Laura Linger
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Hardworking Peer Support Specialist committed to coaching peers through life challenges. Develops customized plans for individual issues. Engaging and outgoing with strong communication skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Peer Support Specialist
Beacon Group
04.2023 - 09.2024
- Assisted clients in developing and maintaining personalized wellness plans, guiding them in setting achievable goals for improved mental health outcomes.
- Enhanced client recovery by providing emotional and practical support in both group and one-on-one settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans based on clients' individual strengths, needs, and preferences
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions according to organizational guidelines, protecting confidentiality while ensuring thorough documentation for continuity of care purposes.
Owner/Operator
Laura Linger, LLC
10.2001 - 05.2020
- Provided freelance paralegal and professional writing services to clients in Phoenix and in the surrounding areas. I recently stopped this service in order to pursue more consistent work.
Education
Certified Personal Medicine Coach -
Pat Deegan And Associates
08.2024
Certified Peer Support Specialist -
National Alliance On Mental Illness
Phoenix, AZ11.2022
Associate in Paralegal Studies -
Phoenix College
Phoenix, AZ05.2003
Bachelor of Arts in English -
Purdue University-Main Campus
West Lafayette, IN05.1994
Skills
- Promoting mental wellness
- Understanding of substance use disorders
- Wellness strategies
- Stress coping strategies
- Cultural awareness
- Health improvement strategies
- Relationship development
- Effective listening
Affiliations
- The International Association of Professional Writers and Editors
Timeline
Certified Peer Support Specialist
Beacon Group
04.2023 - 09.2024
Owner/Operator
Laura Linger, LLC
10.2001 - 05.2020
Certified Peer Support Specialist -
National Alliance On Mental Illness
Associate in Paralegal Studies -
Phoenix College
Bachelor of Arts in English -
Purdue University-Main Campus
Certified Personal Medicine Coach -
Pat Deegan And Associates