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We get you.
The journey can be tough. Talk with an LGBTQIA+ peer supporter—someone who shares your life experiences and is trained to help you navigate life’s challenges.
Ready for relief?
💗️ Be seen, heard and listened to
🌱 Learn how to understand yourself better
💬 1:1 sessions via chat, audio, or video
🗓️ Availability as soon as today
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Who we are
We’re a group of young adults professionally trained to support teens and young adults on their LGBTQIA+ journey.
Nico K.
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You aren't alone in weighing your thoughts against the social norm. I’d be happy to listen!”
Rebecca Y.
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Don’t know where to even start regarding understanding your sexuality? I’ve been there too. I’m here to support you in this process, no matter what conclusions we come to!”
Evan M.
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Always remember to be the person you want to be inside and outside. Let's talk about the person you want to be.”
Faith C.
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Religious shame and disgust, coming out, harassment, discomfort in your body, confusing relationships: I get it. I’m here for you because everyone deserves to be understood even when they might not completely understand themselves.”
Chross
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Feeling disconnected? Lost? Can’t determine you, from who you’re expected to be? I’ve been there. Let’s find you”
Eli M.
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I know what it's like to navigate the confusing grey areas of queer identity and life, but that's also where I've found the most joy–with all aspects of my identity. Whether it's clearing up the grey or thriving in it, let's find your joy together!”
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What our users are saying
"My peer supporter truly helped me understand myself better by mirroring my struggles through her own experiences."
-Ksenia, Texas
Secure. Confidential. Supervised. You’re safe with us.
We are supervised by clinical professionals and peer support experts, and we use a secure telehealth platform for sessions. Everything is kept confidential.
FAQ
What is professional peer support?
Peer support means connecting with other young people who have gone through challenges similar to yours and have been trained to help you. Our peer supporters are real people with real experiences—just like you 🫶!
With peer support, you’ll have a safe space to feel seen and heard by someone who actually gets it. We’re here to help with things like anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, eating behaviors, and more. We can offer emotional support and teach valuable skills to help develop your self-awareness, improve your relationships, and work on goals you care about. We can also simply be there to provide a nonjudgmental ear when you need it.
All of our peer supporters complete a rigorous training program that meets state / national standards and receive ongoing supervision from experts and licensed clinicians - all to make sure you’re getting the best care possible. 💓
What is Peers.net?
Peers.net is a mental health service designed specifically with and for teens and young adults (age 13-30). On our telehealth platform you can get 1:1 confidential and non-judgmental support via chat, audio or video from someone who actually understands what it means to struggle with your mental wellbeing, because they’ve been through it themselves ❤️🩹.
What’s even better is that you get to choose your peer supporter based on what matters the most to you, whether that’s a shared identity, background, or a specific challenge you’re experiencing. And remember, you don’t need to find “the one” for all your needs - you can connect with as many peers as you want.
Who is providing the support? How are they trained?
Our peer supporters are a diverse group of young adults (ages 18-35) who have overcome their own challenges and are trained to help you navigate yours 🤝. We know you’re unique, and we believe your support should be too – that’s why we offer filters by life experience and identity to help you find someone who truly gets you 🎯.
Each supporter completes an in-depth training and certification program. Want more deets on our training? Check it out here!
How are you protecting my data?
You’re safe with us. Peers.net hosts support sessions using a secure telehealth platform. We keep everything you share with us secure and confidential. For more details on how we use and share your data, please see our privacy policy.
Are you partnering with any other organizations to provide mental health support?
We recently partnered with Scout by Sutter Health to offer Peers.net users a year of free access to Scout. Scout is a personalized digital program built for teens & young adults, offering evidence-based tips, tools and resources for wellbeing. We’ll email you the Scout discount code after you finish a peer support session with us. Download the app here.
We are actively working on more partnerships with community youth organizations, provider groups and health plans. If you are interested in partnering with us, please email hello@peers.net.
Resources
The Power of Community and Peer Support: LGBTQIA+ Mental Health
It is so important to consider all the different ways LGBTQ+ people can get help for their mental health- whatever they’re struggling with. Especially because LGBTQ+ people experience higher rates of mental illness due to the stigma and stresses that come from living in a non accepting society...
Integrated Health, Wellness, and LGBTQIA+ Health Week!
In this article, we are going to share some tips to help maintain good health, particularly for the LGBTQIA+ community. Living in a society that is not completely accepting can create a ton of emotional strain, which in return can impact your health on many levels...
LGBTQIA+ Community Healthcare Resources from Outcare
Outcare's directory includes a range of resources such as primary care, mental health services, youth groups, shelters, support groups, STI testing, and much more. Finding the right healthcare resources can be a challenging and overwhelming process, which is why Outcare has made it easy for you to locate affirming providers and support in your area.