Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) is powerful short-term interactive therapy. Unlike traditional talk therapy, in EAP the client will engage in activities with a horse designed to develop emotional awareness and recognize maladaptive behavior patterns.

For instance, we may ask a client who is in recovery from substance abuse to guide a horse through "temptation alley" and discuss how their own life is full of temptation. The simple task of grooming a horse could help a depressed client understand the need for personal self-care.

EAP addresses a wide variety of mental health and human development needs including behavioral issues, abuse issues, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, relationship and communication problems.

EAP has an incredible impact on individuals, youth, families and groups. The reason this innovative therapy is so effective is that horses intuitively respond to people in ways that can evoke strong emotional reactions. When you witness a horse drop his nose to rest on the shoulder of a woman morning the loss of a loved one, you cannot help but feel their healing power.

"I have had some emotional problems and these therapists and horses are helping me deal with my past failures and problems." - A current therapy client