Horse Therapy

Temperament Exam

Robert starts with a temperament exam to understand how you make decisions, communicate with people, and organize the world.

Genogram

Then he works with you to make a genogram, which defines your family members, how they are related, and their behavior patterns. The genogram allows you to identify how these family dynamics have influenced your behaviors, shaped your beliefs, created coping mechanisms, and created your concept of self -- often in ways you many not have been aware of.

Co-Active Questions

Co-active questions are where the real work begins. By asking powerful questions, Robert helps you find clarity and invites you to take action. These open-ended questions create greater possibilities for expanded awareness and a fresh perspective.

Equine Gestalt Method

The horse is an active partner in your exploratory process. Together the horse and Robert work to support you to move forward in your life, releasing the pain and trauma that is holding you back. Horses are very good at helping your coach identify what is authentic and what is not.

Horses don't care about what you think, but are very intune with how you feel. If you are angry or aggressive, the horse may become obstinate. If you are anxious, the horse may get skittish. When you are open and calm, the horse will likely respond in kind. Witnessing a horse's response can help you learn how your behavior impacts others, and you can see yourself in a more realistic way.

People also feel good around horses. They lower our blood pressure, heart rate, stress, and anxiety. They anchor you in the present as you and Robert delve into your past.

Listen to Robert's Process

Private Sessions

Private sessions held at the ranch or on location must be paid in full in advance of reserving a time. Cancellations will be refunded in full minus a $30 administrative fee if made at least 48 hours before the appointment start time. Appointments cancelled with less than 48 hours notice will not be refunded.

Workshops + Events

All event payments must be made in full at the time of registration. If you cancel your reservation up to seven days before the event, you will be refunded the full fee minus a 20% or $50 convenience fee (whichever is greater). Cancellations with less than seven days notice are not refundable, but may be transferred to another individual as long as you notify Robert of this change within 12 hours of the event. You are responsible for collecting payment from the person to whom you transfer the registration.

Retreats

Half of retreat fee is due at time of registration. Remaining balance must be paid in full 45 days prior to the event. Retreat fees are fully refundable up to 60 days prior to the event minus a 10% or $200 convenience fee (whichever is greater). Cancellations with less than 45 days notice are not refundable, but may be transferred to another individual as long as you notify Robert of this change within 12 hours of the event. You are responsible for collecting payment from the person to whom you transfer the registration.