Mental Health Groups in Alabama
There are 15 mental health groups in Alabama on The Group Guide: 8 in person, 4 hybrid, and 3 online. 14 are free to join. 1 is led by a licensed professional. Another 270 online mental health groups are listed from other states, and many accept members from anywhere. Free to browse. No account needed.
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Mental Health groups in Alabama
Each listing is written by the group leader and says where and when the group meets, what it costs, and how to join.
UAB Center for Psychiatric Medicine – Group Therapy – Birmingham
UAB Center for Psychiatric Medicine offers professionally led group therapy programs for adults with a range of mental health conditions. Their group therapy offerings…
Free Postpartum Support Alabama — PSI Chapter Peer Mentors & Hotline
The Postpartum Support International (PSI) Alabama Chapter is the state arm of the leading global organization for perinatal mental health. The chapter provides free…
See how to join → Free to join
LDA Alabama — Learning Disabilities Association State Affiliate
The Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA Alabama) is the Alabama state affiliate of LDA, offering peer support, advocacy, and information for people with…
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IDA Alabama — International Dyslexia Association Branch
The International Dyslexia Association (IDA Alabama) is a volunteer-run branch of IDA serving families, educators, and adults affected by dyslexia in Alabama. What to…
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Crisis Center Birmingham – 24/7 Crisis & Suicide Line – Birmingham
The Crisis Center Birmingham operates a 24/7 crisis and suicide hotline, providing immediate emotional support, crisis intervention, and resource referrals for anyone in the…
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NAMI Birmingham – Family Support Group – Hoover
NAMI Birmingham serves Alabama's largest metro area with free peer-led support groups, education programs, and community advocacy for individuals and families affected by mental…
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NAMI Alabama – Mental Health Support Groups – Statewide
NAMI Alabama provides free peer-led support groups for individuals living with mental health conditions and their family members across the state. Through NAMI Connection…
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NAMI Montgomery – Family Support Group – Montgomery
NAMI Montgomery provides free peer-led support for individuals and families affected by mental illness in Alabama's capital region. Their Family Support Group meets monthly…
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NAMI Mobile – Mental Health Support Groups – Mobile
NAMI Mobile serves Mobile and Washington Counties with free support groups, education programs, and advocacy for individuals and families affected by mental illness. With…
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Birmingham Vet Center – Veterans PTSD Support Group – Hoover
The Birmingham Vet Center provides free, confidential readjustment counseling for veterans, including a Band of Warriors PTSD Support Group that meets twice monthly. Led…
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Wings Across Alabama – Peer Support & 24/7 Warm Line – Statewide
Wings Across Alabama is a statewide peer support organization offering free support groups, a 24/7 Warm Line, and recovery resources for individuals living with…
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Alabama Suicide Prevention & Resources Coalition (ASPARC) – Statewide
The Alabama Suicide Prevention & Resources Coalition (ASPARC) works to prevent suicide across Alabama through education, advocacy, and connecting individuals with support resources. ASPARC…
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Alabama Department of Mental Health – Statewide Resources
The Alabama Department of Mental Health oversees the state's public mental health system, providing resources, crisis services, and connections to support groups throughout Alabama.…
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NAMI Huntsville – Mental Health Support Groups – Huntsville
NAMI Huntsville provides free peer-led support groups, education programs, and advocacy for individuals and families affected by mental illness in the Huntsville and North…
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The WellHouse – Human Trafficking Survivor Support – Odenville
The WellHouse provides comprehensive residential support and recovery services for survivors of human trafficking in Alabama. Located on a 63-acre campus in Odenville, The…
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Online mental health 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.
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,…
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…
The Manhattan Adult ADD Support Group: Support Group For Adults WIth ADD/ADHD & Related Issues
The Manhattan Adult ADD Support Group has been providing peer-led support to adults with ADD/ADHD in the New York Metro area since 1992. While…
CancerCare Bereavement Support Groups — Free Virtual Grief Groups
CancerCare offers free oncology-social-worker-led virtual bereavement support groups for people who have lost someone to cancer. What to Expect Free 15-week oncology-social-worker-facilitated online bereavement…
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Center for Chronic Illness — Free Virtual Support Groups
The Center for Chronic Illness offers free, facilitated virtual support groups organized by diagnosis and for caregivers. What to Expect Free facilitated virtual support…
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Wyoming Equality – LGBTQ+ Healthcare Access Project
Wyoming Equality's Healthcare Access Project (WEHAP) connects LGBTQ+ Wyoming residents with affirming mental health providers, support resources, and community. In a state where finding…
See how to join → Free to join
Questions about mental health groups in Alabama
Are there free mental health groups in Alabama?
Yes. 14 of the 15 mental health groups listed in Alabama are free to join. Each listing states its own cost, so you know before you reach out.
Can I join an online mental health group from Alabama?
There are 273 online mental health 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 mental health support group and a mental health 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 15 mental health groups listed in Alabama 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 mental health group in Alabama? Get found.
Only 1 of the 15 mental health groups listed in Alabama 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.