NAMI Contra Costa Presents
Peer-to-Peer Classes September through November 2026
A NAMI Peer-to-Peer Recovery Education Program. A free, 8-week course for adults living with mental illness.
This course is meant for peers in recovery not wanting to continuously circulate back and forth between hospitalizations and homelessness.
Class Details
Classes meet once a week for 8 weeks.
We plan to hold Peer-to-Peer for peers impacted by/living with a mental illness diagnosis and in recovery in Fall 2026, September 21-November 9, 2026, in person on Mondays from 5:30 pm to 7 pm. Classes meet once a week for 8 weeks.
The upcoming class will be held at the Concord NAMI Contra Costa central office, 2151 Salvio Street, Suite V, in Concord, CA 94520. We also rotate through Antioch and San Pablo throughout the year. Parking is free in both adjacent parking garages. Dates include September 21 & 28, October 5, 12, 19 & 26, and November 2 & 9, 2026.
How to Register and Facilitator Information
Reservations are required to obtain a seat in the class. Email Peer Coordinator Ashley Ciullo (gro.atsocartnociman@yelhsa). You will receive your workbook on the first day of class. On the last day, you will receive your certificates. We are on this recovery journey together!
Facilitator instructors with lived experience leading/teaching the class include Gladys Yau and Ashley Ciullo.
About the Class
NAMI Peer-to-Peer is a free, 8-session educational program for adults with mental illness who are looking to better understand their condition and journey toward recovery. Taught by a trained team of people who’ve been there, the program includes presentations, discussion and interactive exercises. This in person group experience provides the opportunity for mutual support and positive impact. You can experience compassion and reinforcement from people who relate to your experiences.
Topics Include
- Mindfulness
- The Brain and Body
- Diagnoses
- Personal Stories
- Strengths and Goal Setting
- Stigma and Recovery
- Relationships
- Growing Support Networks
NAMI Peer-to-Peer helps you
- Create a personalized relapse prevention plan
- Learn how to interact with health care provider
- Develop confidence for making decisions and reducing stress
- Stay up-to-date on mental health research
- Understand the impact of symptoms on your life
- Access practical resources on how to maintain your journey toward recovery
