An equine facilitated group for women overcoming depression.
For women of any age. Group is limited to 6 women.
Fridays 10:00 a.m. 12:00 noon
May 7 June 18, 2010 (7 sessions)
Working with horses you will:
Create a safe, supportive environment
with others who understand
Practice self-care
Identify the symptoms of depression
Understand the many causes of depression
Practice assertiveness and how to ask clearly
for what you want
Identify what makes you feel better | Refine your understanding of non-verbal communication
Practice setting realistic goals
Strengthen your coping skills
Recognize the impact of negative thinking
Practice taking safe risks and stepping outside your
comfort zone
Have fun outdoors with friendly, well-trained horses |
Group fee: $695
$200 nonrefundable deposit is required to reserve a spot.
Full payment is due two weeks before the first group meeting.
The group fee of $695 includes:
In office 50 minute intake interview with Martha McNiel, LMFT
7 two-hour equine facilitated psychotherapy group sessions
Horse/stable fees and insurance
Stable Women will be led by Martha McNiel, Director of DreamPower Horsemanship. Martha is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (CA license MFC34795), NARHA Registered Therapeutic Riding Instructor and a Certified Equine Interaction Professional in Mental Health.
No prior horse experience is necessary. Most of the group work with horses will be unmounted. When riding horseback an ASTM approved equestrian helmet is required and will be provided by DreamPower.
Location: DreamPower Horsemanship, 11590 New Avenue, Gilroy, CA
