HEALING with HORSES for CHILDREN - Equine - Assisted Learning
* SPECIALIZING in CHILDREN with Complex Learning Needs
LD, Anxiety, Autism, ADD/ADHD, SPD
Offering* Developing Emotional Awareness / Self-Regulation
The ESSENCE of the HORSE's GIFT to us
**How to be together SIMPLY and PEACEFULLY with "WHAT IS "
REFLECTION: There is no finer MIRROR of our true nature than the HORSE.
" If you look into my eyes, you will see yourself ...Look into my eyes and you will know if your universe is bright or dark, infinite or finite , mortal or immortal"
Quote by Thich Nhat Hanh
MAKING A SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL DIFFERENCE For Children and Youth
* Dr. Brenda E. Abbey is a Cognitive Educational Consultant in private practice in Calgary , Alberta. She is a lifetime Alberta certified Special Education teacher, has training in Equine - Facilitated Wellness and holds a Doctorate in Educational Cognitive Psychology. Dr. Brenda E. Abbey believes in the importance of Relationships for children so parents are observers in the process.
Her ongoing research supports Equine- Assisted Learning sessions for children.** It provides ONE part of a TEAM APPROACH in complex cases { Medical professionals }- especially children diagnosed with ANXIETY, as well as ADD/ADHD and Communication challenges.
Dr. Brenda E. Abbey believes in working collaboratively with other professionals as well as parents/ caregivers to coordinate the most appropriate therapeutic , educational and enrichment intervention activities for children diagnosed with complex needs.
LEARNING with HORSES for CHILDREN
* designed for enhancing COMMUNICATION skills for children . ** A HORSE does not JUDGE
Dr. Brenda E. Abbey 's Individualized Equine- Assisted READING /Learning sessions specialize in COACHING children with Learning Disabilities . This " Coaching" approach focuses on enhancing children's STRENGTHS .
** see top menu MORE- Photo Gallery 3 picture
Influenced by her past teamwork experience at a CHILDREN"S Mental Health TREATMENT setting and TRAUMA - Informed practice , she encourages the understanding of the INTERTWINING nature of attachment and BRAIN- BASED research for parents of the children with complex needs . Dr. Brenda E. Abbey operates with a Strength- Based intervention model , emphasizing the importance of- Relational Experiences, as well as building Communication Skills , Attachment , Self- Regulation and Social Competency. Dr. Brenda E. Abbey adheres to the Research and Theoretical Principles of ;
Dr. Bruce Perry's Developmental Neuroscience & Dr. Gordon Neufeld's Developmental Attachment Theory.
HEALING with HORSES for CHILDREN : Dr. Brenda E. Abbey's Areas of Equine -Assisted Learning Specialization;
-Emphasizing Relationships and Engagement
- Understanding and Enhancing EMPATHY
- Developing positive Self -Esteem
-Improving Communication Skills for Language Delays , Non- verbal messages
-Encouraging Self -Awareness and Self - Regulation for Children with ADD/ ADHD
- Researching the Re-patterning of the Brain's Brainstem and Limbic Systems
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Anxiety
- Sensory Processing Disorder
- Autistic Spectrum **Social Capacity Building
-The Power of Horse Stories - Bridging & Life Lessons * Narrative Therapy
- Creating a Keepsake Photographic Memory Book of the CLIENT'S Interactions with The HORSES
- Understanding Emotional, Social and Moral Intelligence
WHY does Dr. Abbey believe in this type of INDIVIDUALIZED Equine- Assisted Learning for Children ?
* Each child is unique and Dr. Abbey knows an understanding of the developmental history is important !! While working with the therapy horse , relationships are developed that encourage EMPATHY and awareness.
* INDIVIDUALIZED Equine- Assisted Learning offers significant INTRAPERSONAL understandings and
increased SELF- ESTEEM in a shorter period of time due to the experiential nature of forming a relationship with the horse.
* Family and caregiver reflections reveal that these interactive experiential sessions were valuable for the child's self- regulation because the horses gave the client HONEST and immediate feedback.
**** NEW research based on Dr. Bruce Perry's work suggests the BRAIN changes in response to novel experiences. In the farm setting , various patterned repetitive experiences in connection with interacting with the foals and horses of different ages provide ample opportunities for the child's brain to reshape itself.
* Please note*** Learning with Horses : Equine Assisted Learning process does NOT involve riding, only ground work interaction and relationship building with Horses. The RURAL setting is also a calming experience, away from the city .
*ALL sessions involve the INDIVIDUAL and the HORSE , catering to the Unique and COMPLEX NEEDS
of the individual client - * unlike other GROUP activity programs.
{ proximity to the horse is determined by Dr. Abbey and parents' / caregiver's observations of the child's comfort level}
Dr. Brenda E. Abbey works with the child client and therapy horse , giving her complete INDIVIDUALIZED attention.
Each childhood PRIVATE " Coaching/ Learning" session Cost = $ 125.00
** the PARENT is present and part of the observation process during their child's interactive learning session with the Horse and ALSO part of the reflection process with Dr. Brenda E. Abbey afterward.
* ALL EQUINE - ASSISTED LEARNING sessions are provided in a picturesque, rural Thoroughbred Horse- Breeding farm setting which adds to the appreciation of being close to the horses/ foals and nature. {west of Okotoks - near Calgary }
For MORE Dr. Brenda E. Abbey Promotions and explanations, use this website's contact form .
**How to be together SIMPLY and PEACEFULLY with "WHAT IS "
REFLECTION: There is no finer MIRROR of our true nature than the HORSE.
" If you look into my eyes, you will see yourself ...Look into my eyes and you will know if your universe is bright or dark, infinite or finite , mortal or immortal"
Quote by Thich Nhat Hanh
MAKING A SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL DIFFERENCE For Children and Youth
* Dr. Brenda E. Abbey is a Cognitive Educational Consultant in private practice in Calgary , Alberta. She is a lifetime Alberta certified Special Education teacher, has training in Equine - Facilitated Wellness and holds a Doctorate in Educational Cognitive Psychology. Dr. Brenda E. Abbey believes in the importance of Relationships for children so parents are observers in the process.
Her ongoing research supports Equine- Assisted Learning sessions for children.** It provides ONE part of a TEAM APPROACH in complex cases { Medical professionals }- especially children diagnosed with ANXIETY, as well as ADD/ADHD and Communication challenges.
Dr. Brenda E. Abbey believes in working collaboratively with other professionals as well as parents/ caregivers to coordinate the most appropriate therapeutic , educational and enrichment intervention activities for children diagnosed with complex needs.
LEARNING with HORSES for CHILDREN
* designed for enhancing COMMUNICATION skills for children . ** A HORSE does not JUDGE
Dr. Brenda E. Abbey 's Individualized Equine- Assisted READING /Learning sessions specialize in COACHING children with Learning Disabilities . This " Coaching" approach focuses on enhancing children's STRENGTHS .
** see top menu MORE- Photo Gallery 3 picture
Influenced by her past teamwork experience at a CHILDREN"S Mental Health TREATMENT setting and TRAUMA - Informed practice , she encourages the understanding of the INTERTWINING nature of attachment and BRAIN- BASED research for parents of the children with complex needs . Dr. Brenda E. Abbey operates with a Strength- Based intervention model , emphasizing the importance of- Relational Experiences, as well as building Communication Skills , Attachment , Self- Regulation and Social Competency. Dr. Brenda E. Abbey adheres to the Research and Theoretical Principles of ;
Dr. Bruce Perry's Developmental Neuroscience & Dr. Gordon Neufeld's Developmental Attachment Theory.
HEALING with HORSES for CHILDREN : Dr. Brenda E. Abbey's Areas of Equine -Assisted Learning Specialization;
-Emphasizing Relationships and Engagement
- Understanding and Enhancing EMPATHY
- Developing positive Self -Esteem
-Improving Communication Skills for Language Delays , Non- verbal messages
-Encouraging Self -Awareness and Self - Regulation for Children with ADD/ ADHD
- Researching the Re-patterning of the Brain's Brainstem and Limbic Systems
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Anxiety
- Sensory Processing Disorder
- Autistic Spectrum **Social Capacity Building
-The Power of Horse Stories - Bridging & Life Lessons * Narrative Therapy
- Creating a Keepsake Photographic Memory Book of the CLIENT'S Interactions with The HORSES
- Understanding Emotional, Social and Moral Intelligence
WHY does Dr. Abbey believe in this type of INDIVIDUALIZED Equine- Assisted Learning for Children ?
* Each child is unique and Dr. Abbey knows an understanding of the developmental history is important !! While working with the therapy horse , relationships are developed that encourage EMPATHY and awareness.
* INDIVIDUALIZED Equine- Assisted Learning offers significant INTRAPERSONAL understandings and
increased SELF- ESTEEM in a shorter period of time due to the experiential nature of forming a relationship with the horse.
* Family and caregiver reflections reveal that these interactive experiential sessions were valuable for the child's self- regulation because the horses gave the client HONEST and immediate feedback.
**** NEW research based on Dr. Bruce Perry's work suggests the BRAIN changes in response to novel experiences. In the farm setting , various patterned repetitive experiences in connection with interacting with the foals and horses of different ages provide ample opportunities for the child's brain to reshape itself.
* Please note*** Learning with Horses : Equine Assisted Learning process does NOT involve riding, only ground work interaction and relationship building with Horses. The RURAL setting is also a calming experience, away from the city .
*ALL sessions involve the INDIVIDUAL and the HORSE , catering to the Unique and COMPLEX NEEDS
of the individual client - * unlike other GROUP activity programs.
{ proximity to the horse is determined by Dr. Abbey and parents' / caregiver's observations of the child's comfort level}
Dr. Brenda E. Abbey works with the child client and therapy horse , giving her complete INDIVIDUALIZED attention.
Each childhood PRIVATE " Coaching/ Learning" session Cost = $ 125.00
** the PARENT is present and part of the observation process during their child's interactive learning session with the Horse and ALSO part of the reflection process with Dr. Brenda E. Abbey afterward.
* ALL EQUINE - ASSISTED LEARNING sessions are provided in a picturesque, rural Thoroughbred Horse- Breeding farm setting which adds to the appreciation of being close to the horses/ foals and nature. {west of Okotoks - near Calgary }
For MORE Dr. Brenda E. Abbey Promotions and explanations, use this website's contact form .
