Episode 7: The Value of Peer-to-Peer Mental Health Support
Description
In this episode of Brilliant Together, Rich Colon hosts Dr. Trina Clayeux, CEO of Give an Hour, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing barrier-free access to mental health care and educational support for those in need. Dr. Trina Clayeux brings a wealth of knowledge from her extensive background which includes time spent leading social impact organizations and college systems, improving treatment for members of the military and providing therapy to communities affected by mass violence. While acknowledging a large gap in the number of professional clinicians and those seeking mental health care, Dr. Trina Clayeux espouses the positive impact of peer-to-peer support and counseling from those with lived experience and special training. She and Rich cover the healing power of human connection, honest conversations about past experiences and the hope and strength that can come from one person sharing his or her journey to recovery.

















