Hanging With the Herd

The horses are calling, come hang out!

This free, one hour session generally occurs from 12 – 1 pm on the first Wednesday of the month and is offered to adults. It is a time to relax, meet our horses and hear their rescue stories, groom and just chill with your peers. We are open to holding these sessions at other times, if you can arrange a group of five to eight participants.

Practice Mindfulness, grounding or forest bathing
Meet the Herd
Groom and take pictures

This program is for adults unless otherwise advertised.

Registration Forms & Rules

Program Application

Barn & Property Rules

Downloadable Files

Participant Application

Waiver and Liability Release Form

Medical Treatment Release

Photo Release

Barn Rules

Property Rules

Mending Hearts,
One Stride at a Time

Mending Strides Ranch is the premier equine-assisted psychotherapy establishment in the Charlotte Metro area, committed to creating a sanctuary for individuals facing the impacts of trauma, abuse, and emotional obstacles. Our approach involves guided experiences with equine-assisted therapies that are specifically tailored to enhance mental well-being, build confidence, and find more joy in life.

Our Programs

6 Benefits of Equine-Assistance Therapy

Improved Confidence

Successfully navigating the tasks involved with Equine-Assisted Therapy helps instill a sense of resilience and achievement among participants, which boosts their confidence.

Better Communication Skills

Working with horses encourages non-verbal communication, such as body language and subtle emotional cues, that improves communication skills with others.

Trust

Participants learn to build a bond with the horses based on trust and mutual respect, which carries over to other areas of their life.

Connection

Building a relationship with a horse requires trust, patience, and mutual respect. Through these interactions, individuals can develop skills for building and maintaining healthy connections with others in their life.

Growth

Through regular interactions with horses and the therapeutic process, individuals may gain insights into their strengths, values, and personal identity to help them grow as a person.

Self-Acceptance

Interacting with horses in a therapeutic setting creates a safe and supportive environment where individuals can feel accepted and valued for who they are.