The Prism Program was launched in 2021 by Mental Health America of WI to provide free, accessible peer support by and for LGBTQ+ people. For four years, queer and trans peer specialists supported hundreds of people via warmline, virtual and in-person support groups, and provided consultation and education to many statewide partners. As of 2025, the Prism Program is on hiatus due to lack of funding.
MHA-WI is immensely proud of the impact of the Prism Program and hopes to reinvigorate the program one day. We are deeply grateful to all the partners along the way who were champions of and advocates for Prism and LGBTQ+ mental health.
The LGBTQ+ population can still find accessible, affirming mental health support at the resources below:
MHA-WI's Weekly Virtual LGBTQ+ Support Group
For anyone LGBTQ+ identifying (16+)
Meets on Tuesdays at 7pm Central Time
Access the public Zoom link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84120554336?pwd=Q0Y5dmNVN0g0Y1lKdGIvTEF0b0dqQT09
Or Join by Meeting ID: 841 2055 4336
To connect on shared experiences as LGBTQ+ people, mental health or substance use struggles, or any other life experiences that you’re going through
Other Resources for LGBTQ+ Mental Health Support
Community Education
MHA-WI still has capacity for education and training to care providers and other communities committed to LGBTQ+ health equity. This can come in the form of presentations, facilitated discussion and other virtual or onsite visits for technical assistance. Reach out to Erica Steib, State Suicide Prevention Program Manager (erica@mhawisconsin.org) to make a request or learn more. If we aren’t able to meet the request, we will connect you with another partner who can!