DNA Surprises - Annie’s DNA Surprise

Jan 12, 2023

Bonus Episode: Big T, Little t - An interview with trauma therapist Megan Irwin

In this very special bonus episode of DNA Surprises, I’m joined by Megan Irwin, who will be facilitating a session on Trauma at the DNA Surprise Retreat. Megan is a licensed therapist specializing in grief and loss, trauma/PTSD, and associated challenges. She serves as a compassionate witness and guide for her clients’ healing and personal growth. Megan will facilitate a session called “Big T, Little t” on how DNA surprise traumas affect our bodies and minds. She’ll also empower us with tools to manage the big feelings we experience following our surprises. In our conversation, we discuss what trauma is, why there are different labels for trauma, and recommendations for coping. She even shows me how to be more compassionate for myself in my own healing journey - we all have things to learn. Resources: Right to Know NPE Friends MPE Counseling Collective NAMI Additional DNA Surprise resources Do you have a DNA Surprise that you'd like to share? Email dnasurprises@gmail.com. IG: @dnasurprises Twitter: @dnasurprises TikTok: @dnasurprises Website: www.dnasurprisespodcast.com Registration is open for the inaugural *DNA Surprise Retreat,* May 4-7 in Tucson, AZ! If you're an NPE, donor-conceived person, or adoptee who has experienced a DNA surprise, join us for four days of community and support! www.DNASurpriseRetreat.com IG: @dnasurpriseretreat

47 min