Claudia S.
Certified Peer Supporter · Medford, NJ
Hi there, my name is Claudia and I am passionate about helping others.
average from 90 reviews
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Upcoming meetings with Claudia
Meeting Our Mental Health Challenges in Community
Meeting Our Mental Health Challenges in Community
Meeting Our Mental Health Challenges in Community
Meeting Our Mental Health Challenges in Community
Meeting Our Mental Health Challenges in Community
About Claudia
I have been a certified peer for nearly 10 years. I have a Ph.D. in Psychology. I am a Certified Trauma Support Specialist and a Life Coach. I am also a Shamanic Healer. I love to help people psychologically and spiritually. My own mental health issues motivated me to seek personal help and to become a life-long learner in finding tools and techniques for people's well-being. Although I have quite a few credentials most of my learning has come from my own personal experiences in trying to maneuver through life's difficulties. I experienced deep agony from my traumas but still have found the strength to forge ahead and do the best I can to help myself and others. As I went into the deepest darkest corners of my existence I learned how to go through my own psychological difficulties and work on the soul level. Combining my peer, psychological and spiritual healing abilities I am able to work with people on their deepest issues.
My Recovery Story
My mental illness got so bad for me I turned to alcohol to stop the pain and became an alcoholic. I lost my job, my house, and myself. I was in an abyss of darkness and couldn't find my way out. I went back home to live with my parents and to find myself and get on social security disability. After spending about 5 years, I was able to slowly to become a little more social. After 10 years, I now live in my own home and socialize with friends. Through medication and therapy, I am able to work part-time doing what I love functioning as a peer and life coach.
My Motivation To Help
My own personal traumas provide my motivation to help myself and others with their problems. I now see I had a latent desire to help others but didn't find this passion until I was in my mid 30's. As I grow and evolve throughout life I am able to bring more healing to others.
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What peers say about Claudia
based on 90 ratings
"Madonna is an excellent facilitator of the groups and she has a most special way about her. She is kind and knowledgeable and provides wonderful ways to cope with life interactions with family and friends. Overall, Madonna rocks! I also like the other leaders Tim and Claudia as well. They are wonderful too! Thank you; Esther..."
Esther E.
DBSA Online Support Group · May 2026
"Tim is an amazing leader and keeps the flow of group 💯 "
Megan W.
DBSA Online Support Group · May 2026
"Mike was excellent as a group leader. He is very knowledgeable and gave valuable feedback and brought up wonderful suggestions that were thought provoking and helped me with my Bipolar 1 diagnosis and I really felt involved in the group because of his guidance. Mike is an asset to HeyPeers! Thank you; Esther"
Esther E.
DBSA Online Support Group · May 2026
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