Services
Horse Whispering Youth Program
Many young people who have experienced trauma struggle with negative self-thoughts, which can lead to communication difficulties, challenging behaviour, low self-esteem, and a feeling of hopelessness. Often, these youth are hesitant to engage with social systems such as school, work, and family.
Our program uses the gentle art of horse whispering to foster a respectful relationship between the young person and the horse, encouraging natural cooperation. These same principles are then applied to help the young person deal with complex life situations. These programs provide a safe and nurturing environment where participants can engage in the gentle art of horse whispering, building a respectful relationship with the horses, and developing crucial life skills.
Through our programs, we aim to foster trust and establish stronger emotional connections between vulnerable youth and their support systems. By utilising the immediate and non-threatening feedback provided by the horses, we teach emotional regulation and respectful communication skills. This approach empowers participants to build self-confidence, develop social awareness, and re-engage with their education, workforce, community, and family.
NB: this link will take you directly to HWYP charity to book.
Skills Training & Development NDIS
Through our individual NDIS sessions, participants interact with horses and ponies while completing on-the-ground activities (no riding), we can help develop motivation, confidence, critical thinking, communication, and leadership skills, as well we work on techniques to help overcome depression, anxiety, behavioral problems through trauma informed approach.
We offer educational challenges horse husbandry and craft and workbooks.
Available is individual sessions 1:1 weekly or fortnightly.
Self-esteem
Self awareness
Relaxation & Mindfulness
Interpersonal relationships
Emotional and Self control
Communication without intimidation or fear
Tools and techniques to use everyday
Horses Helping Humans
"Which horse or pony are you?"
Hands on natural horsemanship program runs for 1.5 hours per week for 3 consecutive weeks.
It is an incredibly simple, yet profoundly effective program using horsemanship skills to show the importance and impact that body language and energy projection has when communicating with others. This program provides the tools to recognise and bring back the best version of you - your authentic self!
Comprehensive fun workbook included.
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Equimotional Wellness Coaching
Experiential learning with horses allows clients to engage in hands-on activities that transcend traditional talk therapy, offering a more visceral and embodied approach to healing. Clients have the chance to observe their own patterns of communication, assertiveness, and emotional regulation as they interact with horses, providing valuable insights into their inner world and relational dynamics.
Moreover, we recognize the importance of tailoring activities to meet the unique needs and goals of each client. By customising interventions based on individual strengths, preferences, and challenges, we ensure that the
Equimotional experience is both engaging and effective in facilitating positive change. Whether it's through ground-based exercises, drawing , journaling , meditation or non equine activities, every interaction with or without the horses is thoughtfully designed to meet the client where they are and support them in achieving.
Therapeutic Benefits:
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Equine-assisted services and interventions offer a unique and powerful modality, providing clients with opportunities for experiential learning, emotional expression, and self-discovery. The presence of horses creates a safe and supportive environment for exploring difficult emotions, building trust, and fostering personal growth.
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Emotional Regulation:
Through interactions with horses, clients learn to regulate their emotions, manage stress, and develop coping strategies for dealing with diffi cult situations. Horses are sensitive and responsive animals, which can provide the client an insight into their own emotions and providing valuable feedback for self-awareness and self-regulation.
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Self-Awareness and Relational Skills:
Equine-assisted services promote self-awareness by encouraging clients to observe and refl ect on their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours in the context of their interactions with horses. Additionally, clients learn valuable relational skills such as assertiveness, boundary-setting, and effective communication through their interactions with both the horses and the facilitators.
Empowering Women Workshop
3 hour workshop designed especially for women to help them develop boundaries in their lives and improve communication with family, friends and colleagues. One of the most emotionally challenging things people face is the ability to calm down when we are under pressure (fight or flight response).
Learn how to confidently say “No”
Learn practical and effective steps to re-gain control of your life.
Watch a Natural Horsemanship demonstration to see first-hand how your emotions affect those around you and how to remain calm and respond, while others may be reacting, to a challenging situation. Anything from getting your 2 year old into the bath, to an inappropriate comment from a work colleague can quickly raise negative emotions. Firstly, recognising these feelings and then using calm assertiveness to handle them can be liberating.
Horse powered reading
Horse Powered Reading was developed in 2012, by Dr. Michele Pickel. Since it's inception, Horse Powered Reading has helped thousands of clients become better readers by combining the Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association (Eagala) model of equine assisted learning, with the use of research-based reading strategies that engage the mind, body, and emotions in learning.
Learn how to challenge students to build connections while exploring basic reading skills which include phonemic awareness, decoding, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension.
Venue Hire
Located in an idealic Rural setting, yet close to all amenties. Herd Together Inc headquarters, has excellent facilities to host your clinic. Plenty of, off street parking, use of horses as demonstration.
Venue Hire for all types of clinics.
Competitive rates, all monies go to helping further participants come through the Horses Helping Humans program.
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