Knoxville Mental Health First Aid
About Us
Mia Pearson-Loomis, M.Ed is a Knoxville native and accredited Mental Health First Aid Trainer. She believes in the power of community centered mental health initiatives and early support for mental health challenges. Join Mia in an Adult Mental Health First Aid certification training and learn how to identify signs and symptoms of mental health distress in your neighbors, clients, family and friends, plus the skills needed to give them the support they need.
Why Mental Health First Aid
Research Based
Mental Health First Aid is an internationally recognized certification course developed by mental health researchers, practitioners, and individuals with lived experiences.
Skills Focused
Mental Health First Aid equips learners with the skills they need to identify the signs and symptoms of a mental health challenge and provide bystander support to those in crisis.
Resource Connected
Learn about resources and professionals that can help with early intervention and crisis.
Upcoming Classes
8/22 Adult Mental Health First Aid
Testimonials
Testimonials from anonymous post-training surveys
I think that Mia did an absolutely amazing job with the content and material in this program. She was knowledgeable and clear with presenting the information, as well as very sensitive to all of the content.
Online Learner, 2025
I am thankful for Mia’s knowledge and openness to the content throughout the course and her relatability. She helped make this course more comfortable.
In-person learner, 2025
Contact us
Email Mia for questions and to schedule a personal training for your team or community today!