Trot On offers innovative psychotherapy services to youth, adults, and their families who are dealing with social, emotional, and behavioral challenges, often rooted in complex trauma. By integrating equine interaction into therapy, we provide a unique, embodied experience that fosters connection and healing.
Our services also support individuals struggling with substance use or those at risk, offering early intervention and counseling. Our outpatient services are available through a partnership with a farm in Harvard, Massachusetts. We accept most major insurances. We also offer short-term treatment for youth ages 12-24 who are dealing with or may have risk factors for substance use. This treatment is funded through the Department of Public Health at no cost to participants.
EFT-CT incorporates principles from the Attachment, Self-Regulation, and Competency (ARC) framework, a comprehensive model recognized by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) as a promising practice for youth exposed to complex trauma. All JRI clinicians are trained in the ARC framework and integrate these principles into their practice. They offer tailored interventions that may include individual therapy for children, caregiver education, and parent-child sessions.
Participants work directly with a licensed mental health practitioner who has specialized training and certification in horse-human interactions. Individual therapy sessions, typically lasting 45 minutes, are structured to meet the client’s specific needs. Activities may include learning about horse behavior, observing horses, interacting with them, and participating in caretaking tasks such as grooming and leading. These sessions do not involve horseback riding but focus on building connections and therapeutic routines with the horses.
As a program within a nonprofit agency, Trot On relies on the generous support of donors who believe in our mission. Please consider donating to help us continue providing these vital services.
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To make a referral, please send the completed referral form to Meredith Norton at [email protected].
Meredith Norton, LICSW
Program Director
Sheriffmuir Farm 157 Bolton Rd., Harvard, MA 01451
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