Therapy and Horses Ep4. - Phase 4 Veteran Program

In this 4th and final episode, we take a dive into the last phase of the Veteran Program which is Pay it Forward. Here veterans have the option to give back as a way to stay away from self isolation and continued relationship building. It is also a great way to continue the aftercare. Music: Later Alligator by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

In this episode, we visit with co-founder Randy Mandrell and Therapist Scott Walker. Randy talks about one option in phase 3, which is Starting a Young Horse, and Scott talks about the other option which is EMDR. Starting a young horse is an essential part of our program that pairs the veteran with a younger horse that needs work and teaches the how to control their emotions and energy through their working with the horse. EMDR is a more traditional talk therapy that is used throughout the country. Music: Later Alligator by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

In this week's episode, we interview co-founder and licensed therapist at Refuge Services, Patti Mandrell. Patti takes us through the 2nd phase of our veteran's program and an in depth look into how it helps. She has been doing Equine Assisted Psychotherapy for more than 20 years and is a trainer for the internationally recognized organization, Equine Assisted Growth And Learning Association or EAGALA. Music: Later Alligator by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

We will be taking a dive into Refuge Services' Veteran Program and phase one the the program. We will be looking at how therapeutic riding plays a vital role into the progress of healing veterans and their mental health. Music: Later Alligator by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com