Horse & Human

Connections

Equine Therapy

At my ranch, you and your clients will practice Equine Therapy. Equine Assisted Psychotherapy is practiced with myself, my horses, and a mental health professional. Equine Assisted Learning is with myself and my herd.

THERAPY

Styles

EQUINE-ASSISTED PSYCHOTHERAPY – A team approach to therapy. Consisting of a mental health professional, equine professional, horses and clients. The mental health provider need not have any experience with EAP, as I have over 25 years of experience. I was trained and certified by E.A.G.A.L.A. and continue my training to this day.

EQUINE-ASSISTED LEARNING – This is also a very effective type of life coaching and/or learning. It does not have the mental health practitioner component.

MISSION

Connecting with horses to facilitate growth, learning and healing in individuals, families or groups of all types. To foster and develop essential life skills in communication, teamwork and problem solving.

It is often said horses are the mirror to our soul. They simply give what they receive. My horses mirror everyday exactly where I am in my personal journey, which has always been a trait I am forever grateful for. They keep me grounded, honest, loving and true to my word.

Time

Typically the client is seen weekly for 10-12 sessions. Sessions are approximately 60 minutes.

PRICE

Sessions are 80.00 per person per session.

Group rates are available, contact us for details.

SETTING

You may bring your client(s), family, groups, organizations to my ranch and together we will go through many ground activities that will assist your client on their journey of self discovery (whatever that looks/feels like to them) and gain an increased awareness of who they are, how they think and process. It is vastly different from traditional therapy which is often in a clinical setting. You and your client will be outside in a green pasture fully equipped with sunshine, fresh air, birds chirping, dogs and horses of course!

Why EQUINE therapy?

EQUINE THERAPY addresses a variety of mental health concerns. PTSD, autism, trauma, substance abuse, eating disorders, emotional and sexual abuse, depression, anxiety, relationship and communication issues, leadership skills to name a few.

taking reasonable risks

manage impulsivity

foster flexible thinking

Conflict Resolution

understanding & empathy

teach persistence

TESTIMONIALS

Kris is part horse whisperer and part life coach! While I thought we were just working through training issues with my horse, through Kris’s unique perspectives and guidance, I find that I am cultivating a better, more authentic relationship with him. Our work together, even through some tough times, has been a fantastic experience as I have gained a more depth understanding of what true horsemanship means. Thank you, Kris!

Teresa T.

Of greater significance, during these therapy sessions Kris uses her horse knowledge and experience to help our clients heal, learn, grow and accomplish their goals for change. We work with abused, neglected, abandoned and rejected children and adolescents as well as dysfunctional families in crisis. although she always tells the clients she is not a therapist, she is one of the most therapeutic people I know. She has developed an understanding of behavioral issues and family dynamics far beyond that of many licensed mental health professionals, and she uses the horse to help clients become aware for themselves.

Kathy wilkes

LMFT

Kris Secor has an amazing ability to care for people. She is compassionate and shows deep empathy for those in need. Kris possesses therapeutic skills that I only see in clinicians with years of experience. She is in fact a very special person.

Dr. Levi Kahane

Medical Director