Certified Peer Support Services for Mental Health (CPSS)

Peer support for mental health is the giving of non-clinical assistance to achieve long-term improvement from psychiatric or traumatic challenges. This support is provided by peer supporters - people who have “lived experience” and have been trained to assist others in initiating and maintaining long-term improvement and enhancing the quality of life for individuals and their families. Peer support services are inherently designed, developed, delivered, evaluated and supervised by peers in long-term recovery.

How can this service help me?

The belief that improvement is possible for all who experience psychiatric or traumatic challenges is fundamental to the practice of peer support. The likelihood of long-term improvement is increased with effective support. Peer support has been demonstrated through research and practical application to be highly effective. We can help you find services as well as support your long-term goals and mental health improvement.

If I don’t have Medicaid, can I utilize this service?

Yes, this service can be utilized by anyone who is struggling with mental health. For people with Medicaid an evaluation from a mental health professional is required but is available through Southeastern Idaho Public Health. This service is not currently covered by private insurance, but we have income-based plans available to offset or eliminate the cost to you.

Who is this service for?

This service is for adults ages 18+ who are struggling with mental health. Such as depression, anxiety, or traumatic challenges. Services are provided in-person or via video call.

Meet our Certified Peer Supporter

Jonathan Redd is a Certified Peer Supporter who works within the MOUD program at Southeastern Idaho Public Health. He has been with us since January 2021. The addition of peer support services is a recent one, and Jonathan is excited to start this service and provide his experience and insight to support people in improving their mental health and wellbeing.

Jonathan firmly believes that public health is vital to the wellbeing of our community and to provide services to those who may not be able to access these services elsewhere.

In his free time Jonathan enjoys the outdoors, making crafts, and hanging out with his three cats.

If you would like to schedule an appointment or see if these services are available, please call Jonathan at 208-239-5268 or the front office at 208-233-9080

There is Help

Local Crisis Help

Pocatello Crisis Center
(208)909-5177
1001 N 7th Ave, Pocatello

Oneida Crisis Center
(208)766-4412
1312 2100 W, Malad City

Bingham Crisis Center
(208)785-1047
288 N Shilling Ave, Blackfoot

National Crisis Help

National resources to call or text: Suicide Prevention
988 Call or Text
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline - Call. Text. Chat. (988lifeline.org)

National Domestic Violence Help
800-799-7233 or text “Start” to 88788
Domestic Violence Support | National Domestic Violence Hotline (thehotline.org)

Never Use Alone Hotline
(800)484-3731
Never Use Alone – No Judgment, No Shaming, No Preaching, Just LOVE!

You can always call 911 for help!