Get Certified

Becoming a Certified Peer Counselor empowers individuals with lived experience to support others navigating behavioral health challenges. At Puget Sound Peer, we provide the guidance and resources needed to complete the certification process, including training, mentorship, and connections to employment opportunities. Whether you’re looking to use your experience to uplift others or advance your career in the behavioral health field, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Start your journey toward making a lasting impact today!

Join a Cohort

The Peer Advocacy and Leadership Academy (PALA) is designed for individuals passionate about advocacy, leadership, and community change. Our cohort-based training program equips participants with the skills and knowledge to become Certified Peer Counselors while fostering a strong peer support network. Cohort members receive hands-on training, mentorship, and opportunities to engage in peer-led initiatives that make a difference in our communities. Ready to step into a leadership role and transform lives? Join our next cohort and be part of the movement!

Give a Donation

Your generosity fuels our mission. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, every donation to Puget Sound Peer is tax-deductible and directly supports our work in peer advocacy, leadership training, and community support services. Your contribution helps fund peer counselor certifications, mentorship programs, and critical resources for individuals facing housing instability, mental health challenges, and reentry barriers. Invest in the power of lived experience—because together, we can create lasting change.

Volunteer

Looking to make a difference? Puget Sound Peer thrives on the dedication of peer counselors, community advocates, and administrative volunteers who support our mission. Whether you’re certified and eager to provide direct peer support or have skills in event planning, grant writing, outreach, or administrative tasks, we have a place for you. Volunteering with us is an opportunity to be part of a dynamic movement that uplifts and empowers individuals through peer-led initiatives. Get involved and help build stronger, healthier communities today!

Corporate Support

Businesses and organizations play a vital role in strengthening community support systems. By partnering with Puget Sound Peer, your company can contribute through donation drives, sponsorships, and direct financial contributions that help expand access to peer-led services. Whether you’re interested in supporting workforce development, funding a training cohort, or sponsoring an event, we welcome collaboration with corporate partners who believe in the power of lived experience and peer support. Join us in making a lasting impact—because when businesses invest in communities, everyone thrives.