Individual & Family Therapy Sessions
A Personal Journey with Animal Partners
Our individual and family therapy sessions offer a unique therapeutic experience where children and families work one-on-one with our licensed therapist alongside our gentle farm animals. In the peaceful setting of our Lewis County, Washington farm, families can explore challenges, build connections, and develop new skills at their own pace.
What to Expect
Individual Sessions: Your child works directly with our therapist and carefully selected animals in a quiet, supportive environment. The natural curiosity and non-judgmental presence of our horses, donkeys, mini horses, and goats often help children open up and engage in ways that traditional office settings may not.
Family Sessions: Parents and children participate together, using interactions with our animals to strengthen family bonds, improve communication, and practice new ways of connecting. These sessions provide a safe space for families to work through challenges while building positive experiences together.
Session Format
Duration: Typically 50-minute sessions
Setting: Conducted in our heated barn and outdoor spaces
Animals: Sessions may include interaction with horses, donkeys, mini horses, or goats based on therapeutic goals and your child's comfort level.
Approach: Combines traditional therapeutic techniques with the natural healing presence of animals.
Who Benefits
Individual and family animal-assisted therapy can benefit children and families dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral challenges, family transitions, communication difficulties, and those seeking to build stronger emotional regulation and social skills.
Getting Started
Each family begins with an initial consultation to discuss your specific needs and goals. We'll introduce you to our farm environment and animals, ensuring everyone feels comfortable and ready to begin their therapeutic journey.
All sessions are conducted by our licensed therapist and follow established clinical guidelines for animal-assisted therapy.