STABLE INSTINCT THERAPY

Equine Assisted Therapy is a therapeutic, mental health service that combines traditional counselling practices carried out by a qualified professional with connection, interaction and the presence of one or more horses. Often taking place in or nearby the paddock, it may entail observation of the horses, interactions, grooming, leading and learning basic horsemanship skills. The client is assisted to be physically and emotionally present, this allows for attunement and mirroring to occur between horse and human. 

We will work phenomenologically which means to remain in the here and now, allowing experiences to unfold organically. We often combine more traditional counselling practices with somatic exercises, art therapy, walk and talk and grounding exercises. 

Initial session

1.5 hours This initial session allows time for us to cover a comprehensive intake so that we can best meet your needs, we will also cover safety and spend some time getting to know each other. 

All following sessions

Regular sessions are 1 hour 

Pony and nature play sessions are directed towards children aged 4 and up. These sessions are all about having fun and encouraging creative play whilst learning about basic horse person-ship, nature and important life skills like communication and emotional regulation. 

1 hour sessions

6 week programs are group sessions held weekly, aimed towards children and young adults with a focus on personal growth, self awareness, communication and teamwork.  

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