Dr. Dorothy McCoy was a lead instructor in the Master Instructor Program of the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy. She has a Doctorate in Counseling Psychology and is an accomplished therapist with a background encompassing counseling and crisis work, teaching, and writing. Dr. Dorothy McCoy is a long-time consultant to law enforcement agencies on pre-employment evaluations, group crisis invention, and trauma recovery. Moreover, Dr. Dorothy McCoy is a Diplomate with the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress;  a Certified Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist; a National Certified Therapist; and, Nova-trained Community Crisis Responder.  Additionally, Dr. Dorothy McCoy is a South Carolina State Constable.