Let The Horse Do The Talking
Join the journey of the herd and learn the language of horses and how it applies to equine assisted therapies in counseling and educational programs.
Our program is for facilitators and equine professionals that want to use the power of horses to ignite transformation in a person's life. Our program is unique as we look at a 360 degree approach to this practice. Our videos will study the horse herd, the role of the mental health professional, the role of the equine professional as well as creative ways to apply this method.
Our HALT program stands out and is built on honoring the horse as we will discuss how to choose a HALT horse and how to keep him happy in his job. Learn how rescue horses and horses with chronic conditions can still contribute in improving the world. The horse is always talking...but are we listening?
H.A.L.T.
The HALT method stands for horse assisted learning and transformation. This ground based model of therapy allows the horse to interact with clients and situations in a natural, holistic approach. The horse uses his instincts to reflect back to the facilitators and clients what the person is truly experiencing.
The HALT method is part of the Herdmanship University that was founded by Meg Vanderbilt. Meg is the founder and executive director of Bit of Hope Ranch and has studied horse behavior and management for over 3 decades. These lessons were developed after applying the HALT method in sessions for the last 15 years. Now you can also use these same lessons to impact those people in your "arena".
Tired of Talking?
Horses use non verbal body language to communicate what they are experiencing. Learn to speak horse by implementing the HALT method. This method works to increase relationship skills, confidence, self esteem and emotional regulation.
Feeling Stuck
Tired of clients feeling stuck in sessions? See what open gates the horses can offer them.
Learn how to identify blocks and beliefs that keep us from moving forward by observing what the horse is doing.
Need Solutions?
This solution focused model gives clients choices and the horses reflect the transformation process in real time. This model improves problem solving skills and helps clients formulate goals to create change.
Example Curriculum
We know that your time is precious so we have created an easy to learn format. Most lessons average 5 minutes in length so you can get the key ingredients and rewatch the lessons that you need. The longer sessions will take you deeper into the material so you can see how it works...in real time.
Build A Strong Team
Our HALT method is beneficial for the mental health professional as well as the equine professional. Both roles are required for a HALT session. Learn and become certified with your team today!
We expect the team to initially have the basics of counseling and horse handling skills. Our HALT method will show you how to take it deeper. We also will offer another course in the Herdmanship University on horse training and handling for improved safety.
