Your First Visit
What Happens When You Arrive
A clear walk-through of the first session, from the moment you pull in to how the work ends and what comes next.
Your First Session
What to Expect During Your First Equine Therapy Session
You will never be pressured to ride, or to interact with a horse before you are ready.
Arrive at the Lakeside property
Park, take a breath, and get oriented. Nothing starts until you are ready.
Meet privately with Amanda
A quiet, private conversation before any horse is involved.
Talk through goals and comfort level
What you want to work on, what you are unsure about, and any relevant safety information.
Learn basic barn and horse safety
Clear, simple expectations so you know what to do and what to watch for.
Meet a horse at a manageable pace
From outside the fence, from the gate, or closer. You choose the distance.
Take part in an appropriate activity
Observing, approaching, grooming, or leading, depending on what fits the session.
Reflect on what you noticed
Emotionally, physically, and relationally, with Amanda helping you connect it to your patterns.
Discuss next steps
What would be useful to work on, and how often, if you decide to continue.
Virtual Barn Tour
See the Space Before You Arrive
A quiet working property in Lakeside: the barn, the converted stall office, the areas where sessions happen, and the shaded corners for the conversations in between.
Placeholder photography until authentic property images are provided.
Free Consultation
You Don’t Need to Have Everything Figured Out Before You Begin.
A free consultation gives you an opportunity to ask questions, learn how the process works, and decide whether Stable Relationships feels like the right fit.