Trenda Hedges is the founder of Peer Power and envisions individual lives, communities, and entire systems positively impacted because of the power of lived experience through peer support. She creates spaces where people can bring their authentic selves to mutually learn alongside one another. Collaboration, integrity, mutuality, and transparency are values she models. She believes in supporting the self-discovery process and creating opportunities for peers to highlight their strengths and skills.

In addition to her lived experience, Trenda is a Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS), Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS), and Advanced Level WRAP? Facilitator.

While she has learned more through her life experience than she could ever have in a school or textbook, she does have a bachelor?s degree in criminal justice and a master?s degree in counseling. Outside of her work with Peer Power, Trenda supports women through her ministry, Whole Hearted Counsel. Her interests include vegan cooking, gardening, watching the sun rise and set, jewelry design, music, singing, and just being.