Being in the presence of horses can have profound psychological benefits for humans. Bringing a horse's presence to a therapeutic or learning environment can provide support, regulation and a new perspective. At Brisbane Equine Assisted Therapy we incorporate a trauma-informed approach and can help to increase awareness of emotions and behaviours that are no longer serving you well.
Working with horses in this way can support an increase in self-awareness, as horses live in a state of full-bodied awareness. Horses are fantastic models of what it is to be grounded, using their feelings as information, expressing emotions and returning to a regulated state.
Horses, as prey animals, have highly evolved senses, Their ability to read body language, sense slight physiological changes within humans and other horses means they can often mirror the true experience of those around them, providing an often unique opportunity to experience authentic contact free of judgment or filters. This experience means that horses can provide immediate feedback which can facilitate increased self-awareness.
Horses are herd animals, and as such, their desire to seek connection can teach us about how we are in relationships and provide safe opportunities to explore relational themes such as trust, boundaries, control, respect, vulnerability, attachment, and intimacy.
Finally, as touched on above Horses are authentic, non-judgmental, and live in the here and now. They are able to offer an acceptance that is different to other people.
If you'd like to learn more about the wisdom of horses in therapeutic work, head over to our blog where we share articles of interest and current research.
For anyone looking for an alternative to room based therapy, Equine Assisted Therapy provides an opportunity to explore therapeutic goals in the presence of horses. We work with adults teens and children.
Feel free to book a complimentary phone consultation to have the opportunity to discuss your specific needs with our principal therapist Heather.
Sessions can be conducted outside the horse's paddocks, shelters, in the round yard or while taking a stroll through, or sitting under the trees.
Sessions may involve but are not limited to:
Please note that no previous horse experience is required.
You are welcome to work as close or as far away from the horses as you feel comfortable.
It is advised that you wear clothes that you don't mind getting a bit messy and closed-toed shoes. We may be working out in the sun so please prepare for that.
Brisbane Equine Assisted Therapy
Moorina ( close to Upper Caboolture) QLd 4506
Brisbane Equine Assisted Therapy would like to acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as Australia’s first people and traditional custodians of the land on which we meet and work. We value their cultures, identities, and continuing connection to country, waters, kin and community. We pay our respects to elders past and present and are committed to making a positive contribution to the wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people, by providing services that are welcoming, safe, culturally appropriate and inclusive.
Brisbane Equine Assisted Therapy is committed to embracing diversity and eliminating discrimination. We welcome all people irrespective of ethnicity, lifestyle choice, faith, sexual orientation and gender identity.
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