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