Maybe you've been experiencing disabling mental illness—whether it's depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, or anxiety. Maybe you feel as though your life is being controlled by substance use. Whatever struggles you're dealing with, it's easy to feel like nobody understands. The people who care about you want to help, but they don't really get what you're going through. Therapists have clinical training, but not all of them have lived experience. Even surrounded by people who care, you feel alone.

We know how it feels. And we're here for you.

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At Peerstar, we stand out as an organization 100% dedicated to peer support services across Pennsylvania. Since 2007, we've been connecting people in recovery with Certified Peer Specialists and Certified Recovery Specialists—trained professionals who've walked similar paths through mental health and addiction challenges and use what they've learned to support those who are facing those struggles now.

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Peer support is different than therapy or companionship.

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Peer support is structured, goal-based support from someone who's been in your shoes. Someone who has done the work to rebuild their life and can show you it's possible to rebuild yours. While your therapist, doctor, and/or treatment team might handle the clinical side, we support you in navigating real-world challenges and making what you learn in treatment work in everyday life.​

 

Your peer specialist will:
 

• Meet with you regularly (at your home, in the community, or by phone/video)

• Help you set and reach your personal goals

• Show you what worked for them

• Support you through tough days and daily life hurdles

• Celebrate your wins, big and small