Category Archives: Teens

Parenting a child with ADHD

Posted on April 21, 2011 by Laurie

I really like that this article basically says, your kids a kid, step up and be a parent! Yes you will have more challenges, but they are not insurmountable. Though the article mentions using resources, they do not talk about … Continue reading →

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Not surprising, but interesting none the less

Posted on April 20, 2011 by Laurie

Bottom line, abused kids are more likely to become depressed teens BECAUSE OF PHYSICAL CHANGES THAT TAKE PLACE IN THE BRAIN!  This article talks about the research. Work with horses can help retrain the brain and lead to healing. We … Continue reading →

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A new research piece on “at risk youth” and Equine Therapy

Posted on April 20, 2011 by Laurie

This is a little technical in nature, but a very good article about this woman’s research study into the benefits of equine therapy in work with “at risk youth”. Though we see the results every day, it is always good … Continue reading →

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Great story about a young man coming to grips with his Asperger’s

Posted on April 18, 2011 by Laurie

This young man moved from feeling overwhelmed and so very unhappy about his Asperger’s. But he has found a way to not only accept his life, but embrace his differences. Here’s his inspiring story. Being different can play havoc with self esteem. … Continue reading →

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Another great open house with foster kids!

Posted on April 15, 2011 by Laurie

Thank you Sierra Association of Foster Families for helping us share the magic of horses with foster families! We had 2 families and 11 children, some of them little tiny toddlers, all mesmerized by our wonderful horses! And thank you … Continue reading →

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Foster Family Open House

Posted on April 13, 2011 by Laurie

Well today was a big hit! We had a dozen kids/teens out to the ranch to do some herd observation and to learn more about our program. All of the horses were on their best behavior (as horse behavior goes) … Continue reading →

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

Posted on April 12, 2011 by Laurie

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

Posted on April 12, 2011 by Laurie

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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Spring Break Horse Day Camp

Posted on April 11, 2011 by Laurie

We still have a few spaces available, so call to make your reservation today!

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Great article about Autism and kids/teens that “wander”

Posted on April 11, 2011 by Laurie

Very well written and to the point article about kids with autism “wandering”. In our work with kids/teens on the spectrum, we are able to address increasing communication skills and decreasing impulsivity, both important components of the “wandering” issue. We … Continue reading →

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