Equines for Freedom
Offers treatments such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) which offers clients a nontraditional approach to therapy. This therapy combines a licensed mental health professional, a certified equine specialist, and a therapy horse to create a research-based treatment model which strives to resolve emotional difficulties caused by disturbing, difficult, or frightening life experiences. The horse is an integral part of treatment because horses are prey animals and therefore are extremely alert and sensitive to the emotions of those around them. Clients learn to identify their own emotional state by observing the reaction from the horse. The horse also helps the client stay grounded as the client processes past traumas.
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Physical Address
2150 Port Royal Road, Clarks Summit, PA 18411
Hours
By appointment only
Voice
Application process
Any inquiries are passed along to our intake team who will contact the client directly for the next step.
Fee
Services free and confidential.
Eligibility
Serves individuals with current or prior military experience and first responders in Northeast Pennsylvania and surrounding areas.
Service area
Lackawanna, PA
Agency info
Equines for Freedom
Equines for Freedom (EFF) is a nonprofit organization that treats active and former military personnel and First Responders who are experiencing symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), no matter the source of the trauma.