Helpful Orgs for Sexual Identity Issues

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     These groups have different philosophies and ideas. Some are religious (usually non-sectarian), but they even (:-) help atheists - you won't be required to "convert."
     Most orgs can refer you to change-friendly therapists and support groups, with local branches nationwide. Many services are low-cost or free.
     As Homosexuals Anonymous states - and they all might agree - they don't endorse or oppose any political causes, gay organizations or movements. They do not engage in arguments that draw members away from maturing their relationships with those around them and rediscovering their true identity.

Groups for Homosexual Issues:
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National Association for Research and Therapy of Homosexuality (NARTH)
16542 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 416
Encino, CA 91436
(818) 789-4440
http://www.narth.com
     Provides referrals to change-friendly therapists nationwide. Works "to provide psychological understanding of the cause, treatment and behavior patterns associated with the homosexual condition.
     "Of the whole range of sexual disorders, homosexuality is probably the most misunderstood. During the last twenty years, powerful political pressures have done much to erode scientific exploration and study of this disorder. Many researchers have been intimidated into trading the truth for silence.
     "As clinicians, we have witnessed the intense suffering that homosexuality often causes the individual. Tragic consequences result from the psychological conflicts leading to homosexuality. Anguish in the homosexual is compounded by distress experienced by his or her family, friends and other loved ones."

StraightNews (this Web site)
http://www.straight.org
E-mail: mail@straight.org
Providing new insights into sexual identity, causes and cures for homosexuality and sexual dysfunction. Helping each individual decide and achieve what's best for them.
Includes thought-provoking letters from gay individuals, lists of organizations, links and recommended, helpful books. To more of this site, below

Jonah's logo Jonah
PO Box 313
Jersey City, NJ 07303
(201) 433-3444
     The first Jewish outreach organization to assist men and women working through issues of same-sex attractions. Founded in 1999, they embrace all Jews, regardless of an individual's religious commitment or lack thereof.
     Jonah works to educate the Jewish community about the nature and causes of same-sex attractions and the real possibility of change."The Torah lacks a word for homosexual because traditional Jewish belief considers homosexuality a learned behavior. It can be unlearned - it is not an identity and it is not inborn."
     Additional information from Jonah will be added to this Web site.

International Healing Foundation (IHF)
P.O. Box 901
Bowie, MD 20718
(301) 805-6111
E-mail: general_info@gaytostraight.org
www.gaytostraight.org
"Gay to Straight Can Be Done.
I did it and so have many others.
No one is born homosexual.
What was learned can be unlearned."
"A non-profit, tax-exempt organization created to assist individuals, couples and families in obtaining greater happiness and freedom in their lives. We seek to help each man, woman and child in healing past and present wounds, and empower them with the understanding of their value as a child of God."
Includes interesting excerpts from his book at: http://members.tripod.com/gaytostraight/coming_out_straight.htm

Homosexuals Anonymous
(610) 376-1146 (Main number, 9:30am-4:30pm, Eastern US time)
1 (800) 288-HAFS (Answering Service)
http://members.aol.com/hawebpage/index.html
     Fellowship and support groups for "men and women, who have chosen to help each other live in freedom from homosexuality.
     "The purpose of H.A. is to support individuals seeking that freedom. Group support is available through weekly H.A. meetings. Guidance is received through the shared experiences and growth of others. Strength is acquired by training the faith response through the 14 steps."
     They also work to help if "you are a parent, relative or friend of someone struggling with homosexuality who needs help; if you are a minister, counselor or therapist looking for a support group for someone wanting freedom from homosexuality."
     List of local chapters in USA; Alberta, Canada; Brisbane, Canberra and Perth, Australia: http://members.aol.com/HAwebpage/chapters/chapters.html
     Links to other helpful orgs: http://members.aol.com/HAwebpage/links/links.html

Exodus International
PO Box 77652
Seattle, WA 98177
(206) 784-7799
http://www.messiah.edu/hpages/facstaff/chase/h/exodus/
A network of Evangelical support groups around the world, with many local groups in the USA. For a list of local groups: http://www.messiah.edu/hpages/facstaff/chase/h/helplis.htm

Christian Resources about Homosexuality and AIDS
http://www.messiah.edu/hpages/facstaff/chase/h/index.htm
"Here is Christian help for people who are dealing with homosexuality, their families, and their friends. We provide the names of people who can help ... references to books and articles that can help ... full text of articles ... testimonies. An apologetics section provides a - certainly not 'the' - Christian response to common questions asked about homosexuality."

Lani Bersch, Director
Regeneration
P.O. Box 9830
Baltimore, MD 21284
(410) 661-4337 or 661-0284
Fax: (410) 882-6312
http://www.messiah.edu/hpages/facstaff/chase/h/articles/regenera/books.htm
Support groups to help overcome homosexuality. Regeneration Books offers a catalogue of Christian books on homosexuality and related issues at very reasonable cost. You can e-mail directly to regenbooks@juno.com
StraightNews list of recommended books.

Life Ministry
PO Box 353
New York, NY 10185
(212) 265-6044
Also Evangelical. Publishes newsletter. Counseling. Can provide referrals. Support group meets in NYC.

Courage
Church of St. John the Baptist
210 West 31st Street
New York, NY 10001
(212) 268-1010
http://world.std.com/~courage
E-Mail: NYCourage@aol.com
"A spiritual support group for men and women striving to live lives in accordance with the Catholic Church's teaching on homosexuality." Support groups across the nation.
"EnCOURAGE is an affiliate support group offering help and guidance to families, relatives and friends reaching out to a loved one who has a homosexual orientation."

Hope Ministry
Box 604
60 Skiff St.
Hamden CT 06517
(203) 248-5274 (M-F return calls only)
Local support group. Counseling.

James Bond
Hope Ministry NYC
c/o Calvary Baptist Church
123 W 57th St.
New York, NY 10019
(212) 246-4357 (messages only)
A local support group that a StraightNews volunteer found particularly helpful and supportive. Also for spouses and parents of overcomers, and has special ministries in Spanish and Filipino languages.

Groups for Addictions and Other Issues
Nationwide Info Sources
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American Self-Help Clearinghouse
Northwest Covenant Healthcare System
Denville, NJ 07834
201-625-7101 (General info)
201-625-9565 (National info)
800-367-6274 (For callers within NJ)
Web site: http://www.cmhc.com
E-Mail: ashc@bc.cybernex.net
Extensive info and listings for a wide range of issues.

National Self-Help Clearinghouse
25 West 43rd St., Room 620
New York, NY 10036
212-354-8525 (recorded message)
Web site: http://www.selfhelpweb.org

More groups will be added

The Encyclopedia of Associations, available in most libraries, lists additional orgs for homosexuality and other issues.

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