1. 1. The client comes first:  The benefits for the client are:
  • Their needs are always considered first and foremost
  • Increases the ability to make choices
  • Increases a sense of empowerment
  • Increases self-determination

  1. 2. Solution-Oriented Approach: EAMH's approach is based on the
    philosophy the client has the best solution for him/herself.
  • Increases sense of self-worth
  • Increase awareness of internal distress
  • Increase the ability to make healthy choices
  • Increase in identifying old patterns of self-defeating behaviors
  • Increases awareness of feelings not previously explore or experienced
  • Short term intervention to increase the quality of both your life and relationships

  1. 3. Philosophy of Change: Allows clients to discover solutions through
    experiential learning.
  • Increases the ability to change while being challenged in a safe environment
  • Increases problem solving skills
  • Increases assertive behavior
  • Decreases barriers and defensive behaviors

  1. 4. Horses assist clients with:  Focusing on themselves and to increase
    the quality of their relationships. It is not focused on horsemanship
    and riding.
  • Increases communication skills
  • Increases self-esteem
  • Increases the ability to change what is not working for you in your relationships
  • Increases the ability to bond with another living being
  • Decreases fear of intimacy
  • Decreases fear of failure
  • Decreases negative self-image
  • Decreases distortions in perceptions of what others may think of you

  1. 5.  Focus on the process: The client is involved an equine therapeutic
    activity rather than on any stated goal.
  • Increase sense of self-awareness and success
  • Increases grounding skills to regulate emotions
  • Decreases unrealistic expectations of your self
  • Increases the ability to focus on the present moment, feelings and senses

  1. 6. The Team Approach: There is a lot to see. Two sets of eyes will help
    recognize a wealth of learning opportunities that one set might miss.
    It is safer and more professional with a team.
  • There are always 2 people present during an EAMH session
  • The team is available for support, guidance and reassurance
  • Each team member offers their own strengths to each session
  • The team works in a cohesive manner to reflect how the horse is responding to
    the client in the present moment
Make a choice today to make a change.
For a free initial consultation, to obtain more information and to schedule an appointment please contact;
Judith Schneider, LISW at Healing Through Horses,  (505) 685-0596 or send an email to: Judy@healingthroughhorses.net

"Life is a journey, enjoy the ride" ~ Unknown ~
Healing Through Horses
21074A Highway #84
Abiquiu, New Mexico 87510
(505) 685-0596
Equine Assisted Mental Health Services
Benefits and Principles of Equine Assisted Mental Health