Psychologists, Psychiatrists, Social Workers Substance Abuse Counselors, Licensed Counselors

1. Overview of Experiential Therapies and Equine Assisted Therapy
2. Introduction of the EAGALA model (Equine Assisted Growth & Learning)
3. The power of metaphor – why we use horses
4. Practical Applications of the EGALA model
5. The use of the EAGALA model working with clients in treatment for substance use disorders.
6. Short Question and Answer Time

1. Demonstrate the theoretical and practical application of experiential techniques, including equine therapy.
2. Summarize how they could use experiential techniques as an adjunct to traditional talk therapy.
3. Create new skills for treating substance use disorders.
4. Identify clients for whom this treatment option would be appropriate.
5. Practice Equine Assisted Psychotherapy themselves in order to fully appreciate its potential

This event will begin at this location:

The Black Horse Tavern

1 W Main Street

Mendham, NJ 07945

And then will move to this location in the afternoon:

Covered Cottage Barn

205 Longview Road

Far Hills, NJ 07931