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Supporting Positive Opportunities with Teens (The SPOT)

More about Supporting Positive Opportunities with Teens (The SPOT)
  • 2.2 Drop-in Centers
  • 7.6 Other Transition Services
  • 8.2 Mental & Behavioral Health: Provider Organizations & Clinics
  • 8.3 Individual Counselors & Therapists
  • 8.9 Case Management
  • 10.1 Sexual Health Services: General
  • 10.2 HIV & AIDS Care
  • 10.5 STI Testing & Treatment
  • 11.2 Emergency Contraception
  • 11.5 Non-Emergency Contraception
  • 11.6 Menstrual Products
A space for trans & non-binary youth/young adults to find community, support, and resources for their health and well-being.
https://www.facebook.com/TheSPOTSTL/
Website
https://thespot.wustl.edu/
Schedule Medical Appointment
https://washu.smarttrackeronline.com/pswr/A9ypPxkBw
1-314-535-0413General
1-314-297-6930Mental health services
thespot@wustl.edu
thespot@wustl.edu
moore_r@wustl.edu
moore_r@wustl.edu

WashU Habif Health and Wellness Center / Student Health Services (SHS)

More about WashU Habif Health and Wellness Center / Student Health Services (SHS)
  • 5.1 Medicine
  • 5.4 Ophthalmology
  • 8.2 Mental & Behavioral Health: Provider Organizations & Clinics
  • 10.1 Sexual Health Services: General
  • 10.2 HIV & AIDS Care
  • 10.5 STI Testing & Treatment
  • 11.1 Reproductive Health Services: General
  • 11.2 Emergency Contraception
  • 11.5 Non-Emergency Contraception
  • 22.13 Resource Centers in Schools
  • 22.4 Tertiary Educational Institutions (Colleges, Universities, Trade & Technical Schools)
Provides pelvic exams; pregnancy tests; birth control; STI & HIV testing/treatments; emergency contraception ($25 at pharmacy) Appointments should be made online. SHS Birth Control Services offered: Oral birth control pill, patch, Depo Provera shot, diaphragm, Nuvaring, IUD (paragard and mirena), implanon (insurance can be tricky) SHS Emergency contraception Services offered: Plan B, Ella SHS Pharmacy SHS STI / HIV / AIDS Services offered: Tests for chlamydia, gonorrhea, hepatitis B and C, herpes, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), human papillomavirus (HPV), syphilis, trichomoniasis; results within days or sooner and can get them via phone, secure message, or return appointment" shs.wustl.edu "SHS: (314) 935-6666 (Emergency appointments available by phone) Individual counseling (up to 17 sessions, first 9 are free), couples counseling (can receive both couples and individual at the same time), psychiatry services, TAO (therapist assisted online, interactive app), Let’s Talk drop in counseling (schedule is online), semester-long workshops (schedule is online).
Website
https://students.wustl.edu/habif-health-wellness-center/
1-314-935-6666General
1-314-935-6662Pharmacy

National AIDS Hotline

More about National AIDS Hotline
  • 7.7 Information on LGBTQIA+ Health
  • 10.1 Sexual Health Services: General
  • 10.2 HIV & AIDS Care
The __National AIDS Hotline (NAH)__, a service of the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), is an information resource for the population of the United States, its Territories, and Puerto Rico concerning the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Since its inception in 1983, NAH has grown to be the world's largest health-related hotline service. Services of NAH include responding to the public's questions about HIV and AIDS and providing referrals to State and local resources. All services, including HIV and AIDS publications, are provided free of charge. Any member of the public can contact NAH 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, through a toll-free telephone system. Services are available to English-speaking, Spanish-speaking, and deaf populations.
1-800-232-4636NAH Hotline
1-800-344-7432NAH Hotline (Spanish)

STD Testing and Prevention Resources

More about STD Testing and Prevention Resources
  • 10.1 Sexual Health Services: General
  • 10.7 Sexual Health Education
We created a comprehensive resource that features helpful information about STDs in O'Fallon and a directory of local organizations that provide a wide range of health care services to help stop the spread. Nicole Philips (she/her) STD Prevention Advocate Testing.com | nicole@testing.com
Main
https://www.testing.com/std-testing/ofallon-mo/

Afrosexology

More about Afrosexology
  • 10.1 Sexual Health Services: General
  • 10.3 Sex & Pleasure
  • 10.7 Sexual Health Education
Afrosexology is a community for discussing and discovering Black sexuality, encouraging empowerment, and seeking sexual liberation. Afrosexology was birthed out of its founders' desire to experience a more sex-positive Black community. One that encourages self agency & promotes love in regards to our bodies, relationships, and sexualities. One that liberates us from the sexual shame & policing that we've inherited from generations of sexual & body oppression. One that follows in the tradition of Black sexual politics by seeking to rediscover & reclaim our sexuality outside of a White patriarchal supremacy system. Offers curated educational content and workshops intended to educate, explore, and reclaim a variety of Black sexuality topics. Each workshop runs about 1.5-3 hours.
https://www.facebook.com/Afrosxology
https://twitter.com/Afrosexology
https://www.instagram.com/afrosexology_/
Website
https://www.afrosexology.com/
Pillowtalk Blog
http://www.afrosexology.com/pillowtalk
afrosexology@gmail.com
afrosexology@gmail.com

Planned Parenthood – National

More about Planned Parenthood – National
  • 5.1 Medicine
  • 5.14 COVID Vaccines, Testing & Treatment
  • 7.1 Gender Clinics & Centers
  • 7.2 Hormone Replacement Therapy
  • 10.1 Sexual Health Services: General
  • 10.2 HIV & AIDS Care
  • 10.5 STI Testing & Treatment
  • 10.7 Sexual Health Education
  • 11.1 Reproductive Health Services: General
  • 11.2 Emergency Contraception
  • 11.3 Abortion Care
  • 11.5 Non-Emergency Contraception
Planned Parenthood provides and advocates for high-quality and affordable sexual and reproductive health care and is the nation’s largest provider of sex education.
National Website
https://www.plannedparenthood.org
Find a Health Center
https://www.plannedparenthood.org/health-center
Learning: Get the Facts on Sexual Health
https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn
1-800-230-7526Make an Appointment

Planned Parenthood – St. Louis Region and Southwest Missouri

More about Planned Parenthood – St. Louis Region and Southwest Missouri
  • 5.1 Medicine
  • 7.1 Gender Clinics & Centers
  • 7.2 Hormone Replacement Therapy
  • 7.3 Typically Feminizing Surgery
  • 7.4 Typically Masculinizing Surgery
  • 10.1 Sexual Health Services: General
  • 10.2 HIV & AIDS Care
  • 10.5 STI Testing & Treatment
  • 11.1 Reproductive Health Services: General
  • 11.2 Emergency Contraception
  • 11.3 Abortion Care
  • 11.5 Non-Emergency Contraception
Planned Parenthood has three clinics in the region and offers birth control, contraception, STI testing, HIV testing, gender affirming care, HRT, and abortion services
National Website
https://www.plannedparenthood.org
St. Louis Website
https://www.plannedparenthood.org/stlouis
Regional Website
https://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-st-louis-region-southwest-missouri
Transgender Care
https://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-st-louis-region-southwest-missouri/patients/our-services/transgender-care
Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy
https://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-st-louis-region-southwest-missouri/patients/our-services/hormone-therapy
Trans and Nonbinary Care FAQ
https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/gender-identity/transgender/what-do-i-need-know-about-trans-health-care
1-217-546-1060General
1-417-883-3800Springfield Health Center

Nexus Primary Care

More about Nexus Primary Care
  • 5.1 Medicine
  • 7.2 Hormone Replacement Therapy
  • 7.7 Information on LGBTQIA+ Health
  • 10.1 Sexual Health Services: General
  • 10.2 HIV & AIDS Care
  • 10.5 STI Testing & Treatment
  • 10.7 Sexual Health Education
  • 11.1 Reproductive Health Services: General
  • 23.3 Pain Management
  • 23.4 Neurodivergence Resources
  • 24.1 Resources for Aging – General
In both my personal and professional life as a physician, I’ve been working with the LGBTQIA+ community for more than fifteen years. Notably, I served on the board of Doorways, a housing and healthcare service for people living with HIV/AIDS, from 2010-2020, was Chairperson of the Board for four years, and was granted the Michael Edlin Award from that organization in 2020. I’ve led numerous LGBTQ+ focused initiatives and associate resource groups in my time working in hospitals and private industry. I’m also active in the St. Louis Sex Positive community, and my practice is affirming for a wide range of lifestyle choices. We offer PrEP, discrete STI screening, and affirmation for those with unique relationship circumstances. Truth is, I’m still learning a lot, every day. I’m a cisgender straight man, and my lived experience doesn’t reflect that of the patients I serve. But I listen to my patients and learn a lot from them, and try every day to do a little bit better job supporting this community which I love.
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61562451893579
Website
https://www.nexusprimarycarestl.com/
OutCare Provider Listing
https://www.outcarehealth.org/provider/listing/jay-moore-md-elevated/
1-314-464-9333General
hello@nexusprimarycarestl.com
hello@nexusprimarycarestl.com

Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center

More about Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center
  • 5.1 Medicine
  • 7.1 Gender Clinics & Centers
  • 10.1 Sexual Health Services: General
  • 10.2 HIV & AIDS Care
LGBTQ-affirming healthcare offers family and internal medicine, dental care and gender-affirming surgery, as well as a long list of specialties including OB-GYN. No endocrinologist was listed, so it was not possible to tell if hormone therapy is offered. A list of doctors accepting trans and gender non-conforming patients is on the website. Payment Options: Advocate and Aurora have separate billing processes. Both accept insurance and have financial assistance, click the following links Advocate insurance accepted, Advocate financial assistance, Aurora insurance accepted and Aurora financial assistance. The LBGTQ health care services of Advoocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center are in the Lakeview neighborhood of Chicago. No age restrictions are given, but care appears intended for persons 18+ Info above compiled by: B.UR.SLF, the home of the Original Breathable Chest Binder
https://www.facebook.com/AdvocateHealthCare/
Website
https://www.advocatehealth.com/about-us/diversity-equity-inclusion/lgbtq-health/
Website
https://www.advocatehealth.com/immc/
1-773-975-1600General

Scarleteen

More about Scarleteen
  • 10.1 Sexual Health Services: General
  • 10.7 Sexual Health Education
An organization offering progressive, inclusive and independent sex & relationship education & support centering teenagers and emerging adults! We cover safer sex, LGBTQIA issues, birth control, relationships, and more. It's dedicated to providing truly comprehensive and highly inclusive sex and relationships education, information and support that centers young people. __Services provided:__ - Online text-based content: Scarleteen contains thousands of original, comprehensive, and accurate sexuality, health and relationship⁠ articles, guides, factsheets and advice answers, based on the expressed needs of young people themselves and all available at no cost. Our widely inclusive, expansive content is thoughtfully written and edited by adult, emerging adult or teen writers, and regularly fact-checked and updated as needed with current, medically-accurate information. - Direct Services: Our message boards, live chat, text/SMS line and our reddit offer young people the ability to talk directly with one of our staff and members of our community at no cost to them. Our direct services are actively moderated to provide a safe, comfortable space and accurate, compassionately delivered information, staffed by our staff and trained peer volunteers. Our direct services are used for an array of questions and answers, long discussions, emotional support, help finding in-person care or other resources, and, in the services that are community based, to engage in safe, respectful peer-to-peer discussion. Our direct service interactions primarily inform our static content and outreach. - Outside resource referrals: We frequently help our users find outside sexual⁠/reproductive healthcare services, mental healthcare, LGBTQIA+ support, local children and family services, sexual abuse⁠ and other crisis care, books, other websites, community centers and other resources. Staff can also be available to users to make screening/intake phone calls if they feel nervous about first calling themselves or if they are not sure a service is bonafide. - Other outreach: We provide offline teen outreach education, support and training to other organizations and groups, primarily through or at sexual/reproductive health clinics, community and school groups and teen homeless/transitional shelters. We have provided additional outreach, training and education at colleges, universities, schools, community centers and conferences, to students, parents and to fellow teen and sexual health workers and educators. Scarleteen also frequently provides expert information for articles, books, podcasts, studies and other media about topics like teen, emerging adult and general sexuality, sexual health, relationships, queer⁠ sexuality and gender identity⁠, parenting, and sex⁠ education. You can see some of where we have appeared in media over the years here. - Mentoring and leadership: Scarleteen provides active, engaged mentorship and guidance for our volunteers and interns, and participates in and supports youth leadership events and initiatives outside the organization. Scarleteen is long considered by many to be a highly influential leader in progressive and inclusive sexuality education, and we have directly participated in and supported activism to influence and change public policy, like teaming up with the ACLU to fight the COPA.
https://www.instagram.com/scarleteenorg/
Website
https://www.scarleteen.com/
Reddit
https://www.reddit.com/r/QueerSexEdForAll/
tumblr
https://hellyeahscarleteen.tumblr.com/
Bluesky
https://bsky.app/profile/scarleteen.bsky.social

The Right Time

More about The Right Time
  • 10.1 Sexual Health Services: General
  • 10.7 Sexual Health Education
  • 11.1 Reproductive Health Services: General
  • 11.5 Non-Emergency Contraception
The Right Time is an initiative of [Missouri Foundation for Health](https://mffh.org/) and is led by [Missouri Family Health Council, Inc.](https://www.sqshbook.org/resources/a0rt1iptBTqUmfkofW0iL) The Right Time is improving information about, and access to, quality contraceptive services by reducing costs and improving access. TheRightTime.org provides residents of Missouri with access to free and low-cost birth control, trustworthy information on birth control, and is committed to addressing persistent health disparities. Visit TheRightTime.org for more information. The Right Time health centers provide the following services: - Access to all methods of birth control. - Free or low-cost birth control to those who need it. - No insurance? No problem. - Telehealth appointments available at some locations.
Website
https://therighttime.org/
The Right Time - Find a Health Center
https://therighttime.org/where-to-get-birth-control/health-centers

Title X in Missouri

More about Title X in Missouri
  • 10.1 Sexual Health Services: General
  • 11.1 Reproductive Health Services: General
  • 11.2 Emergency Contraception
  • 11.5 Non-Emergency Contraception
[Missouri Family Health Council, Inc. (MFHC)](https://www.sqshbook.org/resources/a0rt1iptBTqUmfkofW0iL) is the sole Title X grantee for the state, receiving federal funds that are re-granted to healthcare clinics throughout Missouri to support the delivery of sexual and reproductive healthcare. In 2022, the Missouri Title X program and The Right Time initiative served 38,505 individuals. MFHC’s diverse [Title X provider network](https://mfhc.org/for-patients/get-healthcare.html) includes: - Federally-qualified health centers (FQHCs) - Health departments - Community action agencies - Hospitals - Standalone family planning clinics Services Offered by Title X: - Contraception counseling and supplies - Wellness (annual) exams - Clinical breast and cervical cancer screenings - Sexually transmitted infection (STI) and HIV prevention, screenings, treatment, and immunizations - Pregnancy screening and counseling - Preconception care - Reproductive life planning - Basic infertility services
List of MO Clinics - Title X & The Right Time
https://mfhc.org/for-patients/get-healthcare.html
Missouri Family Health Council, Inc.
https://mfhc.org/
For Title X Clinics Outside of MO (National Locator)
https://reproductivehealthservices.gov/

Fourth City Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence - Abbey of the Glittering Arch

More about Fourth City Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence - Abbey of the Glittering Arch
  • 7.7 Information on LGBTQIA+ Health
  • 8.4 Co-Counseling & Peer Counseling
  • 10.1 Sexual Health Services: General
  • 10.7 Sexual Health Education
  • 28.3 Community-Building & Spaces
  • 29.1 Social Groups & Events
The Fourth City Sisters of the Abbey of the Glittering Arch are a fully professed branch of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence servicing the Greater St. Louis Metro Area. We are a volunteer-led social group and 501c3 that focuses on outreach to the LGBTQQIA+ communities, promoting sexual education and health, peer counseling and support, and raising funds and awareness for LGBTQQIA+ organizations and missions. We are a 21st Century Order of Queer Drag Nuns whose prime directive is to Promulgate Universal Joy and Expiate Stigmatic Guilt. Membership is open to all.
Website
https://fourthcitysisters.org
mon@fourthcitysisters.org
mon@fourthcitysisters.org

North Central Community Health Center

More about North Central Community Health Center
  • 10.1 Sexual Health Services: General
  • 10.2 HIV & AIDS Care
  • 10.5 STI Testing & Treatment
The Saint Louis County Sexual Health Clinic offers STI prevention, testing, and treatment to all residents with no out-of-pocket costs. __Hours__ Mon-Fri: 8AM - 11:15AM (first session) and 12:30 - 3:30PM (second session). First come, first served. On the first Friday of each month, the Sexual Health Clinic will not open until 12:30PM to accommodate staff training. __Services offered__ Diagnosis, testing, and treatment for: Chlamydia Gonorrhea HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) Syphilis Trichomoniasis Free condoms, lube, dental dams, and internal condoms (also known as female condoms or FC2s) available PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis), daily medication which prevents HIV infection PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis), a 28-day course of medication that can greatly reduce the risk of HIV infection when begun within 72 hours after exposure to HIV __Cost__ Anyone is welcome in our health centers, regardless of ability to pay. Patients do not incur any out-of-pocket costs. Please bring your photo ID and an insurance card if you have one. We accept many major types of insurance, including Medicare and Medicaid. Services are offered at no cost for Saint Louis County residents without health insurance.
Website
https://stlouiscountymo.gov/st-louis-county-departments/public-health/sexual-health/
1-314-615-9736Sexual Health Clinic

St. Louis Department of Public Health

More about St. Louis Department of Public Health
  • 10.1 Sexual Health Services: General
  • 10.2 HIV & AIDS Care
  • 10.5 STI Testing & Treatment
For STD Testing Referral and Info call: 1-888-291-2437 The St. Louis Linkage to Care Intake Line (1-314-356-0200) is a resource to link people with HIV to the care they need, including: - Help finding a doctor - Assist with finding coverage for your HIV medical care - Assist with finding coverage for your HIV medication - Assist with access to other services like transportation, housing, dental, mental health counseling, support groups, and food in the St. Louis area. - Provide free testing for family, friends, and sex partners if they want to know their status.
Website
https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/health/communicable-disease/hiv-aids/#CP_JUMP_855731
1-314-356-0200Missouri Linkage to Care (LTC)
1-888-291-2437STD Testing Referral

KC Care Health Center

More about KC Care Health Center
  • 5.4 Ophthalmology
  • 5.6 Pathology and Immunology
  • 6.2 Pharmacies
  • 6.5 Health Insurance
  • 7.1 Gender Clinics & Centers
  • 7.2 Hormone Replacement Therapy
  • 8.1 Mental & Behavioral Health: Provider Networks
  • 8.2 Mental & Behavioral Health: Provider Organizations & Clinics
  • 10.1 Sexual Health Services: General
  • 10.2 HIV & AIDS Care
  • 10.5 STI Testing & Treatment
A health clinic providing quality care, access, research and education to the underserved with or without insurance. Services include: - __Gender-affirming hormone replacement therapy__ - Primary care - Testing & screening - Sexual health - HIV services - Health insurance navigation - Case management - Dental care - Behavioral health - Pharmacy Formerly named "Kansas City Free Health Clinic."
Website
https://kccare.org
1-816-656-8954Hormone Replacement Therapy Nurse
1-816-753-5144Main

University of Iowa LGBTQ Clinic

More about University of Iowa LGBTQ Clinic
  • 5.5 Otolaryngology
  • 7.2 Hormone Replacement Therapy
  • 10.1 Sexual Health Services: General
  • 11.1 Reproductive Health Services: General
UI's LGBTQ clinic in Coraville aims to provide a safe and affirming environment where you can receive hormone therapy, as well ongoing primary and preventive care to address all of your health and wellness needs. Services include: - Same-day urgent care - Immunizations - Routine exams - Chronic disease management - Chest/breast exams - Pelvic exams and pap tests - Prostate exams - Sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing, treatment and prevention - Hormone therapy and monitoring - Referrals to specialty providers and community resources - Post-surgical care for those who have undergone gender affirming surgery - Preconception counseling and referral for reproductive services - Pre Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV - Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) for HIV
Website
https://uihc.org/services/lesbian-gay-bisexual-transgender-queer-and-questioning-lgbtq-clinic
List of Accepted Insurance
https://uihc.org/ui-health-care-insurance-contract-list
Financial Assistance
https://uihc.org/patient-financial-resources#financial-assistance
1-800-777-8442General
1-319-467-2000Coralville Clinic

Empowered: A Center for Sexuality, LLC

More about Empowered: A Center for Sexuality, LLC
  • 10.1 Sexual Health Services: General
  • 10.3 Sex & Pleasure
  • 10.6 Sex Therapy
  • 10.7 Sexual Health Education
Empowered is a local organization aimed at providing quality sexuality services to ALL people. Services include: - Sex Therapy for all populations, with specialty in LGBTQIAP, Polyamory, and Autism - Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) - Couple’s Therapy and Trauma Therapy - Intervention services - Sexuality Education and Partnership and/or Sexual Skills Training - Sexual Support Groups e.g. POZitive HIV+ Support Group Free parking
https://www.facebook.com/empoweredcenterstl/
Website
http://www.empoweredcenter.com
1-314-932-1105General
nicholas.maio@empoweredcenter.com
nicholas.maio@empoweredcenter.com

City of St. Louis Department of Health Communicable Disease Prevention and Intervention Services

More about City of St. Louis Department of Health Communicable Disease Prevention and Intervention Services
  • 10.1 Sexual Health Services: General
  • 10.2 HIV & AIDS Care
  • 10.5 STI Testing & Treatment
  • 10.7 Sexual Health Education
The City of St. Louis Department of Health is a resource for finding local sexual health testing, treatment and support resources as well as free condoms. Provides communicable disease planning, counsel, and support. HIV/AIDS medical care; PrEP, PEP, HIV awareness. Report notifiable disease or conditions by calling (314) 657-1501 or faxing to (314) 612-5267
Website
https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/health/communicable-disease/index.cfm
1 (888) 291-2437General

STL Condoms

More about STL Condoms
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  • 10.1 Sexual Health Services: General
  • 10.5 STI Testing & Treatment
STL Condoms was an organization that distributed condoms around St. Louis. Their website offered a list of locations where free condoms could be found as well as safe sex information and local sexual health testing, treatment, and support resources.

American Sexual Health Association

More about American Sexual Health Association
  • 10.1 Sexual Health Services: General
  • 10.5 STI Testing & Treatment
  • 10.7 Sexual Health Education
Sexual Health: The website for this national organization serves as a source of reliable information on sexual health and STIs.
Website
https://www.ashasexualhealth.org/
1-919-361-8400General
info@ashasexualhealth.org
info@ashasexualhealth.org

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