Current programmes
For children and young people:
We offer a 6- or 12-week wellbeing programme, with weekly one-to-one therapeutic activity sessions, tailored to individual goals. These sessions help calm emotional responses, develop communication and observation skills, and encourage a mindful connection with the world. Small group sessions for up to four participants are also available.
In partnership with EquiScholars, we also run an alternative learning programme for those who benefit from applied, hands-on and experiential learning, in an outdoors, forest setting. This is a modular programme which can be adapted to individual learning needs.
A new Forest Art programme for 2026:
Our new Forest Art programme combines the benefits of equine-assisted work with forest-based art, guided by an art therapist. With access to a reflection space next to the stables, this programme supports emotional wellbeing; participants are invited to slow down, observe the world around them, and explore new forms of creative expression.
For adults:
We provide one-to-one private sessions, offering a supportive space for personal growth, reflection, and connection.
To learn more about our work or to book a session, please get in touch using the link below.
A complementary approach
EAAT should not replace traditional counselling or psychotherapy. It offers a complementary approach rooted in several interconnected frameworks and principles that address human and equine wellbeing, including the human-animal bond theory, the biophilia hypothesis and the five domains model.
Our facilitators hold the nationally recognised Level 3 OCNLR Diploma in Equine Assisted Services and bring years of horsemanship experience. Committed to ongoing professional development, they are members of the Federation of Horses in Education and Therapy International (HETI), an organisation dedicated to promoting collaboration and excellence in equine-assisted services worldwide.
Our services are fully insured, including public liability, and all activities thoroughly risk assessed. We follow strict safeguarding policies to ensure a safe environment for all clients, and all facilitators are first aid trained and hold an enhanced DBS check.
The evidence base
EAAT has expanded in recent decades and the evidence base is growing - please find below a selection of findings on its effectiveness:
- A 2023 review found that EAAT significantly improved cognition and communication in individuals with ASD. Read more
- A 2020 study by Hartpury University reported a significant improvement in wellbeing after EAAT, enhancing confidence, calmness, and communication. Read more
- A 2020 systematic review indicated a general improvement across multiple outcomes for children with ADHD. Read more
- A 2023 systematic review and meta-analysis demonstrated that EAAT is beneficial in reducing PTSD symptoms among military veterans. Read more
- Research has shown that EAAT increases serotonin levels and reduce cortisol, contributing to stress reduction. Read more
Who would most benefit
- Individuals experiencing stress, anxiety, or feelings of overwhelm, seeking gentle ways to restore balance and calm.
- Those in need of coregulation and grounding strategies to reconnect with themselves and the present moment.
- People looking to boost confidence, self-esteem, and personal empowerment through mindful practices.
- Anyone seeking a deeper connection with animals and nature, interested in immersive, calming, and restorative experiential activities.
