Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) is a U.S.-based nonprofit organization focused on improving the lives of people living with depression and bipolar disorder. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, it serves individuals, families, and communities affected by mood disorders.
DBSA provides peer-led support groups, education and wellness resources, and training for peer specialists and facilitators. The organization advocates for equitable access to mental health care and elevates the perspectives of people with lived experience in clinical research, quality-of-care initiatives, and public policy. Through collaboration with clinicians, researchers, and community partners, DBSA helps inform the development, evaluation, and responsible use of mental health treatments and supports.