Category Archives: Information About Peer Specialists

Peer Support: Relationships in Recovery

Posted on May 7, 2015 by Susan Vaught

Peer Support training states that there are ten guiding principles of recovery.  One of these is the “relational” principle.  It tells us that an individual’s chances of recovery are greatly increased if he or she has a strong foundation of … Continue reading →

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Changing the expectations of those with mental illness

Posted on April 6, 2015 by Danielle McNeill

    It is important to ask the question, do we BELIEVE that the person we are working with can live a productive life?  At times it can be hard to do so.  The amount of trauma some individuals have … Continue reading →

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Effective Listening and Peer Support

Posted on March 27, 2015 by Susan Vaught

Effective Listening and Peer Support Services The Peer Support Specialist uses “Effective Listening” techniques when working with his or her peers (patients).  According to the Kentucky Peer Support training, the difference between listening and “effective” listening is that we know … Continue reading →

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