Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP)
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) is a therapeutic approach that utilizes interactions with horses to address emotional, psychological, and behavioral challenges in individuals. In EAP sessions, participants engage in various activities with horses, facilitated by trained mental health professionals (ACA Registered Counsellors) who are also equine specialists, supported by trained Equine Therapy Assistants.
How it works:
During EAP sessions, participants engage in activities such as grooming, leading, or obstacle courses with horses. These activities are carefully designed to promote self-awareness, emotional regulation, communication skills, and trust-building. Horses, as highly perceptive and non-judgmental animals, provide immediate feedback to participants’ actions and emotions, which can lead to therapeutic insights and goal progression. The therapeutic process is guided by trained professionals who help participants process their experiences, emotions, and insights gained from interacting with the horses.
Our trained Equine Therapy Assistants are there to ensure the smooth and safe delivery of sessions, providing assistance to the Practitioner, managing other interested (but not invited!) herd members, or just observing from afar to allow the client / therapist relationship to blossom authentically.
Benefits:
- EAP can be effective in addressing a wide range of mental health issues, including trauma, anxiety, depression, Autism, PTSD, ADHD, and behavioral disorders.
- It offers a unique and engaging therapeutic experience that appeals to individuals who may be resistant to traditional talk therapy.
- Interacting with horses in a natural outdoor setting promotes relaxation, reduces stress, and enhances overall well-being.
- EAP fosters the development of essential life skills such as empathy, assertiveness, boundaries, and problem-solving.
- The bond formed between participants and horses can be healing, providing a sense of connection, trust, and emotional support.
EAP vs Traditional Therapy methods:
- EAP offers a hands-on, experiential approach to therapy, allowing participants to learn and grow through direct interactions with horses.
- The presence of horses as co-facilitators in therapy sessions adds a dynamic and unpredictable element, leading to spontaneous insights and therapeutic opportunities.
- EAP emphasizes the importance of non-verbal communication, body language, and intuition, enhancing emotional awareness and interpersonal skills.
- The natural outdoor environment of EAP settings promotes relaxation, mindfulness, and connection with nature, which can enhance the therapeutic process.
Please register your interest for our Equine Assisted Psychotherapy in Canberra, or request further information using the form below.
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy Enquiry
Pricing
| Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) Fee List | ||
| Type | Cost | Notes |
| EAP Services | $212.32 | Per hour or part thereof to nearest 5 mins; includes charge for Counsellor and Therapy Assistant Level 1 |
| N.B. We charge for the total time a Counsellor / EPI Practitioner and their Assistant spends on activities to deliver a support, including Face-to-Face (F2F; in session with the client) and Non-Face-to-Face (NF2F; prep, packup, note writing) activities. For example a 1 hour EAP session might include 45 mins F2F and 15 mins NF2F activities, resulting in 1 hour charge of $212.32. If the time spent delivering supports varies from a standard booking or quote we will charge for the total time, but when possible will endeavour to provide advanced notice. | ||
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Non-Face-to-Face Support Provision – Counsellor / EPI Practitioner only (see below explanation) |
$156.16 | Per hour or part thereof to nearest 5 mins |
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Non-Face-to-Face Supports are important activities resulting from the delivery of specific disability support items. These activities must be permitted by the NDIS Price Guide and be pre-authorised for us to claim in your Service Agreement. Examples of Non-Face-to-Face Supports we will claim for include, but are not limited to:
Please note we do not claim for all Non-Face-to-Face activities. Some common activities we complete but do not claim for include time spent scheduling, creating Service Agreements and Service Bookings. Further details of Non-Face-to-Face Support Provision can be found in the NDIS Price Guide here: https://www.ndis.gov.au/providers/price-guides-and-pricing |
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Equine Assisted Psychotherapy Location
Our therapy services are provided at the following address, pinned on the map below:
Building 17, Crace Business Park, Crace, ACT, 2911
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Meet our Therapy Herd!
Al
Breed: Arabian
Age: 17
Characteristics: affectionate, shy, great listener, loves to roll in the dirt
Ash
Breed: Welsh Pony X
Age: 12
Characteristics: kind, grounded, compassionate
Babe
Breed: Stockhorse
Age: 27
Characteristics: gentle, calm, affectionate, loves a groom
Bird
Breed: Standardbred
Age: 10
Characteristics: loyal, supportive, aware
Bling
Breed: Arabian x Welsh
Age: 12
Characteristics: friendly, curious, silly, enjoys a shower
Hope
Breed: Thoroughbred
Age: 6
Characteristics: empathetic, intuitive, brave, loves a good bum scratch
Ollie
Breed: Quarter horse
Age: 17
Characteristics: confident, caring, friendly
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At House on the Hill – Paediatric Therapy Services in Canberra – we provide a comprehensive therapy service that empowers your child to reach their full potential. Our treatment programs focus on your child’s strengths and interests to deliver the best possible outcome for them and your family.
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