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 Missouri

47 Peer Specialists

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Individual Peer Support Specialists

Andrew B Coats

Peer Specialists — Missouri

800 N TUCKER BLVD, Saint Louis, 63101-1008

Angela Renee Kayar, CPS

Peer Specialists — Missouri

1430 OLIVE ST STE 400, Saint Louis, 63103-2303

CPS

Brittny Keshia Adams, BA, CPS, MARS, TTS

Peer Specialists — Missouri

3309 S KINGSHIGHWAY BLVD, Saint Louis, 63139-1101

BA, CPS, MARS, TTS

Callan Howton, MPH, CRADC

Peer Specialists — Missouri

3649 MERAMEC ST, Saint Louis, 63116-4411

MPH, CRADC

Carl D. Summers

Peer Specialists — Missouri

1430 OLIVE ST, Saint Louis, 63103-2360

Carmenlita Lackland montgomery

Peer Specialists — Missouri

1000 N VANDEVENTER AVE, Saint Louis, 63113-3459

Catherine Louise Carter

Peer Specialists — Missouri

1430 OLIVE ST STE 400, Saint Louis, 63103-2303

Cealus Ruden Manning

Peer Specialists — Missouri

6763 PAGE AVE, Saint Louis, 63133-1635

Cheryl L Clerkley, FPS

Peer Specialists — Missouri

1430 OLIVE ST, Saint Louis, 63103-2303

FPS

Cheryll Bowman

Peer Specialists — Missouri

6763 PAGE AVE, Saint Louis, 63133-1635

Christopher Alan Furr, CPS

Peer Specialists — Missouri

1 JEFFERSON BARRACKS RD, Saint Louis, 63125-4181

CPS

Christopher D Carr, CHW-C, DOULA

Peer Specialists — Missouri

1717 BIDDLE ST, Saint Louis, 63106-3454

CHW-C, DOULA

Damaris Anne Marti, CPS

Peer Specialists — Missouri

6763 PAGE AVE, Saint Louis, 63133-1635

CPS

Deanna Smith

Peer Specialists — Missouri

1430 OLIVE ST STE 400, Saint Louis, 63103-2303

Deenna Smith, PSS

Peer Specialists — Missouri

5620 JENNINGS STATION RD, Saint Louis, 63136-3537

PSS

Eleanor Catherine Byrd, CPS

Peer Specialists — Missouri

5501 DELMAR BLVD STE B300, Saint Louis, 63112-3078

CPS

Franchesta Brown

Peer Specialists — Missouri

5501 DELMAR BLVD STE B300, Saint Louis, 63112-3078

Janet Hampton

Peer Specialists — Missouri

3649 MERAMEC ST, Saint Louis, 63116-4411

Jessica Luedde, FSP

Peer Specialists — Missouri

1430 OLIVE ST FL 6, Saint Louis, 63103-2303

FSP

Kayla Renee Deguire

Peer Specialists — Missouri

1430 OLIVE ST STE 400, Saint Louis, 63103-2303

Kiesha Thomas

Peer Specialists — Missouri

2932 HICKORY ST, Saint Louis, 63104-1817

Lindsey Marie Piel

Peer Specialists — Missouri

800 N TUCKER BLVD, Saint Louis, 63101-1008

Pamela Strother Florence

Peer Specialists — Missouri

2727 WASHINGTON AVE, Saint Louis, 63103-1421

Patricia Ann Johnson

Peer Specialists — Missouri

5501 DELMAR BLVD, Saint Louis, 63112-3054

Quiana Carter, CPS

Peer Specialists — Missouri

6763 PAGE AVE, Saint Louis, 63133-1635

CPS

Roy Wunsch

Peer Specialists — Missouri

3649 MERAMEC ST, Saint Louis, 63116-4411

Russell Clark

Peer Specialists — Missouri

3649 MERAMEC ST, Saint Louis, 63116-4411

Samuel Wittich

Peer Specialists — Missouri

3649 MERAMEC ST, Saint Louis, 63116-4411

Scott Kurz

Peer Specialists — Missouri

800 N TUCKER BLVD, Saint Louis, 63101-1008

Stephanie Parisi

Peer Specialists — Missouri

3649 MERAMEC ST, Saint Louis, 63116-4411

Trent Montgomery

Peer Specialists — Missouri

3649 MERAMEC ST, Saint Louis, 63116-4411

Violanta Shamija

Peer Specialists — Missouri

11102 LINDBERGH BUSINESS CT, Saint Louis, 63123-7810

Tyler Mallory, CPS,CHW-C

Peer Specialists — Missouri

105 S WEBER AVE, Salisbury, 65281-1071

CPS,CHW-C

Cecilia Wooden, CPS

Peer Specialists — Missouri

1150 N GRAHAM RD., St.louis, 63031

CPS

Jessee Dylan Walburn

Peer Specialists — Missouri

415 SOUTH ST, Stark City, 64866-9627

Steven Wells

Peer Specialists — Missouri

28827 JUTE RD, Stark City, 64866-5500

Karla Dawn Weatherford

Peer Specialists — Missouri

1011 OLD BUSINESS HWY 60, Van Buren, 63965

Shiloh Renee Vantassel

Peer Specialists — Missouri

1011 US 60, Van Buren, 63965

Abby Gayle Edgin

Peer Specialists — Missouri

18408 WAYNE ROUTE D, Wappapello, 63966-8659

Bradley Orahood

Peer Specialists — Missouri

1015 LANTON RD, West Plains, 65775-3854

Brittany Kohler, CPS

Peer Specialists — Missouri

1015 LANTON RD, West Plains, 65775-3854

CPS

Christopher Wayne Deshazo

Peer Specialists — Missouri

1015 LANTON RD, West Plains, 65775-3854

Dooley Sansegrew

Peer Specialists — Missouri

3411 DIVISION DR, West Plains, 65775-5789

Emily Schlegel, CPS

Peer Specialists — Missouri

1015 LANTON RD, West Plains, 65775-3854

CPS

Jason Ferrebee, CPS

Peer Specialists — Missouri

1015 LANTON RD, West Plains, 65775-3854

CPS

Ricky Maggard

Peer Specialists — Missouri

1015 LANTON RD, West Plains, 65775-3854

Sherri Ranay Crowley, CERTIFIED

Peer Specialists — Missouri

6896 COUNTY ROAD 1280, West Plains, 65775-4972

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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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