Month: June 2011

  • New name, same level of expertise and an eye on the future

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    It is refreshing to see an professional organization that is alert to the growth and changing needs of its members! This article talks about the profession organization that certified both Bambi and I as Therapeutic Equine Instructors. This organization has set many of the industry standards, especially in the area of safety. We are proud…

  • Respect, dignity and understanding

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    I love this list! It’s awesome! We should treat all children with respect, dignity and understanding. In our work with children & teens on the autism spectrum we focus on building on strengths and working past challenges – We start where you are and go from there. Afraid of the horses? No worries, we can…

  • Time is running out!

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    The first two sessions of our great Horses 1 On 1 summer camp is set to start the first week of July. Each session is 4 days/8 hours long and covers everything from herd observation to actually getting up on a horse. We are offering sessions for kids aged 4 – 10 and 11 -17…

  • How work with horses can help with the daily struggle

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    This article is a acknowledgement and tribute to all of those who bravely face the challenges of your issues every single day.  For many, life is not easy even on a good day. When battling with mental health issues sometimes it takes incredible courage to just to choose to get out to bed in the…

  • Sharing your struggles with others can be very beneficial

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    This NYTimes article talks about how more and more people are deciding to come forward to share the story of their struggles with mental illness. The act of telling your story can be very healing and knowing that you are not alone can be powerful as well. We are here to listen and share with…

  • What to do when the weather is HOT!

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    The best solution for these very hot days is to paint your horse and then give them a bath!       Here is one  of our client’s “leaving his mark” and then giving his horse Baxter a “hose job”! With temps in the 90’s Baxter loved it!! There are so many great activities we…

  • Equine Therapy to beat summer depression

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    This article talks about some of the causes as well as giving you 6 tips for combating summer depression. Work with horses hits on 3 of the things they suggest for fighting summer depression – get some exercise – work with horses is gentle to moderate exercise depending on what you are doing, from grooming…

  • Caregivers need support too

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    This article talks a little bit about the challenges of caring for someone with mental illness. You must take care of yourself so that you have what you need to care for those around you. Work with horses can be very fulfilling. You can enjoy some quiet time at our beautiful ranch, rebuild battered self-esteem,…

  • Eating Disorders in children & teens

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    The increasing incidence of eating disorders in young people is really frightening. This article talks about some of the things that parents can do to keep their children healthy. We are proud of the work we do with Center for Hope of the Sierras, a local, comprehensive eating disorder program. Once a week we meet…

  • Is there any reason not to seek a second opinion?

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    Doctors are authority figures and we are often tempted to accept their edicts as if they are golden truths from on high.  However the sad truth is that doctors have their “favorite recipes” just like the rest of us.  This Newsweek article looks at the possible over diagnosis of Bipolar disorder.  The fact is that…