Equine / Horse-Assisted Therapy Programs

Equine therapy utilizes horses and various approaches to promote emotional and physical well-being. Types of equine therapy include:

• Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP), which focuses on mental health with a licensed mental health professional and equine specialist
• Therapeutic Riding, which involves horseback riding activities with certified riding instructors to benefit individuals with physical or mental challenges
• Equine-Facilitated Learning (EFL), which focuses on social and emotional learning through interacting with horses

Equine therapy programs may benefit those with physical, cognitive, or social-emotional disabilities, including autism, cerebral palsy, trauma, and military personnel. Click here to view the CAP4Kids list of Equine therapy programs and resources.