ABOUT KATIE McDONALD, LCSW
Helping Adults Heal from Complex Trauma and Build a Life Beyond Survival
Licensed in Texas & New York • EMDR Trained • IFS Level I Trained • IFIO Trained • KAP Certified
WHO I HELP
Healing Begins When We Address the Root Causes of Trauma
A Trauma-Informed Approach to Lasting Change
Many adults spend years trying to manage anxiety, emotional overwhelm, perfectionism, relationship difficulties, shame, self-doubt, or chronic stress without realizing these struggles may be rooted in unresolved trauma. My practice is dedicated to helping adults heal from Complex PTSD, childhood trauma, intimate partner violence, grief, betrayal, and relationship wounds through evidence-based treatment approaches that create meaningful, lasting change. I believe healing becomes possible when we move beyond symptom management and begin addressing the experiences that shaped these patterns. My goal is to help clients develop greater self-understanding, emotional resilience, healthier relationships, and a renewed sense of purpose. Whether you are recovering from trauma, navigating grief, or working through relationship challenges, therapy can become a place where healing, growth, and transformation begin.
MY APPROACH
Specialized Trauma Treatment Grounded in Evidence-Based Care
Healing from trauma requires more than simply managing symptoms. Katie combines evidence-based treatment approaches with a compassionate, individualized process that helps clients understand the root causes of their struggles, process unresolved experiences, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Every treatment plan is tailored to the unique needs, goals, and life experiences of each client.
Understand the Root Cause
Use Proven Trauma Therapies
You Don't Have To Carry It Alone Forever
Take the First Step Toward Lasting Change
You don’t need to have everything figured out before reaching out. Whether you’re struggling with the effects of trauma, grief, relationship challenges, or emotional overwhelm, healing begins with a single step. Support, growth, and lasting change are possible.
WHY I DO THIS WORK
I Believe Healing Is Possible
One of the greatest privileges of my work is witnessing people discover that their past does not have to define their future.
Many of the individuals I work with have spent years carrying the effects of trauma, grief, betrayal, or painful life experiences while continuing to show up for their families, careers, and relationships. Over time, those burdens can begin to feel overwhelming.
I believe that even those carrying the deepest wounds are capable of healing, growth, and creating a life filled with greater meaning, connection, and purpose. My role is to provide guidance, support, and evidence-based treatment that helps make that healing possible.
Whether you are beginning therapy for the first time or returning after previous experiences, I am committed to meeting you where you are and helping you move toward lasting change.