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 Tennessee

50 Peer Specialists

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Individual Peer Support Specialists

Amy King

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

201 W SPRINGDALE AVE, Knoxville, 37917-5158

Bethany A Redwine, CPRS

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

201 W SPRINGDALE AVE, Knoxville, 37917-5158

CPRS

Bradly S Miller

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

201 W SPRINGDALE AVE, Knoxville, 37917-5158

Breanna Burns

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

600 ARTHUR ST, Knoxville, 37921-6405

Brooke Elizabeth Maddox

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

1515 SAINT MARY ST, Knoxville, 37917-4503

Caitlin Ward

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

1515 SAINT MARY ST, Knoxville, 37917-4503

Carey Aiossa

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

526 LAMAR ST, Knoxville, 37917-7343

Carsen Elizabeth Hill

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

528 LAMAR ST, Knoxville, 37917-7343

Casey Deann Coffey, CPRS

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

201 W SPRINGDALE AVE, Knoxville, 37917-5158

CPRS

Chandra Fay Mcnay

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

2018 WESTERN AVE, Knoxville, 37921-5718

Chasity Hope Galyon

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

2455 SUTHERLAND AVE, Knoxville, 37919-2355

Chloe Hannah elizabeth Naughton, CPRS

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

1515 SAINT MARY ST, Knoxville, 37917-4503

CPRS

Dominique Marquis Billingsly

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

201 W SPRINGDALE AVE, Knoxville, 37917-5158

Donna Marie Mcclendon

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

3712 MIDDLEBROOK PIKE, Knoxville, 37921-6503

Edna Booker, LMSW

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

3213 RIVER MAPLE WAY APT 307, Knoxville, 37914-6374

LMSW

Eliot Blevins Dunlap

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

3105 ESSARY DR, Knoxville, 37918-2409

Eric Lee Atnip

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

2018 WESTERN AVE, Knoxville, 37921-5718

Heather Ann Wallace

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

2455 SUTHERLAND AVE, Knoxville, 37919-2355

Heather Weaver

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

201 W SPRINGDALE AVE, Knoxville, 37917-5158

Holly R Griffin, CPRS

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

1515 SAINT MARY ST, Knoxville, 37917-4503

CPRS

Hope Megan Johnson

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

2018 WESTERN AVE, Knoxville, 37921-5718

James Coleman

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

200 TECH CENTER DR, Knoxville, 37912-2747

Jennifer Garcia Carrera, BS, CPRS

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

200 TECH CENTER DR, Knoxville, 37912-2747

BS, CPRS

Jill Lynn Bishop

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

528 LAMAR ST, Knoxville, 37917-7343

John Aaron Russell

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

201 W SPRINGDALE AVE, Knoxville, 37917-5158

John Wilson, CPRS

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

201 W SPRINGDALE AVE, Knoxville, 37917-5158

CPRS

Jose L Leon

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

201 W SPRINGDALE AVE, Knoxville, 37917-5158

Kailynn Marie Davenport

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

1515 SAINT MARY ST, Knoxville, 37917-4503

Kanitha Noelle Cox, CPRS

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

2018 WESTERN AVE, Knoxville, 37921-5718

CPRS

Karissa Love

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

201 W SPRINGDALE AVE, Knoxville, 37917-5158

Katey Nicole smith Adams

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

201 W SPRINGDALE AVE, Knoxville, 37917-5158

Kellen Abigail Walker

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

2455 SUTHERLAND AVE, Knoxville, 37919-2355

Kellie Jo Grover

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

201 W SPRINGDALE AVE, Knoxville, 37917-5158

Kelsi L Dixon

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

201 W SPRINGDALE AVE, Knoxville, 37917-5158

Kristen Marie Dever

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

526 LAMAR ST, Knoxville, 37917-7343

Lara Walden tipton

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

5645 MERCHANTS CENTER BLVD, Knoxville, 37912-3470

Lula M Valentine

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

600 ARTHUR ST, Knoxville, 37921-6405

Mallorie Marie Clark

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

2018 WESTERN AVE, Knoxville, 37921-5718

Mary Franfces Miller, CPRS

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

5310 BALL CAMP PIKE, Knoxville, 37921-3234

CPRS

Megan Brumlow

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

600 ARTHUR ST, Knoxville, 37921-6405

Melissa Sue Kaminski

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

600 ARTHUR ST, Knoxville, 37921-6405

Natalie Lyna Huckabee

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

201 W SPRINGDALE AVE, Knoxville, 37917-5158

Nathan Thomas Harrison

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

200 TECH CENTER DR, Knoxville, 37912-2747

Neha Sagarad

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

5302 BALL CAMP PIKE, Knoxville, 37921-3234

Patrick Dickens

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

528 LAMAR ST, Knoxville, 37917-7343

Quintin Edward Arnold, BS

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

2018 WESTERN AVE, Knoxville, 37921-5718

Robert Charles Suit, CPRS

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

526 LAMAR ST, Knoxville, 37917-7343

CPRS

Ronald Joseph Hartman, CPRS

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

5310 BALL CAMP PIKE, Knoxville, 37921-3234

CPRS

Ronnie Lee Herrmann

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

600 ARTHUR ST, Knoxville, 37921-6405

Shadonna Elizabeth Reid

Peer Specialists — Tennessee

205 W SPRINGDALE AVE, Knoxville, 37917-5158

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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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