Diana B.
Certified Peer Supporter · Rensselaer, NY
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Parents and Partners of PWNs (Persons with Narcolepsy)
Lightening the Load: A Caregivers Support Circle
Parents and Partners of PWNs (Persons with Narcolepsy)
Lightening the Load: A Caregivers Support Circle
About Diana
I enjoy coffee, in the mornings with some quiet time for reflection. I believe we grow and heal together, living in our humanity and not being reduced to numbers and dollar signs. I've learned from some of the best pioneers of peer support, from Sheri Mead and Chris Hanson of Intentional Peer Support, Mary Ellen Copeland of WRAP, Celia Brown, Darby Penney, Phil Hall, Kevin Healey, Rae Waddingham, Gabor Mate, Bill Gamble, Isaac Brown, so many others. This journey of continuous learning, healing, understanding the influence of deep wounds (some call it trauma) of past has brought me to this place of support that Hey Peers provides. Some life stuff, abandonment, adoption, physical and emotional harm, substance use and recovery, Hep C and treatment, psychiatric system, heart surgery, parenthood & more. I am incredibly thankful to have learned how to treat myself with kindness, respect and awareness of what works for me. I love the connection that peer support gives; being with others who understand helps me navigate both the heaviness and the joys of life. You are here now, in this space of support with many phenomenal certified peer facilitators, welcome!
My Recovery Story
I see recovery as a healing path where every second counts. From leaving behind substance use, psychiatric hospitalizations, violence, and trauma, to learning, growing, and reshaping my thoughts and actions, each step has shaped who I am today. I keep working on myself and feel grateful for the chance to keep going.
My Motivation To Help
Dark times brings dark memories and isolation for me. I know many others experience the same. Having people who get it, having connection, someone to hold space, so important!
My Chatrooms
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HeyPeers Certified: Life After Divorce 108 membersSign in to join
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HeyPeers Certified: Grief & Bereavement Support 69 membersSign in to join
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HeyPeers Certified: Depression Support Chat 4733 membersSign in to join
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What peers say about Diana
based on 702 ratings
"Thank you for being in the midst of a huge crisis and standing firm with me."
Susanne C.
Hey Peers Certified 1:1 Support with Diana · October 2026
"Thank you with all my heart for this exceptional session on the weekend, to help me with the trauma I experienced."
Susanne C.
Hey Peers Certified 1:1 Support with Diana · October 2026
"Thank yo, you're holding a wooden lank so I am nit sinking in the dark seas. "
Susanne C.
HeyPeers Certified 1:1 Peer Coaching with Diana · October 2026
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