Peers.net by Flourish Labs

We've seen an uptick in #LGBTQ+ youth seeking peer support at Peers.net by Flourish Labs since the election, via our partnerships with The Trevor Project and OutCare Health. 60% of our peers identify as LGBTQ+, we have queer company leaders like Erika Rowen, and we're here for you if you're feeling anxious. I'm grateful we can do our small bit to provide support, but there is something fundamentally wrong here. Identifying LGBTQ+ shouldn't lead to anxiety. That's a society problem, not a person problem.

To everyone impacted by the recent fires in L.A., we see you. ??These moments can feel heavy, but you don’t have to carry it all alone. To support our L.A. community, we’re offering FREE mental health #peersupport sessions at Peers.net by Flourish Labs to teens and young adults who are impacted by the #lafires. If you know youth in L.A. who are feeling anxious and overwhelmed, or are struggling to cope with loss, please let them know! Our peers are here to help, and trained in trauma-informed care. See more at https:// peers.net/lafires #lastrong #firerecovery #eatoncanyon?#eatoncanyonfire?#altadenafire?#pasadenafire

If you had asked me a few years ago what a Peer Supporter was, I wouldn’t have known. I certainly didn’t imagine I’d become one myself. But sometimes, the most unexpected opportunities align with your purpose in ways you couldn’t have planned. This role came into my life during my journey of unmasking and embracing my identity as a queer, late-identified autistic-ADHDer with disabilities and mental health challenges. What started as sharing my lived experiences and stories to help others has evolved into something much bigger—a meaningful way to walk alongside people navigating their own paths. Peer support is about connection. It’s not about solving someone’s problems but creating a space where they feel seen, heard, and validated. Through storytelling, empathy, and shared experiences, I’ve found a way to make a difference while continuing my own growth. Looking back on this year, I’m proud of what I’ve been able to contribute: ?? Supported 8 unique seekers and fulfilled 11 one-on-one sessions. ?? Attended 10 co-supervision sessions to refine my skills and ensure thoughtful support. ?? Engaged in 7 meaningful message threads and chats that mattered. A huge thank you to Peers.net by Flourish Labs for this opportunity, wrapup, and for leading a movement to make mental health support more accessible through peer support. This role didn’t just happen—it’s a gig I picked up along the way as I leaned into the power of sharing my story. It’s proof that embracing your authenticity and unmasking can open doors you didn’t even know existed. Being a Peer Supporter isn’t just a job for me—it’s a way to connect, empower, and uplift others while advocating for visibility and representation in mental health spaces. I’m proud to be part of this movement to reshape how we approach mental health, one connection at a time. Here’s to continuing this journey and making an impact, together. #MentalHealthMatters #PeerSupport #Storytelling #Neurodiversity #DisabilityAdvocacy #FlourishLabs #PeersNet #Authenticity #HealingThroughConnection #AccessibilityMatters

So excited to be collaborating with Greg Hajcak again, this will be our third study together! I first met when Greg was the PI on a study for the neuroscience project I led at X. We both pivoted our careers away from brain science towards more applied mental health care. He's the co-PI on a randomized control trial assessing our Peers.net by Flourish Labs telehealth-delivered peer support led by Keanan Joyner at University of California, Berkeley. And now we'll be doing a super exciting project together, combining digital therapeutics and human-delivered peer support to support #LGBTQ+ youth. Can't wait! More info on the study here: https://lnkd.in/gHzZsneA

? 2024 Mental Health Wrapped ? At Peers.net, we’re all about reflecting on the moments that shaped us. Inspired by #SpotifyWrapped, we created 2024 Mental Health Wrapped to celebrate the growth, resilience, and connection we’ve witnessed in our community. ???? From the countless peer support conversations to the small (but mighty) steps toward self-care, you made 2024 an incredible year! Remember, we're always here for you. ?? #mentalhealth #selfcare #mentalhealthtrends

? 2024 Mental Health Wrapped ? At Peers.net, we’re all about reflecting on the moments that shaped us. Inspired by #SpotifyWrapped, we created 2024 Mental Health Wrapped to celebrate the growth, resilience, and connection we’ve witnessed in our community. ???? From the countless peer support conversations to the small (but mighty) steps toward self-care, you made 2024 an incredible year! Remember, we're always here for you. ?? #mentalhealth #selfcare #mentalhealthtrends

???? Happy Global Peer Support Celebration Day! ???? At Peers.net, we're all about the power of connection and today, we’re celebrating the incredible impact that peer support has around the world! ??? Peer support is more than just listening. It’s about building real, meaningful relationships with people who understand what you're going through because *they've been there too*. In honor of #GlobalPeerSupportCelebrationDay,?check out this video we put together, featuring our incredible peer supporters, and see the difference that real connection can make.?? https://lnkd.in/eBXUbnxv #mentalhealth #mentalhealthsupport #peersupport #globalpeersupport

???? Happy Global Peer Support Celebration Day! ???? At Peers.net, we're all about the power of connection and today, we’re celebrating the incredible impact that peer support has around the world! ??? Peer support is more than just listening. It’s about building real, meaningful relationships with people who understand what you're going through because *they've been there too*. In honor of #GlobalPeerSupportCelebrationDay,?check out this video we put together, featuring our incredible peer supporters, and see the difference that real connection can make.?? https://lnkd.in/eBXUbnxv #mentalhealth #mentalhealthsupport #peersupport #globalpeersupport

September is Suicide Prevention Month. ?? This month is a powerful reminder that mental health matters, and looking out for each other is a must. Sometimes, a simple check-in can make all the difference. Whether it's a text, a call, or spending time together IRL, reaching out shows you care and it might be exactly what someone needs. In honor of this month, we’re sharing stories of resilience and hope. Our latest blog post, "Finding Light in the Darkness: A Journey Through Suicidal Ideation to Rediscovering Joy," reminds us that even in the toughest times, there’s always a way forward. ?? Check out the full story here: https://lnkd.in/eHsWke6i Take a moment to read this inspiring piece, and let it serve as a reminder to check in on those around you! You never know whose day (or life) you might change by simply asking, “No really, how are you?” You’re never alone in this! #SuicidePreventionMonth #MentalHealthMatters #CheckIn #YouAreNotAlone

The awesome team at Rock Health just launched a digital youth mental health initiative, in collaboration with Pivotal Ventures,?PENNER FAMILY FOUNDATION, Hopelab, and the?Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation. https://lnkd.in/eT5m4HbA Their report on the digital youth mental health investment landscape is worth a read, and I was proud to see Flourish Labs featured in it :) If you are going to the Rock Health Summit next week, I look forward to seeing you there.