Under the guidance of our equine counselor (a horse professional with specialized training in the field of equine assisted mental health) we use proven interactive experiences with horses to foster emotional, social, spiritual, and psychological growth. Our program provides clients with experiential opportunities to practice healthy life skills in a physically and emotionally safe environment. Clients will increase their confidence to take those skills back into their family and life. Each client is treated as an individual: goals, and session plans are carefully matched to the needs, temperament, and emotional goals of the client.

Benefits: Self-esteem and confidence Anger and anxiety management Relationship building skills Communication Boundary-setting Self-evaluation Teamwork and cooperation Leadership skills Successful planning and completion of tasks Increased self-discipline and responsibility Empathy and respect for others

A special bond grows between our clients and their horses. Developing empathy for their horses and learning to support their equine partners creates an awareness of others’ feelings, interests and needs. Individuals who learn to treat a horse with kindness, respect, responsibility and loving discipline are empowered to be better students and friends, both as children and young adults. Learning to share power and develop partnership with a 1000 pound animal is a tremendous boost to self-esteem. The joy, confidence, and sense of accomplishment gained from life skills learned transfer readily into everyday life.

Days and times vary depending upon the weather. For additional details or questions please contact the Equine Activities Coordinator, Jessica Hill.