Category Archives: OCD

I found this interview about OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) very interesting

In this interview, with an adult who suffered from OCD as a child, we learn of her personal experiences as a child who “worried about being worried”. I think she gives parents some real insights as to what their children … Continue reading

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What is Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?

This is a pretty good article about OCD. It gives some helpful information on treatments and I think that Equine Assisted Therapy would be a great way to work through some of the issues. The desire to interact with the … Continue reading

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When we punish ourselves for our mental health issues

This article talks about the stigma of mental illness and how we can even turn this against ourselves. As if struggling with the issues is not challenging enough! We work with children, teens, adults and even seniors, dealing with a … Continue reading

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Time to start planning your summer activities!

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Dr. Jon LaPook on OCD

Many, many people are living with some level of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. In this article Dr. Jon LaPook offers some insights and suggestions. Equine Therapy can be a powerful intervention for someone dealing with OCD. Through increased focus, decreased impulsivity … Continue reading

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Finally! Bambi’s interview talking about our open houses for foster families

I finally was able to get this up on YouTube!  The events went great and we look forward to working with foster families. We offer individual, couples, sibling and family work, as well as small group sessions. We would love … Continue reading

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Great Student interview!

We spent a lot of time sharing information about equine therapy and our program with a wonderful college student. This is part of the work she has created – a written interview and video clip – the clip takes some … Continue reading

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A look at Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

I think that this article give a good overview of what OCD looks like. By focusing on work with horses, we are often very successful in dislodging some of the obsessive behaviors associated with OCD. AT first it may feel … Continue reading

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It is not too late to join us for our Spring Break Horse Camp!

We still have a few spaces available for our this one-day special event. In partnership with Sherry Sanders, M.F.T., M.Ed. we have designed this camp to introduce kids and teens to some of the magic that horses offer! This Friday, … Continue reading

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First of two foster family open houses today

We are excited to be hosting today, the first of two open houses for foster families. These events are open to not only foster families, but birth parents and professionals working with foster families. We are eager to share the … Continue reading

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