"There is something about the outside of a horse, that's good for the inside

of a man."

-Winston Churchill

What is Equine Assisted Psychotherapy?

Equine therapy is a form of experiential therapy that involves interactions between clients and horses.  Many people involved with equine therapy say that horses seem to have an affinity for healing effects on folks. Fun and enjoyment can come out of working with horses.

Activities are very hands on, and participants don't feel they are involved in a therapy session. The horses are large and often intimidating creatures, which allows participants to gain trust with the animal and build confidence.  The horse gives you immediate feedback about your own actions and body language through mirroring.  If you are tense and nervous, the horse will mirror this feeling. You learn to act and react.

What Conditions/Disorders Does Equine Therapy Treat?

Equine therapy has been successfully integrated into treatment programs for adults and teens who are being treated for substance abuse, addiction, behavior disorders, mood disorders, eating disorders, learning differences, ADD/ADHD, autism, Asperger's, grief/loss, trauma, sex addiction, compulsive gambling, bipolar, depression and related conditions.