Whether you're newly exploring your identity or have long known yourself outside the binary, you are not alone, and your identity is valid. These resources are here to offer support, knowledge, and community. The non-binary experience is diverse and dynamic, and every path is worthy of understanding, joy, and affirmation.
The Trevor Project
Provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ youth, including specific resources for non-binary individuals.
Trans Lifeline
Peer support run by and for trans and non-binary people. Offers crisis support and microgrants for name and ID changes.
National Center for Transgender Equality (NCTE)
Advocates for trans and non-binary rights through policy change and public education.
GLAAD
Offers resources for media representation, advocacy, and cultural support for LGBTQ+ people, including non-binary voices.
PFLAG
Provides support, education, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ individuals and their families. Many local chapters offer resources specific to non-binary identities.
Beyond the Gender Binary by Alok Vaid-Menon (2020)
A powerful and accessible book that challenges the idea that gender is binary. Alok, a gender-nonconforming artist and activist, brings clarity, heart, and wisdom to the conversation.
Gender Queer: A Memoir by Maia Kobabe (2019)
This award-winning graphic memoir explores identity, puberty, coming out, and family dynamics from the perspective of someone outside the gender binary.
They/Them/Their: A Guide to Nonbinary and Genderqueer Identities by Eris Young (2019)
A practical and thoughtful guide for non-binary and genderqueer people navigating the world, covering everything from language to healthcare.
Trans Like Me: Conversations for All of Us by CN Lester (2018)
While broader in scope, this book includes nuanced discussions about the non-binary experience and the intersections of trans identities.
Life Isn’t Binary by Meg-John Barker and Alex Iantaffi (2020)
A fascinating exploration of how binary thinking shapes society and how people can embrace fluidity in gender, relationships, and identity.
You and Your Gender Identity by Dara Hoffman-Fox, LPC (2017)
A guided exploration of your gender identity, designed for people questioning or seeking clarity, written by a genderqueer therapist.
The Gender Identity Workbook for Kids by Kelly Storck, LCSW (2018)
For parents or caregivers supporting non-binary or gender-expansive youth, this includes exercises and mental health affirmations.
Queer Psychology by Kevin L. Nadal (2021)
While academic, this text dives into psychological and therapeutic considerations for queer and non-binary clients.
A Clinician’s Guide to Gender-Affirming Care by Sand C. Chang PhD, Anneliese Singh PhD LPC, and lore m. dickey PhD (2018)
A useful resource for therapists, but also affirming for readers who want to understand what affirming care should look like.
Them
A digital platform celebrating non-binary, trans, and queer voices. Offers articles on culture, identity, beauty, and advocacy.
Nonbinary Wiki
An open-source encyclopedia and community resource dedicated to documenting non-binary identities, history, and terminology.
MyGenderation
A storytelling project that shares authentic experiences of trans and non-binary people through film and media.
Gender Spectrum
Focused on youth and families, Gender Spectrum provides education, support groups, and resources for understanding gender diversity.
Scarleteen
An inclusive sexual health and identity resource for young people, offering support for non-binary and gender-questioning individuals.
Gender Reveal
Hosted by journalist Tuck Woodstock, this podcast amplifies non-binary, trans, and gender-diverse voices. Features interviews, education, and personal stories.
NB: My Non-Binary Life
This BBC Sounds podcast, hosted by Caitlin Benedict, explores the non-binary experience through deeply personal reflections and societal analysis.
They/Them/Theirs
A monthly discussion podcast that captures the stories of non-binary and gender-diverse individuals through first-person storytelling.
En(gender)ed
A podcast about gender, power, and oppression that often features non-binary guests and explores systemic issues.
The Queer Collective
A bi-weekly podcast that explores queer identity, art, and mental health through honest conversations, uplifting underrepresented voices and celebrating LGBTQ+ life.
MyPronouns.org
Explains pronouns, how to use them, and why they matter.
Transequality.org ID Documents Center
State-by-state guide to legally updating identity documents.
GC2B Binder Resource Guide
Tips on safe chest binding for those who need it.
Trans Lifeline
877-565-8860 (U.S. & Canada)
A peer-run crisis line by and for trans and non-binary people. No nonconsensual active rescue—just empathetic, affirming support.
The Trevor Project
866-488-7386 | Text "START" to 678-678
Offers 24/7 crisis intervention, specifically for LGBTQ+ youth, including non-binary people under age 25. Also has chat and text services.
Q Chat Space
Live-chat support groups for LGBTQ+ youth that are moderated by professionals. Offers gender-diverse and non-binary-specific groups.
Therapist Directories & Referral Networks
These directories focus on LGBTQIA+ affirming care, helping non-binary individuals find professionals who understand gender-diverse experiences.
Tava Health
Instantly match with a therapist that understand your background and experiences to offer you the best care possible.
Inclusive Therapists
Offers a directory of therapists committed to cultural humility, including those with experience in gender-diverse and non-binary care. Searchable by identity and specialty.
Therapy for Queer People of Color
Offers mental health support specifically for queer and trans BIPOC, including non-binary folks.
National Queer and Trans Therapists of Color Network (NQTTCN)
Provides a directory and mental health resources for queer and trans people of color, including funding for therapy sessions.
OutCare Health
A nationwide directory of LGBTQ+ competent healthcare providers, including mental health professionals.
Pride Counseling
Online therapy platform tailored to LGBTQ+ people, matching individuals with affirming licensed therapists.
Support Groups & Peer Spaces
Gender Spectrum Groups
Free online support groups for teens, parents, and adults navigating gender diversity. Includes non-binary-specific spaces.
GLMA Provider Directory
While originally built for medical providers, this site can be used to find affirming mental health services in your area.
It Gets Better Project – Community Stories
A collection of powerful personal stories from LGBTQ+ people around the world, including non-binary voices, fostering a sense of belonging and hope.
Advocates for Trans Equality
Understanding Nonbinary People: How to Be Respectful and Supportive
This article offers guidance on understanding nonbinary identities and provides practical tips for showing respect, support, and allyship.
Tava Health
Why Pronouns Matter
Learn why pronouns matter, how to use them respectfully, navigate mistakes with grace, and build a more inclusive world – one word at a time.
Glossary of LGBTQ+ Terminology
Explore a comprehensive glossary of LGBTQ+ terminology.
Resources for Supporting the LGBTQ+ Community
Access a wide range of resources dedicated to supporting the LGBTQ+ community. From educational materials to support groups, find the help and information you need.
LGBTQ Foundation
What it means to be non-binary
This article from the LGBT Foundation explains how non-binary identities fit under the broader transgender umbrella and explores what it means to exist beyond the gender binary.
Mental Health America
Intersex identities and mental health
This article explains what it means to be intersex, highlights the mental health challenges intersex people may face, and affirms the diversity of their experiences.
Exploring and affirming your gender
This article offers guidance on exploring and affirming your gender identity—especially for transgender individuals—while highlighting the mental health challenges they may face and ways to navigate them safely.
Neuroqueer identities and mental health
An exploration of the strong connection between neurodivergence and gender nonconformity, including how identities like autism, ADHD, and queerness can intersect.
Verywell Mind
What Does It Mean to Be Nonbinary or Enby?
This article explores what it means to be nonbinary, including common identities under the nonbinary umbrella and how terms like "enby" came to be widely used.
Non-binary individuals face higher risks for anxiety, depression, and trauma, not because of their identity, but because of the societal stigma, exclusion, and misunderstanding they often endure. That’s why identity-affirming mental health care matters so much.
You deserve safety, compassion, clarity, and joy in your life—and you don’t have to go it alone.
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