The Journey
Doya Natsu Healing Center
Episodes
31 episodes
Katherine “Kate” Hirchak - Part 2
In Part 2 of The Journey Podcast, Katherine “Kate” Hirchak takes a deeper look into the research studies being conducted through Doya Natsu Healing Center in partnership with Washington State University. This episode explores the purpo...
Katherine Hirchak Part-1
In this episode of The Journey Podcast, we sit down with Katherine “Kate” Hirchak to talk about the important wellness and recovery research projects being developed in partnership with Doya Natsu Healing Center and Washington State Un...
Delane Tidzump
Delane Tidzump is a dedicated Peer Support Specialist with Doya Natsu Healing Center who shares heartfelt encouragement rooted in compassion, culture, and the healing power of nature. ...
Sunny Goggles, Program Director for White Buffalo Recovery Center on the Wind River Reservation.
Through stories of resilience, culture, and recovery, Sonny speaks on the importance of wellness, healing from addiction, and restoring balance through community support and traditional values. Her experiences, strengths, and vision offer inspi...
Phil Stevens-GRL (Good Road of Life) 2026
Phil Stevens to talk about the powerful impact of the GRL (Good Road of Life) training program for the youth of the Wind River Reservation. Phil shares his experience working directly with Native youth, helping guide them toward healing,...
Understanding Attachment Styles & How They Shape Our Lives
In this podcast, Marcus Red Thunder and John Oberly break down attachment styles. Many of our behaviors in adulthood are rooted in how we learned to connect as children. Are you secure? Anxious? Avoidant? Disorganized? Understanding your attach...
Mental Health and Overcoming Stigma
John Oberly and Glenda Mitchell lead this webinar about Mental Health and overcoming stigma. This webinar explores how stigma affects individuals, families, and communities—and how open dialogue, understanding, and cultural...
Sacred Teachings-Phil Stevens
In this episode, host Marcus Red Thunder sits down with Phil Stevens, who shares Navajo teachings on how to live a good, healthy way of life. Through personal stories and traditional wisdom, Phil talks about balance, respect, and daily practice...
Healthy Grief with Native Wellness
In this episode, host Marcus Red Thunder and co-host Rob Herbst sit down with John Oberly, Licensed Therapist at the Doya Natsu Healing Center, for an honest and grounding conversation about healthy grief and Nati...
Body work Therapy with Paul Daw of Knuckle Draggers
Join Paul Daw, founder of Knuckle Draggers Bodywork on the Wind River Reservation, as he shares his journey of healing through massage, movement, and cultural connection. Paul blends modern bodywork with traditional teachings to restore ...
Visit with Warm Valley Health
Meet Dr. Amanda Kinly and Dr. Thomas Stamps from Warm Valley Health, two dedicated physicians serving the community of the Wind River Reservation. Dr. Kinly, a Wyoming native, shares her passion for health and wellness, while Dr. Stamps, ...
Horse GONA
This Zoom podcast dives into the Doya Natsu Horse GONA, where trainers Natashia Nesbit and Soleiana Abernathy talk about their hands-on work with the horses, Phil Stevens shares the deeper spiritual meaning of horses from a Navajo viewpoint, an...
Women’s Society
Since 2011, the Doya Natsu Women’s Society has grown into a powerful circle dedicated to women’s health, balance, and cultural renewal. Guided by traditional practices like sweat lodge, berry picking, herbal medicine, and prayer songs, these wo...
Sharmaine Weed
In this episode of The Journey, Sharmaine Weed shares her powerful story of healing, resilience, and the love she carries for her late grandfather, Star Weed. From racing horses to caring for family, Sharmaine reflects on the stre...
Webinar With John Oberly - Understanding and Managing Stress
In this insightful webinar, John Oberly from Doya Natsu Healing Center explores the causes of stress and offers practical, culturally grounded strategies for managing. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by daily life, recovering from trau...
Sweat Lodge Talk-We Pray for our youth
Back in June of 2017, Brian Standing Rock, Dennis O’Neal and Gus Thayer helped build the sweat lodge at Doya Natsu Healing Center. The three of them guided staff, clients and community members, tying willows, gathering stones, and buildin...
Healing Through Horses – Exploring Equine Therapy
Join hosts Marcus, Rob, and Christian as they sit down with special guests Solianna, Natasha, and Phil for a heartfelt conversation about the power of equine therapy. In this episode, we explore how working with horses can support healing from ...
Native Wellness & CAM with Dr. Missy Thomas
In this uplifting episode, hosts Marcus and Rob sit down with Dr. Missy Thomas for a refreshing and insightful conversation on Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) and Native wellness. From the importance of drinking good water—includin...
Intro to C.A.M. (Complementary Alternative Medicines)
Join your hosts, Christian and Marcus, as they dive into a quick but meaningful 15-minute discussion on Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM). In this episode, we’ll explore the CAM services offered at Doya ...
NATIVE FATHERHOOD: John Oberly, Host Christian Lopez and Marcus
In this episode of The Journey Podcast, we explore fatherhood in Indian Country and the vital role Indigenous fathers play in their families and communities. Through personal stories and shared wisdom, we discuss the challenges,...
Co-Host training and 6 month schedule
In this episode of The Journey podcast, we dive into the power of positive fatherhood and its impact on building strong families and thriving communities. Through heartfelt personal stories and cultural reflections, we explore t...
Holiday Reflections and Encouragement
This special holiday episode of The Journey Podcast features Marcus Red Thunder and host-in-training Christian Lopez, along with special guest Kelly Webb, Director of Doya Natsu Healing Center. The discussion focuses on positive holida...
Native Mens Wellness: Marcus Red Thunder & John Oberly
In this episode, host Marcus Red Thunder talks with John Oberly, a therapist with Doya Natsu, about Native men's wellness. They discuss the challenges Native men face and the strengths they draw from their culture and community. Listeners will ...
Special Guests: Therapist Glenda Mitchell and Addictions Counselor Regina Armijo.
The first podcast recorded in the new Doya Natsu studio is here! Host Marcus Red Thunder visits with Glenda Little Bird, an activist for wellness, and Christian Lopez from the Boys and Girls and two amazing staff members from the Doya Nat...