Serene Thin Elk

In a heartfelt conversation, Serene Thin Elk, a Lakota/Dakota therapist and Community Programs Director, delves into ancestral healing and the weight of intergenerational trauma. She discusses the impact of boarding schools on Indigenous families and the importance of personal grief work before tackling collective suffering. Serene intertwines Western therapy and traditional practices, emphasizing ceremonies and connections to ancestors. Listeners gain insight into how to maintain relationships with those who have passed, creating a meaningful path toward healing.