How We Treat

Equine Therapy

Equine Therapy is an experiential approach to healing that helps individuals improve emotional regulation, build confidence, and develop meaningful connections through interactions with horses. At Emend Health, Equine Therapy supports both mental health and substance use recovery by allowing clients to explore their emotions in a safe, hands-on environment that fosters responsibility, awareness, and personal growth.

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About Equine Therapy

The Foundation of Equine Therapy

Equine Therapy, also called Equine-Assisted Therapy, involves guided activities such as grooming, leading, feeding, and observing horses. These sessions do not require riding and are led by trained clinicians and equine specialists. Because horses are sensitive and responsive to human behavior and emotions, they offer immediate feedback that helps clients build trust, improve communication, and learn emotional regulation in a safe and supportive environment.

How Equine Therapy Helps with Recovery

Equine Therapy provides structure, emotional support, and practical skill-building, key elements for healing mental health challenges and overcoming substance use disorders. By working with horses, clients gain insight into their internal world while building healthier patterns of thinking and behavior.

  • Encouraging Emotional Regulation

  • Building Trust & Confidence

  • Reducing Anxiety & Isolation

  • Improving Communication Skills

  • Supporting Trauma Processing

  • Promoting Personal Growth

Our Treatment Method
equine therapy in rehab
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Equine Therapy at Emend Health

At Emend Health, Equine Therapy is integrated into individualized treatment plans for both mental health and substance use disorders. Clients engage in structured activities with horses while being supported by therapists who help process thoughts, reactions, and emotional responses. By combining professional guidance with experiential learning, Emend Health helps clients build resilience, develop coping skills, and form meaningful connections that support sustainable recovery.

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Our Facilities

Every location is built to feel safe, welcoming, and supportive so you can focus on healing without feeling alone.

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Empower Residential Wellness Bassett House

Canoga Park, ca
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Empower Residential Wellness Bellingham

Los Angeles, ca
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We Work With Leading Insurance Providers

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Your recovery should never be out of reach. Emend Healthcare partners with most major insurance providers to ensure quality care is accessible and affordable. Our admissions team is here to help you verify coverage and start treatment quickly.

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Our Accreditations

Our programs meet the highest standards of safety, ethics, and clinical excellence. Each facility is accredited to ensure that every client receives trusted, compliant, and evidence-based care they can rely on throughout their recovery journey.

Frequently Asked Questions

We understand that seeking treatment can come with uncertainty and important questions. Our team is here to make the process clear, supportive, and easy to navigate so you know exactly what to expect from day one.

If emotions, behavior, or substance use begin to interfere with daily life, relationships, work, or overall well-being, it may be time to seek help. Treatment offers a guided space to understand what’s happening, identify the root of the problem, and take steps toward stability and healing. Even if you’re unsure, a professional assessment can provide clarity.

Yes. We specialize in treating mental health disorders, substance use disorders, and co-occurring conditions that involve both. Our integrated approach ensures clients receive support for all aspects of their health—emotional, behavioral, and physical—so nothing gets overlooked during the recovery process.

The process begins with a confidential assessment where our team learns about your symptoms, challenges, and goals. From there, we determine the most appropriate level of care and create a treatment plan tailored to your needs. We walk you through each step, explain what to expect, and help arrange logistics if needed—so you’re never navigating it alone.

Absolutely. Every client receives an individualized treatment plan based on their unique history, needs, and progress. Our clinicians regularly evaluate each person’s growth, adjusting methods and interventions as needed. Treatment evolves over time to ensure that it remains effective, supportive, and aligned with long-term goals.

Treatment length depends on the level of care and each individual’s needs. Some clients begin with short-term stabilization, while others benefit from longer therapeutic support. Rather than focusing on a rigid timeline, we focus on measurable progress and readiness for the next step—so healing happens at a pace that’s effective and sustainable.