Equestrian Therapy - Salem, Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy, HopeTree Family Services

16058 Elliott Street, Abingdon, VA 24210

Eligibility

Individuals of all ages facing a wide range of challenges, including: -Trauma and PTSD -Anxiety or depression -Behavioral issues -Emotional dysregulation -Low self-esteem or lack of confidence -Family conflict or relationship challenges -Grief or loss

(877) 859-1002

Voice

(540) 387-5082

Fax

https://hopetreefs.org/programs/eap/

[email protected]

Application process

Call for more information

Service area

Description

A form of mental health psychotherapy featuring interactions with equines. Clients work towards therapeutic goals in a session by interacting with the equines. It is an alternative to traditional, sit down talk therapy; however, the goals are the same as talk therapy. During sessions clients often see the equine(s) as metaphors to something related to their goals. Some activities are designed and incorporated by the team to help the client reach their therapeutic goals, but these activities never involve mounted work.

What's Here

Equestrian Therapy

Providing organization

HopeTree Family Services

HopeTree Family Services, the premier faith-related human services organization in Virginia, offers a wide range of ministries for at-risk children and youth and their families across the state. Programs include Therapeutic Foster Care, Therapeutic Group Homes, Developmental Disabilities Ministry, HopeTree Academy, and Family Centered Treatment. Visit www.hopetreefs.org for more information.