Author Archives: Laurie

We Appreciate Your Support

Posted on February 10, 2020 by Laurie

It means so much to us to hear from our clients and their families…. The author Paul Coelho has said “I love you because the entire universe conspired to help me find you”. Our family feels this way about everything … Continue reading →

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Our Teens Need Our Help

Posted on January 27, 2020 by Laurie

The statistics are frightening. ‘Suicide rates for 15- to 19-year-olds and those between 20 and 24 are at their highest level since 2000, a new study reports.’ This comes from a US New & World Report article that rates increased … Continue reading →

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How does Equine Therapy Work?

Posted on October 29, 2019 by Laurie

I have not posted a blog in so long! We were very involved in making our First Annual Really N.E.A.T. Benefit Concert a success, and I really let sharing information with you all slide! My apologies. Today I want to … Continue reading →

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Long Term Impact of Common ADHD Medications

Posted on August 27, 2019 by Laurie

I have not posted anything in a long time, but I feel it is important to share some information with you. This morning in our local paper (RGJ), author John Rosemond has an article talking about the risks posed by … Continue reading →

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Equine Therapy Reaches Across Generations

Posted on May 31, 2019 by Laurie

The work we do with horses offers so many benefits. Whether it is with children, teens, adults or seniors, horse can make a difference. In this Horse & Rider article, some of the benefits for seniors with dementia and Alzheimer’s, … Continue reading →

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New Treatments Offer Hope

Posted on May 21, 2019 by Laurie

We love seeing that there are new options for people who are struggling with social, emotional, behavioral and mental health issues. In this moving article in the North Jersey Record, Cindy Schweich Handler shares some insights into what it is … Continue reading →

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The Growing Support for Equine Assisted Therapy

Posted on March 24, 2019 by Laurie

Of course we see it in the work we do. We see that children, teens and even adults can experience learning, growth and change through work with horses. They become less impulsive. They become less self-conscious. They become less anxious. … Continue reading →

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Consider the Positives of ADHD

Posted on March 19, 2019 by Laurie

Most of the time we are dealing with the negative impact of ADHD. Lack of focus, impulsive behaviors and a myriad of social, emotional and behavioral issues accompany an ADHD diagnosis. This neurological disorder is challenging for the child/teen/adult with … Continue reading →

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Does My Child Have Inattentive ADHD

Posted on March 5, 2019 by Laurie

He just can’t seem to focus….Her bedroom is such a disaster. She can never find anything…How could you forget your homework? Sound familiar? Sometimes we just can’t get a handle on what is going on with our kids. No matter … Continue reading →

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Horses – A Powerful ADHD Intervention

Posted on February 25, 2019 by Laurie

There are many challenges when living with or caring for someone with ADHD. The impulsivity and lack of focus is an issue across environments. Parents, teachers and other caregivers do their best but the child/teen struggles and can end up … Continue reading →

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