Hear from graduates, facilitators, and community partners about their experiences with DMV Recovery Support Services training programs.
"The Metaverse Trials training system completely transformed how I approach peer support. The combination of narrative learning and practical exercises gave me both the knowledge and confidence to serve my community effectively. I'm now working full-time as a peer specialist and making a real difference."
Certified Peer Recovery Specialist
Washington, D.C.
12-Week Online Program
"As someone who's been in recovery for 8 years, I thought I knew everything about peer support. This training showed me there's always more to learn. The facilitator's guide has been invaluable in my work training new peer specialists at our treatment center."
Recovery Program Coordinator
Prince George's County, MD
Weekend Intensive
"I was nervous about going back to school after so many years, but the supportive environment and flexible online format made it possible. The instructors truly understand the recovery journey and created a safe space for learning and growth."
Peer Support Specialist
Arlington, VA
8-Week Hybrid Program
"We brought DMV Recovery Support Services in to train our entire peer support team. The custom corporate training was exactly what we needed—evidence-based, culturally responsive, and immediately applicable to our work. Highly recommend for any organization."
Clinical Supervisor
Silver Spring, MD
Custom Corporate Training
"The 3-book system is brilliant. The novel helped me understand recovery principles in a way that textbooks never could, the workbook gave me practical skills, and the combination prepared me to pass my certification exam on the first try."
Community Health Worker
Washington, D.C.
16-Week Extended Program
"What sets this training apart is the emphasis on community and connection. It's not just about learning facts—it's about becoming part of a network of people dedicated to healing. Two years later, I'm still connected with my cohort."
Peer Recovery Specialist
Alexandria, VA
8-Week Hybrid Program
"As a facilitator, the teacher's manual has been a game-changer. It provides everything I need to deliver high-quality training—lesson plans, discussion prompts, assessment tools, and facilitation tips. My participants consistently give the program excellent reviews."
Training Facilitator
Montgomery County, MD
Facilitator Certification
"This training honored my lived experience while giving me the professional skills and credentials I needed to advance my career. I went from volunteering at a drop-in center to being hired as a full-time peer specialist at a major hospital. Life-changing."
Peer Specialist & Advocate
Washington, D.C.
12-Week Online Program
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