Precious Simon, BS, CHW, RSPS, MHPS
Precious Simon, BS, CHW, CRSPS, CMHPS, CPSS, is a dedicated Addiction Recovery Coach and Community Health Worker based in Houston, Texas. She has worked in the addiction recovery field for approximately eight years and has been in her current role at the nonprofit Houston Recovery Center for three years. In this position, Precious works directly with individuals experiencing substance-use challenges, guiding them to stop using substances and rebuild their lives. She provides peer-based support, oversees client intake and follow-up, trains staff, and ensures her team adheres to the center’s policies and code of conduct, all while fostering a safe and supportive environment for recovery.
Precious’s professional focus is on peer recovery support and mental-health-informed coaching. She emphasizes the importance of family, personal integrity, and a strong support system, centering hope and lived experience in her work with clients. Her approach balances empathy and accountability, empowering individuals to navigate challenges while building resilience and self-confidence. She is also a member of the Texas Association of Addiction Professionals, reflecting her commitment to staying connected and informed within the recovery community. Over the course of her career, Precious has been recognized with multiple honors for her dedication, leadership, and impact in the fields of recovery and community health.
Precious’s career background includes extensive experience in customer service, management, and counseling roles, which shaped her path into peer recovery work and community-based health support. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Community Health Education from Texas Woman’s University and is fluent in Spanish at a working proficiency level. Passionate about empowering others, Precious leverages her professional expertise, lived experience, and recognized achievements to guide clients toward sustainable recovery, personal growth, and meaningful life transformation.
• Certified Recovery Support Peer Specialist (CRSPS)
• Certified Mental Health Peer Specialist (CMHPS)
• Certified Peer Support Supervisor (CPSS)
• Community Health Worker (CHW)
• Texas Woman's University - BS, Community Health Education
• Member, Texas Association of Addiction Professionals (TAAP)
• Houston Recovery Center (Nonprofit)
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to the incredible support system I am fortunate to surround myself with. Having a network of mentors, colleagues, friends, and family who provide guidance, encouragement, and constructive feedback has been invaluable in both my personal and professional growth. Their support allows me to approach challenges with confidence, continuously learn, and strive for excellence in everything I do.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is to continuously set goals and never give up. Maintaining a clear vision of what I want to achieve, paired with persistence and resilience, has guided me through challenges and opportunities alike. This mindset has taught me that consistent effort and determination are key to long-term success.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Keep dreaming and work to make those dreams happen. Don’t give up — stay driven and focused even when the road gets tough.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values that are most important to me in both my work and personal life are putting God first, prioritizing family, and maintaining unwavering integrity. These principles guide my decisions, shape my interactions, and serve as the foundation for building trust, fostering meaningful relationships, and achieving success with purpose and authenticity.