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Not Just A Pony Ride

88 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 19 ratings

Ever wanted to know more about Equine-Assisted Services (EAS) and Therapies? Join occupational therapist & PATH Intl CTRI, Kaiti Otte, as she explores the industry. Hear valuable education for instructors & therapists, insight on business strategies and all the reasons why horses are so impactful for our mental & physical health. This podcast is presented by Heartland Equine Therapeutic Riding Academy (HETRA), with over 35 years of experience in the EAS industry.

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79. PART TWO:  How do you Manage a Board?  Valuable Advice on Engaging an Effective Board

March 22, 2024 22:20 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

A continuation from episode 78- click here if you haven’t heard PART ONE yet. https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/ZWaQ3Chl9Hb Nonprofit work and getting to change lives every day seems like a dream job until you read the fine print. Kimberly Thomas is hear to help us discover how to effectively work with a board of directors/leadership and how to activate engagement. Expect to hear:  What exactly should boards be doing for an organization? How to integrate new board members effectively ...

78  PART ONE: How do you Manage a Board?  Valuable Advice on Engaging an Effective Board

March 15, 2024 22:00 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MB

PART ONE:  Nonprofit work and getting to change lives every day seems like a dream job until you read the fine print. Kimberly Thomas is hear to help us discover how to effectively work with a board of directors/leadership and how to activate engagement. Expect to hear:  Variety of “types” of boards How your board changes as your organization grows Thoughts on Board Term Limits How to “evaluate” your board members: “Report Cards” Setting up expectations -- and more! Kimberly Thomas is ...

77. How do Horses Help Reveal our True Selves?:  Perspectives for Equine Facilitated Mental Health with Cheryl Eriksen

March 08, 2024 23:00 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MB

Cheryl Eriksen has a masters in social work and is an accomplished author, blogger and a life long learner of equine communication.  Cheryl has spent decades as an equine professional and extensively studied equine behavior and how it is influenced by what the human brings to the relationship. Through her work in the field of equine assisted psychotherapy and learning, Cheryl has seen and experienced firsthand the healing power of the horse-human relationship. In this episode expect to hear ...

76. What do our Mini Horses do? Miniature Horse Programming at HETRA

March 01, 2024 23:00 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MB

This week Cassidy Fredrickson is here to talk all things miniature horses. Our minis are busy at HETRA, from after school programs, mini camps, offsite visits and more!  Listen to hear about the logistics of our different programs and some important tips to consider when traveling and working with these important herd members.  Get the PDF download of the PERSONAL SPACE Curriculum here: https://notjustaponyride.ck.page/personalspace Follow us on social:  https://notjustaponyride.my.canva....

75. Why is Education so Important? Reflections on HETRA University Live

February 25, 2024 02:51 - 26 minutes - 35.9 MB

New Podcast Alert! We recently hosted HETRA University Live and the PATH International Region 7 Conference here in Gretna, NE! Listen in to hear key take aways and our thoughts on why education is so important for our industry professionals. Thank you to The BARN Therapeutic Riding Center and Rhythms of Grace for sharing their favorite things about conference with us on the episode! Follow us on social:  https://notjustaponyride.my.canva.site/linkinbio This episode is proudly sponsored b...

53.  Understanding Diagnoses: Cerebral Palsy in EAS with Kaiti Otte, OTD, OTR/L

February 10, 2024 15:30 - 31 minutes - 43.7 MB

Listen in to hear occupational therapist and CTRI, Kaiti Otte discuss the causes and symptoms of the 4 types of CP.  She also explains what adaptations we can make and what things we need to be looking out for to keep our participants with CP safe and comfortable while enjoying their equine partners.  Get the Common Diagnoses Webinar free by subscribing to our NEW Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/notjustaponyride

74. Understanding Diagnoses:  Down Syndrome with Kaiti Otte, OTD, OTR/L

February 10, 2024 15:25 - 33 minutes - 31 MB

Down Syndrome is the most commonly diagnosed chromosomal condition and it is one of the diagnoses we see most frequently in EAS. Listen in to hear occupational therapist and PATH Intl. CTRI, Dr. Kaiti Otte, discuss the symptoms and precautions that will apply to us in Equine Assisted Services, and highlights some teaching strategies that can help our participants with Down Syndrome be as successful as possible with their equine partners.  Other Episodes in the Series: Understanding Cerebra...

73. What if speaking is difficult for my participant?: Emerging Communicators in EAS 

February 03, 2024 01:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MB

How many of you have participants that aren’t using verbal language yet to communicate?  Whether someone has recently experienced a TBI or a child who isn’t using their words quite yet, there are lots of ways we can help these “emerging communicators”. Emily Harringon is a Speech-Language Pathologist that is currently working toward her PhD. She is researching this population of communicators and is going to share her wisdom with us in this episode!  Expect to hear:  How do we tell if my p...

72. PART TWO: What do Horses Really Want? How to Help Them Feel Safe with Lynn Acton

January 20, 2024 00:02 - 37 minutes - 51.5 MB

We’re back with PART TWO from author and accomplished horsewoman, Lynn Acton.  If you missed part one, go back and listen to that first!  In part one she introduced her concept of “protector leadership” and she starts her list of actions that we can do to help horses feel more safe. In this episode she will finish that list and talk to us more about about desensitization, which is a hot topic for us EAS folks-- including how we transition trust with qualified horse staff to our volunteers an...

71. What do Horses Really Want? How to Help Them Feel Safe PART ONE with Lynn Acton

January 13, 2024 02:09 - 33 minutes - 46.4 MB

PART ONE:  Lynn Acton is an accomplished horse woman and author.  While working with a foster pony, Lynn discovered that aligning with her horse’s' natural social order (cooperation) worked far better than the dominance model of interactions.  She then wrote a book and founded a method called “Protector Leadership”  with helping horses feel safe as the foundation.  In PART ONE you can expect to hear several things including 3 of Lynn’s 7 point checklist for helping horses feel safe. Stay tu...

70. What's next for EAS? 2023 at HETRA in Review with Edye Godden, CEO

January 05, 2024 18:51 - 31 minutes - 43.9 MB

HETRA CEO, Edye Godden reflects on how HETRA has grown and what year 34 was like for us at our center.  She talks about her philosophies as a CEO:  never settling, always being open to change, thoughts on valuable mentorship and learning from each other in the industry.  Expect to hear: Challenges HETRA has experienced and what challenges Edye foresees for EAS industry as a whole including horses, donations, grant funding and volunteer recruitment.  Thoughts on how HETRA has grown without...

69. What is Neurodiversity?  Creating a Space of Inclusion in EAS

December 29, 2023 19:27 - 29 minutes - 27.6 MB

Steph Pharr has a unique career as a neurodiversity consultant and psychological educator for the equine-assisted services field.  She is here to tell us why it is so important to educate ourselves about Neurodiversity and gives us some tips on creating an inclusive environment including focusing on strength based language.  We have an important discussion about “masking” and “stimming” and Steph provides her personal perspectives and experience with self-advocacy under the neurodivergent umb...

68.  How do I find a Grant Opportunity?: Get Creative!

December 15, 2023 17:46 - 28 minutes - 39.4 MB

 Where do I even start to find good grant opportunities?  How do I get creative with keywords and grants that might apply to EAS?  How do I know if it’s even a good grant for me?  What the heck is a 990?  Get all your questions answered in this advice packed episode from a true veteran of the grant writing world, Lucy Charvat, HETRA Grant Manager and PATH Intl. CTRI.  Resources from this episode:  Episode 37:  All Things Grants  Episode 38. How Can Community Foundations Strengthen Your Or...

67.  An Athletic Trainer Finds Therapeutic Riding:  Unique Perspectives

December 01, 2023 23:00 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MB

Christina Coxe shares how her life paths have intersected between athletic trainer, CTRI and program manager.  We share thoughts on tracts of education for therapeutic riding instructors including the importance of understanding the biomechanics of humans and horses alike.  Checkout this episode for an EXCITING announcement. Check out Equi-librium here: www.equi-librium.orgDetails on registration for HETRA University Live! here: https://www.classy.org/event/hetra-university-live/e544602 Th...

66. The Art of Creating Sustainable EAS Programming 

November 17, 2023 23:00 - 31 minutes - 43.7 MB

Wanting to start a new program? Wanting to figure out how to maintain sustainable programming? This episode is for you!  HETRA’s Program Manager, Shelby Schult, sits down with us to discuss the art of program sustainability. Expect to hear information on:  Cost of programming Community need Horse Workload & Horse Selection Diversifying your horse herd Business Techniques for Success Resources mentioned in this episode: Evaluation of the EAS Horse Preventing Equine Burnout  Potentia...

65.  What does ‘It’s not just a pony ride’ mean to you?:  Live from Charlotte, North Carolina

November 03, 2023 14:14 - 28 minutes - 39.1 MB

This episode is a very special one.  HETRA University was on the road to PATH Intl. International Conference in Charlotte, North Carolina October 26-28, 2023 and we met so many wonderful people.  During the conference we set up an impromptu live recording of the podcast and ended up with this gem of an episode.  You will hear some amazing perspectives on what does “It’s not just a pony ride” mean to you.  We had professionals from all walks of the EAS life chime in and boy was it inspiring. ...

64.  Transition Programs for Young Adults

October 20, 2023 19:00 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MB

Start your own transition program at your center! Transition Programs are for students with disabilities that need extra time after HS graduation to help develop valuable life skills that will prepare them for independence.  We hear from two experts in the field from Gretna Public Schools, Kendra Schneider, Assistant Director of Special Education and Dawna Daily with the Gretna Young Adult Program.  They share what makes a great program and what to include for success.  Then we hear from Dia...

63.  Creating Space for Connection: Healing Through Nature & Horses

October 06, 2023 15:00 - 36 minutes - 34 MB

The Common Ground Project is a unique organization in the Tom Miner Basin near the Yellowstone National Park in Montana that specializes in retreats, workshops and gatherings.  More than programs they offer a beautiful space to facilitate relationships and connections with other people, animals and nature.  Listen in to hear Daniel’s take on the “Theory of Change” and why coming together can be so healing.Check out The Common Ground Project here:  https://www.thecommongroundproject.us/

62. Ground Programming: Thinking Outside the Box!

September 22, 2023 15:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

What do you do if mounted lessons can’t happen? Whether we can’t ride due to weather or horse changes, how can we keep our participants engaged and progressing? Join Cassidy and Edye to hear TONS of examples on creative ways to continue learning even without riding.  Even some tips on how to get participants, families and instructors on board with alternative programming.  Lots of links and resources provided!  Mini Programming Webinar Educational Videos Exercise Video (General) Exercise...

61.  Board Management, Donor Relations and Fundraising Events with Joe Hunter, ED of Papillion Community Foundation

September 08, 2023 14:00 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MB

 Listen in to hear Joe Hunter, Executive Director of a local non-profit, give valuable advice on building a high quality board that understands your mission and is able to communicate it effectively for donor cultivation.  He also speaks on organizing unique fundraising events and getting your community involved to support your mission. Also hear tips on: Strategic planning, sponsors vs. donors, and communication with donors. Check out the Papillion Community Foundation here This episode ...

60.  Come to Peace with Your Pieces: Women’s Retreats

August 25, 2023 15:00 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MB

Haley Sevalstad, the founder of Rising Free Retreats, is here to talk with us about her specialty, women’s retreats.  Haley shares her personal journey of getting out of the corporate race and back to a more authentic version of herself.  Her experiences have led her to the work she is doing now, helping women find peace in Bozeman, MT.   Episode 38. on Equine Gestalt Coaching with founder, Melisa Pierce Check out Haley at https://www.risingfreeretreats.com/ Learn more about Touched by ...

59. HETRA University on the Road!: Oklahoma

August 11, 2023 15:00 - 14 minutes - 19.8 MB

HETRA University was presenting live on the road in Stillwater, Oklahoma at the PATH Region 8/ LSTEN Conference.  Listen in to hear Kaiti and Shelby discuss their presentations and other big themes in education that they saw while at conference.  Kaiti Otte shared Sensory and Behavior: Regulation in EAS and Shelby Schult presented Equine Strategic Planning.   Sensory Hand out at Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/notjustaponyride LSTEN: www.lsten.net PATH International:  www.pathintl.org ...

58. Understanding ADHD in Equine Assisted Services

July 28, 2023 16:54 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MB

Listen in to hear occupational therapist and CTRI, Kaiti Otte discuss the differences between ADHD and ADD including symptoms and difficulties that those with this diagnosis might experience.  She also explains what adaptations we can make in the arena in order to help our participants with ADHD be as successful as possible with their equine partners. Enjoy the “Learning Styles and Teaching Strategies” Webinar for free at  https://www.patreon.com/notjustaponyride

57.  The Science of Feeling Safe:  Polyvagal Theory and Equine Connection

June 30, 2023 18:56 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MB

Hear Dr. Rebecca Bailey discuss the organization she founded, Polyvagal Equine Institute, and how it is helping people heal and connect through partnership with horses. Horses rely on their nervous systems to make sense of the world around them. By interacting with horses, we can experience nervous systems at work instantly as well as see the impact of two nervous systems connecting. By watching, listening and learning from horses, we can, through mutual interaction, increase awareness of th...

56. Putting Your Best Foot Forward: Mindful Marketing with Erin Bevington, COO

June 16, 2023 17:49 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MB

 Listen in to hear how HETRA curates their brand including social media, presentations, images, website and more.  COO, Erin Bevington explains our detailed photo and social media policy and how HETRA ensures we are always putting our best foot forward when it comes to marketing. Get access to HETRA’s photo policies on our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/notjustaponyride

55. Paving the Competitive Road for Equestrians with Disabilities with Mandy Cleveland

June 03, 2023 01:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MB

For 20 years, Stable Strides Farm has been helping hundreds of adults and children. SSF was created to give riders with special needs a place to become competitive and effective horse people. Although competing is not a requirement, many of our riders enjoy going to horse shows with the hope of winning tangible awards.  Listen to hear Mandy Cleveland, Founder and Program Director at SSF share how they pair their work providing adaptive riding with competition and the benefits it brings!   ...

54. Valuable Resources for Nonprofits with Anne Hindery, NAM

May 19, 2023 16:32 - 30 minutes - 28.6 MB

Listen to hear Anne Hindery, CEO of the Nonprofit Association of the Midlands speak about resources for nonprofits.  She shares a WEALTH of information about what nonprofits should be working toward to stay current, thriving and sustainable.  Her organization, NAM is dedicated to just that, providing education, information, advocacy and collaboration where needed.  Truly their job is to make sure organizations like us have all the tools we need for success.  Link to NAM: https://www.nonpro...

53.  Understanding Cerebral Palsy in Equine Assisted Services

May 06, 2023 16:06 - 31 minutes - 43.7 MB

Listen in to hear occupational therapist and CTRI, Kaiti Otte discuss the causes and symptoms of the 4 types of CP.  She also explains what adaptations we can make and what things we need to be looking out for to keep our participants with CP safe and comfortable while enjoying their equine partners.  Get the Common Diagnoses Webinar free by subscribing to our NEW Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/notjustaponyride

52.  Preparing for the Canter with Shelby Schult, CTRI and Italia Rouse

April 22, 2023 00:03 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MB

 A much requested episode on preparing our participants for the canter!  This episode is packed with perspective from Shelby Schult, CTRI and HETRA Program Manager and Italia Rouse of Royal T Training, a professional horse trainer in the Omaha area.  Listen in to hear about HETRA’s cantering checklist and how we help both our horse and rider prepare for this big step in horsemanship!  Get the cantering checklist by subscribing to our NEW Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/notjustaponyride ...

51.  All About Speech Therapy with Terri Hutchison, M.A.,CCC-SLP

April 07, 2023 16:40 - 27 minutes - 25.7 MB

Terri Hutchison, M.A., CCC-SLP is here to tell us all about Speech Therapy utilizing hippotherapy as a treatment strategy!  She has a private practice in California and partners with the Shea Center for Therapeutic Riding to offer her services.  She explains the benefits, challenges and potential skill areas that she can target while mounted!  Check out our brand new PATREON!  https://www.patreon.com/notjustaponyride This episode is sponsored by Stable Moments, https://www.stablemoments.c...

50. History and Transformative Moments in the EAS Industry with Dr. Octavia Brown

March 24, 2023 17:27 - 38 minutes - 52.3 MB

Did you know that one of the first experiences of EAS was as a rehabilitation technique for Polio patients?  Dr. Octavia Brown shares the rich history of EAS including her early start in our grassroots industry as one of the founding members of NARHA, now known as PATH Intl.  Dr. Brown shares what she believes were pivotal moments in our industry’s history as well as challenges and places for future growth.   Check out our brand new PATREON!  https://www.patreon.com/notjustaponyride This e...

49. Horse Powered Reading with Dr. Michele Pickel

March 10, 2023 23:13 - 46 minutes - 43.4 MB

Join Dr. Michele Pickel, creator of the impactful program, Horse Powered Reading®. She give us insight to the program including how it works, why it’s so successful and how you can get involved! Horse Powered Reading® integrates social-emotional learning with academics; thus allowing students see and experience reading with their entire mind, body and emotions by creating metaphors for the skills involved in reading. Students interact with horses from the ground, while using toys and props ...

48. Live! From PATH Intl. Region 7 Conference

February 25, 2023 02:50 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MB

The podcast is Live from PATH International Region 7 Conference in Sherrard, Illinois!  We had so much fun learning, growing and networking last weekend. Listen in to hear what is new in education for the EAS industry and why conferences are such a great opportunity.  A packed episode with Kelly Kreiter Penning, the executive director at New Kingdom Trailriders, Dionne Newton, Chair of the PATH Intl. Membership Outreach Committee and two award winners that are near and dear to us, Shelby Sc...

47. Co-Facilitation: Mounted Mental Health

February 10, 2023 23:57 - 36 minutes - 34.2 MB

Equine-Assisted Mental Health doesn’t have to be just ground sessions!  HETRA utilizes an unique co-facilitation model where our mental health providers, in partnership with a CTRI, utilize mounted sessions to maximize our participants'’ benefits. Listen in to hear Cassidy Fredrickson, CTRI and Kelly Baulisch, LMHP, discuss how they facilitate these sessions including some awesome activities they like to do with their classes to target confidence, problem solving and social interaction. This ...

46. PART TWO: Communication and Autism with Dr. Darren Olsen PhD

January 27, 2023 17:46 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MB

PART TWO:  If you haven’t tuned into the first part of this episode, go back and find episode 45 first.  If you’re back for part two you know just how good this episode is going to be. In this episode Dr. Olsen digs deeper into how to motivate our clients and how to manage and more importantly PREVENT meltdowns from happening. We know that those on the Autism Spectrum experience communication differently.  Dr. Darren Olsen, a clinical psychologist, is here to break down ways to improve that...

45. PART ONE: Communication and Autism with Dr. Darren Olson, PhD

January 20, 2023 20:12 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MB

PART ONE:  We know that those on the Autism Spectrum experience communication differently.  Dr. Darren Olson, a clinical psychologist, is here to break down ways to improve that communication.  Listen in to hear tips on: giving directions, using visuals, simplifying speech, how to handle meltdowns, how to use motivators and much more! Go check out the Not Just a Pony Ride Facebook group for supplemental visuals to help with this episode! Submit topic suggestions and questions here:  https:...

44. Budgeting for Success with Edye Godden, CEO and Erin Bevington, COO

January 06, 2023 16:04 - 41 minutes - 57.3 MB

A good budget really is a roadmap for success.  Edye and Erin have been working together for the last 20+ years to perfect the process of budgeting for the HETRA organization.  Listen in to hear about all of the factors that go into budgeting including cost per session and much much more. Get more information about HETRA mentoring here:  www.HETRAUniversity.org Submit topic suggestions and questions here:  https://www.tfaforms.com/4952203

43. Get a Degree in Therapeutic Horsemanship with Melissa Abbey of St. Andrews University

December 23, 2022 22:38 - 39 minutes - 36.8 MB

​​​Did you know you can get a degree in Therapeutic Horsemanship?  You can at St. Andrews University in North Carolina.  In this episode, Melisa Abbey, Director of the Therapeutic Horsemanship Program, discusses the traditional, 4 year, Liberal Arts degree that you can earn to learn how to be a therapeutic riding instructor.  The curriculum includes everything from disability education, ethics, standards and teaching techniques.  This degree gives students everything they need to pass the P...

42. Meet EAGALA!

December 12, 2022 15:49 - 58 minutes - 54.5 MB

Meet EAGALA, Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association!  In this episode, Amy Blossom, CEO of EAGALA and Brenda Hunter, Member Support Director talk about who EAGALA is and how their method of Equine Assisted Psychotherapy is so impactful.  Learn what this organization has to offer professionals and how to get certified! www.eagala.org

41. Resistance to the Horse with Kelly B., LMHP and Kaiti, OT

November 26, 2022 00:30 - 38 minutes - 35.8 MB

We have all had a participant that we think would benefit tremendously from equine-assisted services, but isn’t quite sure about interactions with a 1,200 lb live animal.  Together, Kaiti Otte an occupational therapist and Kelly Baulisch, a mental health practitioner, will discuss what potential triggers might be, how to work through them and how the process of working through change can be very beneficial and impactful for our participants. Get the full length webinar here for a discounted...

40. Setting Weight Limits for HETRA Horses with Shelby Schult, Equine Operations Manager

November 11, 2022 20:04 - 40 minutes - 37.9 MB

Setting Weight Limits and Evaluating Back Soreness Shelby Schult is the Equine Operations Manager at HETRA and with an education in Equine Studies and a long history of horse experience, she is here to explain weight limits for horses.  Setting weight limits is a hot topic that can be very complicated, especially in the EAS realm.  In this episode you will learn how HETRA sets weight limits and why we feel it is so important.  Shelby covers some pivotal things to keep in mind, some tips, an...

39. Vocational Training for Veterans: Lowering the Barrier into the Ranching Industry with Bear Hug Cattle Company

October 28, 2022 18:47 - 53 minutes - 50 MB

Ben Minden is the Founder of Bear Hug Cattle Company, based out of Manhattan, Montana.  He came on the show to explain his amazing program to us and give us some tips on working in vocational programs with veterans.  He speaks to how the horses help his participants and how he sees his guys grow from start to finish of the immersive and intensive 10-week program.  His organization is a 501c3 non-profit that provides vocational training to veterans pursuing a career in the ranching industry. ...

Episode 38: How can Community Foundations strengthen your organization? with John Levy

October 14, 2022 14:00 - 31 minutes - 42.7 MB

What can community foundations do for you? How do you get involved with a good foundation?  What are the ‘need to knows’ when it comes to requesting funding?  John Levy, President of the William and Scott Ruth Foundation is here to answer all of our questions! He gives some valuable advice from his experience as a foundation president and as a previous non-profit CEO. Listen now to hear how a good partnership with a Community Foundation can strengthen your organization. Find out more about ...

37. All Things Grants with Lucy Charvat, HETRA Grant Manager

September 23, 2022 22:36 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MB

Lucy Charvat, HETRA Grant Manager is here to help make the grant process less mysterious! Listen now to hear more on:  Finding Grants Applying for Grants The Art of Story Telling Grant Reporting and much more!

36. Helping to Heal with Equine Gestalt Coaching: Melisa Pierce of Touched by a Horse

September 02, 2022 22:01 - 41 minutes - 38.7 MB

What the heck is Gestalt? Melisa Pearce, creator of the Equine Gestalt Coaching Method and founder of Touched By a Horse is here to explain it!  This form of mental health practice is completely different than anything we’ve talked about on the show before.  Melisa’s method truly uses horses as a coach to help clients become aware of their experiences and release emotional and physical energy of past wounds.  It is not a form of “talk-therapy”, and it is not a series of “activities”. Equine ...

35. Networking, You Can Do It! with Kalynn Sortino, Development Manager

August 05, 2022 15:30 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MB

Networking for your business can be a little bit scary... Kalynn is here to take all your stress away! Networking allows you to spread the word about your mission in efforts to help educate the community and cultivate volunteers, participants and donors.  She gives us some awesome tips and tricks for successful networking within your communities and why we should all be planning and budgeting for this specific strategy! This episode is sponsored in part by Equi-Force. Find out more at www. ...

34. The Horses & Humans Research Foundation with Dr. Pebbles Turbeville

July 22, 2022 18:28 - 33 minutes - 31.3 MB

Did you know there is a foundation dedicated strictly to research within the Equine Assisted Services community?  Well now you do! Meet the HHRF and learn what they can do for you including grant funding, networking, free education and so much more. Pebbles tells us about what research is trending, what is being funded, the process of applying and reviewing HHRF grant applications as well as networking, education and their annual conference information. www.horsesandhumans.org Free Webinar...

Q&A: What are some good activities for an EAL Parkinson’s Disease group? with Kelly Baulisch

July 15, 2022 18:10 - 8 minutes - 7.98 MB

Q&A:  What are some good activities for an EAL Parkinson’s Disease group? with Kelly Baulisch On this short episode, we answer a question from our audience! We recently had a question that read:  “Looking for ideas for unmounted activities for a Parkinson's group (8-10 participants), several will be in wheelchairs.  We have an accessible grooming ramp but looking for activities in addition to grooming.  Activities can address:  Life skills; socialization, safety and having choices.  Vocatio...

33. Helping Children with Complex Trauma Needs with Rebecca Britt of Stable Moments

July 01, 2022 14:59 - 57 minutes - 53.2 MB

Episode 33:  Helping Children with Complex Trauma Needs with Rebecca Britt of Stable Moments This episode features Rebecca Britt, creator of Stable Moments, a unique Equine-Assisted Mentorship program for children in foster care and those with complex developmental trauma.  Developmental Trauma is trauma that happens in the first core years of development of a child’s life that can yield a variety of difficulties as those kids grow and develop including social-emotional, cognitive and behav...

32. Chiropractic Care for the Therapy Horse with Dr. Cass Thielen

June 17, 2022 15:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MB

Have you ever wondered how chiropractic care benefits horses? What all does it entail?  How do they do it? Dr. Cass Thielen is here to answer all your questions!  90% of the brain’s input comes from movement.  When movement is strained in some way it creates pain and tension throughout the body.  Restoring a horse’s natural movement through chiropractic care essentially helps the body heal itself! Listen now to learn more about why it’s so important to keep the biomechanics of our therapy ho...