You're Not the Only One Going Through This
Living with an STI can bring questions, uncertainty, and moments when you simply want to talk to someone who understands. Find a community where people share experiences, offer encouragement, and remind each other that life doesn't stop after an STI diagnosis.
A growing community looking for connection and support.
Dating & Relationship Resources
Trusted niche dating platforms, disclosure resources, and expert guidance to help you navigate relationships with confidence.
PositiveSingles
A large, privacy-focused dating and social community for people living with HSV, HIV, HPV, and other STIs, offering dating, friendship, support, and connection.
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MPWH (Meet People With Herpes)
An HSV-focused dating and support community where people living with herpes can connect through dating, private messaging, forums, and other community features.
Visit MPWH →
CDC Partner Services
Official CDC resources explaining partner notification and partner services, including confidential ways health departments and providers can help people notify partners about possible STI or HIV exposure.
Visit CDC Partner Services →
American Sexual Health Association (ASHA) – Sexual Health & Relationships
Expert-backed sexual health resources covering relationships, communication, disclosure, safer sex, and STI-related concerns for individuals and couples.
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Testing & Clinical Care
Essential tools and verified locators to help you find confidential testing, telehealth, and clinical care near you.
CDC Get Tested
The official U.S. locator for finding confidential HIV, STI, and viral hepatitis testing and vaccination services near you, including free or low-cost options.
Visit Locator →
Planned Parenthood
A nationwide nonprofit healthcare network offering STI testing and treatment, in-person and telehealth care, with free or low-cost options available at participating health centers.
Visit Planned Parenthood →
NHS Sexual Health Services
The NHS directory for finding free and confidential sexual health clinics across the UK, offering STI testing and treatment, PrEP, PEP, contraception, and vaccinations.
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SH:24
An NHS-partnered digital sexual health service offering free, discreet home STI testing, specialist advice, and treatment for eligible infections in participating UK areas.
Visit SH:24 →
World Health Organization (WHO) – STI Resources
The global public health authority providing evidence-based STI guidance covering prevention, diagnosis, treatment, surveillance, and care.
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STI-Specific Resources
Condition-specific guides, education, and networks tailored for HSV, HIV, HPV, and other individual health needs.
American Sexual Health Association (ASHA) – National Herpes Resource Center
A leading sexual health organization providing evidence-based information, education, and stigma-reduction resources for people affected by herpes and other STIs.
Visit ASHA →
GNP+ (Global Network of People Living with HIV)
A global, community-led network run by people living with HIV, advancing health, rights, community leadership, and evidence-based advocacy worldwide.
Visit GNP+ →
The Well Project
A nonprofit focused on women living with and vulnerable to HIV, providing education, community support, advocacy, and leadership resources.
Visit The Well Project →
TheBody
A long-standing HIV community resource providing evidence-based information, medical news, personal perspectives, and resources for people affected by HIV.
Visit TheBody →
International Papillomavirus Society (IPVS)
A global scientific society advancing papillomavirus research, evidence-based prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment, public awareness, and international education.
Visit IPVS →
Emotional & Peer Support
Safe space communities, crisis helplines, and licensed therapy networks to support your mental and emotional well-being.
UNAIDS Community Organizations Map
An interactive global directory connecting individuals with local, community-led HIV and STI support groups and grassroots networks worldwide.
Visit UNAIDS →
The Trevor Project
The leading crisis intervention organization offering 24/7 free, confidential phone, text, and chat support for LGBTQ+ young people.
Visit The Trevor Project →
GMHC (Gay Men's Health Crisis)
A historic community organization providing comprehensive HIV prevention, mental health counseling, legal aid, and supportive social services.
Visit GMHC →
Psychology Today Therapist Directory
A comprehensive global search platform to filter and connect with licensed therapists specializing in sexual health, chronic conditions, and STI-related anxiety.
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Rights, Advocacy & Education
Authoritative resources on healthcare rights, legal protections, inclusive care, and global efforts to reduce STI-related stigma.
Lambda Legal
A U.S. civil rights organization providing legal information, advocacy, and a Help Desk for discrimination involving sexual orientation, gender identity, and HIV status.
Visit Lambda Legal →
Human Rights Campaign – Healthcare Equality Index
A national benchmarking tool and facility search helping users identify healthcare organizations evaluated for LGBTQ+ inclusive policies and practices.
Visit Healthcare Equality Index →
CDC STI Awareness & Education
Official CDC resources offering STI fact sheets, prevention information, testing guidance, communication tools, and educational materials for the public and health professionals.
Visit CDC STI Awareness →
World Health Organization (WHO) – STI Resources
Global STI resources covering prevention, diagnosis, treatment, surveillance, health equity, and efforts to address stigma and barriers to care.
Visit WHO Resources →
Local Dating Support
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You are more than your diagnosis.
Your experience is part of your story — not the whole of who you are.
Every resource linked here aims to be inclusive, respectful, and judgment-free.
Your privacy is important. Explore at your own pace, anonymously if you'd like.
You choose when, how, and whether to connect. There's no rush.
Your own story and experience can help someone else feel less alone.
Not sure where to start?
That's okay. Take a deep breath. Start with one small step.