Questions and misconceptions around Equine Assisted Services

Emily at Refuge Services is here to educate the community about equine therapy programs. If you've ever wondered who can participate or what it looks like, she's got the answers. Refuge Services has age requirements and tailored programs for specific needs. Whether it's hippotherapy with a licensed therapist, therapeutic riding with a certified instructor, or equine assisted psychotherapy focusing on mental health treatment goals, they've got you covered. The behavior and attitude of the horses can affect the results in equine assisted psychotherapy. The primary clients at Refuge Services deal with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, addictions, and stress. When it comes to choosing between equine assisted therapy and traditional therapy, it all depends on your preference for interactive or verbal processing. Safety measures are in place for physically challenged clients in hippotherapy, including doctor's approval, assessing abilities, and training horses. And don't worry, the choice of horse in hippotherapy and therapeutic riding is based on abilities, goals, and horse movements. Let's clear up some misconceptions - there are different types of therapy and therapy is not just for horses with mental health issues.