Horses possess keen intuition regarding human emotional states and are exceedingly responsive to the level of self-awareness and emotions of people. Their imposing size and tremendous strength require respect, attention, safety, and a great deal of sensitivity. Once a good relationship is established with a horse, the interactions often produce personal growth. Mind, body, and soul are engaged through partnership with horses.

Horses display unparalleled sensitivity to non-verbal communication. As the person sorts out feelings and learns to express them appropriately, the horse responds with cooperation and generosity, providing pleasant interactions that foster positive changes in mood and thinking.

• Increase assertiveness and communication

• Develop problem-solving skills

• Improve body awareness and posture

• Gain improved communication skills

• Build confidence and self-esteem

• Gain self-regulation and calm mindedness

• Learn to give and receive compassionate kindness

• Learn appropriate boundaries and vulnerabilities

• Deepening one’s ability to trust and connect more fully with others

• Move through difficult emotions

Because working with horses often promotes positive emotional and mental functioning, most individuals can benefit. It is especially shown to be helpful for people struggling with:

• Anxiety

• Attention Difficulties.

• Attachment/Autism Behavioral Difficulties

• Feeling Disconnected from Self/Others

• Communication Frustrations

• Major Life Transitions - Grief, Loss, Marriage, Divorce

• Coping Skills

• Marital Conflict

• Care Taking Burnout

• Moodiness 

• Depression

• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

• Disconnection Parenting Struggles

• Emotional Deregulation and Outbursts

• Poor Self Esteem and Self Awareness

• Family Conflict

• Chronic and Toxic Stress