Humans and horses have always had a special bond. It’s not just the feel-good factor of being around animals; there’s something about horses especially that touches something deep within us.
In scientific circles there is a growing interest in how horses can help with conditions such as autism, addiction, PTSD and mental illness.
With the help of equine therapy, people become more aware of their emotions as they learn how to connect with their horse and earn its trust and co-operation while building their own confidence and self esteem.
And it’s not just the humans who benefit, the therapy also help horses who have their own vulnerabilities or who have suffered trauma in the past.
Equine therapy is chance for people and horses to start to build a new story about themselves. It’s horse power that heals!