The Happy Medium Approach with Horses
The Happy Medium Approach with Horses
Crafting Adaptive Pathways for Personal Growth and Relational Harmony
A Journey of Meaningful Discovery with Horses
Grounded in Respect, Relationship, and Emotional Growth
Our Compassionate Mission
We support individuals in developing emotional awareness, flexibility, and connection—through experiences grounded in mutual respect and shared presence with horses. Our work is based on Natural Lifemanship principles, where healthy relationships take priority over task completion, and co-regulation lays the foundation for learning and growth.
Relational Learning with Horses
Seeking Connection
In a calm, relational space, individuals learn what it means to connect with another living being—without pressure or expectation. Interacting with horses supports people in recognizing boundaries, developing trust, and building relationships based on mutual respect.
Discovering Through Experience
When individuals engage with horses in a way that honors both partners, they experience the joy of learning through relationship. These interactions foster curiosity, reflection, and agency.
Evaluating and Growing Together
Through observation, movement, and interaction, individuals begin to recognize their internal states and practice emotional regulation. Together with a horse—who responds in the moment—they learn to pause, adjust, and engage with greater awareness.
Honoring Each Individual’s Unique Path
Our approach centers on emotional safety, flexibility, and presence. We support each person in exploring their internal world at a pace that respects both their needs and the relational nature of working with horses.
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Tailored Experiences
We collaborate with individuals and families to understand each person’s strengths, challenges, and emotional landscape. Experiences are shaped around these insights, not predetermined tasks or expectations. -
Relational Guidance
Interactions with horses provide opportunities to notice patterns in oneself and others. Through guided reflection, individuals develop the skills to co-regulate, respond intentionally, and build authentic relationships. -
Ongoing, Adaptive Support
Growth is not linear, and neither is our work. We continuously adapt based on the evolving needs of the individual and the ongoing consent and responsiveness of the horse. This dynamic process creates space for sustainable emotional development and increased self-awareness.
Start the Journey
Step Into a Relational Process
This is not just an activity—it’s an ongoing experience of learning how to be with oneself and others in meaningful, connected ways. Through consistent support and intentional relationships, individuals can begin to explore the building blocks of emotional regulation, flexibility, and trust.
Explore, Reflect, Grow
Every session offers a space for thoughtful exploration, guided by both the individual’s readiness and the relationship with the horse. With the Happy Medium Approach and trauma-informed equine work, each person is invited to grow—not by doing more, but by connecting more deeply with themselves and others.
Coaching and Barn Cost
Coaching
$200
Barn
$20
Access to effective resources is a huge value for our team! Our resources should be accessible to everyone, and we do offer a sliding scale. If you feel comfortable with our resources at a lower rate, let's talk about it, and try to come up with a number that works for everyone.