Incorporating Cultural Healing Practices into Mental Health Care

Authors

Maria Jeremiason, Minnesota State University, Mankato
Hailey Wilhelm, Minnesota State University, Mankato
Yuriana Soto, Minnesota State University, Mankato
Erin Sudbeck, Minnesota State University, Mankato

Author Affiliation

Department of Social Work, Minnesota State University, Mankato

Document Type

Policy Advocacy Brief

Publication Date

3-2023

Issue Statement/Executive Summary

Minnesota approaches mental health based on Western cultural traditions. This approach does not encompass the traditions of multicultural communities, many of whom have experienced deep generational trauma, oppression, and discrimination. We must address our treatment of people living with mental illness by incorporating and expanding holistic cultural traditions rooted in the cultural traditions of all Minnesotans. This will include honoring the work of cultural healers, cultural brokers, elders, and community health workers within all communities.

Department

Social Work

Recommended Citation

Jeremiason, M., Wilhelm, H., Soto, Y., & Sudbeck, E. (2023). Incorporating cultural healing practices into mental health care. MSW Program Policy Advocacy Briefs, Minnesota State University, Mankato. https://cornerstone.lib.mnsu.edu/msw-student-policy-advocacy-briefs/51