Dr. Angela Fountain
& Associates
Psychological and Counselling Services
For Children and Families
Serving the Durham Region - Oshawa
(905) 655-5813
Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy Services
Equine-assisted psychotherapy offers a different way to engage in therapy, especially for those who don’t connect with traditional office-based settings.
Working alongside horses creates opportunities for real-time feedback, emotional awareness, and regulation in a more natural, hands-on environment.
This approach can be particularly helpful for individuals experiencing anxiety, emotional regulation challenges, social difficulties, or feeling stuck
in more traditional talk therapy.
To get started, please book one of the following:
• Child & Youth Intake Application Phone Call
• Adult Intake Application Phone Call
Our team will then match you with the appropriate services.
Who can benefit from Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy?
Children, youth and adults with the following concerns can likely benefit from Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy:
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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
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Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
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Trauma
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Grief
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Depression
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Anxiety
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Adjustment concerns
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Relationship dynamic issues
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and other mental health concerns


Benefits of Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy:
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Learn through experience
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Improve self-awareness
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Increase empathy
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Enhance social skills and awareness
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Boost confidence and self-esteem
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Improve self-regulation and coping skills
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A better understanding of oneself and interpersonal relationships
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Increase joint attention and social thinking skills for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
