Therapeutic Programs
We can’t always find the right words to express how we’re feeling, why we’re upset, or what we need. This makes living with trauma, grief, behavioral disorders or anxiety all the more stressful. But when it comes to horses, not having the right words is okay! Horses have a different way of communicating, and by teaching us to listen like they do, they help us recognize our emotions, learn new coping mechanisms, and gain the confidence to move forward—or as we say here, walk on.
New Day’s therapeutic programs include a variety of equine-based techniques. Some exercises involve riding our horses. Others focus on leading them while tackling other challenges. Because they’re customized to fit our participants’ individual goals, no two programs are the same. But each is built on a foundation of tried-and-true techniques designed to improve interpersonal connections, conquer fears, and rediscover our strength within.
Our therapeutic programs are ideal for groups, but family and individual sessions are available in special cases. All programs are led by our team of certified instructors, including our specially trained horses, who are specifically paired with our participants based on personality and needs. Licensed clinical psychologists are available to work with children, adults and families who require psychotherapy.
Why Horses?
We often think we can hide the way we feel. Well, we can’t hide it from horses. Horses are keenly perceptive and sensitive to their surroundings. As prey animals, they are conditioned to constantly observe and evaluate their environment. This means horses are highly aware of—and quick to respond to—a person’s tone of voice, body language, and even glances. If a human feels anxious, a horse will sense that anxiety and act anxious, too.
In mirroring humans, horses offer valuable clues into how we feel—whether we’re aware of it or not. When we’re open to this insight, we can explore healthier responses to our emotions, build trust in others, grow in self-confidence, and develop stronger communication and leadership skills.
Contact us for more information or to design your program.
