Many Pacific Northwest children who have experienced extended trauma find solace in equine-facilitated (or horse) therapy at Raven Rock Ranch in Redmond, Washington. These troubled kids and teens make significant gains by learning to bond with and care for horses. But while the benefits of equine therapy are well-researched and documented, explaining WHY horse therapy works was no easy trick. The video not only explains the neurology behind the therapy but also puts viewers in the shoes of a troubled teen who learns to find trust and empathy in the company of horses.
Raven Rock Ranch / Why Does Horse Therapy Work?