Katie McDonald is an educator, consultant, and therapist with over 22 years of experience in trauma-responsive schools, neuro-informed teaching/parenting, and emotional well-being. Katie has dedicated her career to empowering educators and families through a deep understanding of resilience, often called the science of hope.

An expert in trauma-responsive practices, Katie has developed a comprehensive framework for creating supportive school environments that foster emotional and academic growth. She has also created a curriculum to educate adults and children about the brain, emphasizing the importance of understanding neurological processes in promoting resilience and emotional health.

Katie aims to help individuals enhance their quality of life emotionally, professionally, and spiritually. Her expertise in this area is reassuring for those in helping professions, such as education, nursing, and first responders, recognizing their unique challenges.

Katie’s work reflects her commitment to nurturing hope and resilience in individuals and communities, making her a valuable resource for educators, parents, first responders, nurses, and mental health professionals.