The workshop is conducted over 5 days.

• April 20-24, 2023
• 9:30am – 4:00pm each day

Facilitated By:
Margie McDonald and Dr. Rebecca Bailey have worked together for thirty-plus years in a variety of capacities, often incorporating horses, psychology, and communication skills. Margie is an esteemed horse trainer and human whisperer and Rebecca is a nationally recognized psychologist with a lifetime love of horses.

The Workshop:
Daily sessions consist of interactive theory, alternated with demonstrations and horse exercises led by Dr. Bailey and Margie McDonald.

The program will focus on:

• Overview of origins and key theories/therapeutic modalities employed and relevant research
• Increasing and enhancing the understanding of the role of the autonomic nervous system
• Learning basic skills for effective co-regulation in therapeutic relationships
• Exploring and experiencing the role of equine assisted interventions in trauma
• Creating a safe space for clients
• Increasing emotional resilience
• Understanding and preventing compassion fatigue, while nurturing personal and professional relationships

Bonus Workshop Items:

• Polyvagal Equine Institute T-Shirt
• Equine Connections: Polyvagal Principles Book
• Lunch by Chef Charles Holmes (provided each day of the program)

Who is it for?:
Open to therapists, caregivers, and horse professionals working closely with therapists, who would like to learn advanced techniques for helping individuals and families with complex case scenarios (e.g., post-traumatic stress from abuse, war, criminal acts, accidents, high or low conflict divorce, as well as dealing with difficult change situations).

Pre-requisite:
None.