Overview

Our LGBTQ Youth Space, a program of Caminar, centers lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, and ally youth and young adults in Santa Clara County through culturally responsive, youth-driven counseling and support services. Our pioneering program design brings together extensive youth development opportunities, community outreach and education, and safe and welcoming drop-in services. The program’s staff, youth leaders, and volunteers are committed to youth empowerment strategies. 

County/Counties served

  • Santa Clara County

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Spanish
  • American Sign Language (ASL)

Payment type

  • Payment not required

Caminar in the News: LGBTQ Wellness Peer Support Coordinator, Sun Sukumar, on NorCal Public Media

12/10/2025
SF County
Check out Sun Sukumar, Peer Support Coordinator for LGBTQ Wellness, as they share their story about identity.

Caminar in the News: Navigating Emotions During the Holidays

12/10/2025
SF County
Maritza Henry, MA, LMFT, Caminar's Director of School-Based Programs, was interviewed by ABC7 News on navigating emotions during the holidays. Check it out here!

Caminar in the News: Navigating Emotions During the Holidays

12/10/2025
SF County
Maritza Henry, MA, LMFT, Caminar's Director of School-Based Programs, was interviewed by ABC7 News on navigating emotions during the holidays. Check it out here!

In The News: GHP Applauds the Winners of the Mental Health Awards 2025

5/7/2025
SF County
Caminar recognized with two awards in 2025

Caminar In The News: Why We Cannot Afford To Leave Mental Health Conditions Untreated

2/25/2025
SF County
Mark Cloutier, is an official member of the Forbes Nonprofit Council. His latest thought-leadership article recently published, “Why We Cannot Afford To Leave Mental Health Conditions Untreated”

Caminar's Director of School-Based Programs to Present at 8th Annual Wellness Together Student Mental Wellness Conference

10/1/2024
SF County
Maritza Henry, MA, LMFT to speak at 8th Annual Wellness Together Student Mental Wellness Conference on behalf of Caminar
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