 Equine-Facilitated
Psychotherapy & Learning EFP/L |
November 2009
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What's New
Leigh Shambo, LMHC & David Young:
Offerings in Bishop, CA
November 2009 thru
mid-February 2010
Private Sessions Available
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Hello to our friends far and wide,
Wow, it's November already!
Time to take a deep breath and look back over the months just past. We've had an exciting and fulfilling year, proud to be part of the increasing sophistication and understanding of EFP/L world-wide. Around the globe, horses are helping humans with emotional healing and growth. This month's Nickers come from the graduates of the 2009 HEAL Facilitator Training Program for EFL! They will return to their own corners of the world to employ the HEAL Model of EFL within their teaching and healing practices. Learn how these nine women plan to make EFL part of their path of service and livelihood.
As our history with horses through the ages shows so clearly, the horse-human bond changes both species. One of my equestrian teachers used to say, "Horses improve the human's awareness. The human can improve the horse's focus and trust. Together these improve both horse and human." At HEAL we explore the power of this synergistic relationship which teaches us so much about PLAY and SEEKING. We are happy to recommend resources for creative horse play to maximize the synergy- so be sure to check out November's Good Reads!
Thanks to all of you who reached out to us after reading our tribute to the therapy horse Galant whose life touched many of yours. We at HEAL deeply appreciated the many stories and remembrances, each of which had a place in easing our sorrow. This month we choose to print one simple poem of celebration for our friend.
By the time you read this, David and I will be travelling with our horses Beau and Dixsi to our winter site in Bishop CA. We hope to see some of you there! Check out next month's issue of the HEAL Newsletter to learn "How Mountain Trail Riding Improves Limbic Connection in Horse and Rider" by Leigh Shambo. With pictures! :)
We sincerely hope you enjoy this Newsletter and welcome your comments, suggestions and stories to share with all of our readers. Just send them to us at news@humanequinealliance.org.
Wishing you Energy and Grace,
Leigh
Leigh Shambo, MSW, LMHC
Human-Equine Alliances for Learning (HEAL)
360.266.0778
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Meet the 2009 HEAL Facilitators
Human-Equine Alliances for Learning and instructors, Leigh Shambo and Kathleen Barry Ingram, proudly announce the 2009 class of graduates from the Facilitator Training Program. Nine women from around the globe successfully completed the program on October 17, 2009.
Together, Leigh and Kathleen developed this program to prepare counselors, teachers, and coaches (including equestrian professionals) with practical training and experience for developing Equine Facilitated Learning programs. The graduates learn to facilitate horse activities in a way that optimizes relational ability, emotional well-being, and empowerment. These nine individuals, with varied backgrounds and life stories, rigorously undertook the challenge to uncover hidden truths and gifts, discovering their own unique ways of presenting and teaching the HEAL Method of EFL.
Eva Balzer Ms. Balzer practices animal healing & coaches people for personal development based on the HEAL model in Dusseldorf, Germany. She holds an M.B.A. and is trained in acupuncture, osteopathy, animal communication, Reiki and family therapy. She opened a training and healing center this year to go for a holistic approach to treat both humans and animals."The HEAL program was the missing link/piece of the puzzle to me to connect my business experience in human development with my healing business for horses. Humans as well as horses need healing,understanding and somebody translating their needs in order to recover."kontakt@evabalzer.de
www.evabalzer.de
Sandra Boe Ms. Boe is the Founder and Program Director of Boots 'n Breeches Therapeutic Horsemanship Lakewood, Washington. Sandra is an Advanced Riding Instructor, certified through the North American Riding for the Handicapped Association - NARHA.About her work, Ms. Boe says, "As a therapeutic riding instructor I have seen the amazing transformative power that happens when you connect in relationship with a horse. I have experienced it myself in my own personal journey as I have coped with multiple sclerosis since 1998. I know I am as well as I am because of my work with the horses. As an EFL practitioner, I hope to offer the opportunity to engage in healing relationships with our equine partners."sreid@harbornet.com
www.bootsnbreeches.comHorses for Heroes at Boots 'n Breeches
Matney Cook Ms. Cook is a partner and trainer at TLC Horsemanship in Mt. Vernon, Washington. She is a Ken McNabb Certified Master Trainer who offers safe and gentle coaching for both horse and human who walk the path towards true connection through self-aware horsemanship.About her work and the HEAL program, Ms. Cook says, "What were dreams for me a year ago are now a reality because of this life changing HEAL program. Not only have I learned skills that enable me to step into my soul's purpose, I've also gained the confidence to facilitate others on their journey to authenticity. I am so grateful to my instructors for helping me to hear the horses calling and learn to believe in my own magic." missmatney@gmail.com
www.tlchorsemanship.com
Maaike de Hoope Ms. de Hoop serves as a counselor for Howdoyoudo Foundation working with at-risk adolescents at Quinta do Colaço in Vale de Prazere, Portugal. The program at Quinta do Colaço accepts adolescents into a home environment for a few months to help them learn skills to get their lives on track again. Their herd of Icelandic horses plays an important role in the program. Ms. de Hoop offers individual Equine-Facilitated Learning sessions to the students in their program. When asked what the HEAL program has meant to her, Ms. de Hoop replied, "This year was life changing, I got to know myself a lot better and I became more whole. I learned to trust my intuition, my body and my inner wisdom. Horses are great healers and I learned how to facilitate this healing and hold the sacred space of possibilities. This is the most beautiful thing I have ever done. The horses in my life brought me where I am now. I'm still learning every day from the horses. And now I know how to share the wisdom of horses with other people."maaikeinportugal@mac.com
www.howdoyoudo.nl
Emma Dinnage As the founder of Heart of the Herd, Emma offers healing to humans, horses and all animals. Working with Spiritual Healing, Reiki, flower essences and essential oils, bereavement support specifically for humans grieving animals; Emma creates tailor-made healing treatments for animal and human clients. Dedicated to the path of learning and healing, Emma is honored to have trained with the leaders in the fields of Spiritual Healing, Zoopharmacognosy (the study of self-medication in animals) and most recently Equine Facilitated Learning. Emma describes EFL as 'the jewel in the crown' of her work as it offers something no other healing art does- experiencing often profound and life-changing lessons with and from another species- the Master of learning and healing; The Horse. Based in Hampshire in the U.K.- Emma and partner, Paul, will be offering EFL and creative arts healing group workshops with their herd of 12 liberated equines beginning in 2010.e.dinnage@virgin.net
www.heartoftheherd.com (coming soon)
Ann Glaze A small business advisor based in Kent, Washington, specializing in process improvement, service and communications, Ms. Glaze wasn't sure when she started the HEAL Facilitator Training Program how she was going to use what she learned. Now her 1,000-pound business partners can help Ms. Glaze's clients broaden their awareness and change what is not working.According to Ms. Glaze, "EFL makes such sense to me and has had a significant impact on me personally, but I was not sure how it might fit into my work as a small business advisor. I understand now that the horses allow us to see ourselves more clearly and to release patterns of behavior that hold us back. Clarity and process improvement are core principles of my business practice. What better way to help business people think about things differently than to partner them with a horse? The willingness to risk change is what this work is all about!"annglaze@mindspring.com
Robin L. Krueger
 Ms. Krueger, a financial executive with Tatum Partners, LLC, is a member of the North American Riding for the Handicapped Association - NARHA and their mental health division, Equine Facilitated Mental Health Association - EFMHA. She also serves as a member of the board of directors of the Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center in Woodinville, Washington. Ms. Krueger already uses the HEAL Facilitator training in her executive leadership work as part of her current consulting assignments. She intends to eventually assist individuals experiencing major physical illness as part of the programs offered at her developing facility, MapleRock Farm, in Eatonville, Washington.
When asked about the HEAL Facilitator Training Program, Ms. Krueger said, "Training in EFL facilitation enables facilitators to help others experience their own authentic self. But it begins with one's personal journey to a place of individual authenticity. The challenge of arriving and holding consciousness in that space is the greatest gift we can give one another, especially in such a demanding and rapidly changing world. It works."
robinlkrueger@gmail.com
Charmaine Lane
 Ms. Lane, based in Somerset, United Kingdom, is a Licensed Master Practitioner of NLP, Hypnotic Practitioner, Dressage rider and holds a BSc in Animal Science. She offers NLP and hypnosis services through her company, Amazing-Mind. With the completion of the HEAL Facilitator Training Program, Ms Lane has added EFL to her offerings and is now working in partnership with HorseWorld equine charity (www.HorseWorld.org.uk) to offer unique EFL services tailored specifically to horse lovers, corporate businesses and personal development programs.
"Throughout the last year I have been reminded of what has been hidden inside me all along and have grown to trust myself more and more. I now feel I am ready to share the wisdom of horses with other people using the exercises and tools I have learned during my time at HEAL. This program has empowered me to take my knowledge and inner knowing out into the world and start making a difference in other people's lives," reports Ms. Lane.
info@amazing-mind.co.uk
www.amazing-mind.co.uk
Donna Martino
 Ms. Martino breeds and sells fine Arabian horses for show and family use on her farm in Parker, Colorado. In addition, Ms. Martino is a Certified Reiki 2 Practitioner and a Certified Medicosult Health Technician adding Reiki and Magnetic Resonance Stimulation for Horses and Humans to the services offered on her farm. With her completion of the HEAL Facilitator Training Program, she has added Equine-Facilitated Learning to her offerings.
About her work and the HEAL Program, Ms. Martino reports, "I have always loved horses and wanted to help people, but did not know how to put the two together. The HEAL program has helped me to discover my gifts, my passion and a new purpose in life. This year has been an exciting journey culminating with the Heal Facilitator Training program. Now it is time to bring the magic home to my own program of helping to empower women through their own journey of self discovery with the horses."
dsmartino@yahoo.com
www.donnamartinollc.com
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| To Galant from Jennifer
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Gallant: The meaning of his name
G - Goodness: The goodness you had in your heart
A - All: For all you taught through your lifetime
L - Love: For the love you showed
L - Laughs: For all the laughs we shared
A - All: For all the memories we have to treasure
N - Never: Never giving up on the ones who needed you!
T - Trust: For the trust you showed and gave so many people.
We love you and miss you, Galant, and always will!
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"I think you have been duped..."
A Skeptic's Perspective
Recently HEAL was contracted to present a 2-day corporate seminar for Centennial Contractors Enterprise, Inc. Seven men, constituting a management team within Centennial, participated in the workshop which was aimed at increasing emotional intelligence and team spirit. Can working with horses put you in touch with feelings and increase your emotional intelligence? One participant shared an email his father wrote to him prior to his participation:
(from John's Dad, prior to the 2-day event at HEAL)
"I think you have been duped on the horses and touch feely stuff..... It is just a test. I know these things. They will give you a tour of the barn (horses), hand you a shovel and have you shovel stuff all day (work with), and ask how you feel about that (feely). If you complain about it, they will tell you that your response is emotional. I think that the intelligence part comes in afterwards when you go...hmmm...I've been duped! ---- Can you see how I got so far in life?"
So... this "graduation picture" is for John's Dad!
Some actual comments from the group:
"... opened many doors for personal growth, understanding and leadership."
"I was able to go home that weekend and have the best time with my wife using some of the tools I acquired at the seminar such as Listening, Posturing, Not taking things personal, don't push buttons even though you may want to!"
"I will be more aware of the energy I put off in the office or meetings realizing it can be contagious."
"I found the class well worth the time. I feel it will have a positive impact in my business and personal life."
We thank John for sharing his father's point of view, and our thanks to all you guys for an enjoyable and memorable learning experience!
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