Dr. Dewey Ertz

Dr. Dewey Ertz is an enrolled member of of the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe in north central South Dakota. Dr. Ertz began providing mental-health services in 1974 as a licensed clinical psychologist. In this podcast he reflects on his work with youth, families, and addressing PSB.  Working with a mixed racial family and adopted kids, including African American and American Indian, he walks us through the restorative practices they went through to address PSB. This podcast includes six chapters with several topics about treating youth and families with PSB in Indian country. Dewey ends with his advice for professionals working in the field to restore the sacred circle. 

Chapters

• 0:00 Chapter 1- Then and Now
• 1:52 Chapter 2- Story of Family Healing and Prevention
• 17:20 Chapter 3- Young girl learns about healthy relationships
• 23:20 Chapter 4- PSB in Indian Boarding School in the 1980s
• 28:05 Chapter 5- Day Care Kids
• 30:30 Chapter 6- Advice to Professionals