Bring the Power of PEERS™ to Your Organization

PEERS™ ( Promoting Empathy, Encouragement, Resilience, and Support.) is a structured grief support training program developed by Dr. Kristie Polk, a psychology professor and grief educator. It equips students, leaders, and volunteers with the confidence and skills to offer meaningful, non-clinical support to those experiencing loss—reducing isolation and helping people feel seen in their pain.

Grief isn’t just emotional—it impacts every area of functioning. And when it’s unsupported, the consequences ripple outward.

Did you know?

• 1 in 3 college students reports the death of a loved one during their college years.
• Students who experience unacknowledged grief are significantly more likely to withdraw, fail, or stop out entirely.
• Bereaved students who receive peer support report improved resilience, coping skills, and connection.
  
   

PEERS™ was designed with these realities in mind. It’s a practical, research-informed framework that can help schools, ministries, and organizations address grief before it becomes a crisis—and retain the people they’re called to serve.

Your organization doesn’t need to reinvent the wheel. By licensing PEERS™, you gain immediate access to a proven program that has already changed lives.

With a PEERS license, you get:

• Facilitator Guide & Training Outline – so anyone on your team can confidently lead a session.
   
• Participant Workbooks – printable or digital, filled with actionable tools and exercises.
   
• Step-by-Step Activities – designed to teach active listening, empathy, and peer grief support.
   
• “Powered by PEERS” Branding – giving credibility and recognition to your program.
   
• Ongoing Connection – optional updates, coaching, or Q&A support from Dr. Kristie Polk.

PEERS™ licensing is ideal for:

• Colleges and universities (peer mentor or RA programs)
   
• Faith-based ministries and churches
   
• Community grief centers and nonprofits
   
• Schools, HR teams, and wellness departments
   
• Counseling centers looking for a structured, research-informed peer model

Licensing PEERS™ is simple:

1. Choose Your License Type – 1-year or lifetime access.
    
2. Get Your Materials – receive all workbooks, facilitator guides, and resources.
    
3. Launch Your Program – use PEERS™ to train your team, volunteers, or members.
    

We’ll provide everything you need for seamless implementation.

Licensing fees vary depending on your organization’s size and needs. A typical 1-year license starts at $499, with options for facilitator training and additional support. Bulk pricing is available for schools, churches, and community organizations.

Imagine the impact if your team had the tools to offer meaningful, compassionate support—without feeling lost or unprepared. PEERS™ makes it possible.