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25.01.2022 WHEN WE DONT CALL IT THERAPY Earlier this year the carer of a 14 year old male, Joel, contacted me about therapy sessions for him. He said We cant call it therapy or he wont come. Joels experiences of therapy and counselling had not been happy ones for him. I made the sessions with the horses less like "therapy" (while still being therapeutic) in the following ways: -When Joel arrived for his first session we agreed that he had come to spend time with the horses..., to learn about them and to have some fun with them. -Instead of asking Joel directly how he was feeling I would do so indirectly by talking about the horse he was working with. For example: You must be feeling pretty calm today because the horse is calm and if you werent she would pick up on it. -During the sessions we noticed how the horse was feeling, recognizing their body language and signals as to whether or not they were feeling safe and comfortable. -I emphasised that Joel should tell me if he was getting tired or had had enough, that its important for safety that we recognize and respect the energy of everyone in the yard. In this way I was encouraging him to be aware of his internal state and to take responsibility for it, which is a big part of learning emotional regulation. The aim with the Therapy work is that the skills and awareness learned in the horse yard will flow on to relationships with other people and situations in the persons life. I think that a reluctance to attend therapy is quite common among teenage males. They might say I dont need therapy. Theres nothing wrong with me. Its important for them that they appear normal to their peer group. Black Horse Therapies offers an enjoyable experience for young people where they can relax, develop and learn new skills without feeling that theyre in therapy.

23.01.2022 WHEN WE DON’T CALL IT THERAPY Earlier this year the carer of a 14 year old male, Joel, contacted me about therapy sessions for him. He said We can’t call it therapy or he won’t come. Joel's experiences of therapy and counselling had not been happy ones for him. I made the sessions with the horses less like "therapy" (while still being therapeutic) in the following ways: -When Joel arrived for his first session we agreed that he had come to spend time with the horses..., to learn about them and to have some fun with them. -Instead of asking Joel directly how he was feeling I would do so indirectly by talking about the horse he was working with. For example: You must be feeling pretty calm today because the horse is calm and if you weren’t she would pick up on it. -During the sessions we noticed how the horse was feeling, recognizing their body language and signals as to whether or not they were feeling safe and comfortable. -I emphasised that Joel should tell me if he was getting tired or had had enough, that it’s important for safety that we recognize and respect the energy of everyone in the yard. In this way I was encouraging him to be aware of his internal state and to take responsibility for it, which is a big part of learning emotional regulation. The aim with the Therapy work is that the skills and awareness learned in the horse yard will flow on to relationships with other people and situations in the person’s life. I think that a reluctance to attend therapy is quite common among teenage males. They might say I don’t need therapy. There’s nothing wrong with me. It’s important for them that they appear normal to their peer group. Black Horse Therapies offers an enjoyable experience for young people where they can relax, develop and learn new skills without feeling that they’re in therapy.

20.01.2022 This is Pip wearing red socks for FASD AWARENESS DAY on 9th Sept. FASD (Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder) is caused when an unborn child is exposed to alcohol in utero. NOFASD is the Australian national organisation which supports people affected by FASD and raises awareness of it in the community. You can learn more from their website: nofasd.org.au At Black Horse Therapies we offer therapeutic support to people with a FASD diagnosis and their families, carers,etc.

19.01.2022 HELPNG WITH ANXIETY, STRESS & DEPRESSION NDIS Registered ESSENTIAL SERVICES Social distancing & infection control regulations followed PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE IF NEEDED... EQUINE ASSISTED & NARRATIVE THERAPY We offer sessions to adults & children which are safe, person-centred and enjoyable. Our approach particularly suits those who are not comfortable with an office-based, talking style of therapy. Elizabeth is a qualified psychotherapist (Grad. Dip. Counselling & Psychotherapy) and an experienced horse woman trained in Natural Horsemanship. ACUPUNCTURE & CHINESE MEDICINE Elizabeth has practiced acupuncture for 30 years and is experienced in treating people with emotional and psychological issues. Private Health Insurance rebates available. Web: blackhorsetherapies.ntpages.com.au Phone: 0403753221 Email: [email protected]

17.01.2022 Equine Assisted Therapy involves interacting with horses and reflecting on these experiences together with a therapist. Through these activities clients learn to be aware of their emotions and to regulate them. They do this by focusing on the horse, practising self-awareness and regulating their breathing.

16.01.2022 I know the dog is not Maremma but brought a smile here.

16.01.2022 END 0F SCHOOL YEAR STRESS? Black Horse Therapies is offering its services to school students and teachers in the Central Victorian area. The therapy work assists with anxiety and stress- VCE students can benefit, as well as their teachers (and parents!)

15.01.2022 Thank you to Digital Journey Photography for the wonderful photos of the horses. You have a very talented eye.

14.01.2022 During activities with horses clients experience a sense of safety and connection in a situation which they might initially have found challenging. They practise finding a place of calm through focusing on the horse and through regulating their breathing.

14.01.2022 THE POWER OF GENTLENESS: EQUINE ASSISTED THERAPY ON A RAINY DAY Recently a 14 year old young woman called Emma attended for a session on a rainy and windy day. Emma has a history of strong anxiety. This was her second visit. During the first session she showed a calm and gentle way with the horse she was working with which calmed him like magic! I had never seen Sammy, our Clydie-cross, so relaxed with anyone. Emmas mother commented afterwards that they seemed almost to be ...hypnotized! We have a large area at the back of a big shed for wet or windy days. During her second session I introduced Emma to Pip, our 2-year-old miniature horse. Pip was quite nervous with the sound of the rain on the tin roof of the shed. I asked Emma if she could help Pip settle down. We found that Pip was feeling too restless to enjoy being brushed (which she usually loves) and that she was better being led around. Pip is a young horse and in some ways similar to a young child. Emma has younger siblings and she understood this about Pip (without being told). I set out hoops for Pip to walk through and logs for her to walk over. I increased the height of the logs after each successful attempt. Emma worked with Pip with enormous patience and got her to do everything she was asked. Pip engaged with her and followed her around, and gradually her nervousness subsided. By the end of the session she was calm and relaxed. Emmas manner remained gentle and firm when Pip was having trouble concentrating. Not once did she use force to get Pip to do what she was asked. She said that her own anxiety level had remained low throughout the session. This was very moving for her Mum and me to witness. Emma had shown the strength of gentleness. (I think this is an important lesson when we live in a society where gentleness is generally associated with weakness and strength with force.) Well done Emma!

13.01.2022 OPENING & BLESSING OF THERAPY SHED On Sept 1st the Opening & Blessing of our therapy shed took place. Over 30 people attended and watched demonstrations of what happens in therapy sessions with the horses. It was a beautiful day with the rain holding off until we got inside the shed (for afternoon tea). Thank you to Rev Ian Howarth from St Pauls Kyneton for the very thoughtful blessing. Thank you also to the wedge-tailed eagle for appearing during the paying of respects to the Taungurung people, the first people of this land. The photos tell the story.

13.01.2022 CALLAMS STORY: EQUINE ASSISTED THERAPY, NARRATIVE THERAPY & FASD Callams background Callam was a 13 year old male with a diagnosis of FASD and a history of childhood trauma, who had been in out of home care since the age of 5 & had been in 8 placements since. He was attending school part-time. He was brought for therapy by his carer Tanya, as he was experiencing sudden onset explosive aggression, ...Continue reading

10.01.2022 Young children can benefit from Equine Assisted Therapy. It can help with concentration and focus, empathy, confidence and assertion without aggression.

09.01.2022 GREAT NEWS FOR BLACK HORSE THERAPIES: WE ARE NOW NDIS REGISTERED! This means that people with long-term mental health issues and physical disabilities can now receive NDIS funding for Equine Assisted Therapy with us.

02.01.2022 A REVIEW FROM A 14-YEAR OLD PARTICIPANT "Going to Black Horse therapies has been an interesting experience for me. Working with the horses is fun and calming. I have very much enjoyed seeing them and have also learnt a lot. I think animals can be easier to connect with than people. Through this experience I have both gained confidence and also learnt about people, not just the animals." ANOTHER REVIEW FROM A HAPPY PARENT "Black Horse Therapies has been fantastic for our 4 yea...r old son. Not only have aspects of his behaviour changed but it has given him something to look forward to. The horses are so calm and beautiful as are the surroundings. And Elizabeth is wonderful-observing her interactions with our son has also helped me in my relationship with him. I recommend Black Horse Therapies unreservedly." Coran (Coran is happy to speak to people in person about his experience with us) See more