What happens in peer support groups?

Our peer-led groups are a safe and welcoming place where you can check in, share your recovery story, or just listen. You’ll meet others who understand what you’re going through and get encouragement to keep moving forward. It’s a chance to give and receive support from people on a similar journey, reminding you that you’re not alone.

Do I have to talk or show my face in an online group session?

Not at all. You’re welcome to join in whatever way feels best for you. Some people like to keep their camera off and just listen. Others find it helpful to turn their camera on and speak up. However you show up, you’ll be supported and welcome just as you are.

How much are QuickMD peer support groups?

They’re completely free. We believe support should be easy to access and free of barriers, so you can focus on connecting with others, not on cost.

Are QuickMD peer support groups free?

Yes. Peer support group sessions are free for current QuickMD MAT patients. There is no additional charge to attend. You must be a current QuickMD MAT patient with an active QuickMD account to sign up.

Who can join a QuickMD peer support group?

Peer support groups are available to current QuickMD patients enrolled in Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT). To join, you must have an active QuickMD account in a state where sessions are offered.

What states are QuickMD peer support groups available in?

Sessions are currently available in FL, TX, GA, CA, NC, PA, OH, AL, NY, MS, MI, NJ, SC, AZ, IL, VA, MO, IN, LA, WA, and OK. QuickMD is expanding to additional states. If your state is not listed, you can join the waitlist using the sign-up form on this page.

What is the difference between peer support groups and addiction counseling?

Peer support groups provide connection, encouragement, and shared understanding through conversations with others in recovery. Depending on the session, groups may be led by certified peer support specialists with lived recovery experience or be community-led and moderated. Addiction counseling is provided by a licensed professional and involves structured therapeutic techniques like cognitive behavioral therapy, relapse prevention planning, and support for co-occurring conditions. Both are available through QuickMD and work well together as part of a complete recovery plan.

How do I sign up for a peer support group session?

Use the sign-up form on this page. Enter your name and QuickMD email address and submit. You will receive information about upcoming session times in your state. Sessions are held online via video and are free to attend.

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Q: Who leads the peer support groups?

Sessions are led by certified peer support specialists with lived experience in addiction and recovery, or they are community-led by members of the QuickMD team. Our current Peer Leader, Kelli, is a certified peer support specialist and community health worker who has been in recovery since 2017. Peer Leaders and Community Leaders are trained to guide group discussions in a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment.

QuickMD peer support groups give you a free, safe, judgment-free place to talk openly about recovery. Each session is a chance to share your story, connect with others who truly get it, and remember you are not alone.

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Group format varies by session. Some groups are led by Peer Leaders who are certified peer support specialists with lived recovery experience, while others are community-led. Peer support groups are available online in select states for current QuickMD MAT patients.

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How peer support groups help

QuickMD peer support groups are here to remind you that you don’t have to do this alone.

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Peer Leaders with lived experience

There’s something empowering about learning from people who have walked a similar road. Our Peer Leaders know what it’s like to struggle with substance dependence and know what it takes to heal, because they’ve lived it too.

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Community-led support groups

Recovery is easier when you don’t have to do it alone. Our community-led groups are moderated by members of the QuickMD team and offer a welcoming place to connect with others, share experiences, and support one another through every stage of recovery.

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Empowerment to shape your own recovery

Everyone’s recovery story is different. In a peer support group, you’ll see that there’s more than one way forward, and you get to choose yours. With others by your side, you’ll feel more confident shaping a recovery that truly fits your life.

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Shared understanding without judgment

Addiction can feel heavy when you’re worried about being judged. In peer support groups, that weight is lifted. Everyone shows up with their own story. It’s a place where you can be open, honest, and accepted. There’s no judgment, only support from others who understand the ups, downs, and everything in between.

Get access to upcoming peer support group sessions

Sessions are free and available to current QuickMD MAT patients. Sign up below to receive session times for your state.

QuickMD peer support groups are currently available in FL, TX, GA, CA, NC, PA, OH, AL, NY, MS, MI, NJ, SC, AZ, IL, VA, MO, IN, LA, WA, and OK. We’re working hard to expand access and bring support to more states soon. Join our waitlist to be notified when groups become available near you.

Benefits of peer support groups

Improved mental health

Talking with people who understand what you’re going through can take a real weight off your shoulders. In peer support groups, you can share openly, hear new perspectives, and walk away feeling calmer, lighter, and more in control of your well being.

Reduced feelings of stigma

Addiction often comes with unfair judgment from others. In peer support groups, that judgment is replaced with understanding. When someone says, “I’ve been there too,” it breaks down shame and replaces it with hope and acceptance.

Decreased sense of isolation

Recovery can sometimes feel lonely, especially if people around you don’t understand what you’re going through. Peer support groups give you a safe place to connect with people who truly get it, reminding you that you never have to face recovery alone.

Greater sense of belonging

Belonging matters. In peer support groups, you’re welcomed just as you are. Over time, you build trust, friendships, and a sense that you have a community to lean on; people who see you, hear you, and stand beside you.

Here’s what peers are saying

I decided to join the group because I wanted to be with other people using Suboxone to get and stay clean. It was the best decision I have made in awhile! I found so so much support, acceptance, and kindness. After each meeting I found myself with much lighter heart and just feeling happy and at peace and excited about the future. I will definitely be doing more meetings in the future!

Courtney Peer member

The group sessions are nice to meet others who can understand my experience and understand that I’m trying to come to terms with my sobriety.

Karen Peer member

The group sessions allow me to talk to others going through what I’m going through. It’s great. I love it. I had so much fun talking with everyone.

Anonymous Peer member

I’m shy when it comes to talking in-person. My experience at QuickMD has been good. To hear from people going thru something similar to what I’m going thru has helped. This program is def a chance at the change we want in our lives.

Kenny Peer member

It’s great to talk to others going through what I’m going through. I love it. I had so much fun talking with everyone.

Anonymous Peer member

The peer groups are free. The one I went to it’s start time was convenient for me and I was able to attend from home.

Rebecca Peer member

I attended for support and communication with others who understand what I’m going through. I found it meaningful to know that others care and I became aware of why I’ve fell to addiction.

Mark Peer member

Meet our Peer Leader

Kelli

Peer Leader, Denver, CO

Kelli is a certified peer support specialist and community health worker. Her recovery journey began in 2017, and she has been sober from drugs and alcohol since 2022. She is passionate about meeting people where they are in recovery and believes that connection and support are the antidote to the disease of addiction.

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