SOMN


The Peer Support Specialist
Please Meet Our Peer Support Specialist here at SOMN and Our Partnered Peer support Specialist

Christina Jackson
Peer Group: Sisterhood Circle
Join our Sisterhood Circle, a supportive community where we explore essential topics surrounding motherhood, identity, self-care, mental health, and so much more. In this nurturing space, we embrace the beauty and challenges of being a mom, recognizing that this journey is ever-evolving and deeply personal. Together, we share our experiences, insights, and encouragement, fostering meaningful connections and growth.

Ervin Jones
Peer Group: Locked in Fatherhood Alliance
Fathers are often overlooked and underheard in today's society. Join this group to engage in meaningful discussions about the various layers of being a man, a father, a son, and everything in between. Together, we can work to normalize conversations surrounding mental health, creating a safe space where emotions and challenges can be shared. Let’s break the barriers that have kept Black men from coming together, fostering a supportive community that uplifts and empowers one another.

Lili Baker
Peer Group: Immigration Peer support
Meet Lili Baker Hi, I’m Lili Baker! I’m a dedicated peer supporter, doula, and makeup artist who loves helping others feel their best—inside and out. As a mom, I understand the importance of community and support, especially during life’s big transitions. Whether it’s providing guidance, emotional support, or a little self-care, I’m here to uplift and empower those around me. Let’s connect and support each other on this journey!

Michael Moody
Peer Group: Fatherhood Fitness & Support group
Fatherhood Fitness & Support group, a unique wellness experience designed specifically for dads! This engaging class combines physical fitness with meaningful peer support, fostering both health and connection among fathers in our community. We believe that fitness is about more than just physical health. Our sessions encourage mental and emotional well being, allowing participants to express thoughts and feelings while receiving encouragement and guidance from peers

Stephanie Courtney
One on One Counselor
Need to talk about fertility and everything that comes with it. This is a supportive group where you can share your experiences, whether they involve loss or triumph. Together, we can create a safe space for open conversations, understanding, and healing. You are not alone on this journey; let’s support each other through the ups and downs. Only offering one on one Sessions at the moment.

Kahalia Jasmin
New Peer support Group through Creole Resources
We offer a range of services, including English Language Learning, job training, housing support, and a safe community gathering place. Through these services, we strive to enhance opportunities for success while celebrating our community's unique heritage. We are acutely aware of the challenges Haitians face in the US, including language barriers, economic inequality,Deportation, and immigration uncertainty – challenges that are further compounded by the uncertain Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program. Sincerely, Creole Resources

Patrick Hamn
Peer Group: Building Bridges
“Building Bridges” peer support for Black, Brown, and Blendedfamilies. This is a supportive space where parents can collaboratively navigateparenting challenges, develop tailored parenting plans, and receive emotional supportduring pivotal life events. The group fosters connection, understanding, and practicalguidance to empower families through shared experiences.

Prosparetti Coleman
Peer Group: I Hear You Sis
Prosparetti Coleman is a community educator, wellness coach, and doula focused on improving health outcomes for Black and Brown women and girls. As the Founder of I Hear You Sis, she creates safe, culturally resonant wellness spaces that emphasize storytelling, collective healing, and empowerment. Through healing circles and peer support groups, Prosparetti fosters connection and holistic well-being, aiming to empower individuals to prioritize their health and honor their unique cultural backgrounds.

Kathy Trambitas
Peer Group: Wild Roots wellness
Kathy Trambitas is a compassionate birth doula and peer support counselor dedicated to empowering individuals through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. With a deep respect for ancestral knowledge and holistic wellness, she provides advocacy-focused birth support, partner-inclusive education, and culturally relevant emotional care. Kathy also specializes in herbalism, creating custom blends to support postpartum healing. Her mission is to cultivate safe, nurturing spaces where families feel informed, supported, and deeply connected to their journey into parenthood.

Our Goals that guide
Our Purpose
& Implementation
These goals come together to supercharge peer support programs, providing an incredible framework for building uplifting environments where individuals can thrive, heal, uplift one another!

1. Encouraging Connection: Foster connections among individuals facing similar challenges or experiences, creating a sense of community and belonging.
2. Providing Emotional Support: Offer a safe and empathetic space for sharing feelings, experiences, and concerns without fear of judgment.
3. Sharing Knowledge and Experience: Facilitate the exchange of information, coping strategies, and personal experiences that can help others navigate similar situations.
4. Enhancing Empowerment: Empower individuals to take an active role in their own well-being, encouraging autonomy and self-advocacy.
5. Reducing Isolation: Combat feelings of loneliness and isolation by creating opportunities for social interaction and understanding.
6. Promoting Recovery and Resilience: Support individuals in their journey toward recovery by instilling hope, resilience, and a sense of optimism.
7. Validating Experiences: Validate the experiences and emotions of participants, normalizing their feelings and reducing stigma.
8. Improving Coping Skills: Share and develop coping mechanisms, stress management techniques, and problem-solving strategies to enhance overall well-being.
9. Providing Nonjudgmental Listening: Cultivate active listening skills among peers to provide a nonjudgmental and supportive environment.
10. Encouraging Peer-Led Support: Empower individuals to take on supportive roles within their community, fostering a culture of mutual aid and assistance.