Equine-Assisted Mental Health Therapy
in Dickinson, North Dakota
Healing, connection, and resilience through trauma-informed care and equine-assisted expertise.
Equine-Assisted Mental Health Therapy
in Dickinson, North Dakota
Healing, connection, and resilience through trauma-informed care and equine-assisted expertise.
I provide trauma-informed, relationship-centered Equine-Assisted Mental Health Therapy that incorporates horses to help clients explore communication, boundaries, emotional regulation, resilience, and connection through meaningful, experiential interactions.
In-person sessions in Dickinson, North Dakota | Spring 2027 | Limited availability
Mental Health Therapy Tailored to You
If life's challenges, difficult relationships, or experiences of trauma are leaving you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or unsure of yourself, I provide a supportive space to better understand those experiences, develop healthier coping skills, strengthen relationships, and build greater emotional resilience.
How Horses Are Incorporated into Therapy
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in trauma-informed care, I incorporate horses into therapy to support youth and individuals navigating trauma, relationship challenges, and emotional difficulties.
During interactions with horses, clients may have opportunities to practice communication, healthy boundaries, trust, emotional regulation, and problem-solving. Because horses respond to body language, movement, and the environment around them, their reactions can provide meaningful feedback that we can explore together during the therapeutic process.
Who Can Benefit from Equine-Assisted Mental Health Therapy?
I work with individuals seeking support with areas such as:
Trauma and difficult life experiences
Anxiety and emotional overwhelm
Self-confidence and self-awareness
Emotional regulation
Communication
Trust and relationship patterns
Personal boundaries
Resilience and coping skills
Feelings of disconnection
Difficult transitions or life challenges
What to Expect
In my mental health sessions incorporating horses, I combine professional mental health treatment with purposeful interaction with horses and guide each session around your therapeutic needs and goals.
Activities may involve observing, approaching, interacting with, or working alongside a horse while exploring thoughts, emotions, communication patterns, and relationships. I facilitate the experience as a licensed mental health professional; the horse is a partner in the therapeutic process.
Experienced, Trauma-Informed Care
I bring more than 30 years of experience in mental health, clinical leadership, and Equine-Assisted Services (EAS). My approach is relationship-centered and trauma-informed, combining professional mental health expertise with decades of experience working in equine-assisted environments.
Is Equine-Assisted Mental Health Therapy Right for You?
I offer a complimentary 30-minute consultation to talk about what you're looking for, answer questions, and determine whether Equine-Assisted Mental Health Therapy may be a good fit.
Spring 2027 in Dickinson, North Dakota. Space is limited for in-person sessions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where Are Sessions Held?
I hold in-person sessions in Dickinson, North Dakota.
When Are Sessions Available?
I plan to offer in-person sessions beginning Spring 2027, with limited availability.
How Do I Know Whether This Type of Therapy Is Right for Me?
I offer a complimentary 30-minute consultation to talk through your goals and questions and determine whether Equine-Assisted Mental Health Therapy may be a good fit.
What Happens During an Equine-Assisted Mental Health Therapy Session?
I combine professional mental health treatment with purposeful interaction with horses. Activities may involve observing, approaching, interacting with, or working alongside a horse while we explore thoughts, emotions, communication patterns, and relationships.