EQUINE-ASSISTED SESSIONS
***NOW OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC FOR A FEE THAT GOES 100% TO OUR “NON-PROFIT” 501(C)3 EFFORTS THAT HELPS SPONSOR A VETERAN FOR EQUINE-ASSISTED THERAPY SESSIONS***
The Hope & Healing at Hillenglade equine-assisted sessions have been exclusively designed to address specific areas of trauma, particularly PTSD, often experienced by active-duty service members, veterans, first responders and their families. PTSD can negatively impact every aspect of life, and if left untreated can lead to divorce, unemployment, homelessness, incarceration and even suicide. Research found that in the 20 years between 9/11 and 2021, more active duty personnel and veterans have died by suicide (over 30,000) than from combat (around 7,000) (USO.org, 2024).
The Hope & Healing at Hillenglade equine-assisted programs have been shown to help alleviate anxiety and symptoms of depression while building greater self-esteem. Our programs include individual and/or group session guided by our Hope & Healing at Hillenglade Certified Session Leader and Horse Handlers, as well as outside Certified Counselors as needed.
Qualifications for Equine-Assisted Sessions
Prior knowledge of horses is NOT required to benefit from our Hope & Healing at Hillenglade programs. Ours are not riding programs but are focused on working with the horses from the ground. The only necessary requirements to participate in our equine-assisted sessions are to arrive with the correct wardrobe (pants, hard shoes or boots and appropriate outerwear and hats), and to have the physical ability to safely move around the pen while working with the horses. We expect all who participate to always be fully attentive to ensure the safety of everyone, including team members in the pen.
Our objective with the horses is to generate healthy relationships, trust, communication, focus and hope. Embracing a genuine desire to improve and conquer personal issues means participants will fully experience the joy and relaxation that comes naturally by spending time with the horses.
OUR HHH CURRICULUM INCLUDES:
HORSE GROOMING AND HALTERLING
WORKING HORSES IN THE ROUND PEN
GETTING TO KNOW AND READ HORSES
HHH EXERCISES AND PURPOSES
HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS
PERSONAL CONFIDENCE
COMMUNICATION
BOUNDRIES
FOUCUS
TRUST
AND SO MUCH MORE!!!
“A note of encouragement: Becoming ONE with the horse is obtained through mutual respect and compassionate, trustworthy leadership which will ultimately improve one’s personal coping skills, as well as advancing their people skills.”
…Blessings, Jen
