the Montrose Center

the Montrose Center 🏳️‍🌈 Empowering LGBTQIA+ Houston to live healthier, more fulfilling lives since 1978 🏳️‍⚧️ Please do not post political ads/comments on our timeline.
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The Montrose Center was founded in 1978 as Montrose Counseling Center to address the gap in accessible and affirming mental health services for gay men and lesbians. The Center was one of the first to respond to the emergence of HIV and AIDS in the 1980s and continues to provide HIV counseling, case management, housing, and emergency financial assistance to those living with HIV. Over the years, we have expanded our services to include intensive outpatient treatment for alcohol and substance use recovery, violence survivor services regarding domestic violence, sexual assault, hate crimes and human trafficking through our Anti-Violence Program, HIV/STI community health screenings, education and outreach, and programs designed specifically to meet the needs of youth and seniors. Our LGBT Switchboard 24-hour help line is also accessible 24-hours a day for crisis intervention, peer phone counseling, and information/referral. The Center regularly provides health education and disease prevention outreach to more than 40,000 individuals each year, and offers training to schools, corporations and healthcare professionals on these topics as well as general LGBTQ+ diversity issues. Over the last 40+ years, the Montrose Center has become Houston's hub for the LGBTQ+ community, regularly organizing events and programing in our first floor community center. With everything from free wellness and educational classes to meetings and events hosted by dozens of other social, civic and nonprofit groups, there is literally something for everyone happening at the Center nearly every day

The Center is an affiliated agency of United Way of Greater Houston and accredited by The Joint Commission in behavioral health. It became the first Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) in Texas and remains the only CCBHC in the nation with a focus on LGBTQ+ individuals and people living with HIV. We have an Institutional Review Board [IRB] that must approve any and all surveys conducted through the Montrose Center and its electronic outlets (website, social media, email, etc.). Please contact Rick Musquiz at 713.529.0037 or rmusquiz@montrosecenter.org. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. We are thrilled that you are part of the political process and a registered voter, but any partisan political comments will be removed.

03/13/2026

We are proud to announce our Beneficiary of Bunnies on the Bayou 47 Amethyst Year. 💜 the Montrose Center

Grab your ears and your friends for Bunnies on the Bayou 47: Resistance in Bloom!! Where joy is power, community is everything, and the party has a purpose.

👉Tickets Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/.../bunnies-on-the-bayou-47.

03/13/2026

Say hello to your new TransWellness Program Coordinators! 🩵🤍💗 Daron and Rasheeda have joined the Montrose Center team and we are beyond excited to have them. Drop a welcome in the comments below and stay tuned, more to come from these two soon!

She's not afraid of the big bad wolf. Trust us, she's the reason no one messes with the red cape. Meet Reign LaRue, the ...
03/09/2026

She's not afraid of the big bad wolf. Trust us, she's the reason no one messes with the red cape. Meet Reign LaRue, the Diva of Houston. She owns every path in the woods and is bringing it all to the Empowering Our Future Gala.

The event benefits the Montrose Center and our youth services, because every young person deserves to write their own happily ever after.

Costumes and drag encouraged. Knowing what big moves you have? Required.

Saturday, April 25, 2026
The Ballroom at Bayou Place
Reserve your seats today: https://tinyurl.com/4bvrnwy9

Join us tomorrow for Montrose Monday! 🌸 Come welcome Spring with a fun floral arrangement night. All supplies provided, ...
03/08/2026

Join us tomorrow for Montrose Monday! 🌸 Come welcome Spring with a fun floral arrangement night. All supplies provided, but feel free to bring your own flowers or vase to make it your own.

📅 Sunday, March 9
🕒 6:00 to 8:00pm
📍 401 Branard St, Room 107

Sign up here: https://montrosecenter.org/event/floral-arrangements-107/

Then stick around for a special screening of Love & Pride, a celebration of q***r courage, love, and community.

🎬 7:00 to 9:00pm (Screening begins at 7:30pm)
📍 Room 106

Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/mm8evnkm

Being seen changes everything 🩵🤍💗 This March 31, join us as we celebrate Transgender Day of Visibility and honor trans l...
03/07/2026

Being seen changes everything 🩵🤍💗
This March 31, join us as we celebrate Transgender Day of Visibility and honor trans lives, trans stories, and trans joy in every walk of life.

Enjoy live performances, an inspiring panel discussion, and food as we come together in community.

Tuesday, March 31 | 6 PM - 8PM
Location: the Montrose Center

Ser visto lo cambia todo 🩵🤍💗 Este 31 de marzo, acompáñanos a celebrar el Día Internacional de la Visibilidad Trans y honrar las vidas, historias y alegrías trans en todos los ámbitos de la vida.

Disfruta de presentaciones en vivo, un panel inspirador y comida mientras nos reunimos en comunidad.

Martes, 31 de marzo | 6 PM - 8 PM
Lugar: the Montrose Center

Join us for SPRY Social Hour! 🌈 A fun afternoon for LGBTQ+ seniors 60+ to meet the team, enjoy free refreshments, and ma...
03/07/2026

Join us for SPRY Social Hour! 🌈

A fun afternoon for LGBTQ+ seniors 60+ to meet the team, enjoy free refreshments, and make new friends. We'd love to see you there!

For questions, contact (713) 485-5084 or email snleota@montrosecenter.org

📅 Monday, March 23
🕒 3:00 to 5:00pm
📍 401 Branard St, Room 112

NEST (Nurturing, Empowering & Supporting, Together) is a safe, confidential space where parents, caregivers, and familie...
03/06/2026

NEST (Nurturing, Empowering & Supporting, Together) is a safe, confidential space where parents, caregivers, and families can connect, share experiences, and support each other through this journey.

Whether you're celebrating your child's courage or navigating questions you never expected to ask, this group is here for you. You'll find understanding, resources, and a community of folks who truly get it.

NEST is free and facilitated by partners with real expertise. It's open to parents and caregivers of LGBTQ+ youth (18+).

Pre-registration is required to keep the space safe and confidential for everyone. Once you register, we'll send you all the details.

Ready to connect: https://montrosecenter.org/hatch-information-request-form

03/06/2026

Lucky you, it's that time of year again! 🍀 Bringin' in the Green is back for its 34th year and we cannot wait to celebrate with you.

A huge thank you to our hosts Luis Adame & Chris Robertson and Paul Brockman & Scott Greenwood for making it happen!

Thursday, March 12
5-8PM | 2711 Yupon St

Tickets start at $50. Become a sponsor and get exclusive access to the rooftop patio bar with stunning views of Montrose and Downtown Houston.

Get your tickets today: https://montrosecenter.org/bitg2026

03/05/2026

Walk on in, no sign up required! Join JuJu for Community Yoga this March.

March Dates:
Sunday, March 8
Sunday, March 15
Sunday, March 22
Sunday, March 29

Details:
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
401 Branard St, Room 107
Free and open to the public
An affirming space for all identities and body types
Bring your own mat, props, and friends

See y'all this Sunday at Poppy's Run for Life!There's still time to join us at Hennessy Park for this important walk/run...
03/05/2026

See y'all this Sunday at Poppy's Run for Life!

There's still time to join us at Hennessy Park for this important walk/run supporting su***de awareness and prevention. Whether you're walking the 1K, running the 5K, or 10K, or cheering from the sidelines, we'd love to have you there.

Proceeds support our mental health services, meaning every mile you walk or run directly helps folks in our community get the support they deserve.

🏃 Join our team:
https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/RaceGroup-2001808?raceId=137247

Address

401 Branard Street
Houston, TX
77006

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6:15pm
Tuesday 8am - 6:15pm
Wednesday 8am - 6:15pm
Thursday 8am - 6:15pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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Empowering LGBTQ Houston since 1978.

The Montrose Center was founded in 1978 as Montrose Counseling Center to address the gap in accessible and affirming mental health services for gay men and le****ns. The Center was one of the first to respond to the emergence of HIV and AIDS in the 1980's and continues to provide HIV counseling, case management, housing and emergency financial assistance. Other services include intensive outpatient treatment for alcohol and chemical dependency [Way Out Recovery Program]; violence survivor services regarding domestic violence, sexual assault and hate crimes; and most recently -- programs designed specifically to meet the needs of youth age 13-20 [Hatch Youth], and seniors age 60+ [SPRY: Seniors Preparing for Rainbow Years]. Our LGBT Switchboard 24-hour help line is accessible 24-hours for crisis intervention, peer phone counseling, and information/referral. The Center provides health education and disease prevention outreach to more than 40,000 individuals each year, and offers training to schools, corporations and healthcare professionals on these topics as well as general LGBT and diversity issues. In recent years, since our relocation to 401 Branard Street, the Center has become Houston's hub for LGBT community events and organizing, with 6800 sq.ft. of affordable lease and single use rent space. Resident organizations include PFLAG-Houston, Le***an Health Initiative, Pride Houston, and Dignity Houston. With free wellness and learning classes and activities hosted regularly by the Center, plus meetings and events hosted by dozens of other social, civic and nonprofit groups, there is literally something for everyone happening at the Center nearly every day. The Center is an affiliated agency of United Way of Greater Houston and accredited by The Joint Commission in behavioral health. We have an Institutional Review Board [IRB] that must approve any and all surveys conducted through the Montrose Center and its electronic outlets (website, social media, email, etc.). Please contact Rick Musquiz at 713.529.0037 or rmusquiz @montrosecenter.org. Please do not post political ads/comments on our timeline. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. We are thrilled that you are part of the political process and a registered voter, but any partisan political comments will be removed.