Cumberland River Peer Support

10/07/2022

01/04/2022

Welcome to our newest peer support staff Tiffany Cross and Gabrielle Gray

06/06/2019

We love these simple examples of ways to transform our words and interactions with others and to empower ourselves to think and live more positively.

01/02/2019

Peer Spotlight

Jennifer B.

Jennifer is a relative newcomer to the field of peer support having worked closely in administration for a bit before realizing that her recovery journey can help those still struggling. The expertise Jennifer brings to the table is out of the box thinking at it's finest. Her creativity and energetic spirit alone are motivating and inspiring.

Jennifer has a solid bond and support system with her family, and delights in making her children laugh.

If you could use someone to talk to, call 606-549-5440 and ask for Jenn. She'll do her best to walk with you on your own journey to recovery.

11/20/2018

Peer Spotlight

Dan E.

Dan has been with Cumberland River Peer Support since 2014. Dan uses his recovery story to help others realize their ability to overcome the stigma of their mental health barriers. Dan works directly out of the COPE House by working with those exiting hospitalization reintegrate into the community with the support and resources they need to find their hope for a better future. He also uses his extensive knowledge to empower anyone who could use a step up from the daily stresses that happen to us all.

Dan is a published author, passionate about literature, and enjoys spending his self care time with his family and close friends.

If you ever need a listening ear, Dan will be there to help in any way he can. Please call 606-549-5440 for more information.

07/08/2018

Hello, Everyone! Please forgive our absence! After some small changes of the program, we are pleased to announce that we will do our best to update regularly and keep everyone informed about the Cumberland River Behavioral Health's Peer Support Program from this point forward.

The first of these new and exciting changes, is that we are now offering our parenting curriculum in individual session, accommodating your busy schedule as much as we can. Can you come twice a week? We can make that happen for you, thus shortening the amount of time it takes to complete our program. We can even do home visits for those that have limited or no transportation to the office.

As always, we offer peer support services, and can make an easy referral to our in-house clinician to assist in your recovery and support.

Peer Support services are offered to those with all five managed care companies through Kentucky Medicaid, and we offer services to those without coverage for a small hourly fee. We do not accept Medicare or private insurance at this time.

Please call (606) 549-5440 for further information.

06/01/2017

Cumberland River Behavioral Health 's Peer Support Program Services are available 9am-430pm. Some services can be scheduled after hours or on weekends to help accommodate your busy life. Some of what we do include parenting sessions, life skill development, and just offering a listening ear. Call 606-540-5440 or 606- 549-5222 for more information.

05/04/2017

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! 1 in 5 adults in America will experience a mental illness in any given year; you are not alone.

Treatment is available. Recovery is possible. Never lose hope!

04/07/2017

Now, this picture is kinda funny, especially if you're familiar with Lord Of The Rings. However, anxiety is a very real problem that is very similar to this. Sometimes, people with anxiety cannot control what they worry about and sometimes, they have no idea why they are upset. Try this coping skill the next time you feel anxious: Find something you enjoy looking at and focus your attention on it. Think about what it feels like, smells like, sounds like, etc. There are several techniques called grounding that help you regain control of the anxiety. You can use an internet search to find one that works best for you. Just search : Grounding and anxiety

And as always, if your anxiety is getting the best of you, don't hestitate to speak with a therapist or peer support specialist for help.