HERMITAGE HEALING HORSES

Equine Assisted Therapy offers a gentle, experiential space to slow down, reconnect and discover new ways of being — in the company of horses who respond honestly to what is happening in the moment.

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There is no agenda, just being. Through quiet observation, connection and meaningful interaction with horses, we can begin to notice our inner world, understand our responses, find regulation, explore boundaries and develop a deeper sense of trust — in ourselves, in others and in relationship. 

The horse offers something unique: a relationship without judgement, expectation or pretence. Through this shared experience, insights can emerge naturally, creating opportunities for curiosity, choice, confidence, connection and change.

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Sessions are available for Private and ACC Sensitive Claims funded clients, including one-to-one therapy, group workshops and retreats. Each experience is shaped around the individual or group, allowing the work to unfold at a pace that feels safe and meaningful. For ACC clients Ask your Counsellor for a referral. 

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The Foundations Behind Our Practice

Sara has worked in the Equine Therapy space for over 25 years, having trained in models from the UK, US, Canada and Australia, and alongside many great natural horsemanship trainers. Hermitage Horses is a trauma informed relational ground based practice that incorporates  Somatic / Mindfulness, Polyvagal, Trust, Attachment, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Meditation.

These frameworks support a trauma-informed, relational and embodied approach — where the horse is a sentient partner in the therapeutic relationship.

 

Come as you are. There is no need to perform, achieve or have all the answers.
Our time spent in the company of horses provides the opportunity to pause, connect, notice and be.

Please contact us to explore whether Equine Assisted Therapy is right for you.