Houston has an established herpes support community anchored by the Houston HELP chapter, which has been meeting monthly for years. Whether you’re looking for a structured support meeting, casual social events, or clinical resources, here’s what’s available in the Houston area.
In-person herpes support groups in Houston
Houston HELP
- When: 3rd Tuesday of each month, 6:30–8:00 PM
- Where: Montrose Clinic, Houston
- Phone: (866) 841-9139 ext 2551 (toll-free)
- Email: HoustonHELP@yahoo.com
- Address: P.O. Box 7306, Houston, TX 77248-7306
- What to expect: Recognized and sponsored by ASHA (American Sexual Health Association). Structured meetings with peer support, education, and a safe space to share.
Social groups and meetups
Houston H Friends. A social meetup group for people with HSV throughout the Houston metro area. Events span The Woodlands, Sugar Land, Clear Lake, and Galveston. Members also come from College Station, Beaumont, Austin, and Dallas-Fort Worth.
Clear Lake H Friends. Serves the Clear Lake, Houston, and Galveston County areas with meetings, social events, and activities.
Clinical resources in Houston
Houston Health Department. HIV/STI Services
- Northside Health Center
- Sharpstown Health Services
- Sunnyside Health and Multi-Service Center
- Phone: (832) 393-5010
- Walk-in STI testing available weekdays, plus a mobile clinic
Legacy Community Health. Free walk-in HIV/STI testing at several Houston locations.
Harris County Public Health. Free STI testing, counseling, education, and outreach services throughout the county.
Virtual and online options for Houston residents
- Herpes Opportunity virtual support calls. Connect from anywhere in a safe, facilitated group
- SPFPP virtual groups. Weekly online meetings. Visit spfpp.org
- ASHA online forums. Anonymous discussions covering transmission rates, treatment, and disclosure
The Houston herpes community is more connected than you might think. Reach out, you’ll be glad you did.
