NAMI Bridges

NAMI Bridges is a free short-term peer support service to support individuals navigating the mental health system, accessing basic needs, and connecting to community resources.

Tilikum Crossing, Bridge of the People in Portland, Oregon.

This program is open to individuals in Multnomah County who identify as LGBTQIA+ and/or a Veteran/Military Service Member. Individuals cannot already be connected to other behavioral health services at the time of enrollment.

If you have any questions about this program, contact JoLynn at 971-377-8443 or jolynn.thompson@multco.us.

For information about training to become a Peer Support Specialist, see our page here.

Our Peer Support Specialists use their personal experiences with mental health conditions and recovery to support and inspire hope in other peers. They use their extensive knowledge of community resources to be a bridge for peers in need of services such as behavioral health, addiction treatment, housing, and employment.

They can assist you to:

  • Get information and support to make your goals a reality

  • Create a personalized safety/relapse prevention plan

  • Make informed, independent choices

  • Identify and build on your strengths

  • Access community resources

  • Answer questions about mental health conditions

  • Offer support in times of struggle and crisis

  • Develop coping skills and maintain recovery

These services are confidential, and can be offered in-person at our NE Portland office or remotely via phone or video chat. Individuals may be referred by a provider, or self-refer to our program using the forms on this page.

Meet Our Team of Peer Support Specialists

Gabby Kraft (they/them)

I'm an LGBTQ+ Peer Support Specialist and Helpline Coordinator for NAMI Multnomah. I care about peer work because I know from experience the impact connecting with someone with shared experiences in a non-hierarchical context can have. It's important to know we are not alone. In my personal time, I love to enjoy nature and spend time with my cat.

Gino Greganti (he/him)

My name is Gino Greganti (he/him), and I am a Veteran of the United States Marine Corps. As Veteran Peer Support Specialist with NAMI Multnomah, I will strive to provide a listening ear, advocacy, and connections for those facing mental health challenges. I am passionate about using my own experiences with mental health issues to help others through their own struggles and remind them it is ok to not be ok. In my free time, I enjoy the outdoors, cooking, and DJing.