We will explore who are the ancestors? Trauma, especially intergenerational trauma are the experiences that we share with our ancestors. We can view the wounds of our ancestors as burdens we must bear or see them as gifts. We also explore what role disenfranchised grief may impact our lives and those of our children. Solutions will be discussed on how to work through intergenerational trauma be may be experiencing. Lastly, we will explore considerations for health care professionals and therapists.