How Can Calling 988 Help?
988 is a lifeline that’s there in time of crisis. But calling can seem intimidating. Jessica discusses what “crisis” might mean and what will happen when you call.
Jessica Samples
Jessica Samples is a Certified Peer Specialist with years of experience in crisis response, substance use recovery, and behavioral health. She has served on multidisciplinary crisis teams, trained 988 counselors, and is now with Workit Health as a Behavioral Healthcare Specialist supporting individuals with alcohol and opioid use disorders.
Jessica’s passion for this work is deeply personal—she’s also a person in long-term recovery. Her lived experience with trauma, emotional disregulation, and substance use fuels her commitment to meeting people with compassion, dignity, and real-world support.
