No, peer support is not therapy. It’s a powerful way to connect with people who really understand what you’re going through—because they’ve been there too.
Peer support is at the heart of all of ShareWell’s offerings. Whether you’re attending a support group, a coaching group, or having a 1:1 call with a Peer Specialist, you’ll receive support from others with similar life experiences.
In a peer support group, you’ll hear from others with shared lived experience, share your own story if you’d like, and offer encouragement along the way. It’s a space to be real, not clinical.
Unlike therapy, groups aren’t led by licensed therapists. They’re guided by trained hosts or Peer Specialists who help keep the space safe, supportive, and respectful. And there’s no pressure—if you’re not ready to talk in your first group, it’s completely okay to just listen.
Example: Let’s say you’ve recently gone through a tough breakup. In a peer group, you might hear someone share what helped them heal. That one insight could shift something for you—and maybe your story will do the same for someone else.
See our full list of support groups here.