Freedom Reins for Veterans Using Equine Assisted Psychotherapy

About the Program

This program utilizes cognitive-behavioral approaches in an experiential and dynamic mode. It focuses on the transition from military life to civilian life.

The Connection

Veterans can be referenced as feeling like a wild horse that needs to be tamed along with their experiences, such as recurrent nightmares, overwhelming emotions like rage, and unhealthy ways of relating.

The Goals

• Explore the strengths and techniques for coping and surviving during combat
• Help Veterans become more aware of the trauma they experience.
• Develop traits connected with resilience and relevance.

Traits Connected with Resilience and Relevance to EAP:

• Ability to make future plans and be goal-directed.
• Belief in self, capabilities, strengths/assets.
• Ability to communicate feelings/thoughts openly.
• Skills in problem solving.
• Ability to cope effectively with intense emotions and behavior.