Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP)
Hands on activities with horses to promote mental health and wellbeing.
The act of "doing" verse "talking" allows you to see problems from another perspective.
Tell me more about horses and therapy!
H.A.L.T. (Horse Assisted Learning & Therapies Inc.)
Brittany partners with HALT, a facility located in Jupiter Farms, to facilitate Equine Therapy.
HALT offers a mental health treatment modality called equine-assisted psychotherapy (EAP) which is an experiential form of psychotherapy where horses are involved in the sessions. EAP activities are done on the ground, typically no riding is involved. “Experiential” means that you will be involved in hands-on experiences with the horses designed to reflect things going on in your life.
What is unique about EAP is that clients are partnered with a living animal who has feelings and reacts to others non-judgmentally. Horses are aware and can then respond accordingly to our emotions. This response can bring emotions to the surface so that clients are faced with working through them in the present moment in a safe environment. The process is not always about interacting with the treatment team, although that will happen at times. It is about providing you the opportunity to experience, explore, problem-solve, discover, be creative, gain insight and experience practical applications of what you are learning in the moment. The process focuses on “doing” and "connecting" to rewire maladaptive thoughts, behaviors, and feelings.
All activities take place at HALT in Jupiter Farms, conveniently located minutes from both I95 and the Turnpike. All activities are led by a Licensed Mental Health Professional and a Certified Equine Specialist of Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship (PATH Intl.) and/or Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association (EAGALA). Both professionals are certified.
Afraid of large animals? Horses are big, yes. But, they have a gentleness and uniqueness that allows them to interact with humans and connect on a deep level. No horse experience is necessary, and we will support any level of comfort around horses.
Some expectations include, but, are not limited to:
being outside in nature,
petting, brushing, painting,
washing/ caring for them,
leading on a rope,
engaging in a large fenced in pasture,
building connections and relationships with your "partner" horse.
What programs are available?
Groups for Veterans
10 Week Group that lasts 1.5 hours each week. H.A.L.T. is an equine facility in Jupiter Farms, Florida. Contact the VA to sign up for our next group.
September 4th 2024- Wednesdays at 10:30am-12pm for 10 weeks
Cost: FREE
Children & Families
Individual and family EAP sessions are available by appointment only.
Insurance not accepted.
Private Pay: $200
You may be eligible for reimbursement through insurance. A superbill can be provided for you to submit to insurance; if you have out of network benefits.
Schedule an Appointment Today
Brittany is certified with EAGALA and PATH to facilitate equine therapy. H.A.L.T. has teamed up with Serene Trails Therapy to offer this opportunity within our community! Reach out to HALT or Serene Trails Therapy to schedule an appointment today!
