Healing with horses
One of the cornerstones of my approach involves the healing presence of horses. They are one of our planet’s most intuitive and authentic animals and provide a pathway to reconnect to the natural world. Horses are not burdened by “thinking” so they become an access point for us to come into “being”.
As highly sensitive beings, horses require calm, respectful, authentic interaction to feel safe in our presence. These are the qualities children, parents and care providers need to grow and succeed in the world. We can practice achieving these states with horses as our teachers.
Woven throughout my sessions and events I share teachings, videos and in-person experiences with the horses as our guides. The wisdom they bring to heal our hearts and our relationships is truly magical.
Healing Through Connection: Equine-Facilitated Psychotherapy
Equine-Facilitated Psychotherapy (EFP) offers a unique and welcoming therapeutic experience, providing a safe and supportive environment that feels different from a traditional therapy setting. Whether you’re looking to navigate relationship challenges, improve communication and relational skills, or work through family dynamics, equine-facilitated therapy offers a powerful, hands-on approach to personal growth and healing.
No prior experience with horses is necessary to participate, and this therapy does not involve riding. Instead, EFP uses ground-based activities where we partner as equals with horses to create meaningful, experiential opportunities for emotional and psychological transformation. Through connecting with horses, clients engage their whole selves - mind, body, and emotions - making space for healing and restoration.
Benefits of Equine-Facilitated Psychotherapy
Emotional Regulation
Develop the ability to identify and process emotions in real-time, build resilience in uncertainty, and strengthen self-awareness, confidence, and empathy.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Practice patience, humility, and clear communication while fostering a deeper inner connection. Learn to establish and maintain healthy boundaries, face fears, and build trust in yourself and others.
Self-Care
Understand what it means to care for yourself and others by recognizing and accepting appropriate responsibilities in your life and allowing others to take responsibility for their own lives.
Through equine-facilitated psychotherapy, you can discover transformative insights and practical skills to enrich your relationships, enhance your emotional well-being, and empower you to live more fully and authentically.
I offer private sessions for individuals and small groups at a private farm in Hamilton, Ontario. Contact me to learn more and to book your session.
Equine-assisted psychotherapy is covered by most health insurance benefits. Please contact your provider to inquire.
What is Equine-Facilitated Wellness?
Equine-Facilitated Wellness is a heart-centred experience which creates new and profound insights. It incorporates my training in the FEEL (Facilitated Equine Experiential Learning)® approach, a leading edge modality which involves the horses’ willing participation as partners in assisting humans to discover their potential. Interacting on the ground with a horse is a unique time of discovery and reflection which raises consciousness for both humans and horses.
You don’t need experience with horses, just an openness to what these gentle, wise souls are here to teach. Engaging with horses allows you to create a relationship with a being who offers unconditional support and love without judgment. These intimate ‘felt’ moments foster transformation and healing at a deep level, while connecting you to something greater.
To learn more about Equine-facilitated Wellness workshops visit my special events page here.
To learn more about the FEEL® approach watch this video featuring its founders, Wendy and Andre.
