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Assisted Psychotherapy and Learning

Janet Nicholas with three of her therapy horses
What Is Equine Assisted Psychotherapy?
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Equine Assisted Psychotherapy and Learning (EAP) is an experiential method of psychotherapy. It is unique in that horses are incorporated into the therapy session as facilitators. All exercises on done "on the ground" and no riding experience is required.

EAP can be used to assist with a variety of issues such as: addictions, anxiety, anger, attention deficit disorder, abuse, bipolar disorder, depression, grief, obsessive-compulsive disorder, phobias and trauma. EAP can also be used to challenge assertiveness, confidence, responsibility, relationships and communication. EAP can be used with individuals, families or groups.

Partnerships are created with individual therapists and treatment programs to create and customize adjunct EAP services for their client(s).

CLICK HERE to listen to Janet's Pod cast regarding EAP

 

  

Photos From Our Equine Assisted Sessions

  • Client working with a horse during an equine assisted session
  • Clock exercise with a horse during equine assisted psychotherapy
  • Equine assisted therapy session with a horse
  • Client and horse during an equine assisted therapy exercise
  • Equine assisted psychotherapy session outdoors