Amanda Stamps

Amanda Stamps is currently the Training and Community Development Coordinator at CBI. In this capacity, she delivers training and contributes to program development nationwide. With a wealth of experience, Amanda is a respected authority in mental health awareness and crisis intervention training for law enforcement officers at various stages of their careers. Prior to her current role, Amanda dedicated 26 years to the Mesa Police Department, where she served in various roles such as patrol officer, field training officer, detective in the Special Victim's Unit, Community Engagement and Youth Development specialist, peer support team member, and most recently as the Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Program Coordinator.

Amanda holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Huntsville Alabama, a Master's degree in Counseling & Health Relations from Northern Arizona University, and is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Behavioral Health at Arizona State University. She remains actively engaged in advising behavioral health organizations and first responders to enhance the support provided to individuals in crisis and to empower first responders in crisis situations.