Frequently Asked Questions

Equine therapy uses interactions with horses to support mental  health. Guided by a professional, it relies on the horse’s natural sensitivity to human body language to build emotional awareness, trust, and communication.

It incorporates the horse’s environment to support an individual to explore themselves and create a clearer understanding of any difficulties they may be experiencing.

It works because horses are prey animals—they are hyper-aware of body language and react instantly to human emotions, acting as an honest mirror for an individual’s internal state.

• Mirroring: As prey animals, horses are highly sensitive to body language. If you are anxious, the horse tenses; if you calm down, the horse relaxes, providing instant feedback on your emotional state.
• Trust Building: ground work activities help you practice boundary-setting, trust, and clear communication without fear of judgment.
• Being around horses and in nature will help individuals become more grounded and be in the moment.

Anyone can benefit from EAT

Equine assisted therapy can support individuals with a variety of mental health needs – for example;

• Low mood/depression
• Suicidal thoughts
• Self harm
• Emotional dysregulation
• Anxiety / Stress
• Panic attacks
• PTSD
• Eating disorders
• Behavioural issues
• ADHD
• Autism

• Being outside in the accompany of horses allows the individual to received open honest non judgemental non verbal feedback from the horses. 
• Being outside in the fresh air is fantastic for positive mental well being. 
• It is less pressured than being in an office facing someone and allows for natural conversations to take place. 

The natural environment enhances equine therapy in three ways:

Being outdoors in nature (rather than a clinical room) naturally reduces stress and makes individuals more comfortable and able to open up.

Watching horses interact with their herd or react to natural elements provides  lessons on boundaries, communication, and managing unpredictability.

The uneven terrain, open space, and natural sounds help ground anxious or traumatized patients in the present moment.

No – riding required you will be with the horse not on the horse although riding maybe an option if appropriate during a session. 

I am happy to work with anyone from the age of 5 yrs upwards.

• We will be outside for the session so sturdy footwear is required.
• In the cold weather layers are suggested clothes that you don’t mind getting messy are best.
• Waterproof clothing in the rain would also be needed. 

I am happy to help someone overcome their anxieties around horses being outside will also be helpful to your well being 

I am happy to do weekly or fortnightly sessions

A session will normally last between 45-60 mins 

• Each Session will cost £60 per hour. 
• I will provide a 10% discount for NHS workers, Social Care staff, military service personnel and ex military personnel.
  (You will need to show evidence of this). 

By contacting myself either on my mobile number or by requesting a call back or by emailing me.