Level 1 - Indigenous-Focused Trauma Therapy (One on One)

Level 2 - Indigenous Psychotherapy & Complex Trauma

The path to healing from trauma is a sacred journey. It requires a space where your whole self—mind, body, spirit, and emotions—is seen, respected, and understood. Conventional therapy models don't always have the framework to honour the deep-rooted experiences and worldview that shape who you are. If you are seeking a different path, one that is grounded in the strength of Indigenous wisdom, this is a space for you.

Our approach to Indigenous-Focused Trauma Therapy and Indigenous Psychotherapy & Complex Trauma are specialized workshops created to treat clients in a one-on-one or group setting. We recognize that trauma is not just a personal event, but is often held within families, communities, and across generations. We are here to support you in a way that is culturally safe, collaborative, and tailored to your unique journey.

Our Approach is Guided By:

• Holistic Healing: We move beyond simply talking, embracing a worldview that integrates the emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual dimensions of your being. True wellness comes from restoring balance to all parts of yourself.

• Cultural Safety & Humility: This is a space where your identity, traditions, and beliefs are central to the healing process. We are committed to a practice of cultural humility, creating a non-judgmental environment where you can feel secure and validated in your lived experience.

• Understanding Intergenerational Trauma: We hold a deep awareness of how historical and intergenerational trauma impacts individuals and communities today. Our work acknowledges the full context of your story, recognizing the resilience that has carried you and your ancestors to this point.

• Strengths-Based & Empowering: You are the expert on your own life. Our role is to walk alongside you, helping you to reconnect with your innate strengths, wisdom, and the cultural foundations that foster profound resilience and post-traumatic growth. We work collaboratively to create a path forward that is meaningful to you.

Healing Together: Circles for Grief, Hope, and Connection

Our traditional ways teach us that we are not meant to carry life's heaviest burdens alone. We offer a safe and sacred space for community healing through Sharing Circles. Grounded in the teachings of our ancestors, the circle is a place where every person is equal, every voice is valued, and every story is held with respect and confidentiality. Within this space, we walk together through:

• Honouring Grief & Loss: In the circle, grief is not seen as a problem to be solved, but as a journey to be witnessed. Whether you are mourning the loss of a loved one or grappling with other forms of loss and sorrow, the community is here to help carry that weight, allowing healing to unfold in its own time.

• Life Promotion & Suicide Prevention: The circle is a vital lifeline for those feeling overwhelmed or disconnected. It is a space to speak difficult feelings without judgment and be reminded of your value, purpose, and connection to community. By sharing our burdens and strengthening our spirits together, we actively promote life and nurture the hope that can feel distant in moments of crisis. Martin helps each person see their beauty in life given to us by The Creator. By practicing cultural ceremonies, our relationship with the Creator becomes stronger, and His plans for our life become more enlightened.

• One-on-One Grief Counseling: Martin knows about the grief that can only be discussed in a on-on-one setting. As a survivor of sexual and physical abuse while attending residential schools, Martin is fully aware of the feeling of isolation, anger, and hopelessness that come along when trying to address this horrible issue that has consumed too many indigenous peoples.

This Support is For You If:

• You are an Indigenous person seeking therapy that honours your cultural identity as a source of strength and healing.

• You are grappling with the impacts of personal, historical, or intergenerational trauma.

• You have found that other therapy models feel incomplete or don't resonate with your worldview.

• You are looking for a holistic approach that connects you more deeply with yourself, your story, and your sense of purpose.

Taking the first step is an act of courage. If you feel that a culturally-grounded approach to healing is right for you, I invite you to reach out for a confidential consultation. Together, we can explore how to build a path toward balance and well-being.