Depression

DBSA Online Support Group

Hosted By
Lori H.
Monday, Aug 05, 2024 | 03:00pm - 04:00pm CDT
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About this meeting
The primary participants in this group are people diagnosed with a mood disorder and those who believe they may have a mood disorder.
Hosts

  • Host

    Lori H.

    Peer Supporter

    Certified Peer Supporter

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  • Co-host

    Nancy J.

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    Diana B.

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About the host
Struggling? I’ve been there! I am Lori and have lived with Bi-Polar II, anxiety and panic attacks, depression and PTSD from trauma and toxic relationships most of my adult life. I also have members of my inner circle that also live with various life challenges. I live on both sides of the mental health journey. I received my certification from UNC-Chapel Hill in Peer Support in 2014. However, I have been listening to others and sharing my own experiences most of my life. I have rebuilt my life several times and explored the question of “who am I” and “why am and I here” multiple times through life. I try to live by the motto of "Living Life Forward" I offer one on one peer support as well. You can find more information and contact information under the Living Life Forward banner on this page.
Motivation for help
I am a certified HeyPeers facilitator and Peer Support saved my life. I have been successful in the recovery process and want to help others experiencing similar situations through understanding, respect, and empowerment. I offer one on one coaching and support. Contact me directly to schedule one on one sessions.
Recent reviews
Incredible group and leadership from Lori and Martha. I live in a tiny town where mental health resources are close to non-existent. I was feeling so alone, but I'm so happy to have found this group to relate with others and share my experiences in the hopes of helping someone else. I will absolutely be coming back to this group and to Lori again!
Sep 12, 2024
Very involved , listened to others and helped others in many ways.
Sep 12, 2024
Lori is awesome! So genuine and down to earth. I appreciate her very realistic viewpoints regarding mental health, the world and how we as individuals can empower ourselves. She encourages and recognizes strength in each of us and openly shares it. Great sense of humor as well!
Sep 11, 2024
Madonna did a good job of moving the discussion along. She made sure everyone had a chance to speak. Shared her own personal experiences.
Sep 11, 2024
Diana was kind, gave good feedback, kept the group moving, remembered what people wanted to talk about, provided affirmation, and was a calming presence. I hope to be in her group again.
Sep 09, 2024
props to Lori for keeping us hopeful and helping one another, she's a great facilitator
Sep 09, 2024
Lori is awesome
Sep 09, 2024
She is such a good Group leader. She has so much compassion and understanding. She cares for each. As a first timer, I felt so comfortable!<3
Sep 09, 2024
She is amazing group leader. so much compassion and understanding. She cares for each one. As a first timer I felt so comfortable !<3
Sep 09, 2024
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Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) is the leading peer-focused national organization focused on depression and bipolar disorder. DBSA's peer-based, wellness-oriented, and empowering services and resources are available when people need them, where they need them, and how they need to receive them. This includes online and local support groups, audio and video casts, and printed materials distributed by DBSA, our chapters, and mental health care facilities across America.

DBSA online support groups provide people living with depression and bipolar disorder a place to share experiences, discuss coping skills, and offer hope to one another. DBSA support groups are peer-led, meaning they are facilitated by someone living with a mood disorder who has been trained and certified to guide others on their journey.

DBSA online support group meetings are peer-based self-help groups. In the DBSA context, a peer is a person with a mood disorder. Another distinction of peer is that we are not professionals - physicians and other mental health providers. We are here to assist, encourage, and enable each other to help ourselves.

Please note that the schedule for DBSA support group meetings on HeyPeers has been updated for 2024. To see all available meetings through DBSA, or to find alternatives if you are waitlisted for a group, visit https://www.dbsalliance.org/support/chapters-and-support-groups/.

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