Most of the groups listed here are for married men who are questioning their sexuality and/or considering coming out. Gay Dad groups are included because they are likely to contain men who have been in straight marriages.

Groups that welcome all bi and gay men and groups for both bi men and bi women are not listed. These groups are common and can usually be found at local LGBTQ centers. You can search for a center near you HERE.

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California

Married...Once Married Gay & Bi Men's Support Group (Berkeley)
Successfully supporting married and once married men for over 30 years.  This is a drop-in, confidential peer support group for exploring the complications of being sexually attracted to men while also being a husband and/or a father.  Wednesdays, 8-10pm.  Contact email: marriedmensgroup@pacificcenter.org and website.
marriedmensgroup@pacificcenter.org
This is a drop-in, confidential peer support group for exploring the complications of being sexually attracted to men while also being a husband and/or a father. - See more at: http://pacificcenter.org/marriedformerly-married-gay-bi-men#sthash.dkalDYGs.dpuf

Successfully supporting married and formerly married men for over 30 years.

Every Wednesday
8 – 10 PM



This is a drop-in, confidential peer support group for exploring the complications of being sexually attracted to men while also being a husband and/or a father.
- See more at: http://pacificcenter.org/marriedformerly-married-gay-bi-men#sthash.dkalDYGs.dpuf

Successfully supporting married and formerly married men for over 30 years.

Every Wednesday
8 – 10 PM



This is a drop-in, confidential peer support group for exploring the complications of being sexually attracted to men while also being a husband and/or a father.
- See more at: http://pacificcenter.org/marriedformerly-married-gay-bi-men#sthash.dkalDYGs.dpuf

Successfully supporting married and formerly married men for over 30 years.

Every Wednesday
8 – 10 PM



This is a drop-in, confidential peer support group for exploring the complications of being sexually attracted to men while also being a husband and/or a father.
- See more at: http://pacificcenter.org/marriedformerly-married-gay-bi-men#sthash.dkalDYGs.dpuf

Successfully supporting married and formerly married men for over 30 years.

Every Wednesday
8 – 10 PM



This is a drop-in, confidential peer support group for exploring the complications of being sexually attracted to men while also being a husband and/or a father.
- See more at: http://pacificcenter.org/marriedformerly-married-gay-bi-men#sthash.dkalDYGs.dpuf

Men's Coming Out Support Group (Oceanside)
A group to support men who are straight, gay, bi, trans or questioning in coming out and being out.  If you need support in being comfortable telling people who you are, this is the group for you.  We believe that everyone is always coming out in one way or another.  Meets every Monday at 6:30pm in Oceanside.  Contact info@ncresourcecenter.org or visit their website.

Bisexual Men's Support Group (Palm Springs)
A group of supportive men in exploring and experiencing what it means to be a bisexual man in the 21st century.  Meets 2nd Thursday of each month at 7pm Palm Springs.  Contact palmspringsgary7@gmail.com or visit their website.

Sacramento Gay Dads (Sacramento)
A forum to bring Sacramento Gay Dads and their families together in a social environment with other families consisting of Gay Dad(s) to foster healthy relationships for our children.  For additional information, visit their website.

Men's Coming Out (San Diego)
A group to support men who are straight, gay, bi, trans or questioning in coming out and being out.
Meets Thursdays, 7:15 - 8:45pm in San Diego. Contact aheier@thecentersd.org or visit their website.

SF Bay Area Gay Dads Meetup (San Francisco)
Meet other local Bay Area Gay Dads and their families!  Our kids will be able to interact with other families with gay dads. We'll have a chance to talk about the joys and challenges of parenting in general and we'll be able to share the unique experience of raising kids as gay dads. The goal is to keep the meetups informal and easy. We visit some great Bay Area spots to go with the families... and even a few "Dads Night Out" events!  For additional information, visit their website.

Bi Boys' Happy Hour (San Francisco)
Join us at a happy hour in San Francisco where we can meet-n-greet, share stories, make friends, enjoy either the hot bartenders or the sporting events du jour (or both), and maybe plan outdoor activities (think biking, rock climbing, that sort of thing). All over-21 bi-male-identified participants welcome (i.e. trans friendly) - also, these are fun social events, not a hookup scene.  For additional information, visit their website.

Oregon

Portland Gay Dads (Portland)
This group is for gay guys with children who like to have adventures together as a group, sometimes with the kids along and sometimes not.  It is also for guys who dream of becoming parents some day.  For additional information, visit their website.

Washington

Gay Fathers Association of Seattle (Seattle)
Over 30 years ago, men like you formed the Gay Fathers Association of Seattle (GFAS) to provide a safe and supportive environment for all gay or bisexual men who have children and their families. Every man is welcome.  Every Thursday evening the Association hosts a safe and anonymous support group meeting from 7:30 to 9:00pm at the Group Health Cooperative, Capitol Hill campus in Seattle .  Additionally, a bisexual men's breakout meeting is held in conjunction with the support group meeting on the second Thursday of each month.  For additional details, here is the Association's website and email address: info@gfas.org.

Seattle Gay Dads (Seattle)
A casual, conversational social group of gay men dealing with the day in, day out of parenting children. Fun stories, support, and laughter at the common stories and struggles we all share.  For more information, visit their website.

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