Business Details
Peer Support & Recovery Services in Portland, OR
Mental Health Association Of Oregon remains steadfast in its mission to provide peer-centered support for mental health and addiction recovery. Our organization is built on the principle that lived experience is a powerful tool for guiding others toward self-directed recovery. We offer accessible resources, training programs, and community-driven services designed to empower individuals without financial barriers. Our team of Peer Support Specialists combines personal experience with professional expertise to help peers navigate recovery challenges, secure housing, and access employment opportunities.We are deeply committed to fostering inclusivity, equity, and transparency in all our programs. Through initiatives like the OPTIC training program and Project PEER, we cultivate a robust peer workforce dedicated to advancing recovery support across Oregon. Our recognition as an award-winning workplace reflects our dedication to excellence and employee well-being. By prioritizing community collaboration and innovative approaches, we strive to create a sustainable support network that honors individual journeys toward wellness.
Services
Peer Support Services
Peer Wellness Specialist Training
Project PEER Certification
Peerpocalypse Conference
Advocacy & Community Collaboration
OPTIC Training Program
Peer Pain Training
Housing & Facilities Support
Recovery Peer Services
Behavioral Health Resource Network
Highlights and features
- Our Peer Support Specialists use lived experience to guide recovery journeys.
- We offer free services to individuals facing mental health and addiction challenges.
- We provide state-certified Peer Wellness Specialist training programs.
- Recognized as Oregon's top workplace for nonprofit excellence.
- We advocate for equity and inclusivity in peer support services.
Associations and certifications
- Oregon Health Authority
- Mental Health and Addiction Certification Board of Oregon
What people say
Life-changing recovery support
Empowering peer specialists
Community-driven approach
Free accessible services
Award-winning workplace culture
Services
Peer Support Services
Our Peer Support Specialists provide one-on-one guidance for individuals navigating mental health and addiction recovery. Using lived experience, we help peers set recovery goals, access resources, and build supportive networks. Services are available at no cost to ensure accessibility for all community members.
Peer Wellness Specialist Training
This 80-hour state-approved training prepares individuals to become certified peer support specialists. The curriculum combines live instruction with internship experience to develop skilled professionals. Both virtual and in-person formats accommodate diverse learning preferences while maintaining program quality.
Project PEER
Project PEER expands peer support access by covering training costs for participants in underserved Oregon communities. The program includes tuition assistance, technology support, and stipends to remove financial barriers. Participants complete certification training and 100 hours of internship experience.
Peerpocalypse Conference
This four-day national conference brings together peer support professionals and advocates for skill-building and networking. Attendees access workshops, keynote speakers, and CEU opportunities both in-person and virtually. The event promotes knowledge sharing to advance the peer support movement.
Peer Pain Training
This specialized training equips peer specialists to support individuals living with chronic pain. Developed with pain science experts and people with lived experience, the curriculum addresses pain management strategies and effective support techniques for improved quality of life.
People
Janie Gullickson
Executive Director
Janie Gullickson leads Mental Health Association Of Oregon with a vision for peer-driven recovery systems. Her leadership emphasizes organizational excellence and community impact, evidenced by multiple workplace recognition awards. She advocates for policy changes that expand peer support access.
Terry Leckron Myers
Senior Director of Peer Delivered Services
Terry Leckron Myers oversees peer service delivery and training programs. With extensive experience in peer support systems, they ensure program quality and alignment with recovery principles. Their work focuses on workforce development and service accessibility.
Reina Bower
EVOLVE Director
Reina Bower directs the EVOLVE program, which empowers peer leaders through advanced training and leadership development. Her recovery journey informs her commitment to creating pathways for peer professionals in the behavioral health field.
Adrienne Scavera
Senior Director of Training & Outreach
Adrienne Scavera leads training initiatives including the OPTIC program and statewide needs assessments. She develops curricula that integrate lived experience with professional standards to advance peer support practices across Oregon.
Tammy Wilkins
Director of BHRN Services
Tammy Wilkins manages Behavioral Health Resource Network services, connecting peers with essential support systems. Her work focuses on creating accessible pathways to recovery resources and fostering collaboration among service providers.
Questions
What is peer support?
Peer support is a person-to-person recovery approach where individuals use their lived experience to guide others through mental health or addiction challenges.
Are your services free?
Yes, all peer support services are provided at no cost to ensure accessibility for individuals in recovery.
Do you offer professional training programs?
We provide state-certified Peer Wellness Specialist training with both virtual and in-person options for career development.
What is the Peerpocalypse conference?
Peerpocalypse is our annual national conference for peer support professionals featuring workshops, networking, and continuing education opportunities.
How can I get involved?
You can participate through peer support services, training programs, conference attendance, volunteering, or donation opportunities.
Do you serve rural communities?
Yes, our services extend to rural and frontier areas of Oregon through targeted outreach and virtual support options.
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