Do you have an interest in experiential therapy?

First responders are routinely exposed to traumatic critical incidents, placing them at higher risk for developing stress-related psychopathology and associated health problems than the general population. Best practice therapeutic interventions are needed to improve resilience, stress management and aimed to help protect the health of this high-risk population. We believe that horses are the perfect partners to assist teaching responders about nervous system activation, as they are prey animals. Similarly, both must possess a level of hypervigilance required to keep themselves safe and yet also learn how to stay present and engaged when the risk is low. This program will teach you about important elements of responder culture, how to enhance resilience with responder clients and how to incorporate Polyvagal Equine therapy exercises and experiential and process group discussions that are appropriate in the work you do together.

Tiffany Atalla enjoys training and riding horses and in fact is an EAGALA Certified and Insured Equine Assisted Psychotherapist. She offers treatment at Healing T Ranch to include: Empowerment Groups, Eating Disorder, Substance Abuse Recovery, Teen Connect Group and Trauma Treatment while utilizing horses as part of therapy. She also offers equine sessions for individuals, families and corporate leadership trainings. Please feel free to inquire about the programs!

“Equine Assisted Psychotherapy allows the client to process and heal deep rooted issues through Experiential and Gestalt therapy methodologies. With this form of mental health/addiction treatment the horse is an active part of the client’s treatment team! Horses are known for heightened sensitivity and can mirror human non-verbal communication and intention.”

First Responder Care Certification

First Responder Care Certification is a 2 day intensive PVEI approved First Responder Treatment certification for professionals that treat/work with Public Safety and Emergency Medical Service Professionals. Our licensed mental health professionals and equine professionals will guide you and your treatment team through various healing practices with our equine partners. Learn about Polyvagal Theory and application to help clients heal from the damaging effects of untreated trauma, chronic cumulative stress, burnout, compassion fatigue, conflict, relational issues and substance misuse.