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Depression Groups in North Carolina

There are 4 depression groups in North Carolina on The Group Guide: 2 in person, and 2 hybrid. 2 are free to join. 1 is led by a licensed professional. Another 38 online depression groups are listed from other states, and many accept members from anywhere. Free to browse. No account needed.

4in North Carolina
2free to join
1led by a licensed professional
38online, listed nationwide
Counts update as listings change. Updated October 23, 2026.

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Depression groups in North Carolina

Each listing is written by the group leader and says where and when the group meets, what it costs, and how to join.

Therapeutic Led by a licensed professional

Carolina Outreach – Behavioral Health Durham & Raleigh NC

Carolina Outreach provides comprehensive behavioral health services across central North Carolina with locations in Durham, Raleigh, Charlotte, Fayetteville, and Wilson. The organization offers therapy,…

In-Person

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Peer Support

NAMI CLT — Free NAMI Peer Mental Health Support Charlotte, NC

NAMI Charlotte (NAMI CLT) is the local affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness serving Mecklenburg County and surrounding communities. The chapter runs…

Charlotte, NCHybrid

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Peer Support

DBSA Charlotte – Depression & Bipolar Support NC

The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) Charlotte chapter provides peer-led support groups for individuals living with depression, bipolar disorder, and related mood conditions…

Charlotte area — serves 11-county regionHybrid

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Therapeutic

CooperRiis – Residential Mental Health Treatment Asheville NC

CooperRiis is a residential mental health treatment center in Asheville, North Carolina, providing specialized recovery-focused care for adults with serious mental health conditions. The…

Asheville, NCIn-Person

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Online

Online depression groups listed in other states

Many online groups accept members from anywhere. Check each listing for who can join, since some therapist-led groups only take people in the states where the leader is licensed.

Therapeutic Led by a licensed professional

Adaptations Denver Men’s Group: Therapy Process Group for Adult men navigating depression, anger, relationship challenges, life stressors

This group is for the man that's looking to explore and expand the old scripts on masculinity. He recognizes that the always strong, stoic,…

ColoradoVirtual/Remote

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Therapeutic Led by a licensed professional

Interpersonal Process Group

This interpersonal process group is for adults in their 20s and 30s who want to deepen their understanding of themselves and improve their relationships…

OnlineVirtual/Remote

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Help Lines

Boys Town National Hotline – Nebraska (Youth & Family Crisis)

Boys Town National Hotline provides free, 24/7 crisis counseling for youth and parents nationwide, headquartered right in Nebraska. Counselors are trained in suicidology, crisis…

Statewide/National serviceVirtual/Remote

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Help Lines

Veterans Crisis Line – Missouri

The Veterans Crisis Line provides free, confidential crisis support specifically for military veterans, active-duty service members, National Guard and Reserve members, and their families…

Statewide — accessible from anywhere in MissouriVirtual/Remote

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Therapeutic Led by a licensed professional

Idaho & Sun Valley DBT – Dialectical Behavior Therapy – Statewide, ID

Idaho and Sun Valley DBT provides comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy programs for teens and adults throughout Idaho via telehealth. The adherent DBT program features…

Statewide via telehealthVirtual/Remote

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Therapeutic Led by a licensed professional

Canopy Cove Eating Disorder Treatment – Serving Mississippi

Canopy Cove is a comprehensive eating disorder treatment center offering residential, day treatment, and intensive outpatient programs for individuals struggling with anorexia nervosa, bulimia…

Tallahassee, FL (serving Mississippi residents; virtual IOP options may be available)Virtual/Remote

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Common questions

Questions about depression groups in North Carolina

Are there free depression groups in North Carolina?

Yes. 2 of the 4 depression groups listed in North Carolina are free to join. Each listing states its own cost, so you know before you reach out.

Can I join an online depression group from North Carolina?

There are 38 online depression groups on The Group Guide. Peer-led and community groups usually accept members from anywhere. Therapist-led groups may only accept people in the states where the leader is licensed, and each listing says who can join.

What is the difference between a depression support group and a depression therapy group?

A support group is usually led by a peer or volunteer and centers on shared experience. A therapy group is led by a licensed clinician and works toward treatment goals. 1 of the 4 depression groups listed in North Carolina are led by a licensed professional. Listings show whether a licensed professional leads the group.

Do I need a referral to join?

Most groups on The Group Guide accept self-referrals: you contact the group directly. Some insurance-covered groups ask for a referral, and the listing will say so.

How do I know a listing is current?

Group leaders write their own listings, and listings show when their details were last checked. That check confirms the group's details match its own website. It is not a clinical review or an endorsement.

If you need help now

A support group is not crisis care. If you or someone you know is struggling right now:

  • Call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Free, confidential, 24/7.

Lead a depression group in North Carolina? Get found.

Only 1 of the 4 depression groups listed in North Carolina is led by a licensed professional. If you run one, list it where people are already searching. Therapists and counselors: founding seats close December 31, and a founding listing for one fee-based group stays free for the life of the listing. Free groups always list free.

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