Welcome! If you are an adult living with a mood disorder such as depression or bipolar disorder, we are here for you. The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) is a comprehensive resource for more than 21 million people in the U.S. who live with mood disorders. The DBSA City of Angels Chapter is a peer-run weekly support group based in Los Angeles, CA.
PLEASE NOTE: We are a support group, not an emergency crisis hotline. Please see Mental Health First Aid Resources at the bottom of this page.
ABOUT US
Peer-led Support Groups provide a place where people with mood disorders and those who care about them can share experiences, discuss wellness skills, and offer hope to one another.
DBSA City of Angels is a safe, confidential, and supportive environment. We've been there. We can help.
There is no cost to join our enclave, though we do take donations to cover the costs of running the group.
The facilitators are peers and do not have all the answers.
Monday meetings are in person. Thursdays are via Zoom.
We have Chapter Guidelines and a Social Contract that applies to members and facilitators alike. All members agree to the Social Contract when attending meetings and events.
If we are not the right place and you are looking for a chapter in your local area, additional resources, a meeting for family and friends, or more information about mood disorders - please visit the national organization website at dbsalliance.org.
Please contact info@DBSACityofAngels.com for more information about meetings.
MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID RESOURCES
In the event of a medical emergency, please contact emergency services at 9-1-1.
In the event of a mental health crisis, please contact 9-8-8.
If you or someone you care about feels overwhelmed with emotions like sadness, depression, or anxiety, or if you want to harm yourself or others, call 988 or one of the national crisis resources below.
NATIONAL CRISIS RESOURCES
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
9-8-8
This is a crisis hotline that can help with many issues, not just suicide. For example, anyone who feels sad, hopeless, or suicidal, family and friends who are concerned about a loved one, or anyone interested in mental health treatment referrals can call the Lifeline. Callers are connected with a nearby professional who will talk with them about their feelings or concerns for other family and friends. Call the toll-free Lifeline, 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.
Crisis Text Line
Text “MHFA” to 741741
Available 24/7, 365 days a year, this organization helps people with mental health challenges by connecting callers with trained crisis volunteers who will provide confidential advice, support, and referrals if needed.
Lifeline Crisis Chat
Chat online with crisis centers around the United States.
The Trevor Project
Call 866-488-7386 or Text “START” to 678678
https://www.thetrevorproject.org
Trained counselors available 24/7 to support youth who are in crisis, feeling suicidal, or in need of a safe and judgment-free place to talk—specializing in supporting the LGBTQI+ community.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) Disaster Distress Helpline
Call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746.
https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline
SAMHSA’s Disaster Distress Helpline provides 24/7, 365-day-a-year crisis counseling and support to people experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters.
CALIFORNIA
LA Warm Line
Call 855-952-9276
Available 10pm-6am
CA Youth Crisis Line
Call 800-843-5200
For youth 18-24, available 24/7
Finding a Behavioral Health Provider
The National Council for Behavioral Health
https://www.thenationalcouncil.org/providers/?region=
Search for organizations that are committed to providing mental health services to anyone in the community who needs it regardless of their ability to pay.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
SAMHSA provides information on mental health services and treatment centers through an online service locator. You can search by location, whether they provide services for youth, payment options (private insurance, cash, or something else), languages spoken, etc.
Full list of resources from our friends at the National DBSA.
https://www.dbsalliance.org/crisis/suicide-hotline-helpline-information/
