Pongarosa Equestrian Centre - Therapy and Wellbeing

Animal Assisted Therapy uses the human-animal bond in goal directed therapy interventions as an essential part of the treatment process. AAT can support you with: • Psychophysiological Health • Anxiety and Distress • Pain Management • Dementia • Depression • Emotion Regulation and Emotion Recognition • Motivation • Self-Esteem Enhancement • Children with Developmental Disorders • Children and Adolescents with Emotional and Behavioural Problems • Trauma • Physically Disabled Persons • Substance Abuse Working with horses can help individuals learn how to recognise and manage their emotions, leading to better emotional control and awareness. Equine therapy is a somatic therapy that supports the mind-body connection. Our group work is designed for ACC-sensitive claims and is trauma-informed, working with PTSD and trauma. This is based in Pukekohe Puni. Individual Equine therapy is based in Tuakau, Franklin and designed for both ACC sensitive claims clients and private clients wanting to work on their mental health, including anxiety and depressive symptoms.

Counselling Sessions are designed for the individual, whether you just want to talk or try creative therapy, animal therapy, mindfulness and many more techniques. Plans are created using the methods, tools, and techniques that research has shown to produce positive and successful results. Be your best self, alone and with others, and create a life that you want to live in with confidence and support from a fully qualified professional. Website: Creative Life Healing