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Equine Therapy
Horses and equine therapists can help teach patients how to refocus their attention on responsibility, trust, and accountability. Equine Therapy helps patients develop new, healthier coping mechanisms and self-regulation techniques.
Horses have a unique sensitivity to people's feelings and can act as an emotional mirror, thus reflecting a person's emotions and experiences.
Equine Therapy Teaches
Relationship Building
The connection between horse and participant mirrors human relationships, helping individuals practice and improve relationship-building skills in a safe environment.
Communication Skills
Working with horses requires clear and calm communication, helping individuals improve both their verbal and non-verbal interaction abilities.
Healthy Coping Mechanisms
Equine therapy teaches effective ways to manage stress and emotions, encouraging participants to develop positive coping strategies in difficult situations.
Honesty
Horses respond best to genuine interactions, fostering a sense of honesty and self-awareness in participants as they learn to be sincere in their actions.
Patience
Building a relationship with a horse takes time and persistence, teaching individuals the value of patience and steady progress in reaching their goals.
Trust
By working with a horse, individuals learn to trust themselves, the horse, and others, creating a foundation for stronger, more reliable relationships.
Responsibility
Equine therapy involves caring for the horse, which fosters a sense of responsibility and accountability for another living being
Confidence
Equine therapy helps build self-confidence as individuals learn to communicate and work with horses, empowering them to take on new challenges.
Problem Solving
Equine therapy encourages creative thinking as individuals learn to navigate challenges and resolve issues through interaction with the horse.