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Why Work with Horses?

For many, the idea of combining horsemanship and therapy will be new. It may require some research to understand how the two work hand in hand. But equine-assisted therapy is not a new concept. There are many organizations and resources out there that can help provide context for the curious, and instruction for the initiated. Below are some resources we’ve assembled to help get you started.

Understanding Equine-Assisted Therapy

This short video describes the benefit of therapeutic horsemanship at PATH Intl-accredited centers (of which Stride Ahead is one). It also describes many of the measures that we take to ensure your safety and benefit while working with horses.

This video illustrates why Eagala’s equine-assisted psychotherapy model is becoming a leading form of treatment for military personnel and their families.

This case story illustrates how one veteran’s struggle with anger, moral injury, and suicidal attempts and thoughts has been impacted by an Eagala session.

Transforming Therapy through Horses: Case Stories Teaching the EAGALA Model in Action

The Eagala Model is regarded as the industry standard for equine-assisted treatment in the mental health community.

This book addresses the key principles and theory behind Eagala’s respected form of behavioral health treatment, connecting applied knowledge from actual client cases to illustrate the effectiveness of the model’s structure.

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