equine-assisted programs

Building Trust, Confidence, and Growth

At 13 Hands Equine Rescue, our equine-assisted programs create meaningful connections between rescued horses and people seeking healing, growth, and support. These ground-based sessions—ranging from mindfulness and meditation to personal development and emotional regulation—offer participants a chance to build trust, confidence, and self-awareness through the calming, intuitive presence of horses. At the same time, our horses benefit from purposeful interaction, gentle engagement, and the chance to rebuild trust with humans—creating a healing partnership for both horse and human.

All of our equine-assisted program offerings are ground-based and require no prior horse experience!

mini horse experience

Perfect for kids (ages 6+) and the young at heart. Families, individuals, therapy groups, or corporate wellness visits are welcome! 

  • 30-minute session with one of our gentle mini horses
  • Hands-on intro, grooming, and a fun activity or game
  • Quiet reflection and time to connect
  • A sweet and simple intro to the magic of horses!

meditation with the herd

Restore calm & clarity in the presence of horses. Ages 13+

  • 15-minute guided meditation + 15 minutes of quiet reflection
  • Welcome & intention-setting with the herd
  • Optional guided walk on the property post-session and herd observation.
equine sponsorship program

1:1 or small group equine-assisted program sessions

Restore calm & clarity in the presence of horses. For adults, teens & families. Individual sessions or small groups, 50 minutes. Each session is customized to support mindfulness, self-awareness and growth through:

  • Grounding & breathwork beside the horse

  • Walking meditations and mindful grooming

  • Obstacle courses and nonverbal connection exercises

  • Observing herd dynamics and journaling reflections

  • Kid-friendly sessions available (grooming + games)

Clicker Training

soft landings

Designed as a physical and mental enrichment program for our senior & unsound equines, participants use clicker training, a positive reinforcement-based method, to partner with our equines and engage in activities and movements that will help the horses feel as comfortable as they can in the bodies they have. Ages 18+.

  • Partner 1 on 1 with our rescue equines to support their physical and emotional comfort

  • Use force-free methods that prioritize the horse’s choice and consent

  • Build progressive skills and deeper connection through each session

  • Pre-requisite: Intro to Clicker Training

To Book or Learn More Contact:

Katherine@13handsequine.org

Katherine Feldhouse Stein