Equine-Assisted Therapy

Equine Assisted Therapy (EAT) is a form of experiential therapy that includes interaction with horses to promote emotional growth and healing. It is particularly effective for individuals dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, and relational challenges.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a certified equine specialist, I integrate my profound personal experiences with horses to facilitate recovery and empowerment through guided equine interaction.

Growing up in a barn, I developed a deep, intuitive connection with horses. This early experience became foundational to my therapeutic practice.

My path shifted dramatically at 14 after a severe accident. While I could no longer compete, I found healing and purpose by exploring deeper connections with horses and nature.

Horses are uniquely sensitive to human emotions, offering immediate feedback on a client's feelings and behavior. This makes them ideal therapy companions. By mirroring the client's emotions, horses help individuals become more self-aware and facilitate the healing process.

The bond between humans and horses spans millennia. Horses have long symbolized strength and resilience in many cultures. This rich historical context adds depth and meaning to equine-assisted therapy (EAT) interactions.

Equine-assisted therapy offers a holistic approach to healing, fostering both emotional and physical well-being. Clients engage in activities with horses that promote emotional and psychological growth, such as uncovering and addressing hidden emotions, reducing anxiety, and enhancing self-esteem. Simultaneously, the physical interaction with horses during therapy sessions improves motor skills, coordination, and overall physical health.

In a typical session with me, therapy is customized to each individual's needs and primarily involves groundwork with horses, without any riding. As a certified equine specialist and trained clinical social worker, I personally guide each session, combining my expertise in both fields to ensure a safe, supportive, and effective therapeutic environment.

In a typical session with me, therapy is customized to each individual's needs and primarily involves groundwork with horses, without any riding. As a certified equine specialist and trained clinical social worker, I personally guide each session, combining my expertise in both fields to ensure a safe, supportive, and effective therapeutic environment.

EAT is suitable for individuals of all ages, particularly those who have not found relief through traditional talk therapy.

All interactions with horses are conducted under strict safety guidelines to ensure the well-being of both the client and the animals.