True Crime Garage MindHunter /// Dr. Ann Burgess
Sep 17, 2025
Dr. Ann Burgess is a pioneering forensic nurse and FBI consultant whose work influenced early profiling methods, while Stephen Constantine collaborates as a co-author of their book, A Killer by Design. They discuss how Ann's trauma research led to her role at Quantico, shaping victimology and profiling techniques. The duo shares insights on their archival work, including unreleased materials, and reflect on the real-life cases that validated their methodologies. They also touch on the Netflix portrayal of their groundbreaking work and the potential for future publications.
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How Quantico Called Dr. Burgess
- Ann Burgess was contacted by Roy Hazelwood after an article she co-authored drew his attention and invited her to teach about rape investigation at Quantico.
- She nervously accepted, toured the FBI Academy, and began consulting on victim care and investigations.
Victimology As Profiling's Foundation
- Victimology became central to profiling because victims reveal patterns that point to offender motive and behavior.
- Dr. Burgess emphasized speaking for victims who did not survive to improve investigative understanding.
Thought Patterns Predict Behavior
- The team studied offenders' thoughts because thoughts drive behavior and reveal triggers for violence.
- Understanding thought patterns aimed to reduce future victims by identifying what led offenders down that path.
