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BCC Queer Student Association (QSA) Club
The BCC QSA Club provides a vetted comprehensive list, curated by the Elizabeth Freeman Center, of LGBTQIA+ Healthcare Resources availabe in Berkshire County, MA.
This list is intended to be a community-generated VETTED list of providers who we know work successfully with LGBTQIA+ people in Berkshire County. Self-identification as LGBTQIA+-friendly/competent is not sufficient. We add someone's name only if a community member has worked with them before or heard positive reports from other LGBTQIA+ people.
This list is maintained by the LGBTQ team at Elizabeth Freeman Center. We provide free and confidential counseling and advocacy for LGBTQ folks surviving or healing from intimate partner violence or sexual assault. More information at Elizabeth Freeman Center. Or email us at lgbtq@elizabethfreemancenter.org.
We all deserve access to LGBTQ-affirming, -competent, and -friendly care! And it can be hard to find in Berkshire County, so please open the accordions below for more information!
Providers by Specialty
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Audiology
Henry Botzum
Audiologist
Pittsfield
Berkshire Health Systems
413-224-2225
https://npino.com/audiologist/1821605577-dr.-henry--botzum/ -
Electrolysis
Lisa Pixley
Electrolysis
Pittsfield and Williamstown
Lisa A Pixley Licensed Electorlysis LLC
413-841-6727
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Endocrinology
Brian Phillips, MD
Endocrinology
Pittsfield
Berkshire Health Systems
413-496-6838Matthew Spitzer
Endocrinology
Amherst/Easthampton/Greenfield
Valley Medical Group
413-256-8561
https://www.vmgma.com/endocrinology-and-diabetes-education -
Gastroenterology
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Hormone Therapy
Jeremy Stoepker, MD
Primary Care
Lee
Community Health Programs
413-243-0536Lisa Nelson, MD
Primary Care
Great Barrington
Berkshire Health Systems
413-528-8580Robert Benner, MD
OB/GYN
Pittsfield
Berkshire Health Systems
413-499-8570
Dr. Robert BennerBrian Phillips, MD
Endocrinology
Pittsfield
Berkshire Health Systems
413-496-6838
Dr. Brian PhillipsTapestry Health: Pittsfield
Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy, Sexual and Reproductive Health, Overdose Prevention
Pittsfield
Tapestry Health
413-443-2844
TapestryhealthTapestry Health: Greenfield
Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy, Sexual and Reproductive Health, Syringe Access
Greenfield
Tapestry Health
413-773-5403Transhealth Northamption
Gender-Affirming Hormonal Care
Northampton (Hampshire County)
Transhealth Northamption
413-341-9400
Transhealth -
Internal Medicine
Amanda Staples Opperman
Internal Medicine
Lenox
Berkshire Health Systems
413-344-1700
Contact InformationLaurie Basinait, NP
Internal Medicine
Great Barrington
Berkshire Health Systems
413-528-2418 -
Neurology
Alzheimer's Association: Massachusetts and New Hampshire Branch
800-272-3900
https://www.alz.org/manhEmma Weiskopf
Neurologist
Pittsfield
Berkshire Health Systems
413-395-7694Octavian Adam
Neurologist
Pittsfield
Berkshire Health Systems
413-395-7694
https://www.berkshirehealthsystems.org/provider/octavian-r-adam-md-neurology -
OB/GYN
Andrew Beckwith
OB/GYN
Great Barrington
Community Health Programs
413-528-1470Robert Benner, MD
OB/GYN
Pittsfield
Berkshire Health Systems
413-499-8570
Dr. Robert Benner, MD -
Osteopathy
Mary Yee, DO
Osteopathic family practice physician
Pittsfield
Berkshire Osteopathic Health
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Pediatrics
Deborah Buccino, MD
Pediatrics
Great Barrington
Berkshire Health Systems
413-528-4047
Dr. Deborah BuccinoJohn Dallenbach, MD
Pediatrics
Pittsfield
East Elm Pediatrics
413-442-8267
East Elm PediatricsTranshealth Northamption
Pediatrics
Northampton
Transhealth Northamption
413-341-9400
Transhealth -
Plastic Surgery
Zachary Long, DO
Plastic Surgery
Pittsfield
Berkshire Health Systems
413-881-5473 -
Primary Care
Catherine Keating, MD
Primary Care
North Adams
Berkshire Family Practice Associates
413-442-1019
Dr. Catherine KeatingCraig Kirby, MD
Primary Care
Pittsfield
Berkshire Family Practice Associates
413-442-1019
Dr. Craig KirbyJeremy Stoepker, MD
Primary Care
Lee
Community Health Programs
413-243-0536Lara Setti
Primary Care
Great Barrington
Community Health Programs
413-528-8580Lisa Nelson, MD
Primary Care
Great Barrington
CHP
413-528-8580Sarah Kangas, NP
Primary Care
Williamstown and North Adams
Berkshire Health Systems / Williamstown MedicalTranshealth Northamption
Primary Care
Northampton
Transhealth Northamption
413-341-9400Elisabeth Berger, MD MPH
Primary Care
North Adams
Berkshire Family Practice Associates
413-664-5550 -
Sexual and Reproductive Health
Tapestry Health
Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy, Sexual and Reproductive Health, Overdose Prevention
Pittsfield
Tapestry Health
413-586-2016
https://www.tapestryhealth.org -
Veteran-Specific Care
Mental Health Providers
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Therapist
Kelly Heck
Pittsfield
Affirmative Counseling
413-358-5697Sara Shuff
Pittsfield
Affirmative Counseling
413-358-3038
http://www.affirmativecounseling.net/
sarashuff@affirmativecounseling.netColleen Jordan
Pittsfield
Colleen Jordan LMHC
413-358-4757
Email ColleenJennifer Daily
Lenox
Jennifer Daily Counseling
*Licensed social worker who wants to focus on trans youth
413-449-6147
JenniferDailyCounseling@gmail.com -
Speech Therapist
Danielle C. Boyer, MS, CCC-SLP (she/her)
Speech-Language Pathologist
The Center for Rehabilitation
Berkshire Medical Center
725 North Street, Pittsfield
Tel: 413-447-2230
Fax: 413-447-2208 -
Psychiatrist
Dr. Brenda Butler (child and adolescent psychiatry)
Pittsfield
Berkshire Health Systems
413-447-2000Dr. David Flynn
Lenox
413-865-6151Helaine Harris/
Lenox
917-589-9558Sharon Mozian
Lenox
Sharon A. Mozian, M.D., P.C.
413-200-3136 -
Psychologist
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Emotional Wellness Coach
Heather Juby
Emotional Wellness Coach
Southwestern VT Pownal Campus
Wellness Underground
413-344-6648
drjuby@gmail.com -
Counselors
Christopher Dellea (He/Him/His)LGBTQIA+ Services Coordinator Family Resource CenterPittsfield/Virtual480 West StPittsfield MA 01201413-448-8281 ext. 282 | 413-441-1207cdellea@18degreesma.org
Other Resources
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Community Organizations
Berkshire Pride
Berkshire County, MA
Non-profit organization which hosts an annual pride festival on the Pittsfield Common
FacebookBerkshire Stonewall Community Coalition
Berkshire County, MA
Non-profit supporting the wellbeing of LGBTQ+ people of the Berkshires with programs, activities, and community-building
Berkshire StonewallElizabeth Freeman Center's LGBTQ Services
Offices in Pittsfield, North Adams, and Great Barrington
Intimate partner violence and sexual assault services. Specialized support for LGBTQ folks, including LGBTQ counselors and help with housing, legal issues, discrimination, medical care, and more
LGBTQ counselor direct line: 413-329-3628
Email: lgbtq@elizabethfreemancenter.org
EFC 24/7 Hotline: 866-401-2425
https://www.elizabethfreemancenter.org/learn-more/rainbow/Fenway Health
Boston, MA
Community health organization serving the LGBTQ+ community, with violence prevention and recovery services, including counseling, primary health care, and specialty care. Fenway’s Violence Recovery Program provides counseling, support groups, advocacy, and referral services to LGBTQ+ victims of bias crime, domestic violence, sexual assault, and police misconduct.
617-276-0900
FenwayIn Our Own Voices
Albany, NY
Organization serving the needs of LGBT people of color, friends and families with anti-violence programs, including a domestic violence support line, crime victim assistance program, and community education.
518-432-4188
www.inourownvoices.orgTrans Lifeline
Nationwide
24 hour crisis support line run by and for trans people — will not call the cops.
877-565-8860
The Network/LA Red
Boston, MA
Survivor-led, survivor-centered organization that works to end partner abuse in lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, BDSM, polyamorous, and queer communities. English/Spanish hotline, short-term shelter, and in-person and phone-based peer support groups.
Voice: 617-742-4911
Toll Free: 800-832-1901
TNLRWestern Mass Recovery Learning Community
Centers in Springfield, Holyoke, Pittsfield, and Greenfield
Peer support, advocacy, resource connection
413-539-5941 info@westernmassrlc.org -
Adult Support Groups
AA (LGBTQ meeting)
81 Linden St, Pittsfield
7:30pm every Friday
413-532-2111
Rainbow Seniors of Berkshire County
Berkshire County
A support group for LGBTQ+ seniors in Berkshire County
Kenneth@rainbowseniors.org
Rainbow SeniorsYoung Adult Affinity Group (YAAG) (ages 18-30)
18 Degrees, 480 West Street Pittsfield
Safe and supportive space, casual support group that centers LGBTQIA+ conversations, field trips and workshops
Christopher Dellea (He/Him/His)
413-448-8281 ext. 282 | 413-441-1207
cdellea@18degreesma.org
18degreesma.orgAmerican Addiction Centers
Free virtual support for addiction recovery, with 6 Massachusetts locations also available.
888-944-9576
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Youth Resources
Families with Pride (under age 11 and supportive family members)
18 Degrees Office, 480 West Street Pittsfield
Group for LGBTQ kids under the age of 11 and their supporitve family members; activities, games, snacks provided!
Christopher Dellea (He/Him/His)
413-448-8281 ext. 282 | 413-441-1207
cdellea@18degreesma.org
18degreesmaLive Out Loud Youth Project: Middle School (LOLYP: MS)(ages 11-14)
18 Degrees Office, 480 West Street Pittsfield
Social support and networking group for LGBTQ+ youth in a safe, fun, supportive social setting.
Christopher Dellea (He/Him/His)
413-448-8281 ext. 282 | 413-441-1207
cdellea@18degreesma.org
Facebook: @lolyp18degrees
Instagram: @lolyp18degreesLive Out Loud Youth Project: High School (LOLYP: HS)(ages 14-18)
18 Degrees Office, 480 West Street Pittsfield
Social support and networking group for LGBTQ+ youth in a safe, fun, supportive social setting.
Christopher Dellea (He/Him/His)
413-448-8281 ext. 282 | 413-441-1207
cdellea@18degreesma.org
Facebook: @lolyp18degrees
Instagram: @lolyp18degreesYoung Adult Affinity Group (YAAG) (ages 18-30)
18 Degrees Office, 480 West Street Pittsfield
Safe and supportive space, casual support group that centers LGBTQIA+ conversions, field trips and workshops
413-770-7121 (call/text)Generation Q (LGBT support group for ages 14-21)
Greenfield and Northampton
Contact: Tyanna Daniel Lionheart, tlionheart@communityaction.usGenQ Jr (LGBT support group for middle school aged youth)
Greenfield and Northampton
Contact: Tyanna Daniel Lionheart, tlionheart@communityaction.usOut Now (organization for queer youth ages 22 and under)
1695 Main St, Springfield
Drop in group 5-7pm every Weds
outnow@comcast.net -
Legal Resources
Massachusetts Trans Political Coalition
Statewide
Name and gender changes, housing or employment discrimination
info@masstpc.org
617-778-0519 -
Other
Point 5cc
Online: https://pointofpride.org/chest-binder-donations/
Point of Pride provides new or gently-used chest binders to any trans person who is in need and cannot afford or safely obtain one.
Out in the Berkshires
Berkshire County, MA
LGBTQ events in the Berkshires
www.facebook.com/outintheberkshires