Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP)
EAP is a partnership between a licensed psychotherapist or counselor, a horse professional, horses, and the client(s). The horse helps those in need of healing, support, change, or growth.
EAP has been studied and successfully practiced for the past 10 plus years. It addresses many different mental health and human development issues such as:
- Addictions
- Grief and loss
- Life transitions
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Teambuilding
Horses are the key to Equine Assisted Psychotherapy because of their sensitivity to non-verbal communication and their size. They are able to challenge clients in a non-threatening manner and rapidly break down defensive barriers. The horse can quickly help the client change patterns from dysfunctional ones to successful ones.
Who can use EAP? Individuals, families, couples, groups, and even corporations for teambuilding and communication exercises.
There are many services offered to individuals dealing with change or past hurts in their lives. Empowerment Groups are offered on various topics, which have included: grief and loss, divorce recovery, women-in-transition, and teens. These groups are limited to small sizes to allow growth, healing, and support to occur. Groups typically run for 6-8 weeks and cover topics appropriate for the group. If interested, contact Pillar Ranch to add your name to the waiting list for the next group.
In addition to Empowerment Groups, Pillar Ranch offers Personal Development Workshops. These range from 90 minutes to 3 hours for one session. Topics covered are communication, self-esteem and self-care, distractions and temptations, problem-solving skills, and relationships. Personal Development Workshops are typically offered twice a month.
Call 719.250.3664 or email us for upcoming dates.
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