Trauma-informed training & consultation
Training and consultation for agencies, departments, organizations and professionals — drawing on two decades of work with law enforcement, trauma survivors and the justice system.

Overview
Experience you can build on
Rachel Murdock has presented at state, national and international training events, and teaches undergraduate and graduate psychology courses at Avila University, Missouri State University and Southern New Hampshire University. Her work spans forensic interviewing, trauma’s impact within the justice system, and first responder mental health.
Free 15-minute consultation
A no-pressure call to see if we’re the right fit.
In person or telehealth
Blue Springs, Lee’s Summit or from home.
Insurance & self-pay
We’ll check your benefits for you.
A closer look
Who we work with
Police, fire and EMS agencies
Organizations serving trauma survivors
Legal and justice-system professionals
Clinicians and fellow mental health professionals
Topics
Trauma-informed care and the psychological impact of trauma
First responder mental health, stress and resilience
Disclosure processes and forensic interviewing
Trauma within the justice system
To discuss training or consultation for your team, contact rachel@beyondthestormkc.com or call 816-427-1337.
Start with a free consultation
A free, no-pressure 15-minute call to see if we’re the right fit.
Insurance accepted
Blue Cross Blue Shield, Optum, Cigna, Aetna, Medicaid (MO & KS), Medicare, plus several EAPs. Coverage varies by plan and clinician — we’re happy to check.
Explore
Other ways we can help.
Individual Therapy
One-on-one counseling for anxiety, depression, PTSD and OCD — always at a pace that feels safe for you.
Trauma & PTSD Therapy
EMDR and trauma-focused CBT to help you process what happened, ease PTSD symptoms and move forward.
EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing helps traumatic memories lose their emotional charge so you can move forward.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Identify and change the negative thought patterns that keep you stuck in anxiety, depression and trauma.
Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP)
The gold-standard treatment for OCD — safely breaking the cycle of obsessions and compulsions.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Practical, skills-based therapy to manage intense emotions, improve relationships and reduce distress.
Couple & Family Therapy
Rebuild trust, communication and connection, including focused Couples Intensives for deeper work in less time.
Couples Intensives
Extended private sessions of 90 minutes to 4 hours to reconnect faster and move forward together.
First Responder Counseling
Confidential counseling and wellness checks for police, fire, EMS and dispatch, from a clinician who knows the work.
Expert Testimony
Two decades of experience with criminal and civil justice systems, offering clear, trauma-informed expert testimony.

Free 15-minute consultation
Ready to talk? Your first call is free.
Request an appointment online or call us to schedule a free, no-pressure consultation. We’ll listen, answer your questions and help you take the next step.
For your privacy, please don’t include personal health details in email. In crisis? Call or text 988, any time.