Equine-assisted wellbeing programme
Wellbeing focused sessions for individuals and groups, lead by a Wellbeing Practitioner who is supervised by a Mental Health Specialist.
Sessions focus on improving wellbeing through calming, regulating activities with the horses and in nature and on building relationships with peers through supported group delivery with young people of a similar age experiencing similar challenges.
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Our well-being sessions are available as one-to-one (60 minutes) or as part of an open group (120 minutes).
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Our 120-minute group sessions are available to individuals in open groups, or as private sessions arranged through schools and partner organisations.
Who can benefit from our wellbeing programme?
Young people experiencing poor well-being who would benefit from time in nature and support in making relationships with peers.
“I’ve achieved loads of goals whilst I’ve been here, when I arrived I had no qualifications and now I do, so I’m proud of all the achievements I’ve made. It’s been good to set goals and then look back and see my progress.”
Individual wellbeing session
Our one-to-one sessions are designed to support each young person's unique needs
Sessions are led by an experience youth wellbeing practitioner who receive supervision and input on programme delivery from both our qualified Education and Mental Health Specialist team
COST: 1 hour Individual sessions or 2 hour group sessions (Therapeutic Education Group): £120 / session
Bursaries available – if cost is a barrier, please complete the bursary form when making a referral
Group wellbeing session
Our group sessions are tailored to support the needs and personal development goals of the young people involved.
Led by an experienced youth well-being facilitator and an equine behaviour specialist
120-minute sessions
Cost
Groups of up to 8:
The total cost of the 12-week programme = £6,031 / £62.75 per person per session.
Groups of 16:
The total cost of the 12-week programme = £9,046. £47 per person per session.
Bursaries available – if cost is a barrier, please complete the bursary form when making a referral
What happens in a well-being session
Therapeutic activities with horses
Young people are supported to engage in relaxing, co-regulating activities with the horses. Activities include brushing, leading, and observing the herd, and taking part in calming, mindful routines on the stable yard—such as mucking out, gardening, and foraging herbs for the horses.
Reducing isolation through group work
Where appropriate, young people are gently introduced to small peer groups. We focus on teamwork, social connection, and mentoring to reduce isolation and foster friendships.
Progressing into education or work
As wellbeing improves, young people can transition into our alternative education programme. Here, they work toward qualifications and gain the skills needed to access further education, vocational training, volunteering, or employment—opening the door to a more confident, independent future.
Well-being programme outcomes
Improved well-being
Improved nervous system regulation
Improved friendships and connections with others. Reduced isolation.
Improved self-esteem
Engagement in an activity that boosts well-being and progressively leads to engagement with further positive activities in the community.
Get in touch
Get in touch to explore how we can support the young person or people you work with. We’ll work with you to design a bespoke well-being programme tailored to their needs and goals.
No two programmes are the same — each one is tailored around the individual or group, ensuring the support we offer is relevant, meaningful, and impactful.
Explore Our Services
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Equine-assisted therapy
Individual and group equine-assisted therapy sessions led by a qualified mental health specialist and equine behaviour specialist.
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Well-being programme
Individual and group therapeutic sessions focused on improving well-being and socialising with peers.
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Alternative Education
Bespoke alternative education provision for KS2 – KS4 and for 16+ young people looking to gain professional vocational qualifications.
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Outreach Programme
For young people who can’t come to us, we will bring the horses and the team to you.
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Family Work
Therapy and well-being sessions for individual families and for groups of parents and young people who share similar experiences.
How to refer
We welcome referrals from anyone, at any time.
Whether you’re a young person, a parent, a teacher, or a social worker, if you know a young person who would benefit from our services, you can refer them to us.
We offer support at every stage of a young person's journey.
Our referrals range from young people in acute crisis who feel unable to leave the house to those exploring career options and seeking training to secure a job in the equestrian industry.
We accept both group and individual referrals
We accept group referrals to run tailored programmes for up to 16 young people at a time, and we also welcome individual referrals.
Not sure what service you need?
You don’t need to know what service would be most appropriate for you or the young person/people you support. Simply complete a referral form, and one of our referral team members will contact you to find out more and advise on which of our services would be most helpful.