What is a peer recovery support specialist?

A peer recovery support specialist is someone with lived experience of addiction and recovery who provides guidance, mentoring, and support to others seeking or maintaining recovery. They are typically certified through state programs and offer a unique perspective that complements clinical treatment.

What is the difference between a peer specialist and a counselor?

A peer specialist draws on personal lived experience with addiction and recovery, while a counselor or therapist has clinical training and licensure. Peer specialists focus on practical recovery support, mentoring, and community connections. Both play important roles in the recovery process and often work together as part of a care team.

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Peer Support in Idaho

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Individual Peer Support Specialists

Gabriela Sanchez

Peer Specialists — Idaho

545 N BENJAMIN LN STE 185, Boise, 83704-9625

Germaine Marlo Austin, BSW

Peer Specialists — Idaho

148 S COLE RD, Boise, 83709-0932

BSW

Heather Hooper, PSS

Peer Specialists — Idaho

2200 W FAIRVIEW AVE, Boise, 83702-6808

PSS

Henock Nsimba

Peer Specialists — Idaho

1800 N COLE RD APT J107, Boise, 83704-7384

Hermie Bowers

Peer Specialists — Idaho

2273 S VISTA AVE STE 190, Boise, 83705-7341

Holly Bukky

Peer Specialists — Idaho

545 N BENJAMIN LN STE 185, Boise, 83704-9625

Hussein Hamad

Peer Specialists — Idaho

148 S COLE RD, Boise, 83709-0932

James A Coyle, RCP

Peer Specialists — Idaho

300 S 23RD ST, Boise, 83702-9100

RCP

Jane Carol Dorsey

Peer Specialists — Idaho

1370 W BOISE AVE, Boise, 83706-3508

Jeremy Bailey

Peer Specialists — Idaho

10101 W OVERLAND RD, Boise, 83709-1429

Jessie Dee Alexander-stern

Peer Specialists — Idaho

545 N BENJAMIN LN STE 185, Boise, 83704-9625

Juan Lopez

Peer Specialists — Idaho

148 S COLE RD, Boise, 83709-0932

Karina Nicole Binder, MS, BS

Peer Specialists — Idaho

921 S ORCHARD ST STE 100, Boise, 83705-1916

MS, BS

Katie Schmeer

Peer Specialists — Idaho

3663 N LAKEHARBOR LN, Boise, 83703-6913

Kortnie Rae Williams, QMHA

Peer Specialists — Idaho

9820 W TELFAIR DR, Boise, 83704-4005

QMHA

Lacey Megorden, BS

Peer Specialists — Idaho

4222 W EMERALD ST, Boise, 83706-2037

Laryssa Mariposa guadalupe Shepps

Peer Specialists — Idaho

921 S ORCHARD ST STE 100, Boise, 83705-1916

Lauri Peterson Peterson-carey

Peer Specialists — Idaho

10096 W FAIRVIEW AVE STE 160, Boise, 83704-5004

Lee Anne Frias

Peer Specialists — Idaho

8620 W EMERALD ST STE 150, Boise, 83704-4839

Lucia Hogg

Peer Specialists — Idaho

3663 N LAKEHARBOR LN, Boise, 83703-6913

Maddi Alizabeth Maughan-ames

Peer Specialists — Idaho

921 S ORCHARD ST STE 100, Boise, 83705-1916

Majid Salim

Peer Specialists — Idaho

148 S COLE RD, Boise, 83709-0932

Matthew Caleb Weaver

Peer Specialists — Idaho

300 S 23RD ST, Boise, 83702-9100

Mayami Naji Al-mandawi

Peer Specialists — Idaho

545 N BENJAMIN LN, Boise, 83704-9623

Melanie Hamon

Peer Specialists — Idaho

545 N BENJAMIN LN STE 185, Boise, 83704-9625

Michael Lambert, BS, CPS

Peer Specialists — Idaho

545 N BENJAMIN LN STE 185, Boise, 83704-9625

BS, CPS

Mina Askaryar

Peer Specialists — Idaho

10096 W FAIRVIEW AVE STE 160, Boise, 83704-5004

Morgan Jewel Cawley 208-683-8320

Peer Specialists — Idaho

148 S COLE RD, Boise, 83709-0932

Myree Blankenship, PSS

Peer Specialists — Idaho

2200 W FAIRVIEW AVE, Boise, 83702-6808

PSS

Nicky Petrou

Peer Specialists — Idaho

3663 N LAKEHARBOR LN, Boise, 83703-6913

Nicol Rybak

Peer Specialists — Idaho

545 N BENJAMIN LN STE 185, Boise, 83704-9625

Nuha Saadon

Peer Specialists — Idaho

545 N BENJAMIN LN STE 185, Boise, 83704-9625

Olivier Civika Dusabe

Peer Specialists — Idaho

2915 N COLE RD # 102, Boise, 83704-5917

Parfait Abayisenga

Peer Specialists — Idaho

3905 W ALPINE ST # D76, Boise, 83705-1488

Pascal Rudahindwa Bisimwa

Peer Specialists — Idaho

9618 W MOSSYWOOD DR, Boise, 83709-5333

Patrick Kirk, BA, MS, CPSS, CFSP

Peer Specialists — Idaho

6003 W OVERLAND RD STE 201, Boise, 83709-3076

BA, MS, CPSS, CFSP

Pebbles P Willis, PSS

Peer Specialists — Idaho

8050 W RIFLEMAN ST STE 200, Boise, 83704-9006

PSS

Rehema Mazambi

Peer Specialists — Idaho

2915 N COLE RD STE 102, Boise, 83704-5917

Rodrigue Shyaka

Peer Specialists — Idaho

2915 N COLE RD STE 102, Boise, 83704-5917

Sajjad Etminan

Peer Specialists — Idaho

9428 W FAIRVIEW AVE, Boise, 83704-8101

Samuel Ishimwe

Peer Specialists — Idaho

9428 W FAIRVIEW AVE, Boise, 83704-8101

Sarah Vela

Peer Specialists — Idaho

5955 W CASTLE DR, Boise, 83703-3215

Sayed hellaluddin Mirbacha

Peer Specialists — Idaho

921 S ORCHARD ST STE 100, Boise, 83705-1916

Shannon Morgan

Peer Specialists — Idaho

148 S COLE RD, Boise, 83709-0932

Sierra S Kinikini

Peer Specialists — Idaho

545 N BENJAMIN LN STE 185, Boise, 83704-9625

Stephanie Coulter, PSS

Peer Specialists — Idaho

2200 W FAIRVIEW AVE, Boise, 83702-6808

PSS

Tamara Ann True

Peer Specialists — Idaho

545 N BENJAMIN LN STE 185, Boise, 83704-9625

Teresa Marie Graves, CPSS

Peer Specialists — Idaho

4001 W GLENN ST, Boise, 83705-1421

CPSS

Wanda L Reed

Peer Specialists — Idaho

10096 W FAIRVIEW AVE STE 160, Boise, 83704-5004

Ashley J Fredrickson, CPSS

Peer Specialists — Idaho

531E E 5TH ST, Burley, 83318-1402

CPSS

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The Power of Peer Support

Peer recovery support is one of the most effective tools in fighting substance use disorder. Research shows that peer support significantly improves recovery outcomes.

Reduces substance use and relapse rates

Improves treatment engagement and retention

Increases quality of life and social support

Reduces emergency department visits and hospitalizations

Provides hope through shared lived experience

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Frequently Asked Questions About Peer Support

What is peer support in recovery? +

Peer support connects people in recovery with trained peer specialists who have lived experience with addiction. They provide guidance, encouragement, and practical support based on their own journey through recovery.

What is a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist? +

A Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) is a person in recovery who has completed specialized training and certification. They use their personal recovery experience to help others navigate treatment, resources, and recovery challenges.

Is peer support the same as therapy or counseling? +

No. Peer support is complementary to clinical services but different. Peer specialists are not therapists — they offer support based on shared experience. They help with practical needs like navigating systems, finding meetings, and building recovery community.

How much does peer support cost? +

Most peer support services are free to the individual. Peer support is often funded through state grants, Medicaid, or nonprofit organizations. There is no cost to connect with a peer specialist through our directory.

Can peer support help with mental health issues too? +

Yes. Many peer specialists are trained in both substance use and mental health recovery. Peer support takes a whole-person approach and can help with co-occurring disorders.

How do I find a peer support specialist near me? +

Use our directory on this page to search for peer support organizations by state and city. You can also contact your local recovery community organization or call SAMHSA’s helpline at 1-800-662-HELP.

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