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Living with Mental Wellness
I have a group about living with mental illness on Wednesdays, and as a group, we decided to rename it to “Living with Mental Wellness.” One of the things we discussed was taking the power away from our mental illnesses. … Continue reading
Individual Autonomy and Peer Support
This is a note from a personal perspective: I have studied the Peer Support Training Manual from front to back. I know the evidence-based practices involved. It is something that I must practice daily so to override … Continue reading
Ethics and Peer Support
A Kentucky Peer Support Specialist is not a clinical professional. The specialist goes through certification to perform the job, but that certification alone does not replace the years of studying and experience of therapists and psychologists. Although we are not … Continue reading
The Role of a Recovery Story in Peer Support
The sharing of one’s “Recovery Story” is the foundation upon what the rest of peer support is built. A Recovery Story is the telling of the personal journey the Peer Support Specialist has been on in order to reach the … Continue reading
Compassion Fatigue
As a Peer Support Specialist, I have to be very cautious about taking care of myself. Yes, I am in recovery, but I am not cured. I still have what is considered a serious mental illness. If I were to … Continue reading
Changing the expectations of those with mental illness
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
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