Monthly Archives: April 2012

Helping Veterans dealing with PTSD and other mental health issues

Posted on April 5, 2012 by Laurie

This article looks at the lack of mental health professionals who are available to care for the mental health needs of our  current and returning Veterans. There are many incredible Equine Therapy programs around the world that are now addressing these … Continue reading →

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Some straight talk about Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders

Posted on April 5, 2012 by Laurie

This article is an interesting look at some of the issues children exposed to drugs and alcohol while in the womb may experience, along with some suggested ways of dealing with some of the problems associated with this disorder. We work … Continue reading →

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Another, less noticed side of Autism

Posted on April 4, 2012 by Laurie

I found this post about the particular problems that girls/women with Autism face to be very interesting and enlightening. It’s not hard at all for me to imagine a girl who is quiet, withdrawn and somewhat “odd” being overlooked and … Continue reading →

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The wounds of our childhood

Posted on April 2, 2012 by Laurie

Recently, after reading a post of mine about a young client I am working with, a friend of mine shared some very personal details of his own childhood. As my friend shared the pain he dealt with as a child, … Continue reading →

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