Amplifying Peer Specialists in the Behavioral Health Continuum of Care

• By: Jantra Coll, PsyD Johnell Lawrence, MSW Vibrant Emotional Health
• January 19th, 2026
• access to care barriers, community-based mental health, crisis and prevention services, lived experience, mental health workforce shortage, peer support, trust in care, Winter 2026 Issue, youth and family support systems
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We have witnessed the ongoing strain on our traditional mental health care system over the past five years. There is a growing need for help across communities, where help seekers are experiencing nuanced mental health challenges. From suicidality, stress, bullying, substance misuse, to family...