The Métis are a large population of Indigenous peoples who inhabit Turtle Island, otherwise known as North America. Due to the well-documented deleterious effects of colonization on Indigenous peoples, some Métis remain disconnected from their culture and have grown up with little to no knowledge of their Métis heritage. This project suggests an outline for a Métis-specific group therapy for adults who grew up outside of the community and wish to connect to other Métis in a meaningful way. The project will guide readers through the culturally specific complexities of adopting a Métis identity, as well as suggest methods and perspectives for the Western counsellor to implement in building a positive therapeutic relationship with both Métis individuals and communities.
