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.

Peer Support Directory — Find Recovery Support Specialists Near You

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Connect with trained peer recovery support specialists who use their lived experience to help others on their recovery journey.

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Peer Support in Iowa

10 Peer Centers and 27 Peer Specialists

Peer Support Agency

Alliance For The Mentally Ill Of Central Iowa

Peer Specialists — Iowa

📞 (515) 292-9400

424 5TH ST, Ames, IA, 50010-6104

Peer Support Agency

2 Laines

Peer Specialists — Iowa

📞 (563) 676-9396

326 W 3RD ST UNIT 903, Davenport, IA, 52801-1233

Peer Support Agency

Kingdom Living Iowa

Peer Specialists — Iowa

📞 (515) 499-2105

3120 SW 9TH ST, Des Moines, IA, 50315-2205

Peer Support Agency

Linda Robinson Cmhpss

Peer Specialists — Iowa

📞 (563) 583-4111

799 MAIN ST, SUITE 370, Dubuque, IA, 52001-6844

Peer Support Agency

Together We Can Inc

Peer Specialists — Iowa

📞 (515) 391-3233

8 W CHURCH ST, Marshalltown, IA, 50158-4865

Peer Support Agency

Copperstone Development

Peer Specialists — Iowa

📞 (712) 560-7336

1309 PIERCE ST, Sioux City, IA, 51105-1422

Peer Support Agency

Family Access Center

Peer Specialists — Iowa

📞 (712) 255-0232

1221 PIERCE ST, Sioux City, IA, 51105-1418

Peer Support Agency

Family Access Center

Peer Specialists — Iowa

📞 (712) 255-0204

1221 PIERCE ST, Sioux City, IA, 51105-1418

Peer Support Agency

Family Access Center, Inc.

Peer Specialists — Iowa

📞 (712) 255-0204

1221 PIERCE ST, Sioux City, IA, 51105-1418

Peer Support Agency

Trivium Life Services

Peer Specialists — Iowa

📞 (712) 522-3346

835 GORDON DR, Sioux City, IA, 51101-1829

Individual Peer Support Specialists

Joshua B Hubbell, CPSS

Peer Specialists — Iowa

527 E LINCOLN WAY #216, Ames, 50010

CPSS

Amy Ortiz

Peer Specialists — Iowa

3601 16TH AVE SW, Cedar Rapids, 52404-2363

Arthur None Barbine, PEER RECOVERY COACH

Peer Specialists — Iowa

3601 16TH AVE SW, Cedar Rapids, 52404-2328

PEER RECOVERY COACH

Charles Arthur Thompson

Peer Specialists — Iowa

3601 16TH AVE SW, Cedar Rapids, 52404-2328

George Bernard Walker

Peer Specialists — Iowa

3601 16TH AVE SW, Cedar Rapids, 52404-2328

Lori Renner

Peer Specialists — Iowa

3601 16TH AVE SW, Cedar Rapids, 52404-2328

Melissa Mccoy

Peer Specialists — Iowa

4050 BOWLING ST SW, Cedar Rapids, 52404-5005

Stacy Rose Mcdermott

Peer Specialists — Iowa

3601 16TH AVE SW, Cedar Rapids, 52404-2363

Julia Anne Spitzmiller

Peer Specialists — Iowa

12160 S UTAH AVE, Davenport, 52804-9537

Todd Noack

Peer Specialists — Iowa

222 12TH ST, De Witt, 52742-1116

Chelsey Marie Smith, BA

Peer Specialists — Iowa

1409 CLARK ST, Des Moines, 50314-1916

Jamie M Davidson

Peer Specialists — Iowa

3120 SW 9TH ST, Des Moines, 50315-2205

Bobby Cratton

Peer Specialists — Iowa

799 MAIN ST STE 110, Dubuque, 52001-6825

Deborah Lee Williams

Peer Specialists — Iowa

8 W CHURCH ST, Marshalltown, 50158-4865

Rebecca Sue Brown

Peer Specialists — Iowa

8 W CHURCH ST, Marshalltown, 50158-4865

Stacy Laraine Lambert

Peer Specialists — Iowa

312 IOWA AVE, 1616 CEDAR ST, Muscatine, 52761-3836

Kendi Kay Mccollum, PRS

Peer Specialists — Iowa

200 N 8TH AVE E, Newton, 50208-2120

PRS

Brynn Kathryn Boche

Peer Specialists — Iowa

1527 ALBIA RD, Ottumwa, 52501-3907

Angela R Palmer, FAMILY PEER SUPPORT

Peer Specialists — Iowa

118 N 2ND AVE, Sheldon, 51201-1039

FAMILY PEER SUPPORT

Felicity Hunter Mcpeek

Peer Specialists — Iowa

118 N 2ND AVE, Sheldon, 51201-1039

Macey Lynn Wignall

Peer Specialists — Iowa

1221 PIERCE ST, Sioux City, 51105-1418

Pat Wabashaw

Peer Specialists — Iowa

1309 PIERCE ST, Sioux City, 51105-1422

Sunrise Roberts

Peer Specialists — Iowa

1309 PIERCE ST, Sioux City, 51105-1422

Alicia Mae Beltman, PRS

Peer Specialists — Iowa

201 E 11TH ST, Spencer, 51301-4460

PRS

Danielle Stelpflug

Peer Specialists — Iowa

201 E 11TH ST, Spencer, 51301-4436

Lisa Matheson

Peer Specialists — Iowa

201 E 11TH ST, Spencer, 51301-4460

Thomas Kullen

Peer Specialists — Iowa

405 E 5TH ST, Waterloo, 50703-5705

37 peer specialists in Iowa

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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