DBSA (Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance) – Missouri
About This Group
DBSA (Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance) offers free, peer-led support groups for individuals living with depression and bipolar disorder in Missouri. DBSA groups provide a safe, welcoming space where participants can share experiences, learn coping strategies, and find encouragement from others who understand the challenges of mood disorders. Both in-person and online groups are available, making support accessible regardless of location.
What to Expect
DBSA support groups are led by trained peer facilitators who themselves live with mood disorders. Meetings typically last 60 to 90 minutes and follow a structured format that includes check-ins, topic discussions, and sharing time. Topics may include medication management, coping strategies, relationship challenges, workplace issues, and wellness planning. Groups are not therapy sessions but peer-to-peer support environments. New members are welcome at any time without prior registration.
About DBSA
The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance is the leading national peer-directed organization focusing on mood disorders. Founded in 1985, DBSA provides hope, help, support, and education for people with depression and bipolar disorder. DBSA operates hundreds of peer-led support groups across the United States, including chapters and online groups accessible to Missouri residents. DBSA is guided by a scientific advisory board of leading researchers and clinicians.
Meeting Details
Format: In-person and virtual peer-led support groups
Schedule: Varies by chapter; visit the DBSA website to find meeting times
Location: Multiple locations across Missouri and virtual options available
Who This Group Is For
DBSA groups are open to anyone living with depression, bipolar disorder, or related mood disorders, as well as their friends and family members. No diagnosis or referral is required. Most participants are adults.
Contact Information
Phone: (800) 826-3632 (DBSA National)
Website: dbsalliance.org
Email: info@dbsalliance.org
Additional Information
Cost: Free
Registration: No registration required; new members welcome at any meeting
Confidentiality: All DBSA groups follow strict confidentiality guidelines.
This listing is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation. Please contact DBSA to verify current meeting times and locations in Missouri.