Safe Spaces: A Guide to LGBTQ+ Welcoming
Businesses in Indianapolis

This guide is a curated collection of LGBTQ+ safe businesses and resources in the Indianapolis area. Each listing is proudly inclusive,
ensuring safe and welcoming spaces/services for all. This guide is a living document, continually growing to reflect the
vibrant LGBTQ+ community in Indianapolis.

Animal Care

• Log Cabin Animal Hospital – A compassionate veterinary practice that cares for pets from birth through the end of life. They offer integrative medicine, including chiropractic care, acupuncture, and herbal therapy. Website

Arts & Culture

• Felissa Joy Ceramics / Yellow Door Ceramics – A ceramics studio offering classes in a queer-friendly space where all identities are respected and celebrated. Website

• Irvington Arts Collective – An LGBTQ+ led arts non-profit providing creative experiences through community chorus, gallery shows, lessons, and an arts and wellness initiative. Website

• Irvington Vinyl & Books – A queer- and woman-owned bookstore and record shop that centers LGBTQIA+ voices, hosting inclusive events and featuring queer artists and writers. Instagram

Beauty & Personal Care

• A Soft Space – A queer-owned salon offering hair services in a welcoming and affirming environment. Website

• Black Coffee Nails – A queer-owned nail studio specializing in structured gel manicures, soft gel extensions, and intricate hand-painted nail art. Website

• Casondra Saxon Hair - Specializing in curly hair and gender-affirming services at Dark Horse Hair Co. Casondra is a member of
  Strands for Trans and The Dress Code Project.
  Booking 

• Dark Horse Hair Company – A gender-neutral salon embracing the values of peace, love, unity, and respect (PLUR). Open since 2019 as a true safe space for all. Website

• Indie Bridal Co. - Licensed hairstylists and makeup artists serving Indianapolis, Boulder, and surrounding areas.
  Website

• Julie Powers (Salon Citrine) - Providing non-gendered hair, skin, waxing, and makeup services.
  Instagram 

• Salon Citrine - Queer women-owned, gender-affirming salon in Irvington. Members of Strands for Trans and The Dress Code Project.
  Instagram

• WIP Downtown – A progressive and inclusive salon specializing in creative haircuts and color in a modern, welcoming environment. Website

Books & Culture

Golden Hour Books – A thoughtfully curated independent bookstore in the Meridian-Kessler area, featuring a selection of literary fiction,
translated literature, and children's books. A warm and inviting space for all readers.
Instagram

Creative & Event Spaces

• Paul’s Flower Shop - Rental space for creatives (events, photoshoots, and more) in Irvington. A proud member of IRCC and forever
  a safe space.
  Instagram | Booking

Culinary & Hospitality

• Helm Coffee - LGBTQ+ women-owned coffee roaster dedicated to crafting specialty coffee. Open Thursday-Sunday, 8 AM-2 PM.
  Website

• Kismetic Beer Company – A proud LGBTQ+ ally and safe space, this brewery actively supports the queer community through fundraising, partnerships, and inclusive events. Facebook

• Kitchen Sink Collective - Women-led culinary team specializing in in-home dinners and gourmet grazing tables. Their Home for Dinner program delivers globally inspired ready-to-eat meals.
  Website

• Monon Coffee Company – Established in 1997 in the Broad Ripple neighborhood, this cozy coffee shop serves organic fair-trade brews, specialty coffees, and locally made pastries. A welcoming space for work, conversation, and community. Website

• Scofflaw Speakeasy - A hidden cocktail bar above Shelby Street Tavern, offering a transportive experience in an intimate setting.
  Website

• The Avenue Coffeehouse – A community-focused coffee shop dedicated to social change, racial justice, and amplifying Black artistic voices. Offers coffee, food, live music, and a vibrant gathering space. Website

• The Jewel Box - A historic, lesbian-owned Airbnb within walking distance of Mass Ave & Bottleworks District.
  Listing 

Health & Wellness

Beech Grove Wellness – Gay-owned and operated wellness center offering therapeutic massage, one-on-one coaching, and art classes in a welcoming space. Website | Instagram

Catalyst Counseling & Consulting – Queer-owned, trauma-informed mental health services for individuals, couples, and families. Affirming and inclusive therapy. Website

Sara Hutson, MSW, LCSW | Hutson Psychotherapy, LLC – A queer-affirming therapist specializing in LGBTQ+ clients, with a focus on trans individuals. Website

Home & Professional Services

• Loki-Motion Cleaning – A transgender and neurodivergent-owned cleaning company providing judgment-free services in Indianapolis and surrounding areas. Contact: loki.motion.cleaning@outlook.com | (317) 257-2776

• Jessie Clean – A professional residential cleaning service that is pet- and kid-friendly, offering eco-friendly cleaning solutions. Proud members of the Indiana Rainbow Chamber of Commerce. Facebook | Instagram

• Crystal Vision Interiors (Kristen Fick) – A handyma’am for all your home project needs—welcoming to everyone unless you’re a jerk. ;) Contact: crystalvisioninteriors@gmail.com | (317) 721-8226 | Instagram

Legal Services

• Law Office of Sarah Heck - Lesbian-owned law firm specializing in LGBTQ+ estate planning, second-parent adoptions, and more.
  Website

Outdoor & Adventure

• Misthaven Resort - Indiana’s newest LGBTQ+ campground, providing a welcoming and affirming space for all.
  Website

• Project Rewild Outdoors - Custom guided adventures, Indiana Wildlife Federation Women’s Hikes, and outdoor experiences for women, non-binary, queer, and trans individuals.
  Website

Real Estate

• Kalliopi Nikou - Realtor serving Indy’s East Side and beyond.
  Website

Retail & Design

• Alley Cat Ceramics - Ceramic studio and shop offering handmade goods and creative space in Indianapolis.
  Website

• Hampton & Co. - A retail experience featuring crystals, home decor, vintage finds, and gifts in Historic Irvington.
  Website

• Naptown Floral - Unique, out-of-the-box floral designs for LGBTQ+ couples and more.
  Website

• Queer Chocolatier - Handmade, high-quality chocolate confections created by a queer maker with a mission of radical inclusivity.
  Website

• Stomping Ground Indy - Fresh flowers daily, open seven days a week in Indianapolis.
  Website 

• The House of Breton - Inclusive fashion designer specializing in custom wedding attire for trans & non-binary individuals.
  Website 

• The Local Radish – A holistic handmade goods and metaphysical store offering crystals, incense, herbs, apothecary items, candles, books, jewelry, oddities, and tarot readings. Grand re-opening planned for 3/1/25. 705 E. 52nd St, Indianapolis, IN 46205 | Website

Tattoo & Body Art

• Annie Burkhard (@boobyhill_) at Mythical Wizard Tattoo – Queer-friendly tattoo artist creating custom pieces in a welcoming space. Instagram

• Jess (@jessflowerspiercings) at Golden Goose Tattoo Company – A skilled and inclusive body piercer providing a safe and affirming experience. Instagram

• Katie Small - Tattoo artist at Firefly Tattoo Collective, specializing in unique, custom designs.
  Website 

Tech & Business Services

• Misty Eilar - Web designer, project manager, SEO specialist, and more.
  Website

Wedding & Event Services

• Riley Phoebus – A lesbian/non-binary officiant with The Satanic Temple, serving Chicago and Indianapolis.

  Contact: riley.phoebus@thesatanictemple.org

Wellness & Bodywork

• Emma Blythe, M.A., CCC-SLP - Speech-language pathologist specializing in gender-affirming voice therapy.
  Website

• Flow State Muscular Therapy - Deep tissue, custom muscular therapy, relaxation, and energy work in Broad Ripple.
  Instagram

• Handy Yoga - Affordable, transformational yoga for all, striving to make yoga accessible while honoring diverse bodies and experiences.
  Website

• Modd Body - Trauma-informed bodywork in Indianapolis. Queer & SW-friendly.
  Instagram