Our Program
A local Psychologist commented that Rod and Deb O’Malley put in to practise what he explains in theory. They have extensive experience in horsemanship and have been helping those in our community to improve behavioural and mental health outcomes.
The program is based upon proven processes and research to promote physical and mental well-being through interaction with their rescued horses.
Horses assess our body language, emotions and actions, and respond to each of us as unique individuals. Horses come from a place of pure intention and respond to our behaviours and choices with respect and love.
Our program provides beneficial outcomes, particularly for people with:
- PTSD
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Bipolar
- Autism
- Bullying
- Stress
- ADHD
- Relationship difficulties
- Attachment issues/adoption adjustment
- Low self-esteem
- Behavioural conditions
We work with individuals in a one-on-one setting, with an individualised program ensuring participants receive the attention and support they need.
Outcomes
The program aims to:
• Build confidence and self-esteem.
• Improve emotional control and self-discipline.
• Assist with anxiety, anger management and impulse control.
• Develop healthy relationship skills by respecting self and others.
• Utilise activities to assist with spatial awareness, sensory perception, and hand/eye co-ordination.
• Assist individuals with dexterity and gross motor skills, body stability, and to increase postural muscle strength and stamina.
What to expect from a session
Together, we will begin to focus on your goals at a pace with which you are comfortable; you are the priority. You will meet the horses and the session may involve grooming the horses, leading the horses, playing with the horses, simply being with the horses or even engaging with the horses from outside the paddock. When you are ready and comfortable, ridden activities will assist with balance, strength and confidence. You are invited to explore and engage at your own pace and your safety and comfort are our top concerns.
Some of our clients have been referred to our program through:
- NDIS Coordinators
- Mental & Allied Health Professionals
- Psychologists
- Therapists
- Addiction Centres
- Agencies
- School Counsellors
- Department of Communities & Justice
Contact info
Deb: 0439 863 370
Rod: 0409 046 556
admin@horsesinspiringhumans.com.au
Deb and Rod O'Malley
3648 Oxley Hwy
Hyndmans Creek NSW 2446