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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Lakeside-Milam Recovery Centers

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Seattle, WA

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A New Safehaven

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Longview, WA

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Squaxin Island Tribe Behavioral Health - Outpatient Program

Shelton, WA

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Eagle Harbor Counseling

Bainbridge Island, 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

Showing 1651–1700 of 2,887

Individual Peer Support Specialists

Ella Shanahan

Peer Specialists — Washington

1116 SUMMIT AVE, Seattle, 98101-2831

Elle Pedersen Walker, AAC

Peer Specialists — Washington

2600 SW HOLDEN ST, Seattle, 98126-3505

AAC

Emily Rinard, CPC

Peer Specialists — Washington

1618 S LANE ST, Seattle, 98144-2829

CPC

Enye Dinish

Peer Specialists — Washington

2100 24TH AVE S, Seattle, 98144-4637

Eric Barnett

Peer Specialists — Washington

1600 E OLIVE ST., Seattle, 98122-2735

Eric Rice

Peer Specialists — Washington

325 9TH AVE, Seattle, 98104-2499

Erik Frank Bjodstrup

Peer Specialists — Washington

2970 SW AVALON WAY, Seattle, 98126-2551

Erin Fischer, CRS

Peer Specialists — Washington

4739 UNIVERSITY WAY NE # 2032, Seattle, 98105-4412

CRS

Ernestine Delores Goston

Peer Specialists — Washington

216 JAMES ST, DESC, Seattle, 98104

Essence White

Peer Specialists — Washington

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

Evan Kerry Reding

Peer Specialists — Washington

701 N 36TH ST STE 300, Seattle, 98103-8868

Everett Alan Amundson

Peer Specialists — Washington

11900 BEACON AVE S, Seattle, 98178-2811

Fritzina Fay Johnson, CPCAAC

Peer Specialists — Washington

1420 WESTERN AVE APT 1004, Seattle, 98101-2041

CPCAAC

Gabriela Soto

Peer Specialists — Washington

2100 24TH AVE S, Seattle, 98144-4637

Garyn Wrede

Peer Specialists — Washington

1600 S LANE ST, Seattle, 98144-2810

Gerry Achola, CPC

Peer Specialists — Washington

11410 NE 122ND WAY, Seattle, 98115

CPC

Gina Yvette Donlucas, MEDICAL PEER SUPPORT

Peer Specialists — Washington

4739 UNIVERSITY WAY NE # 2032, Seattle, 98105-4412

MEDICAL PEER SUPPORT

Guadalupe Candelaria Hurtado, CPC

Peer Specialists — Washington

216 JAMES ST, Seattle, 98104-5102

CPC

Haihong Wang

Peer Specialists — Washington

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

Hannah Georgene Pendergrass

Peer Specialists — Washington

600 STEWART ST STE 300, Seattle, 98101-1257

Hayden Robert Fletcher

Peer Specialists — Washington

122 16TH AVE E, Seattle, 98112-5212

Heather Capitanio

Peer Specialists — Washington

4739 UNIVERSITY WAY NE # 2032, Seattle, 98105-4412

Heather Lynn Mcduff

Peer Specialists — Washington

216 JAMES ST # 10, Seattle, 98104-5102

Heather Slaminski

Peer Specialists — Washington

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

Ianeta Etuale

Peer Specialists — Washington

1600 S LANE ST, Seattle, 98144-2810

Jacob Michael Ball

Peer Specialists — Washington

1618 S LANE ST, Seattle, 98144-2829

Jacqueline Moore

Peer Specialists — Washington

2600 SW HOLDEN ST, Seattle, 98126-3505

Jade Park

Peer Specialists — Washington

325 9TH AVE, Seattle, 98104-2420

Jaila Roberson

Peer Specialists — Washington

2100 24TH AVE S, Seattle, 98144-4637

James D Brown, CPC, SUDPT

Peer Specialists — Washington

861 POPLAR PL S, Seattle, 98144-2827

CPC, SUDPT

James Huntley Gordon

Peer Specialists — Washington

4120 STONE WAY N, Seattle, 98103-3627

Jamila Presnell, AAC

Peer Specialists — Washington

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

AAC

Janice Y Lawrence

Peer Specialists — Washington

2400 NE 95TH ST, Seattle, 98115-2426

Jartu Yamah

Peer Specialists — Washington

14027 LAKE CITY WAY NE, Seattle, 98125-3850

Jay Thomas Scott, CDP

Peer Specialists — Washington

222 WALL ST, Seattle, 98121-1431

CDP

Jeffrey Jay Huot

Peer Specialists — Washington

401 BROADWAY, Seattle, 98104

Jelliane Anasco

Peer Specialists — Washington

13555 AURORA AVE N, Seattle, 98133-7511

Jennifer Keat

Peer Specialists — Washington

2329 4TH AVE, Seattle, 98121-1717

Jennifer Marie Mcpherson

Peer Specialists — Washington

901 RAINIER AVE S, Seattle, 98144-2839

Jessica Kinney

Peer Specialists — Washington

4739 UNIVERSITY WAY NE # 2032, Seattle, 98105-4412

Jessica Yolanda Vernaza

Peer Specialists — Washington

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

Jesssica Rosenberger, 104100000X

Peer Specialists — Washington

14115 AURORA AVE N, Seattle, 98133-6942

104100000X

Jill Marie Foucher

Peer Specialists — Washington

1618 S LANE ST STE 201, Seattle, 98144-2829

Jillian Jeanine Fouch, CPC

Peer Specialists — Washington

12527 ROOSEVELT WAY NE APT 302, Seattle, 98125-3952

CPC

Jimmy Gene Miller

Peer Specialists — Washington

1600 S LANE ST, Seattle, 98144-2810

Joanne Garcia

Peer Specialists — Washington

2100 24TH AVE S, Seattle, 98144-4637

Jody Orr

Peer Specialists — Washington

2100 24TH AVE S, Seattle, 98144-4637

John Bradley Amell, PEER COUNSELOR

Peer Specialists — Washington

222 WALL ST # 100, Seattle, 98121-1431

PEER COUNSELOR

John James Renfrow

Peer Specialists — Washington

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

Jolene Williams, AAC

Peer Specialists — Washington

10344 14TH AVE S, Seattle, 98168-1689

AAC

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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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Lakeside-Milam Recovery Centers

A New Safehaven

Squaxin Island Tribe Behavioral Health - Outpatient Program

Eagle Harbor Counseling

Mindful Alternatives LLC

Snoqualmie Behavioral Health Services

Peer Support in Washington

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Lakeside-Milam Recovery Centers

A New Safehaven

Squaxin Island Tribe Behavioral Health - Outpatient Program

Eagle Harbor Counseling

Mindful Alternatives LLC

Snoqualmie Behavioral Health Services

Peer Support in Washington

Individual Peer Support Specialists

Peer Support Services

Recovery Coaching

Recovery Centers

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Recovery Planning

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