Equine Assisted Therapy
Who Can Benefit from Equine Assisted Therapy?
At Greenfields Therapy Farm, we specialize in providing equine assisted therapy services that promote emotional well-being and mental health.
Therapy at Greenfields involves purposeful interactions with animals, nature, movement, and conversation with our Therapists. This approach is highly beneficial for most people.
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If you are seeking support, please reach out to book an intake session.
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Our services are available for individuals aged 8 years and older.
No formal diagnosis or referral is required to access our services.
Individual Equine Assisted Therapy Sessions
Our individual equine assisted therapy (EAT) sessions, also known as horse therapy, take place outdoors on our certified organic farm. Horses have a unique ability to mirror human emotions, providing an opportunity for introspection and skill building.
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Therapeutic interactions with horses have been proven to reduce anxiety and decrease stress levels. By engaging with these gentle animals, clients often experience a sense of empowerment and a deeper understanding of their own emotions. Each session is tailored to meet the client's goals, needs, and comfort level and may include activities such as grooming and leading the horses, or simply being with them in their habitat.
Please note that our program does not involve riding.
All activities with the horses are conducted on the ground (groundwork).
Initial Intake Session
The initial intake session at Greenfields Therapy Farm is dedicated to the potential client and their support team of up to 2 others. During this 45-minute session, we aim to determine if our services align with the client's goals and needs. The session includes a farm tour, discussions about the client's goals, an outline of our services, and a review of safety requirements. Within one week, we will inform the client if we believe our services can provide benefit. If the client chooses to proceed, they must complete an intake form and commit to therapy.
Please note that the intake session does not involve direct interaction with the horses.
Commitment to Therapy
Session Pricing and Commitment
Prior to commencing Equine Assisted Therapy, all clients must complete an initial intake session.
Intake Session
45 minute session
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$100
Single Session
1 hour session
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$195
Recommended 5 Block Sessions
For most clients we recommend to book the sessions weekly for a minimum of 5 weeks.
This is to support the client in the progression of their goals.
Please note that a late fee of $60 will be charged for every 15 minutes of delay in pick up.
Payment Terms and Insurance Coverage
All sessions, including the intake session, must be paid upon booking via e-transfer. Receipts will be issued upon payment. Many benefit plans cover equine assisted therapy as we provide service under the supervision of a registered social worker. However, coverage may vary based on individual benefits. We do not offer direct billing. Clients are responsible for determining if the cost will be covered under their individual extended health care plan. Our therapist, Sarah Harrison, is a Registered Recreation Therapist (Registration #2599) and a Certified Equine Assisted Therapist under the supervision of a Registered Social Worker.
Refund and Cancellation Policy
Due to high demand for our services, Greenfields Therapy Farm has a no refund cancellation policy. Refunds will not be issued for client cancellations of services or events. We reserve the right to reschedule services or events due to weather occurrences or extenuating circumstances.