Michael C.
Certified Peer Supporter · Greenville, SC
I am a safe space for you to be you and learn about you.
average from 9 reviews
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About Michael
Michael is a National Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist (NCPRSS) through the National Certification Commission for Addiction Professionals, a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS), and an Alcohol and Drug Counselor in Process (ADC-IP) through Addiction Professionals of South Carolina (APSC) and has a Bachelor’s in Human Services/Behavioral Health Michael is also an Addiction Recovery Education Consultant with a vast knowledge of addiction treatment, peer-based recovery services, and harm reduction strategies. Michael utilizes evidence-based practices to help individuals and families affected by substance use disorder (SUD), as well as people who use drugs (PWUDs). Michael has experience working in multiple settings, such as traditional SUD outpatient treatment, office-based opioid treatment, overdose follow-ups with community paramedics, just-involved populations, inpatient and outpatient care within a healthcare system, research projects involving peer recovery services, harm reduction services, managing a Recovery Community Organization(RCO), training CPSS during the state certification process, and ongoing continuing education. Michael is passionate about advocating for those who have been marginalized due to the social stigma of drug use and addiction, and those suffering the harmful effects of the War on Drugs. He is a strong believer in strength-based, person-centered, and trauma-informed approaches to addressing public health, SUD, and mental health.
My Recovery Story
I am a person in long-term recovery from OUD and other SUDs. I am also a person living with ADHD and anxiety. I have overcome many challenges to become who I am and who I hope to become.
My Motivation To Help
I am motivated to help others explore and be who they are.
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What peers say about Michael
based on 9 ratings
"Luanne was eager, in a gentle way, to help participants to share and support some people who had expressed specific struggles during check-in."
Tracy M.
DBSA Online Support Group · October 2026
"Michael is very welcoming and kind."
Rowen H.
DBSA Online Support Group · October 2026
"Facilitator Michael was OK. He's very relaxed, but l like I said, this particular meeting was not great for me because of the group composition. "
Michael A.
DBSA Online Support Group · October 2026
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