REINS: RIDING EMPHASIZING INDIVIDUAL NEEDS AND STRENGTHS

Description

REINS Therapeutic Horsemanship Program has been serving individuals with disabilities for nearly 40 years, offering equine-assisted services that support physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Nearly 200 students participate in therapy that incorporates meaningful and purposeful activities tailored to each client’s interests and needs. Through horseback riding and related tasks, clients work on improving fine motor, gross motor, bilateral coordination, oral motor, and visual motor skills.

As of January 2023, REINS expanded its services to include equine-assisted mental health programming. This new initiative supports at-risk youth, active duty military, Veterans, and individuals facing addiction. Sessions are led by licensed mental health professionals and PATH-certified Equine Specialists in Mental Health and Learning (ESMHL), with the help of equine partners. These sessions create a powerful and lasting impact on participants’ mental health, offering a unique and effective approach to healing through connection with horses.