About True Crime
Research Training

True Crime Research Training serves as a resource for those looking to build a career in true crime research and advocacy and for families seeking to advocate for their loved ones. We offer 100% online courses that are accessible, flexible, and expert-led—and we are deeply committed to promoting best practices for ethical, victim-centered true crime work.

Haley Gray, a dedicated true crime researcher, writer, and Credentialed Victim Advocate, founded True Crime Research Training with the mission of equipping people with essential skills for the true crime and advocacy community. After more than a year of curriculum development with certified teacher Andrea Marshbank, the program launched in 2023, providing a learning space where aspiring true crime professionals could gain the tools they need to succeed.

In 2025, Haley partnered with fellow Credentialed Victim Advocate and TCRT COO, Whitney St. Andre, to expand TCRT’s mission by creating The Advocacy Blueprint, a program designed specifically for families of missing and murdered loved ones. Developed in collaboration with Steve and Renee Patten, parents of Morgan Patten, who was murdered in 2019, this program provides families with the tools to navigate the complexities of advocacy and raise awareness for their loved one’s case.

Our Impact

The TCRT Team is passionate about giving back to the community. A portion of TCRT profits are donated to charitable organizations like Season of Justice, The Bridegan Foundation, and Angels’ Voices Silenced No More. 

Do you have, or know of, a charitable organization we should donate to? Email us at info@truecrimeresearchtraining.com.

Meet the Team

We are a woman-owned, small business doing our best to make true crime better. 

Haley Gray, CA

Founder, Research Specialist, and Credentialed Victim Advocate

Since 2016, Haley Gray has established herself as a respected researcher and writer in the true crime space, contributing to over 20 podcasts with a focus on ethical, victim-centered storytelling. Currently, Haley collaborates with Big Mad True Crime, Canadian True Crime, Detective Perspective, Moms and Mysteries, and The First Degree. Specializing in unresolved cases, she works closely with families to raise awareness and build support for ongoing investigations. Haley also serves on the board of The Bridegan Foundation and as the Media Specialist for Light the Way Missing Persons Advocacy Project. 

Whitney St. Andre, CA

COO and Credentialed Victim Advocate

Whitney St. Andre is the co-creator and producer of Navigating Advocacy Podcast, a platform dedicated to amplifying lesser-known cases and raising awareness for families seeking justice through action-oriented advocacy. Throughout her podcast journey, she has channeled her passion for justice into a fulfilling career that mirrors her deep sense of empathy and care. Whitney co-founded and serves as COO of AdvocacyCon, a unique conference bringing together experts, advocates, and families impacted by crime. She’s deeply committed to best practices in victim-centered storytelling.