Here is a great article about equine assisted therapy!
Achieving Balance at The Farm is an accredited EAGALA center. We work with a variety of mental health diagnosis such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders and various traumas. Currently we have 4 mental health professionals on staff who are specialized in areas such as behavior modification, childhood sexual abuse, domestic violence, family therapy and substance abuse.
With horses as a guide, our mission is to provide to provide an opportunity for individuals to reach an emotional and physical balance within themselves, while creating healthy relationships with others.
Horses can be an emotional mirror for humans. They respond to the feeling state we show, which means they have a strong emotional sense. Because of these qualities, horses can be used to help people heal from a variety of psychological issues.