Peer support specialist certification in Virginia is handled through Virginia Board of Counseling — Registered Peer Recovery Specialist (RPRS). Below are 5 verified resources for Virginia — certification and training first, then peer organizations, support lines, and more.
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Registered Peer Recovery Specialists (RPRS) are registered by the Virginia Board of Counseling; certification is via the Virginia Certification Board (CPRS) or accepted equivalents plus the DBHDS 72-hour Peer Recovery Specialist Training.
Peer-run warm line for residents of Virginia; text the Warmline at 866 400 6428 (hours not published on the source page).
Statewide organization providing a peer-run Warm Line, recovery education, peer support groups, and a professional network for peer recovery specialists.
Virginia state affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI).
Virginia Organization of Consumers Asserting Leadership: statewide mental health advocacy and education nonprofit, 100% staffed and governed by individuals living with mental health challenges.