Biography

Andrew H. Meyer is a Peer Recovery Specialist with the University of Rhode Island’s Collegiate Recovery Program and a graduate student at URI studying Mental and Behavioral Health Counseling to become a mental health counselor. He earned bachelor’s degrees in Psychology and Fine Arts from URI in May 2026.

Andrew’s approach to peer recovery support is grounded in connection, creativity, and meeting people where they are. Drawing from his own lived experience with recovery, he works with students to explore what recovery and well-being can look like in their individual lives, recognizing that there is no single path that works for everyone. His work emphasizes harm reduction, personal choice, self-advocacy, and creating supportive spaces where students can speak openly about substance use, recovery, and mental health without judgment.

Outside of his academic and recovery work, Andrew is a painter and gardener. Working with plants, soil, and art has shaped his understanding of patience, growth, and the importance of showing up consistently, even when progress is gradual or imperfect. He brings these values into his work as a Peer Recovery Specialist and his studies toward becoming a mental health counselor.

Andrew is passionate about reducing stigma surrounding substance use and recovery, strengthening community, and helping students identify meaningful and sustainable ways to support their own well-being.

Availability (beginning the first day of classes):

• Mondays: 12:30–4:15 p.m.
• Thursdays: 12:30–4:15 p.m.
• Fridays: 2:30–4 p.m.

*If these times don’t work for your schedule, feel free to reach out to crp@rhodysenate.org to schedule a session outside of normal availability.