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big changes with little horses

equine assisted learning

The use of horses in therapy and learning is relatively new. The largest organisation is EAGALA – the Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association, with 3,500 members in 38 countries. The EAGALA model involves an equine specialist and a therapist working with the horses and client(s) as a team.

Horses are able to interpret non-verbal cues that are often missed when we consciously think one thing, feel quite another; and ultimately behave incongruously. They can help individuals, teams and groups work through blocks that prevent effective relationships from developing and functioning. These blocks can include behavioral issues, AD(H)D, substance misuse, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, communication problems, lack of confidence and difficulties with boundaries.