Surmounters
of Texas, Inc.
A 501(c)3 Texas
Non-Profit Corporation
Equine Therapy
Horse Supported
Counseling, Learning, and Growth.
( aka, EAP, EAC, EAT,
HAT, EFP )
The Gypsy Horses of A Wizards
Spell Ranch in Burleson, Texas
have an exceptionally astute, sensitive, calm, smart, and loving
nature.
Because of this they provide immediate feedback.
If you are a member of our military suffering from PTSD, TBI, MST,
stress/anxiety, family issues,
stressed, unhappy, angry, feeling grief or lack of
self-esteem,
having personal or family issues, or work life issues,
the horses will provide you an opportunity
to develop insight into your particular challenge and take control of it.
Due to their ability to act a a biofeedback machine, you cannot
fool a horse.
Join other veterans, spouses, and their families
along with an Equine Specialist, Counselor, or peer-to-peer support
group and of course,
the Gypsy Horses to see if there can be a difference in your life.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How is this different from the equine
therapy riding stables I have seen ?
This program does not provide "physical therapy", it provides for the
emotional and mental health portions of life using your reactions with
horses strictly on the ground. There is NO riding involved in this
program.
2. This sounds weird. I don't
get how a horse can help me.
Because horses have always been a prey
animal (sometimes because horses are big people assume the horse is the
"chaser", but the horse is the one who runs away) they have a built in
extra sensitive nature to changes in human beings. The use of
therapy animals is definitely not something new. Dogs, cats, and even
elephants have been used for eons.
3. I don't know how to ride.
I am afraid of horses. Is this safe ?
There is no riding involved
in this program. You do not even have to touch the horse if you don't
feel comfortable. There is no pressure to do so. A horse will react to
you whether you touch it or not. Of course we believe that your
fear will disappear and be replaced by different feelings, but again,
that is up to you to decide when or if you interact with the horse by
touching at all.
4. I have a Licensed
Counselor I am using. How does this work ?
I do NOT have a Counselor I am using but would like to find out more
about this program.
If
you have someone you are currently in Counseling with, invite them to
contact us here and see how we might set up a program for you to work
with them with the horses at the ranch. If you do not have someone
you are working with but think you could possibly benefit from what is
available, we have an in-house Licensed Counselor who completely
understands the benefits of Horse Supported Counseling and who can
provide an initial consultation. Debra's info is available through
the link on the left. Or email or call for more info.
5. I have some
things that are not quite right in my life but not sure if I actually
need "therapy / counseling ". How can I find out more about
whether I am a candidate for this program ?
Most people have something in
their life from time to time that isn't quite the way they want it.
Or they are stuck on something. Our program here gives you an
opportunity to see how you might address those things concerning you.
You can come out for a session demonstration and you can meet with our
in house counselor if you like and see what you decide.
6. I would like to have members of my corporate staff come out to
be better team members. Would this work for us ?
Team building is one of our
strongest areas of success. Whether it be corporate or marriage or
family issues, all of these can receive feedback from the horses.
7. Will my insurance pay
for this ?
Some insurance companies do
provide mental health coverage. Our Counselor would provide you an
invoice and you would submit it to your insurance provider depending on
your coverage.
8. What are the
costs of these sessions ?
We have both group rates and individual rates. We don't feel that
the typical "one hour session" works best with our program. We try
to provide a two hour block of time with some flex in between if needed.
A two hour session for one individual would include time with your
Counselor before interacting with the horses and again after.
Group rates are available depending on the number of people ( typically
4 - 6 ) and the amount of time or project we are working on for you.
A group rate can be from $100 - $125 -$150 per person. Or again, a
package rate can be created.
Other programs will happily be created to fit your needs. Just
contact us so we can make suggestions.
