One-to-one / online

Online Peer Support

Talk to someone who gets it. Trained peers, real conversations, available wherever you are.

All sessions are private, confidential, and not recorded. You are free to pause or leave at any time.

Meet our peers
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A conversation between equals

What is online peer support?

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Online peer support is a private, one-on-one conversation with a trained peer — someone who has their own lived experience with mental health challenges.

These sessions are not therapy, diagnosis, or advice. They are a space to feel heard and understood, by someone who knows from personal experience what it's like to struggle.

Our peers are trained in the IPS Core Training (Intentional Peer Support) by Traustur Kjarni. They offer presence, reflection, and understanding — not treatment.

You can come with something specific on your mind, or with nothing clear at all. Both are equally welcome.

What to expect

What does peer support involve?

Peer support is a conversation between equals. It's built on shared human experience, mutual respect, and connection — not on assessments or solutions.

Peer support is

  • Grounded in lived experience

  • Non-judgmental and collaborative

  • Focused on connection, meaning, and being heard

Peer support is not

  • Therapy or psychotherapy

  • Medical or clinical treatment

  • Crisis intervention or emergency care

If you are in immediate danger or crisis, peer support is not the right starting point. Please contact your local emergency services or a crisis helpline.

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How does it work?

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  1. Browse peer profiles
    Read about each peer's background and approach, and choose someone you feel comfortable with.

  2. Pick a time
    Select an available slot that works for you.

  3. Join online
    Sessions are held via our own platform. You'll receive a link after booking.

You can cancel or reschedule at any time. There are no long-term commitments and no expectations — just show up as you are.

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Ready when you are

Find a peer to talk with.

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