Monthly Archives: January 2011

What we see when we look back…

http://billbrenner1970.wordpress.com/2011/01/31/a-conversation-with-dad/ I think this is a pretty interesting perspective…

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Is there life with OCD?

http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/obsessive-compulsive-disorder-when-unwanted-thoughts-take-over/obsessive-compulsive-disorder-when-unwanted-thoughts-take-over.shtml Horses can help you work on the issues associated with OCD.  They will challenge you to look at new and innovative ways of thinking and responding to situations. If you or someone you know is living with this overwhelming … Continue reading

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Another Great Equine Therapy Program

http://www.spotlightnews.com/news/view_news.php?news_id=1296506524 It cheers my heart to see how many programs are working with horses to help humans heal! If you are in the Reno/Sparks area, we would love to meet with you, show you the ranch, introduce you to our … Continue reading

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Another reason to look at Equine Therapy!

http://www.physorg.com/news/2011-01-nature-positive-effect-adhd-children.html Agreed, agreed, agreed! Some much of our time now is “structured”! Kids, especially those with ADHD, need time and space to work off some of the physical energy. You need room to run? We are on almost 13 acres, … Continue reading

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Teenagers can be so challenging!

http://health.ezinemark.com/troubled-teen-help-31efe63eac0.html Nobody has to do it alone! There are resources. If you feel “in over your head,” seek help.  Horses are very powerful in work with teens, whether it’s depression, anger, lack of confidence or fear (among other issues), there … Continue reading

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We have seen the results first hand and they are good!

http://www.prlog.org/11261657-therapeutic-horseback-riding-helps-contain-and-reduce-health-care-costs.html At first glance, you would not think that equine therapy would be “cost effective.” But, the truth is, avoiding the long-term costs of NOT finding successful interventions are immeasurable. We must help our children, teens and even adults be … Continue reading

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More and more, we are hearing the stories of this deadly disease

http://www.empowher.com/anorexia-nervosa/content/portia-de-rossi-and-awareness-about-eating-disorders Awareness is so important! We must all share the stories of our journeys so that we may help others along the way – through this telling, we may find healing. N.E.A.T. offers a warm and supportive environment to work … Continue reading

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A humorous (or not) look at the challenges associated with Aspergers

http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/blogs/lshumaker/detail?entry_id=82077 We all must find ways to deal with the challenges we face. I think this mom has a pretty good attitude. If you or someone you know is having a hard time dealing with a child or teen with … Continue reading

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A humorous (or not) look at the challenges associated with Aspergers

http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/blogs/lshumaker/detail?entry_id=82077 We all must find ways to deal with the challenges we face. I think this mom has a pretty good attitude. If you or someone you know is having a hard time dealing with a child or teen with … Continue reading

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There are strategies that help in dealing with Aspergers

http://theboardmagazine.com/2011/01/how-to-cope-with-aspergers-obsessions-and-rituals/ You are not alone! Sharing ideas that work for you may be the answer for someone else. We know that work with horses can make a difference too. We would love to show you our ranch, introduce you to … Continue reading

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