As I, A Peer | A podcast presented by CMHA Calgary
As I, A Peer is a podcast presented by the Canadian Mental Health Association Calgary Region, dedicated to sharing the powerful stories of lived experience with mental health and recovery.
In Season One, we’re diving into the transformative world of Peer Support – authentic, person-centered connections that foster hope, understanding, and resilience. Each episode features meaningful conversations with peers who’ve walked their own mental health journeys, offering insights into the value of shared experiences and the power of community.
Whether you’re seeking inspiration, resources, or simply a safe space to feel heard, As I, A Peer is your companion on the path to healing and growth.
Join us as we explore Peer Support and its impact – one story at a time.
As I, A Peer | A podcast presented by CMHA Calgary
Latest Episodes
Where Art Meets Mental Health
What happens when a childhood dream meets lived experience? In this episode of As I, A Peer, Jeff Turner speaks with Priscilla Cherry, the force behind The Oratory.Priscilla shares her story of growing up with big dream...
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Breaking Cycles: Bruce on Recovery and Resilience
In this episode of As I, A Peer, we meet Bruce, now a Peer Support Practice Lead, whose journey reflects loss, resilience, and the power of community. Growing up in Calgary, Bruce experienced early loss, family challenges, and the w...
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Reclaiming Space: Melanie Vernon on Pain & Growth
In this episode of As I, A Peer, we sit down with Melanie Vernon, a chronic pain peer support worker, mental health advocate, and CMHA Calgary School of Peer Support alum. Melanie shares her deeply personal story of growing...
Finding Home in the In-Between: Sadaf’s Story of Identity and Healing
In this episode of As I, A Peer, we’re excited to sit down with Sadaf, a thoughtful peer, mental health advocate, and former Peer School Facilitator with CMHA Calgary. Sadaf shares her powerful journey of navigating identity, cultur...
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Writing Toward Wellness: The Journey of Wakefield Brewster
In this episode of As I, A Peer, we’re honoured to welcome Wakefield Brewster, a celebrated poet, wellness practitioner, and Calgary’s 2022- 2024 Poet Laureate. Wakefield shares his journey of healing, shaped by early life challenge...
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