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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Eagle Harbor Counseling

Bainbridge Island, 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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A New Safehaven

A Safe Haven For You To Grow

Longview, WA

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Squaxin Island Tribe Behavioral Health - Outpatient Program

Shelton, WA

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Snoqualmie Behavioral Health Services

Snoqualmie, WA

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Mindful Alternatives LLC

Bellevue, WA

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Peer Support in Washington

50 Peer Specialists

Showing 1601–1650 of 2,887

Individual Peer Support Specialists

Carla Susana Peressin, CPC

Peer Specialists — Washington

861 POPLAR PL S, Seattle, 98144-2827

CPC

Casandra Gail Adams

Peer Specialists — Washington

11000 LAKE CITY WAY NE, Seattle, 98125-6748

Catherine Sweeten

Peer Specialists — Washington

11000 LAKE CITY WAY NE, SUITE 300, Seattle, 98125-6748

Cecilia Pleasant

Peer Specialists — Washington

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

Charles Gene Tatum

Peer Specialists — Washington

122 16TH AVE E, Seattle, 98112-5212

Charles Irven Tynes

Peer Specialists — Washington

1618 S LANE ST STE 202, Seattle, 98144-2829

Chelsea Katlin Sweitzer

Peer Specialists — Washington

2100 24TH AVE S, Seattle, 98144-4637

Christene Delee

Peer Specialists — Washington

2100 24TH AVE S, Seattle, 98144-4637

Christian Day

Peer Specialists — Washington

1600 S LANE ST, Seattle, 98144-2810

Christina Covert

Peer Specialists — Washington

1600 E OLIVE ST, Seattle, 98122-2735

Christina Kettman

Peer Specialists — Washington

4800 SAND POINT WAY NE, Seattle, 98105-3901

Christina M Bresina

Peer Specialists — Washington

901 RAINIER AVE S, Seattle, 98144-2839

Christine Joanna Bell

Peer Specialists — Washington

1600 S LANE ST, Seattle, 98144-2810

Clarence W Koch, AAC

Peer Specialists — Washington

1600 S LANE ST, Seattle, 98144-2810

AAC

Clay Jonathon Berry

Peer Specialists — Washington

2100 24TH AVE S, Seattle, 98144-4637

Clysta Cole, CPSS

Peer Specialists — Washington

2212 S JACKSON ST, Seattle, 98144-2591

CPSS

Cole Michael Devlin, CPC, MSW, LSWAIC

Peer Specialists — Washington

2100 24TH AVE S, Seattle, 98144-4637

CPC, MSW, LSWAIC

Connie Hudson

Peer Specialists — Washington

325 9TH AVE # 359797, Seattle, 98104-2420

Constance Latisha Ford, PEER SPECIALIST

Peer Specialists — Washington

2600 SW HOLDEN ST, Seattle, 98126-3505

PEER SPECIALIST

Cristine Pearl Morgan, CPC

Peer Specialists — Washington

2133 3RD AVE STE 116, Seattle, 98121-2353

CPC

Crystal Perry

Peer Specialists — Washington

2100 24TH AVE S STE 260, Seattle, 98144-4644

Currissa Gildon

Peer Specialists — Washington

325 9TH AVE, Seattle, 98104-2420

Curtis Leon Royster

Peer Specialists — Washington

401 BROADWAY, Seattle, 98104

Cynthia D Marcello

Peer Specialists — Washington

10344 14TH AVE S, Seattle, 98168-1689

Danaelle Bell, CG 60765431

Peer Specialists — Washington

1600 S LANE ST, Seattle, 98144

CG 60765431

Daniel E Callahan

Peer Specialists — Washington

1600 S LANE ST, Seattle, 98144-2810

Daniel Westforth

Peer Specialists — Washington

216 JAMES ST, Seattle, 98104-5102

Danielle Raines

Peer Specialists — Washington

100 23RD AVE S, Seattle, 98144-2302

Darnae Shakur Williams

Peer Specialists — Washington

11000 LAKE CITY WAY NE, Seattle, 98125

Darrel W Jernigan, CG 61020545

Peer Specialists — Washington

1216 PINE ST STE 300, Seattle, 98101-1959

CG 61020545

Davantara Yinn, PEER SPECIALIST

Peer Specialists — Washington

3639 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY S, Seattle, 98144-6847

PEER SPECIALIST

David Joseph Mcrae, 175T00000X 101Y0000

Peer Specialists — Washington

3927 S LUCILE ST, Seattle, 98118-2257

175T00000X 101Y0000

David Manuel Flores, CPC

Peer Specialists — Washington

1600 E OLIVE ST, Seattle, 98122-2735

CPC

David Warner

Peer Specialists — Washington

10521 MERIDIAN AVE N, Seattle, 98133-9509

Deandra Charles

Peer Specialists — Washington

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

Debra Eugenia Kelly, CPC, AARC

Peer Specialists — Washington

2600 SW HOLDEN ST, Seattle, 98126-3505

CPC, AARC

Demetris Haynes

Peer Specialists — Washington

2100 24TH AVE S, Seattle, 98144-4637

Demi N Anderson

Peer Specialists — Washington

2100 24TH AVE S STE 260, Seattle, 98144-4644

Denise Larae Bowers

Peer Specialists — Washington

11000 LAKE CITY WAY NE, Seattle, 98125-6748

Dennis Adams, CERTIFIED PEER COUN

Peer Specialists — Washington

1600 S LANE ST, Seattle, 98144-2810

CERTIFIED PEER COUN

Desiree Barbara Terrell

Peer Specialists — Washington

2400 NE 95TH ST, Seattle, 98115-2426

Desiree Coleman

Peer Specialists — Washington

2400 NE 95TH ST, Seattle, 98115-2426

Dominique Taylor Mclain

Peer Specialists — Washington

1618 S LANE ST STE 202, Seattle, 98144-2829

Dottie Marie Brown

Peer Specialists — Washington

325 9TH AVE # 359797, Seattle, 98104-2420

Draven Paul Loki

Peer Specialists — Washington

325 9TH AVE, Seattle, 98104-2420

Dylan Wayne Vanosdol, CPS

Peer Specialists — Washington

11900 BEACON AVE S, Seattle, 98178-2811

CPS

Elaine Thornton Monroe, CG60925561

Peer Specialists — Washington

1600 S LANE ST, Seattle, 98144-2810

CG60925561

Elizabeth Anne Montgomery nielsen

Peer Specialists — Washington

1107 NE 45TH ST STE 200, Seattle, 98105-4631

Elizabeth Rose Lee

Peer Specialists — Washington

1901 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR WAY S, Seattle, 98144-4801

Elizabeth Skeens

Peer Specialists — Washington

1901 MLK JR WAY S, Seattle, 98144-4801

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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.

Part of the Red Door Recovery Directory Network

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Eagle Harbor Counseling

Lakeside-Milam Recovery Centers

A New Safehaven

Squaxin Island Tribe Behavioral Health - Outpatient Program

Snoqualmie Behavioral Health Services

Mindful Alternatives LLC

Peer Support in Washington

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Eagle Harbor Counseling

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A New Safehaven

Squaxin Island Tribe Behavioral Health - Outpatient Program

Snoqualmie Behavioral Health Services

Mindful Alternatives LLC

Peer Support in Washington

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Peer Support Services

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