How Does Peer Support Improve Mental Health Care for Individuals and Families? With NAMI Palm Beach County's Katherine Murphy

In this episode, we sit down with Katherine Murphy, CEO of NAMI Palm Beach County (NAMI PBC), to talk about what’s working now in community mental health. Katherine shares how NAMI’s peer-led model reduces stigma, connects people to care sooner, and supports families from first questions to long-term recovery. We delve into local programs, crisis navigation, and simple ways anyone can contribute to making Palm Beach County a safer and more informed place for individuals living with mental health conditions.What You’ll Learn:Why peer support matters: How lived experience shortens the path from fear to help.You don’t have to wait for a diagnosis to seek support, early conversations save time and pain.Free programs you can use today: A quick tour of NAMI PBC offerings, from education classes to support groups and school presentations.Families & caregivers: Practical ways to show up, set boundaries, and avoid burnout.How peer-led education gives families and individuals the tools to navigate care and advocate confidently.Access in Palm Beach County: Gaps, new collaborations, and how NAMI PBC is meeting rising demand.How to help: Volunteering, training, advocacy, and supporting NAMI PBC events.Resources & LinksNAMI Palm Beach County: Search local classes, support groups, and events. https://namipbc.org/NAMI HelpLine: Information & support (M–F) 800-950-6264988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 (24/7).Share this episode with a friend or caregiver who might need it.