WHAT IS PEER SUPPORT?

​"...A successful Peer Support relationship will leave the peer feeling more empowered and hopeful about the future. The value of the relationship is derived from a sense of CONNECTION through the shared experience of living with adversities of life. The message "I've been there and found my way, and I believe you can too" is the foundation for building trust and feeling comfortable in sharing in a supportive, non-judgemental environment."

WHO IS A PEER SUPPORTER?

"...someone with the lived experience of recovery from a mental health condition, substance use disorder, domestic violence, sexualized violence, etc. They provide support to others experiencing similar challenges. They provide non-clinical, strengths-based support and are “experientially credentialed” by their own recovery journey (Davidson, et al., 1999)."

Peer Supporters:

* provide non-judgmental, accepting and empathic environment for sharing;

* are willing to be open about their own experiences;

* inspire hope that people can and do recover;

* walk with people on their recovery journeys;

* provide self-help education and link people to tools and resources; 

* support people in identifying their goals, hopes, and dreams;

* help creating a roadmap for healing and recovery."

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WHAT ARE LIVED EXPERIENCES?

"...1. personal knowledge about the world gained through direct, first-hand involvement in everyday events rather than through representations constructed by other people."

"...2. the experiences of people on whom a social issue or combination of issues has had a direct impact."

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Please, explore the website to see what services I provide, what kind of support I offer and what training I have.

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If you feel inclined to reach out, please go to BOOKINGS tab. The consultations are confidential.

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Kindly, Dominika