Welcome to
Sussex Equine
Therapy
"Though nobody can go back and make a new beginning... ...anyone can start over and make a new ending” Chico Xavier
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy
Equine-assisted psychotherapy is the use of horses to help with human psychological problems
Established in 2021, Sussex Equine Therapy offers an alternative to more traditional talking therapies
It is;
- Ground based - the horses are not ridden, they help you understand your current situation by acting as a character or metaphor in your story
- Solution focused - we believe the solutions lie within you, the horses simply help you discover them
- Team approach - horses, client(s) Equine Specialist & Mental Health Professional
- Follows a code of ethics to ensure high standards of practice & the best level of care
For more information about the services we provide, reach out today.
Who is it suitable for?
Equine-assisted therapy can be used to help people with addictions, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, stress, PTSD, emotional needs, learning disabilities, suicidal thoughts, self harm, offending and so much more.
It can also be used for team building, resilience workshops, family dynamics and other group situations.
What if you are scared of horses?
That's OK, many people are, they are big animals and can move quickly. You don't have to touch the horse, or even go into the field with them, you can simply watch them until you feel safe to be closer with them
More About Eagala
This video helps to explain the process
Eagala is the leading international nonprofit association for professionals incorporating horses to address mental health and personal development needs.
Sussex Equine Therapy is part of the growing Eagala global network of certified mental health professionals and equine specialists in over 40 countries committed to collaboration and dedicated to the vision of every person around the world having access to life-changing Eagala Model services.
The Eagala Model is an innovative, ethical set of best practices that builds on the human/horse connection to help people learn more about themselves and to use that learning to change their lives.
Research on Eagala Model equine-assisted psychotherapy is growing. Even though equine-assisted psychotherapy is a relatively new discipline, Eagala is committed to building a body of evidence-based, peer-reviewed research
With 20 years in the field, the Eagala Model is tested and subject to ongoing study and development. For a listing of research and studies on the Eagala Model, see here
Sussex Equine Therapy is committed to professional, evidence-based practice. We participate in collecting outcome data through client report and validated assessments to provide program feedback and measurable results on all the services we provide
