Why Therapists Should Consider Equine Assisted Therapy at Major's Place

Therapists Should Consider Equine Assisted Therapy

As mental health professionals, finding innovative and effective approaches to support our clients' growth and healing is a constant pursuit. At Major's Place, we offer Eagala Certified Equine Assisted Therapy, an experiential modality that can profoundly complement traditional therapeutic practices. Here’s why you should consider incorporating this unique approach into your work with clients.

Enhancing Traditional Therapy with Experiential Learning

Equine Assisted Therapy provides a dynamic, hands-on environment where clients can engage directly with horses. This experiential process encourages:

• Immediate Feedback: Horses are incredibly intuitive, responding to non-verbal cues with authenticity. Their reactions can mirror clients' emotions and behaviors, offering real-time insights.

• Increased Self-Awareness: Interactions with horses help clients identify and process feelings that may be difficult to articulate in a conventional therapy setting.

• Active Problem Solving: The non-judgmental presence of horses encourages clients to explore new coping strategies, communication skills, and emotional regulation techniques.

  
  

The Eagala Model Advantage

At Major's Place, we adhere to the Eagala Model, which sets the gold standard in equine-assisted therapy. This model is distinguished by:

• A Collaborative Team Approach: Sessions are facilitated by a licensed mental health professional, an equine specialist, and the horses, creating a holistic, supportive environment.

• Ground-Based Interactions: Unlike traditional equine programs, no riding is involved. This ensures accessibility and focuses on the relational and emotional dynamics between the client and the horse.

• Ethical and Professional Standards: Eagala Certification guarantees adherence to rigorous ethical guidelines, ensuring the highest quality of care for your clients.

  
  

Who Benefits from Equine Assisted Therapy?

Equine Assisted Therapy is versatile and effective for a wide range of clients, including those dealing with:

• Trauma and PTSD

• Anxiety and depression

• Relationship and family issues

• Substance use recovery

• Leadership development and team dynamics

  
  

Partnering with Major's Place

Collaborating with Major's Place allows you to:

• Expand Your Therapeutic Toolkit: Offer your clients a powerful, experiential complement to traditional talk therapy.

• Flexible Involvement: Join sessions as an active participant or refer clients to work directly with our Eagala Certified team.

• Tailored Programs: We customize sessions to align with your therapeutic goals and your clients’ specific needs.

  
  

Ready to Explore the Possibilities?

Discover how equine-assisted therapy can enrich your practice and provide transformative experiences for your clients. Contact Major's Place today to learn more about our programs, schedule a visit, or discuss partnership opportunities. Let’s work together to foster growth, healing, and resilience through the unique power of equine-assisted therapy.