At Seaglass, we have integrated equine-assisted therapy (EAT) into a part of our group therapy program. Every session is led by one of our therapists who assists guests in grooming, petting, feeding, haltering, or leading the horses. However, to maintain a safe and secure environment for all involved, guests generally do not ride horses during equine therapy.

What are the Benefits of Equine Therapy?
Our guests begin to tend to our horses, they are naturally guided out of their negative thought patterns, turning their focus to the needs of another. Essentially, these experiences offer each of our guests the opportunity to take a step back from their personal battle with self-doubt while providing perspective as they nurture another creature.
Benefits of Equine Therapy include:
- Builds trust
- Increases self-awareness
- Boosts self-esteem
- Grows social skills
- Improves impulse control
- Enhances problem-solving skills
- Improves verbal/non-verbal communication
- Reduces anxiety
- Lowers depression
- Decreases isolation
Interacting with horses can alleviate stress, as well as increase dopamine and other chemicals in the brain. Horses are non-judgmental creatures, caring only how you treat them and behave around them. As a result, interactions with horses provide our guests with an increased understanding of healthy boundaries and the importance of confidence and assertiveness. Cultivating a healthy relationship with their horse often acts as a wonderful starting point for guests who have been surrounded with negative and unhealthy relationships, assisting them with rebuilding their self-esteem and practicing healthy forms of communication.
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