Agency Biography

Painted Brain’s (PB) mission is to create lasting community-based solutions to mental health challenges and the impact of social injustice through arts, advocacy, and enterprise. In 2009, PB began utilizing the arts and training to support people with mental health and substance use challenges. We are a leader in innovative peer-driven services and training in behavioral health, digital literacy, and the arts. Our reach and staff are representative of the diverse communities throughout California, including the LGBTQ+, reentry, disability, and ethnically and linguistically diverse communities. Our peer-run program is a trusted provider of services that has been transforming lives in California for over a decade. PB’s Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification Training program prepares peers to deliver valuable behavioral health support services by covering the required Peer Support Specialist 17 Core Competencies required for Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification Training through self-reflection, skill building, practice sessions, and guided group exploration.

Training for Continued Education Information

Training Method: In-Person, Online (live), Hybrid, Asynchronous

Training Modality:  Cohort and Individual

Training Location(s):  Los Angeles, CA

Training Hours: Varies

Offering Law & Ethics Course(s): Yes

Link to register for classes: Click Here!