Equine Therapy
Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy (EFP)
Groups are facilitated by a team consisting of a certified equine facilitator and Equine Specialist. Our Unique program tailored to the needs of the clients.
Smoke Tree Stables offers a Therapeutic program that focuses on what the horse can bring into the process of insight, change and healing. Group activities with the horse will involve various themes including boundaries, self-esteem, relationships, and mindfulness.
EFP is Beneficial in treating a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, PTSD and eating disorders. EFP is also an excellent support program for clients working through trauma or recovery from substance abuse addiction.
Equine Therapy is an excellent addition to any treatment program.
Some of the in-patient facilities we are proud to work with;
Banyan treatment center Palm Springs- https://www.banyantreatmentcenter.com/facilities/california/palm-springs/
California Behavioral health -https://cabehavioral.com
Michaels house Palm Springs- Michaelshouse.com
Hazelden Betty Ford- Hazeldenbettyford.org
Recovery First- first responder only treatment center-. https://recoveryfirst.com/about/
What are clients are saying …
“Equine therapy has been the most profound life changing experience. So grateful that my in patient treatment facility offered this program- thank you Stacey and the team for such a wonderful growth experience, I will carry you and Arizona (the horse) with me always!”
“I wish everyone in treatment could experience this program, you changed my life!”
“ I was introduced to equine therapy for the first time in Palm Springs, at the amazing smoke tree stables. I’ve always loved animals, but taking the time to slow down, observe, and really connect with them, proved to be such an unexpectedly profound experience for me. I learned so much from the wonderful people and horses at Smoke Tree, and I carried this experience in my heart long after I left.
Learning to practice being more present in my life has been one of the most powerful and healing lessons I have ever learned. But the true magic of animals is that they somehow have a way of anchoring you right to the present moment, without even trying.
We all have our own struggles, fears, doubts, anxieties, and often traumas to work through. Believe me when I say you are not alone in that. But I also know that healing is possible with a little self awareness and willingness to get out and try something new.
Wishing each and every one of you the best this life has to offer- today and always. 💗”
