Support Groups

ALANON + ALATEEN

ALANON Shared Hope is group that supports friends and families of alcoholics and addicts. We share our experiences and support one another in an anonymous and safe environment. All are welcome.

ALATEEN is a peer support group for teens who are struggling with the effects of someone else’s problem drinking.

Crossroads

Crossroads is a Christ-centered LGBTQ+ community based in Santa Barbara. We celebrate and explore the unique intersection of Christian faith/spirituality and queer and sexual/gender identity. Our monthly gatherings are a safe and supportive space where you can find meaningful connections, foster personal growth, and deepen your spiritual journey. Whether you’re looking for fellowship, support, or a place to belong, we welcome you!

For more information, please text 909-973-9013.

We look forward to meeting you and sharing this journey together!

Grief Support Groups through Hospice

Santa Barbara Hospice offers a wide variety of free support groups that help people walk through grief and loss.

Mental Health Disorder Support Group

This group offers understanding support and information to friends and families of people living with serious mental health disorders. The group is facilitated by a trained and experienced family member. Participants have the opportunity, if they wish, to share their current situation with the group, who often have experienced similar issues and who can offer understanding, comfort and support. If requested the group can also often offer resources, ideas or suggestions which they have found helpful.

The group meets from 6:00-7:30 pm on Thursday evenings (except 4th Thursday when NAMI Membership Meeting is held 7:00-8:30).

Bipolar and Depression Support Group

This a free peer-led support group. This group is intended for anyone in the community who lives with depression or bipolar disorder. The group covers a wide range of topics, such as coping skills, as well as discussions of the challenges faced by individuals in the group.

We meet in-person at the Mental Wellness Center on Thursdays from 6-7:30 PM.
617 Garden St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Family Support Group for Mental Health

If you are a family member supporting a loved-one living with a mental health disorder, join us where you’ll be able to share stories, build coping and communications skills, and learn alongside others who understand.

Meets via ZOOM on Mondays at 6:00 pm or in person at Mental Wellness Center on Thursdays at 6:00 PM.

For more information on in person or virtual group, please contact Julieta Silva, MWC Family Advocate, 805-884-3286.

Grupo Calibri

A mental health support group for Spanish-speaking adults.

For more information, please contact Vicente Garcia, Assistant Director of Wellness & Recovery Programs, 805-845-3186.

Project Re-Entry Support Group

Socialization recreational program for people who have had strokes or other disabling conditions that limit their community participation. This group is free.

The group meets every Friday, 10-11:30am 
For more information call 805-569-8999 ext.82101

Project Reboot - Tech Addiction

Reset your tech habits and reclaim your time It’s time to break free from addictive technology. Based on a popular class at UC Berkeley, Project Reboot is a science-backed course that will help you reset your relationship with your devices and build empowering tech habits.