More and more we are hearing about how people around the world are finding the incredible benefits of doing healing work with horses.
Whether in a ‘traditional therapeutic riding’ environment, a program that only does work on the ground, 
or in a program such as N.E.A.T. where we utilize a unique combination of equine interactions (a little bit of both!), work with horses is making an impact!
In this story from The Age (Australia) you learn about a young gal who experienced trauma, but has found healing through work 
with her horse, Humphrey. The program sounds phenomenal! I especially like how the article talks about “childhood trauma can affect the way the brain organises, including sensory integration (responses to touch, sound and other senses); relationship building; and the ability to regulate emotions.” and “Before some people are ready for “cognitive interventions” such as counselling, they need to learn how to handle more primitive feelings like fear, anger and frustration.” And horses are awesome for helping people work through these feelings!
Our clients, some as young as 4 years old, lead, groom and even ride ‘their’ horse. They learn and practice self-soothing and calming skills, that help them help their horse to feel safe around them. They learn to see themselves as leaders as they move a 
1000lb horse around an arena, both on the ground and while riding. They problem solve working through any frustration ‘stop. Take a breath. What is it you are trying to get your horse to do? Is there another way to communicate what you want?’ This work is so empowering!
We are here to be a part of the team! If you know someone who is struggling with the aftermath of trauma, give us a call or send us an email. We will schedule a visit to the ranch. We will show you around, introduce out incredible herd, learn more about what you are dealing with, and share how we may be able to help.
and they are doing work that is right in line with what we do at N.E.A.T.!
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