WE CARE Physician Peer Support Program
Wellness, Compassion, Acceptance, Resilience, Engagement
Request Physician Peer Support
To speak with one of our trained peer supporters, click the button below to access the confidential request form.
About the Program
As a physician, you face unique challenges and pressures. However, it's important to remember that you don't have to face them alone. The WE CARE Physician Peer Support Program is available to provide the help and support you need.
Peer Support is one component of actively transforming our UCSDH culture by giving us the opportunity to connect, share challenges, and support each other. When stressed and distressed, most physicians initially prefer to get support from peers rather than mental health providers. Someone who has been there , or is there.
The WE CARE Physician Peer Support Program is our way of meeting that preference by supporting each other.
Meet the Physician Peer Supporters
Meet our dedicated team of trained UCSD Physician Peer Supporters.
For Additional Support
Physician Peer Support is NOT therapy. It is colleague to colleague connection and support. For additional resources, please see below.
Healer Education Assessment and Referral (HEAR) Program
Anonymous online assessments, short-term counseling, and referrals for UCSD healthcare workers experiencing stress, burnout, or depression.
Headspace Care
Private, on-demand behavioral coaching 24/7 in English and Spanish through your smartphone. Video-based therapy and psychiatry available upon request after initial intake with a Headspace coach.
Are you in a crisis? Call or Text 988
The 988 Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the US.