CChristina Smalley is Interning at Peer 180 working on her CPFS, to become a Recovery Coach. She just graduated from CMU rocking a BS in Fitness and Health Promotion, which in her own words has been ‘the most rewarding aspect of recovery’. Something she didn’t think she could have while she was in active use.

When she’s not at Peer 180 supporting participants in their recovery journeys, Christina’s likes cooking healthy desserts, doing yoga, and reading nonfiction books.

Christina found Peer 180 after she finished the 12 steps through AA, when she decided to explore other recovery paths and started attending the Tuesday evening all-recovery meeting. What she enjoys the most about Peer 180 is the variety in day-to-day experiences.

Originally from Western Oregon, Christina moved to Grand Junction in 2002. After struggling with alcohol use and hitting rock bottom, Christina consulted her higher power for guidance, and was told to remember AA. Christina listened and looked up addiction support from home, and started working the 12 steps. September 3rd, 2019. She will be celebrating 6 years in active, sustained recovery this year.

Christina says the most helpful resource in sustaining her recovery journey has been AA and independently working a program to maintain a healthy work-life balance. To Christina,recovery means experiencing her feelings without covering them up with alcohol or substances. As an Intern, Christina is grateful for the opportunity to give back what was freely given during her own recovery journey.

Christina is an asset to Peer 180 and is near and dear to our hearts -come join her at Recovery Through Fitness!