Serene Strides

Does just the sight of Thanksgiving and Christmas decorations raise your stress level?

Are you unsure how you will cope with the additional responsibilities that holidays add to your plate? Join us for this 3 part series to learn coping skills to manage the additional stress and actually enjoy this holiday season.

Through activities with the horses you will practice skills to manage the thoughts and behaviors contributing to your anxiety. Come experience the mindful, grounded nature of horses and learn their secrets to enjoy the holiday season.

Session one – Explore how intrusive thoughts, our inner critic, perfectionism, the need to please, comparisons and self doubt can ruin the holidays.
Session two – Setting goals and learning skills to set boundaries and say no.
Session Three – Prioritzing self care and practicing regulation techniques.

Option A: 11/8, 11/15, 11/22 Friday mornings from 10 – 11:30 am

Option B: 12/6, 12/13, 12/20 Friday mornings from 10 – 11:30 am

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Program Application

Barn & Property Rules

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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.