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Prism Counseling & Advocacy

Prism Counseling & Advocacy, Inc (PCA) provides quality care for LGBTQQIP2SA+ folx and their families

RAI provides accessible, and affirming care, through counseling and case management, to LGBTQIA+ people living with mental health struggles, substance use difficulties, disordered eating issues, folx with disabilities, and families. RAI vows to be dedicated to being LGBTQQIP2SA+ and BIPOC allies, trauma-informed, neurodivergence-affirming, fat liberation focused and anti-body oppression/terrorism, sex & kink-affirming, anti-ableist, decolonizing, and anti-capitalist. At RAI, there will always be a focus on social justice and providing therapy that is empowering and de-stigmatizing for all clients.

11/19/2025

Are you on the search for new employment? We may have just the position for you! 📌

We are seeking a full-time case manager to work out of In Our Own Voices, to help support our community members who have experienced violence, and need connection to resources and supports.

What do we offer?:

💰$58,500 annual salary
🩺 Full benefits
👏🏾 An opportunity to work alongside a team of supportive, like-minded individuals, unified in their dedication to serve the 2SLGBTQIA and BIPOC communities of New York

Excited to learn more? Stop by our website for more information and to apply today! 🏳️‍🌈

11/10/2025

Resource alert! ❗️ Mount Sinai Hospital operates the NYS PEP Hotline and provides services to NYS regions outside of NYC. The Hotline ensures timely access to emergency medication 24/7 following a potential non-occupational exposure to HIV. When a call is made to the Hotline, the caller’s exposure event is assessed and, when appropriate, a clinical provider can prescribe PEP medication. If PEP medication is prescribed, callers are directed to meet with a local medical provider as soon as possible for baseline testing and follow-up.

In need of direct and competent care? Call the hotline at (844) 3PEPNYC (for NYC residents) or (844) PEP4NOW (for New York residents outside of NYC) today! 📲

11/07/2025

In these times of deep unrest, in which people’s lives are being completely uprooted solely on the basis of racial profiling, it is imperative to know your rights when it comes to be unjustly stopped or reprimanded by ICE. Please refer to this post for more information!

💭 When do you have to open the door for ICE? Never! You are within your rights to ask ICE agents to leave when possible. You are also not required to show or submit any documentation pertaining to your immigration status. Above all else, you are allowed to remain silent.

A version of the post in Spanish is available on the second slide. As always, feel free to contact us at (518) 801-2521, or via email at contact@prismalbany.org. Alternatively, visit the NYS Office of New Americans’ website, for more information!: https://dos.ny.gov/office-new-americans-0

10/30/2025

Resource Alert! ❗️ Point of Pride, an organization dedicated to enriching the lives of trans youth and adults, is hosting their Annual Trans Surgery Fund. This scholarship-like program provides financial aid to trans folx who are unable to afford gender-affirming surgery on their own.

The application for the fund opens on November 1st, 2025 and will remain open until November 30th, 2025. 📝

Tomorrow, 10/31, Point of Pride is also hosting a “Surgery Fund: Before You Apply” information session at 2 p.m., and again on November 4th at 2 p.m., in which you can learn more information of the program and get any lingering questions answered.

In the meantime, follow their instagram () and visit their website for more information! 🏳️‍⚧️

10/10/2025

As the leaves begin to change and the colder months approach, it’s important to reflect on how the shift in seasons can impact our mental health. 🍂

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), also known as seasonal depression, affects many people in our community. Symptoms can vary from person to person, but how can we recognize the signs within ourselves? Refer to this checklist of questions for guidance!:

😴 Am I getting enough sleep? 🍽️ Am I nourishing myself throughout the day? 🎨 Am I losing interest in hobbies or activities that once brought me joy? ❤️‍🩹 Am I feeling hopeless or overwhelmed?

Checking in with ourselves is the first step toward caring for our mental well-being. Of course, we’re always here for you. Seeking support? Contact our office today at (518) 801-2521, or email at contact@prismalbany.org!

09/23/2025

Are you a book lover or writer looking for a space to explore revolutionary ideas through literature? 📚 Join us for Prism’s Revolutions Through Writing! Run by Theo R. and Amira H., this dynamic group will double as a book club and writing workshop, focusing on revolutionary themes and banned books. In a world filled with political and social challenges, fiction can be a powerful tool to process and make sense of our emotions. Let’s come together to reflect, create, and decipher the world through the written word.

Interested in joining us this Thursday? Scan the QR code on the flyer to confirm your attendance! We will send over the link to join if you’re planning on attending virtually. We can’t wait to see you there! 📝🤩✨

09/19/2025

This week, Representatives Nancy Mace and Ronny Jackson called for the institutionalization of TGNCNB people following an increase in targeted attacks on LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and immigrant focused non-profits. Thursday, news broke that the FBI is developing tools to classify transgender activists as “nihilistic violent extremists.”

We are witnessing a dangerous escalation of rhetoric that puts our community members, our family, at even greater risk. The cruelty aimed at our communities are life threatening.

We want to be abundantly clear that the narrative that transgender people are "violent", "threatening", or "extremist" is hateful and without evidence.

There are no words to help ease the anxiety, anger, and pain that this is causing. Whatever fear and uncertainty you might be dealing with, know that we are here. In a time meant to scare us into hiding, Prism will continue to stand firm and fight for our community. We will not comply early, we will not pretend. Prism will remain in alignment with the values that have led us to support and serve our community across NYS. To our TGNCNB clients - you are worthy of love and respect. No matter what is said, you belong here.

If you are feeling the weight of these actions and need support, we are only a phone call away.

📱 518-801-2521
💌 contact@prismalbany.org

09/16/2025

September is World Su***de Prevention Month. We use this month to raise awareness around the globe that su***de can be prevented. No matter who you are, where you come from, or who you love, you matter.

Reach out, share, and check in on someone today. It might be the light they need to seek further support and keep pushing through.

This post highlights hotlines that may be helpful to you in times of darkness. A few more are listed below!:

🌈 LGBTQ+ Support:

The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386, or Text START to 678678 (24/7 support for LGBTQ+ youth in crisis)

💚 General Su***de Prevention:

National Su***de Prevention Lifeline (USA): 988 (24/7 confidential support for anyone in crisis)

🌍 International Support:

Samaritans (UK & Ireland): 116 123
Lifeline (Australia): 13 11 14
Crisis Text Line (Canada): Text HOME to 741741

Finally, of course, we here at Prism are always here for you. There’s always someone out there ready to listen. You are never alone. 🫶🏳️‍🌈

09/09/2025

Join us again for Q***r Crafting, starting October 2nd at 6 p.m.! 🎨🖌️🖼️ This is a space for all things creative, from knitting to painting to origami. You are welcome to stop by either virtually or in person at our office in Albany, NY. Any questions? Call us at (518) 801-2521, or scan the QR code on the flyer to learn more. We can’t wait to make with you! 🧑‍🎨🌈

09/02/2025

Prism Counseling & Advocacy is facing funding cuts due to recent executive orders. We are committed to our community, whose expansive identities exist outside of the binaries this administration hopes to uphold. We will continue to provide mental health services to our *2SLGBTQIA+ community throughout New York State. We’re proud of the work we’re doing, and we can’t do it without you. We need your help! ✨

Will you become a monthly donor? Your monthly donation will help us to continue to provide sliding scale therapy, case management, and group therapy. Support us at the link in our bio, or here!: https://lnkd.in/g6CSDvQf 🌈

Thank you for your continued support!

08/26/2025

Join Stories of Immigrants tomorrow, the 27th, at 1 p.m. EST for a free, vital webinar that equips community members, volunteers, and advocates with practical knowledge on how to support immigrant neighbors during these challenging and disturbing times.

This webinar will cover understanding immigrants’ protections during enforcement actions, offers steps to take if you encounter an ICE operation, will assist families in preparing safety plans, and much more. Whether you are a healthcare worker, service provider, or simply a concerned civilian, this meeting is for you.

To register, simply scan the QR code on the flyer. We look forward to seeing you there!

08/20/2025

💭 Self-care is intentional time set aside to recharge and restore our bodies and minds. Especially now, given the current climate we find ourselves in, it is imperative for maintaining mental and physical health. But what exactly does self-care look like for TGNCNB folx, and how can we ensure it’s effective? Refer to this checklist! Created by Taylor E., our board secretary, this list presents an organized approach to mindful self-care. From creating empowering playlists to understanding when further external support is needed, explore this informative guide to self-reconnection, and let us know which steps work best for you! 🌱

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10 Colvin Avenue, Suite 106
Albany, NY
12206

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Monday	8am - 6pm
Tuesday	8am - 6pm
Wednesday	8am - 6pm
Thursday	8am - 6pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

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