Equine Assisted TherAPY
Our Eagala Equine Therapy program offers holistic support for anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship difficulties, and developmental disorders. Our unique approach combines mental health practitioners’ expertise with the equine specialist’s knowledge of horses, and the intuitive, non-judgmental presence of the horses to create a dynamic therapeutic environment.
What Is Eagala Equine Therapy?
Eagala is an innovative mental health treatment model incorporating horses who are highly attuned and offer an environment for clients to discover their answers within themselves. Using a collaborative approach, the Eagala model incorporates a licensed Mental Health Professional and a qualified Equine Specialist working together with horses and clients as equal partners in an experiential process that empowers life-changing outcomes.
he Eagala Model is a unique approach to equine-assisted psychotherapy, designed to foster a genuine, unfiltered connection between clients and horses. What sets Eagala apart from other forms of horse therapy is its focus on boots on the ground—meaning there’s no riding involved. Instead, the horses remain untethered, and clients engage with them while standing alongside them, on equal footing.
What Makes Equine Assisted THERAPY So Effective?
Horses, being naturally responsive and intuitive, can reflect the emotions and behaviors of the individuals they interact with, providing real-time feedback that helps participants gain insights into their own feelings and actions.
This non-judgmental, experiential approach allows individuals to explore and address challenges in a safe and supportive environment.
Equine-Assisted Therapy is particularly effective for people dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship difficulties, and developmental disorders. It offers a holistic approach to healing, engaging the mind, body, and spirit in a way that traditional therapy alone may not achieve.
Our Equine Assisted Therapy ProgramS
Our Eagala-Certified Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy program offers individuals a unique opportunity to engage in therapeutic activities with horses under the guidance of trained professionals. This program is designed to support emotional healing, personal growth, and mental well-being.
Participants interact with horses in a safe and nurturing environment, 100% on the ground, allowing them to experience the profound benefits of non-verbal communication, empathy, and trust-building.
Bring Your Own Therapist:
Bring your own therapists to Major's Place and we'll assist you in facilitating an Eagala Equine Therapy session.
Work with Our Mental Health Professionals:
If you do not have a personal therapist, you are welcome to work with our in-house team of mental health professionals and equine specialists.
Apply for a Scholarship:
At the core of our mission is making our services affordable to our veterans and first responders. If your therapeutic services are not covered, apply for a scholarship today!
Please note: We do have dogs on the premises.
Why Equine
Therapy Matters
Mental health issues are pervasive, affecting millions worldwide. The impact of untreated mental health conditions can be devastating, leading to diminished quality of life, strained relationships, and lost productivity. Raising awareness and providing effective treatment options are crucial steps in addressing this global challenge.
Eagala-certified programs, like ours, are committed to expanding the horizons of mental health treatment by training therapists and equine specialists so they can offer a powerful alternative that harnesses the healing strength of the human-horse connection.
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Major's Place is a 501(c)3 and all donations are tax deductible.
Donations are applied directly to our general and youth scholarship programs.