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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If you or someone you care about could benefit from a higher level of care, these trusted providers are here to help. They offer compassionate, confidential support for treatment, recovery housing, and wellness—at your own pace, on your own terms.

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Squaxin Island Tribe Behavioral Health - Outpatient Program

Shelton, WA

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Bainbridge Island, WA

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A New Safehaven

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Longview, WA

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Lakeside-Milam Recovery Centers

The Pacific Northwest's most trusted path to recovery. Serving Seattle since 1983.

Seattle, WA

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Mindful Alternatives LLC

Bellevue, WA

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Snoqualmie Behavioral Health Services

Snoqualmie, WA

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Peer Support in Washington

50 Peer Specialists

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Individual Peer Support Specialists

Tony Brown

Peer Specialists — Washington

21810 NE 37TH AVE, Ridgefield, 98642-7747

Victoria V Smith, CPC

Peer Specialists — Washington

21810 NE 37TH AVE, Ridgefield, 98642-7747

CPC

William Smith

Peer Specialists — Washington

21810 NE 37TH AVE, Ridgefield, 98642-7747

Aleksandr Nikolaev

Peer Specialists — Washington

4040 S 188TH ST STE 300, Seatac, 98188-5070

Aboubacar Sidiki Camara

Peer Specialists — Washington

2100 24TH AVE S, Seattle, 98144-4637

Adaijah Aiyumi Grier

Peer Specialists — Washington

2100 24TH AVE S STE 250, Seattle, 98144-4644

Adam Blakeslee Little

Peer Specialists — Washington

1618 S LANE ST, Seattle, 98144-2829

Adam Tischmak

Peer Specialists — Washington

1600 S LANE ST, Seattle, 98144-2810

Adawnna Davis-henderson

Peer Specialists — Washington

2100 24TH AVE S, Seattle, 98144-4637

Ahmed Jama

Peer Specialists — Washington

1107 NE 45TH ST, Seattle, 98105-4690

Albe Franklin

Peer Specialists — Washington

2100 24TH AVE S, Seattle, 98144-4637

Aleksandr Nikolaev

Peer Specialists — Washington

9725 3RD AVE NE STE 405, Seattle, 98115-2024

Aleric Hughes

Peer Specialists — Washington

1200 SW HOLDEN ST, Seattle, 98106-2054

Alexander Anaya, AAC, CPC

Peer Specialists — Washington

1600 S LANE ST, Seattle, 98144-2810

AAC, CPC

Alexander Coleman

Peer Specialists — Washington

515 3RD AVE, Seattle, 98104-2304

Alexis Danielle Smith

Peer Specialists — Washington

2200 RAINIER AVE S STE 201, Seattle, 98144-4642

Alisa Nicole Walsh

Peer Specialists — Washington

2600 SW HOLDEN ST, Seattle, 98126-3505

Alisa Senitha Chin

Peer Specialists — Washington

2100 24TH AVE S, Seattle, 98144-4637

Alyssa D Gaudinier

Peer Specialists — Washington

2400 NE 95TH ST, Seattle, 98115-2426

Amira Nicol Armenta

Peer Specialists — Washington

2600 SW HOLDEN ST, Seattle, 98126-3505

Amiria Zycole Dunlap

Peer Specialists — Washington

2100 24TH AVE S, Seattle, 98144-4637

Andre Braxton

Peer Specialists — Washington

1600 E OLIVE ST, SOUND MENTAL HEALTH, Seattle, 98122-2735

Andrea Lorrin Gehring, CPC

Peer Specialists — Washington

4739 UNIVERSITY WAY NE STE 104, Seattle, 98105-4412

CPC

Andrea Marcella Hoyt

Peer Specialists — Washington

901 RAINIER AVE S, Seattle, 98144-2839

Angelina Renae Martin, CPC

Peer Specialists — Washington

1902 2ND AVE STE 208, Seattle, 98101-1186

CPC

Ann Lorraine Dutting

Peer Specialists — Washington

2600 SW HOLDEN ST, Seattle, 98126-3505

Antoinette L Lambert

Peer Specialists — Washington

515 3RD AVE, Seattle, 98104-2304

Antoninette Elaine Frost, CPC

Peer Specialists — Washington

11900 BEACON AVE S, Seattle, 98178-2811

CPC

Aquibalon Ruquiya

Peer Specialists — Washington

10700 MERIDIAN AVE N, SUITE G11, Seattle, 98133-9008

Ashara Lanise Wilson

Peer Specialists — Washington

2200 RAINIER AVE S STE 201, Seattle, 98144-4642

Ashley Firman

Peer Specialists — Washington

13555 AURORA AVE N, Seattle, 98133-7511

Ashley Leann Hopkins

Peer Specialists — Washington

317 S BENNETT ST, Seattle, 98108-2228

Ashwika Budhiraja

Peer Specialists — Washington

2600 SW HOLDEN ST, Seattle, 98126-3505

Austin Wiedmaier

Peer Specialists — Washington

1600 S LANE ST, Seattle, 98144-2810

Barbara Helen Perry

Peer Specialists — Washington

1600 S LANE ST, Seattle, 98144-2810

Benjamin Adkins Adkins

Peer Specialists — Washington

2100 24TH AVE S, Seattle, 98144-4637

Benjamin Chase Vaagen

Peer Specialists — Washington

1618 S LANE ST, Seattle, 98144-2829

Benjamin Martin

Peer Specialists — Washington

515 3RD AVE, Seattle, 98104-2304

Benjamin Samuel Schroeter

Peer Specialists — Washington

216 JAMES ST, Seattle, 98104-5102

Brandi Rae Hoelscher-price, CPC

Peer Specialists — Washington

216 JAMES ST, Seattle, 98104-5102

CPC

Brandon Nicole Macias

Peer Specialists — Washington

325 9TH AVE, Seattle, 98104-2420

Brandon Scott Backus jackson

Peer Specialists — Washington

515 3RD AVE, Seattle, 98104-2304

Brian Marcus Davis

Peer Specialists — Washington

2100 24TH AVE S, Seattle, 98144-4637

Brittany Lynn Brenon

Peer Specialists — Washington

9725 3RD AVE NE STE 405, Seattle, 98115-2024

Brooke Denice Gertlar, CG 60667012

Peer Specialists — Washington

2033 6TH AVE FL 6, Seattle, 98121-2573

CG 60667012

Brooke Gower

Peer Specialists — Washington

1701 18TH AVE S, Seattle, 98144-4317

Bryan Joseph Gilroy, AAC

Peer Specialists — Washington

10344 14TH AVE S, Seattle, 98168-1689

AAC

Candace Clark

Peer Specialists — Washington

100 23RD AVE S, Seattle, 98144-2302

Caren Gussoff Sumption, CPC, CVA, AAC, MFA

Peer Specialists — Washington

216 JAMES ST, Seattle, 98104-5102

CPC, CVA, AAC, MFA

Carla C Coleman

Peer Specialists — Washington

2200 RAINIER AVE S # 201, Seattle, 98144-4642

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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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Squaxin Island Tribe Behavioral Health - Outpatient Program

Eagle Harbor Counseling

A New Safehaven

Lakeside-Milam Recovery Centers

Mindful Alternatives LLC

Snoqualmie Behavioral Health Services

Peer Support in Washington

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Squaxin Island Tribe Behavioral Health - Outpatient Program

Eagle Harbor Counseling

A New Safehaven

Lakeside-Milam Recovery Centers

Mindful Alternatives LLC

Snoqualmie Behavioral Health Services

Peer Support in Washington

Individual Peer Support Specialists

Peer Support Services

Recovery Coaching

Recovery Centers

Resource Navigation

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Recovery Planning

Education & Training

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