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How does Coaching with
Horses Work?
A Mirror of Emotions
Coaching and healing with horses is grounded in the science of equine-assisted interventions, which leverage the natural behaviors, physiology, and social dynamics of horses to facilitate human emotional and psychological well-being.
Horses are prey animals with acute sensory awareness, capable of detecting subtle changes in human physiology, such as heart rate and body tension. This heightened sensitivity allows them to act as biofeedback mechanisms, responding instinctively to the emotional state of individuals. Through these interactions, participants can develop self-regulation skills, improve emotional awareness, and address underlying psychological patterns. The practice also stimulates the release of oxytocin and endorphins, fostering stress relief and enhancing mental health outcomes.In this way, horses are able to mirror us and provide deep insight into our social, emotional, and cognitive states.
Guided by the horse´s innate sensitivity, I work with several, unrestrained horses in a big paddock at the EAPD Dubai. It is here and with help from the herd, that we initiate the process of personal growth, resolve traumatic stress, enhance team development and work out couple and family issues.
The connection with the true nature of the horse is essential for the success of the session as it opens new perspectives which lead to deep and lasting changes.
I work with individuals and groups guiding them through a journey of interaction with the horses to work on their deepest emotions, heal traumas, and overcome emotional obstacles.
What Happens in a Session?
A typical session begins with a discussion of the participant's goals, such as improving emotional resilience, reducing anxiety, or enhancing communication skills. This is followed by guided, non-riding activities with the horse, such as grooming, leading, or observing the animal's behavior. These activities are designed to elicit authentic responses from the participant, creating opportunities to explore emotional reactions and behavioral patterns in real-time.
As a facilitator, I provide reflective questions and insights to help the participants draw connections between their interactions with the horse and their life challenges. The physical presence of the horse also contributes to a calming effect, as their slower heart rate can help regulate the participant's nervous system, creating a state of physiological coherence.
Each session is tailored to the individual's needs, making it a highly personalized and impactful experience.
The duration of the sessions is 1 hour.
Locations: Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and, Mleiha.
Possibility for longer workshops in Oman (Muscat), and Spain (Madrid, Cataluña, and Menorca).
Ready to start your journey?