Silver Stirrups Circle: Group Overview
Aging can bring a range of emotional challenges, including loneliness, fear, grief, and depression. Our Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) program for older adults offers a unique, experiential approach to support emotional well-being through guided, therapeutic interaction with horses.
This trauma-informed program is facilitated by licensed mental health clinicians alongside trained equine specialists. It is tailored to meet the emotional and relational needs of older adults who may benefit from alternative approaches to traditional talk therapy.
This Group Offers:
- Supportive group sessions facilitated by licensed therapists
- Gentle, ground-based activities with horses (no riding involved
- A peaceful outdoor setting to help reduce stress and promote mindfulness.
- Opportunities to rebuild confidence and find renewed purpose
Ideal Participants
This program is appropriate for older adults (typically 60+) who:
- Are experiencing emotional distress, grief, or fear
- Show signs of depression or isolation
- Have difficulty connecting through traditional therapy
- Are ambulatory and able to participate in gentle ground-based activities (no horseback riding)