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The Fall 2023 class is full but you can sign up to reserve your spot in the next Peer to Peer class which will be held in early 2024.

NAMI Peer-to-Peer is a unique, experiential learning program for people experiencing a mental health challenge who are interested in establishing and maintaining their wellness and recovery. Peer-to-Peer consists of eight two-hour units and is taught by a team of two trained teachers and a volunteer support person, all of whom are personally experienced at living well with mental illness. This program was designated as an evidence-based program by SAMSHA and updated in 2018.

Participants come away from the course with: 

• Tangible resources compiled in a binder
• An advance directive plan for WA state
• A “relapse prevention plan” to help identify tell-tale feelings, thoughts, behavior, or events that may warn of impending relapse and to organize for intervention.
• Increased knowledge of individual diagnoses, therapy types, and medication classifications.
• Information on the biology of the brain and its impact on mental health conditions.
• Mindfulness exercises to help focus and calm thinking.
• Survival skills and communication tips for working with providers and the general public.

This highly sought after course is ABSOLUTELY FREE, but teachers ask that participants commit to attending all 8 evening classes, 2 hours each week for 8 weeks.

If you are interested in participating, please use the registration form or call NAMI Whatcom office at (360) 671-4950.