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Jessica L.
Certified Peer Supporter
(3)I'm a fellow passenger on this flying rock with many years of lived experience in recovery from a broad spectrum of trauma. My qualifications include Peer Support certification from COPA Health, managing a board and care home for those recently ... view full bio
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Valerie M.
State Certified Peer Supporter
(2)I am a knowledge enthusiast. I am an ice cream connoisseur. I am a bargain-hunting savant. I am walking the talk of person-centered thinking, speaking, and living. I celebrate individuals who determine the trajectory of their own lives. I am ... view full bio
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Mitchell S.
Certified Peer Supporter
(2)Mitchell Sherman is a dedicated advocate in the field of peer support, driven by a genuine desire to empower others and foster positive change in the community. Drawing from a unique blend of personal and professional lived experiences, they bring ... view full bio
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Brianna K.
Certified Peer Supporter
(1)Hi! My name is Brianna and I am a certified peer specialist. I am diagnosed with unspecified mood affect disorder, severe anxiety, and depressive disorder. I have received psychiatric care for many years and have dealt with my fair share ... view full bio
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Gala G.
State Certified Peer Supporter
(1)Hello!! My name is Gala (Gay-la). I’m a Wife, Mom and Certified Peer Support Specialist. Prior to taking some time off to focus on myself and healing, I worked as a Mass Transit Operator and had a photography business. I ... view full bio
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Teana .
State Certified Peer Supporter
(1)My name is Teána (T-ahna) and as a mother, Black woman and DV survivor I know that I can be my own worst critic. My healing journey has brought me a long way and I now know I am worthy. ... view full bio
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Melanie T.
Certified Peer Supporter
(0)I am a Medi-Cal State Certified Peer Support Specialist. I began my Peer Support Journey in September of 2018 when I completed Peer Employment Training through RI International. It was during the Pandemic that I found my job working for ... view full bio
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Cynthia F.
State Certified Peer Supporter
(0)I am Cynthia Franks. I am a certified Mental Health Peer Specialist. I have come to this space to share my lived experience with others and offer hope and resilience from my experience. And support others in navigating their pathway ... view full bio
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Meesh T.
State Peer Recovery Specialist
(0)I am a all in one support ranger. I’m a peer advocate, domestic violence , diabetic , 911, LGBTQ , BIPOC, thriving person. I’m passionate about helping others overcome adversity( our inner world pain that projects into the outer). I’m ... view full bio
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Tammy B.
Certified Peer Supporter
(0)I have 7 years experience as a CA Medi-Cal Certified Peer Support Specialist & Family Support Specialist most of which was for NAMI San Diego. I’ve worked in both a county psychiatric hospital and in the community. I’m also a ... view full bio
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