Learn about the passion and personal journey that drives Bridge To Support Mental Health First Aid Training.

Discover the heart behind our mission to empower communities.

About Stephanie Anne Thompson

Stephanie Anne Thompson is the Founder and CEO of Bridge To Support Mental Health First Aid Training, LLC, a National Certified Adult Mental Health First Aid Instructor who provides training backed by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing since 2008.  Stephanie is dedicated to helping individuals, organizations, faith communities, and professionals recognize, understand, and respond to mental health and substance use challenges.

With more than 32 years of public service experience in North Carolina, Stephanie has served in corrections, probation and parole, law enforcement support, regulatory compliance, and state government leadership roles. Her career has been built on advocacy, education, crisis response, and connecting people to the resources they need to thrive.

Stephanie holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice Administration from Mount Olive College, now University of Mount Olive, and a Master of Business Administration degree in Human Resource Management from Strayer University. She also holds an Executive Certificate in Government Acquisitions from Strayer University. She is passionate about reducing stigma, increasing awareness, and empowering communities through evidence-based mental health education.

Through Bridge To Support MHFA Training, Stephanie provides engaging, practical, and compassionate Mental Health First Aid training for adults, caregivers, faith-based organizations, corrections professionals, community groups, and workplace teams.

Her mission is simple: To build bridges of understanding, support, and hope—one conversation at a time.

"When people know how to recognize the signs, respond with confidence, and connect others to help, entire communities become stronger and lives are saved." — Stephanie Anne Thompson