of ancestral and inner support. getzestlife.com

Keep Pride Alive—Join or Refer Today

Community care doesn’t pause on July 1st. If one of these groups resonates with you—or with a client, colleague, or loved one—save a seat now or search for any mental health group work. Your presence helps build the inclusive, resilient mental-health ecosystem our community deserves.

From all of us at ZestLife, thank you for celebrating Pride with courage and compassion. See you in group! 🏳️‍🌈