Real Talk Recovery

Becoming the Resource, You Once Needed

 Episode Description:
In this inspiring episode of Real Talk Recovery, Miss Mo reflects on the journey from being the one who needed support to becoming the one who now offers it — with skill, heart, and purpose.
She shares what it takes to become a peer recovery specialist, including the certifications, trainings, and lived experiences that shape the role. But beyond the credentials, Miss Mo dives into the emotional and spiritual transformation that comes with stepping into service — especially as someone who’s walked the path herself.
Whether you're considering peer support work, already in the field, or simply passionate about recovery, this episode is a tribute to those who turn their healing into help for others. It’s about becoming the person you once wished you had — and doing it with authenticity, courage, and compassion.
 Topics Covered:
What it means to become a peer recovery specialist
Key certifications, including CRM II, Forensic Peer, and more
The heart behind peer work: lived experience as leadership
Balancing professionalism with authenticity
The emotional rewards and challenges of showing up for others
Encouragement for those called to be a resource in recovery
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We Heal Together: The Power of Shared Experience

Episode Description:
Healing isn’t meant to happen in isolation — it’s rooted in connection, trust, and community. In this heartfelt episode of Real Talk Recovery, Miss Mo dives into the power of shared experience in peer recovery spaces.
Drawing from her work as a Certified Recovery Mentor and Master Peer Leader, she shares how healing deepens when people feel seen, heard, and understood by someone who’s walked a similar path. This episode highlights the unique strength of peer support — not as a service for someone, but a journey with them.
Whether it’s in one-on-one peer work, group facilitation, or culturally specific circles, Miss Mo shows how community creates the conditions for true transformation.
 Topics Covered:
The role of shared experience in peer support
How connection fosters emotional safety and trust
Stories of healing through community and peer groups
Why “me too” moments matter in recovery
Moving from isolation to shared resilience

Culturally Rooted Recovery: Why It Matters

In this episode of Real Talk Recovery with Miss Mo, we dive deep into the power of culturally specific support in recovery — especially for individuals and families living with dual diagnoses.
Miss Mo shares her experience facilitating groups for culturally diverse peers and families, and explains why recovery that honors culture, identity, and community history isn’t just important — it’s essential. From language and traditions to trauma and trust, she explores the real-world impact of culturally responsive peer work and how it builds stronger, safer healing spaces.
We also talk about the harm of “one-size-fits-all” approaches, and how peer leaders can make recovery more inclusive, empowering, and effective for people of color, marginalized communities, and those with complex mental health and addiction histories.
Guest Speaker: Adonis Ursery 
 Topics Covered:
What culturally rooted recovery looks like
Supporting dual-diagnosis peers and families with cultural care
How generational trauma and healing intersect
Why representation matters in peer support
Creating safe, affirming spaces for underserved communities
The power of cultural identity in the recovery journey
 

What is a Peer, really?

Miss Mo breaks it all the way down — not just from a professional lens, but from the lived experience that makes peer support so powerful. She shares what defines a peer support specialist, how this role shows up in both mental health and addiction recovery spaces, and why it’s different from clinical or traditional care.
Through her own story and years of service, Miss Mo highlights how peers walk with people, not ahead of them — creating space for connection, empowerment, and healing rooted in trust. She also shares why cultural awareness and authenticity are non-negotiable in peer work, especially for those navigating dual diagnoses or generational trauma.
If you’ve ever wondered what makes peer support unique, or if you’re stepping into this work yourself, this episode is your foundation.
 Topics Covered:
The core values of peer support: empathy, equality, empowerment
The difference between peers and clinicians
Certification vs. lived experience — and why both matter
Cultural responsiveness in peer support roles
Why peer support is critical to recovery at every stage
Real-life examples of peer work in action

From Surviving to Leading: The Path of a Master Peer

In this powerful and personal kickoff episode, Miss Mo opens up about her own transformation — from surviving the storms of addiction, mental health struggles, and life’s traumas, to becoming a recognized leader in the peer recovery world.
With vulnerability and insight, she walks us through the lived experience that laid the foundation for her purpose, the certifications that sharpened her skills, and the calling that led her to become a Master Peer Leader, as recognized by MHACBO.
We explore what leadership looks like in recovery spaces, especially when it’s built not on titles, but on truth. Miss Mo breaks down the balance between being a peer and a professional, the emotional labor of walking with others in their healing, and how cultural relevance and community have shaped her entire path.
This episode is more than a story — it’s a call to rise. A reminder that healing is possible, leadership is earned through service, and our scars can become sacred spaces where others find hope.
Topics Covered:
The real-life journey of becoming a Master Peer
Lived experience as a leadership tool
Key certifications and what they’ve added
Walking the line: peer, leader, healer
Cultural identity in peer recovery work
Encouragement for anyone on the path from hurt to healing