Abstract
This chapter delves into the trauma-related distress and recovery among Indigenous children, adolescents, and families, emphasizing Indigenous-led research and practice-based evidence. The chapter is grounded in Indigenous cultural knowledge and professional experience in mental health and well-being services. It explores the historical and socio-cultural context of trauma, the impact of colonization, and the importance of decolonizing practices for effective therapeutic interventions. The chapter reviews various therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), play therapy, and traditional Indigenous healing practices, highlighting the need for culturally adapted and community-led programs. It also provides recommendations for practice, policy, and research to support Indigenous mental health and well-being.
