Peer-to-Peer

What is Peer-to-Peer?

An 8-session evidence-based educational program for adults with mental health conditions who are looking to better understand themselves and their recovery. Provided at NO cost, the program is taught by trained leaders with lived experience, this program includes activities, discussions, and informative videos.  The course provides an opportunity for mutual support and growth. Experience compassion and understanding from people who relate to your experiences. This is a place to learn more about recovery in an accepting environment.

What will you gain?

NAMI Peer-to-Peer is a safe, confidential space. The course provides an opportunity for mutual support and growth. Experience compassion and understanding from people who relate to your experiences. This is a place to learn more about recovery in an accepting environment.
NAMI Peer-to-Peer helps you:

  • Set a vision and goals for the future

  • Partner with health care providers

  • Develop confidence in making decisions

  • Practice relaxation and stress reduction tools

  • Share your story

  • Strengthen relationships

  • Enhance communication skills

  • Learn about mental health treatment options

Class topics:   

Each NAMI Peer-to-Peer class teaches skills that contribute to mental health and wellness.

  • Class 1: Getting Started: Mental Health and Recovery
    Presents a variety of viewpoints on mental health and recovery. Participants create a personal vision statement and practice diaphragmatic breathing.

  • Class 2: The Brain and the Body
    Explores how the environment and the brain impact mental health. Participants learn about and create SMART goals.

  • Class 3: Telling My Story
    Participants share personal stories, explore the benefits and limitations of mental health diagnoses and practice a progressive relaxation technique.

  • Class 4: Strengthening Relationships:
    Focuses on relationships and effective communication. Participants practice using “I” statements.

  • Class 5: Growing Support Networks
    Explores how to maintain a vibrant social support network. Participants experience a guided visualization activity.

  • Class 6: Tools for Enhancing Recovery
    Covers stress management, different types of therapies and medications.

  • Class 7: My Story, My Strengths
    Participants reframe personal stories and prepare for conversations with mental health providers. Participants learn and practice a new breathing technique.

  • Class 8: Moving Forward
    Participants revisit their personal vision and goals, learn a new problem-solving technique and plan for next steps.