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The next NAMI Peer to Peer class will be held in the Fall of 2026.  It is an eight session class and we ask that participants commit to attend all 8 sessions in order to get the most our of the class.  Sign up now! and we will contact you to confirm your place in the class.
This class is free to participants.

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.

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.