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Summer Webinars are Here!

Consumer Connections is ready with a new schedule of Wednesday Webinars!

Wednesday Webinar Series

The Wednesday webinar series is ready with exciting peer topics! All webinars are Wednesdays at 10:00 AM. Events are free, but registration is required. See below for full descriptions and links!


Register for webinars at the Consumer Connections Eventbrite page!

6/10/26 Building Continuity: Formatting Groups for Seamless Facilitation

Explore practical strategies for creating group structures, routines, and documentation for seamless facilitation.


6/17/26 Asking Permission, Not Forgiveness: Consent in Peer Support

This webinar will explore what trauma-informed care looks like in real peer support interactions.

6/24/26 Trauma-Informed Group Facilitation: Holding Space Without Re-Traumatizing

Learn how to create emotionally safe, empowering environments that promote healing rather than inadvertently causing harm.


7/1/26 LGBTQIA+ 101 For Peer Supporters

Join us for a discussion on inclusivity and affirmative support for peers in the mental health and co-occurring behavioral health settings.


7/8/26 Overview of the NJ Self-Help Clearinghouse

Meet the NJ Self-Help Group Clearinghouse staff and learn about this invaluable program!


7/15/26 Supporting Peers with Chronic Pain + Mental Health Challenges

This workshop explores the connection between chronic pain and mental health through a peer support lens.


7/22/26 Peer Info Session

Are you interested in attending the Core Training and pursuing a career in peer support? Learn how at this webinar!


7/29/26 & 8/5/26 WRAP for Peer Supporters

Peer support work is meaningful but can also be emotionally demanding—this 4-hour workshop offers a specialty WRAP for Peer Work to help you stay well while supporting others.


8/12/26 Navigating Your Next Steps: Applying for the CRSP Credential

Gain practical guidance on completing the CRSP application process and exploring scholarship opportunities. Designed for those ready to advance their peer support career.


8/19/26 Recovery is Not Linear- and Neither is This Job

This webinar challenges the myth of the “perfect peer” by exploring recovery as an ongoing, non-linear process.


8/26/26 Peer Professionalism: Communication, Boundaries, and Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace

Explore the role of communication, boundaries, and emotional intelligence in the context of a peer support workplace.


9/2/26 Understanding the New Jersey Psychiatric Advance Directive (PAD)

In this informative session, participants will gain a comprehensive overview of Psychiatric Advance Directives (PADs) as they relate to New Jersey law. 

Become a Peer Supporter in 2026!

Consumer Connections will begin accepting applications for session 3 of Core Training beginning July 20th, 2026. Session 3 training will occur from September 29th through November 19th.


Please note that there are set application periods for each session of training. Join our mailing list to be notified when an application is available.

Other Exciting Training Opportunities

Many exciting WRAP workshops are coming up! Whether you are looking to utilize WRAP in your own recovery, fulfill your CRSP requirements, or go on to become a WRAP Facilitator, we can help.


Email Wrap@mhanj.org for more information about upcoming events!

Attention Core Graduates!
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