WHAT WE DO
BOARD of DIRECTORS: Denise Hughes, President | Michelle Durbin, Treasurer | Matthew Sermeno, Interim Secretary | Sandy Jones | Randy Quan | Gabrielle White
ADVISORY BOARD: Irene Cruz | Mike McManus | Jim Thiessen | KerryAnn Magner-Varela
Our Equine Assisted Programs Develop and Reinforce:
HEALTHY COPING SKILLS
RESPONSIBILITY
PROBLEM-SOLVING
RELATIONSHIP SKILLS
BOUNDARIES
COMMUNICATION
ASSERTIVENESS
CONFIDENCE
TRUST
RESPECT
All exercises are conducted on the ground and involve interacting with horses through a variety of activities. No horse experience is necessary. The horses’ direct and non-judgmental feedback allows clients to identify unproductive patterns, connect with strengths, and create change in the moment. This experiential work is generally considered a short-term modality due to its intensity and effectiveness.
EQUINE ASSISTED PSYCHOTHERAPY
Individuals or groups of individuals who pursue our services for Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) may have a variety of challenges they are facing such as relationship issues, depression, anxiety, anger, trauma and substance abuse.
These individuals will have the support of our expert mental health professionals to find relief from psychological pain, healthy coping skills and movement toward restoring mental health.
EQUINE ASSISTED LEARNING
Individuals or groups of individuals who pursue our services in Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) have the desire to fine-tune specific skills through interactive experiences with our horses. Our certified mental health professionals and equine specialists create personalized experiences in the arena that help individuals and groups maximize personal growth. Our facilitators design activities based on individual and group goals with a focus on strengths-based learning.
