MC McDonald

Dr. MC McDonald, author of "The Trauma Response Is Never Wrong," dives into the intricate world of trauma, exploring its profound impact on our identities and behaviors. She debunks misconceptions about what constitutes trauma and emphasizes the need for a personalized understanding of individual experiences. The conversation highlights the importance of emotional memory and its relationship to growth, while also addressing the adaptability of the brain in healing. Ultimately, Dr. McDonald offers hope, showing that recovery is a journey filled with possibilities.

Dr. MC McDonald, psychologist, writer, and trauma coach known for work on grief and nervous-system–centered healing. She talks about why joy can feel unsafe and a daily Joy Reset practice. Conversations cover grief, intimacy, hiding from connection, patterns that block vulnerability, and how learning safety reshapes life.