My psychiatrist told me they won't help with that, so I kinda just left it by the wayside.
Meetings won't completely cure clinical depression, I'm sure that's true. But if some of your depression is from addiction (and I'm going to assume it is) it can help. Being with others who understand the addiction side (I find it best not to share too much about mental illness specifically as many are ignorant) and support each other helps lift the mood. And doing the steps, to uncover and discard 'issues' can help also. So I wouldn't completely discard a meeting based recovery approach.
For me to feel 'balanced' I have to look at my health holistically. Mind, body. spirit and different actions address different aspects of my health. AA, counseling, yoga/exercise, good diet, sleep all support abstinence.
Good luck.