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At Animals as Natural Therapy, Our mission is to strengthen our community by developing healthy, resilient individuals through animal-facilitated education, with special attention to at-risk youth.
BELIEF
We believe that animals can reach a place in the human heart that other approaches may not. Our work is based on the knowledge that animals can teach us important life skills, including: honesty, clear communication, boundaries, leadership, self-management, and resilience.
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MISSION
To strengthen our community by developing healthy, resilient individuals through animal-assisted education and personal growth, with special attention to at-risk youth.
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WHAT WE DO
At Animals As Natural Therapy, We provide a safe, compassionate environment where people of all ages practice skills essential for meaningful and successful relationships based on mutual respect, communication, responsibility, and trust.
We are proud to serve youth ages 8-18, veterans, & elders through equine therapy & other animal-assisted learning programs. Many of those we serve are struggling with trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, PTSD, anger & behavior management, and other challenges affecting their daily lives. Our work is based on the knowledge that animals can reach a place in the human heart that other approaches may not. Additional services include mobile therapy animals, leadership & anti-bullying workshops, suicide prevention curriculum, and team-building experiences.