LGBTQIA+ Healthcare Resources

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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!

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Providers by Specialty

  • 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
    http://lisaapixleylellc.com/
  • Endocrinology

    Brian Phillips, MD
    Endocrinology
    Pittsfield
    Berkshire Health Systems
    413-496-6838

    Matthew Spitzer
    Endocrinology
    Amherst/Easthampton/Greenfield
    Valley Medical Group
    413-256-8561
    https://www.vmgma.com/endocrinology-and-diabetes-education

  • Gastroenterology
    Jason Bratcher
    Gastroenterologist
    Pittsfield
    Berkshire Health Systems
    413-499-8590
  • Hormone Therapy

    Jeremy Stoepker, MD
    Primary Care
    Lee
    Community Health Programs
    413-243-0536

    Lisa Nelson, MD
    Primary Care
    Great Barrington
    Berkshire Health Systems
    413-528-8580

    Robert Benner, MD
    OB/GYN
    Pittsfield
    Berkshire Health Systems
    413-499-8570
    Dr. Robert Benner

    Brian Phillips, MD
    Endocrinology
    Pittsfield
    Berkshire Health Systems
    413-496-6838
    Dr. Brian Phillips

    Tapestry Health: Pittsfield
    Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy, Sexual and Reproductive Health, Overdose Prevention
    Pittsfield
    Tapestry Health
    413-443-2844
    Tapestryhealth

    Tapestry Health: Greenfield
    Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy, Sexual and Reproductive Health, Syringe Access
    Greenfield
    Tapestry Health
    413-773-5403

    Transhealth 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 Information

    Laurie 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/manh

    Emma Weiskopf
    Neurologist
    Pittsfield
    Berkshire Health Systems
    413-395-7694

    Octavian 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
    413-528-1470

    Robert 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
    413-212-9527

  • Pediatrics

    Deborah Buccino, MD
    Pediatrics
    Great Barrington
    Berkshire Health Systems
    413-528-4047
    Dr. Deborah Buccino

    John Dallenbach, MD
    Pediatrics
    Pittsfield
    East Elm Pediatrics
    413-442-8267
    East Elm Pediatrics

    Transhealth 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 Keating

    Craig Kirby, MD
    Primary Care
    Pittsfield
    Berkshire Family Practice Associates
    413-442-1019
    Dr. Craig Kirby

    Jeremy Stoepker, MD
    Primary Care
    Lee
    Community Health Programs
    413-243-0536

    Lara Setti
    Primary Care
    Great Barrington
    Community Health Programs
    413-528-8580

    Lisa Nelson, MD
    Primary Care
    Great Barrington
    CHP
    413-528-8580

    Sarah Kangas, NP
    Primary Care
    Williamstown and North Adams
    Berkshire Health Systems / Williamstown Medical

    Transhealth Northamption
    Primary Care
    Northampton
    Transhealth Northamption
    413-341-9400

    Elisabeth 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
    Alice Abbot, MD
    Physician/Endocrinology
    Leeds, MA
    VA Central Western MA Healthcare System
    413-582-3010

Mental Health Providers

Other Resources

  • Community Organizations

    Berkshire Pride
    Berkshire County, MA
    Berkshire Pride is a nonprofit organization committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and affirming environment for LGBTQ+ individuals and their allies in Berkshire County. Established in 2017 to address the unique challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community in rural and underserved areas, Berkshire Pride has become a vital resource hub, offering year-round programs, advocacy, and events to empower individuals, build community, and promote equity.
    Berkshire Pride Facebook

    Berkshire Stonewall Community Coalition
    Berkshire County, MA
    Non-profit supporting the wellbeing of LGBTQ+ people of the Berkshires with programs, activities, and community-building
    Berkshire Stonewall

    Elizabeth 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
    Visit the Elizabeth Freeman Center website

    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
    Visit Fenway

    In 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
    Visit In Our Own Voices website

    Trans 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
    Visit TNLR

    Western 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 Seniors

    Young 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
    Visit 18 Degrees

    American Addiction Centers
    Free virtual support for addiction recovery, with 6 Massachusetts locations also available.
    888-944-9576
    americanaddictioncenters.org/virtual-meetings

  • 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
    18degreesma

    Live 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: @lolyp18degrees

    Live 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: @lolyp18degrees

    Young 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.us

    GenQ Jr (LGBT support group for middle school aged youth)
    Greenfield and Northampton
    Contact: Tyanna Daniel Lionheart, tlionheart@communityaction.us

    Out Now (organization for queer youth ages 22 and under)
    1695 Main St, Springfield
    Drop in group 5-7pm every Weds
    outnow@comcast.net

    Empowerment and Creativity After School Program for LGBTQIA+ Tweens and Teens
    Mondays from 3 – 6 p.m.
    Our program offers a safe space to express yourself, participate in creative activities, and connect with peers.
    Berkshire Pride, 34 Depot Street Suite 207 Pittsfield
    Contact us more information/questions
    Facebook: Berkshire Pride
    Instagram: @berkshirepride

  • Legal Resources
    Massachusetts Trans Political Coalition
    Statewide
    Name and gender changes, housing or employment discrimination
    info@masstpc.org
    617-778-0519
  • Other
    Point 5cc
    Visit Point of Pride website
    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
    Facebook Out in the Berkshires