It can restore a sense of connection to their tribe and culture. This promotes spiritual, psychological, emotional, and physical healing. Some traditional healers only work with members of their own tribe. Others will work with outsiders. Some people who are not Native American believe that working with a traditional healer has helped them.
Most healers work in their local tribal communities.
A few participate in public conferences. If you are not a tribal member, it is very difficult to know if someone is really a traditional healer. Many people use the techniques of traditional healing. However, there is a big difference between traditional healing and using traditional techniques. Participating in a sweat lodge might help almost anyone.