‘Indigenous Helpers’ Are Essential to Culturally Responsive Mental Health Care

‘Indigenous helpers’ are essential to culturally responsive mental health care

For Indigenous Peoples who have been discriminated against in health institutions, healing can take place outside of conventional health practices. (Freepic), CC BYFor nearly two decades, I worked as a therapist in a large psychiatric hospital in Toronto, supporting people living with severe mental health challenges. Many of those I encountered were navigating complex intersections of psychiatric diagnoses, chronic physical illness, poverty, and…

At this treatment center, Indigenous men support each other in seeking health care

Anthony Newkirk and Waylon Pahona are Indigenous men helping Native communities improve mental health and wellness.