Business Details
40 Years
experience
Peer-Run Mental Health Resources & Technical Assistance
Founded in 1986 by Joseph Rogers, the National Mental Health Self-Help Clearinghouse stands as the first peer-run national technical assistance center dedicated to mental health recovery. Our mission focuses on fostering self-determination, community inclusion, and social justice for individuals with lived mental health experiences. We provide critical resources including the monthly Key Update e-newsletter, a national directory of consumer-driven services, and specialized technical assistance for peer-run organizations. Affiliated with Temple University Collaborative since 2018, we maintain expertise in advocacy, policy development, and peer support systems.Our work bridges gaps between mental health professionals, family members, policymakers, and individuals navigating recovery. Through webinars, publications, and resource libraries, we advance understanding of peer specialist roles and warm line services. Despite operational shifts from federal funding to volunteer management and current university partnership, our commitment to connecting people with self-help resources remains unwavering. We prioritize accessible information through digital platforms while maintaining rigorous standards for resource curation and dissemination.
Services
Technical Assistance
Resource Directory
Webinar Series
Policy Publications
Peer Support Training
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We pioneered peer-run technical assistance for mental health recovery since 1986
- Our monthly Key Update e-newsletter delivers curated mental health resources
- We maintain the national Consumer-Driven Services directory for peer support
- Our team includes experts with lived experience of mental health conditions
- We provide specialized technical assistance for peer-run organizations nationwide
Services
Technical Assistance
We provide specialized support for peer-run mental health organizations through tailored consultation and resource development. Our team offers expertise in program implementation, policy navigation, and best practices for consumer-led services. This assistance helps organizations strengthen their capacity to deliver effective peer support and advocacy programs.
Resource Directory
Our national directory connects individuals to consumer-driven mental health services across the United States. While currently unavailable, this comprehensive resource will help users locate peer support groups, warm lines, and recovery-focused programs when restored to full functionality. The directory serves as a critical bridge between service seekers and community-based solutions.
Webinar Series
We deliver educational programming through webinars covering peer specialist roles, recovery models, and mental health policy developments. These virtual sessions provide accessible learning opportunities for professionals and consumers alike. Participants gain insights into emerging practices and research findings that shape contemporary mental health support systems.
Policy Publications
Our publications advance understanding of mental health policy and peer support innovations through evidence-based analysis. The monthly Key Update newsletter delivers current research findings, advocacy tools, and policy developments to professionals and consumers. These resources inform practice improvements and systemic change efforts.
Peer Support Training
We develop training programs that enhance peer support service delivery through skill-building workshops and implementation guidance. Our training resources help organizations establish effective peer specialist programs and maintain quality standards. This work strengthens the professional development of peer workers across diverse service settings.
Questions
What services does the Clearinghouse provide for peer-run organizations?
We offer technical assistance, policy guidance, and resource development specifically tailored to peer-run mental health organizations.
How can I access the Consumer-Driven Services directory?
The CDS Directory is currently unavailable but will be restored to help locate peer support services nationwide.
What is the Key Update e-newsletter?
Our monthly newsletter delivers curated mental health resources, policy updates, and research findings to subscribers.
What mental health advocacy resources are available?
We provide webinar series, warm line information, and technical guides supporting mental health advocacy efforts.
How has the Clearinghouse evolved since 1986?
Founded by Joseph Rogers, we transitioned from federal funding to volunteer operation before affiliating with Temple University in 2018.
