The 8th Annual Gathering on Equine-Assisted Learning and

Equine-Assisted Mental Health Best Practices

The Gathering is dedicated to bringing committed professionals

together to explore, discover, and develop their best practices in

the fields of Equine-Assisted Learning

and Equine-Assisted Mental Health.

Speakers and presenters will gather

from near and far to provide a

platform for sharing experiential,

theoretical, and foundational

knowledge and experiences in their

fields of expertise.

Dates: May 16-19, 2011

Times: May 16 – 2 pm start time / May 19 – 3 pm end time

Location: Chauncey Ranch – Mayer, Arizona

Registration Fee:

$650.00 (All inclusive fee: ranch accommodations, meals, and materials)

$450 P.C. Students (All inclusive fee: ranch accommodations, meals, and materials)

CEU/Clock Hours Available: $25 (advanced registration required)

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Postdated May 1st 2010 (registration are still being accepted)

Further Information about the Gathering: Nina Ekholm Fry, 928-350-2275 /

nfry@prescott.edu / www.prescott.edu/cls

Keynote speakers are Dr. Allan Hamilton and Dr. Jane Hamilton. The topic of the

Hamilton’s presentation is: “Right Brain, Right Horse” – Exploring

the scientific, psychological, and spiritual lessons behind the unique connections among horses and humans; how we can learn

from these lessons to help transform lives. Dr. Allan Hamilton, a Harvard-trained brain surgeon and a Professor in Neurosurgery,

and his wife, Dr. Jane Hamilton, a clinical psychologist, run a small ranch on the outskirts of Tucson,

Rancho Bosque, where they raise

Lipizzan horses and pasture-raised pedigree Angus cattle. The

Hamilton’s have developed programs for troubled youth, cancer patients, physicians, and business leaders with

equine-assisted experiences. Their partnership as husband and wife and horseman and psychotherapist has

been featured in Western Horseman, Equus, Practical Horseman as well as on PBS, CNN, and NBC television.

They have held equine clinics across the United States and abroad.

Workshop Presentations:

The Physiology of the Horse-Human Bond as Revealed by Heart Rate Variability, Brain Waves

and the Energy Healing Process with Ann Linda Baldwin, PhD

In this workshop, participants will:

Experience how heart and brain wave frequencies reflect emotional, mental and spiritual states.

Learn what cutting edge scientific research reveals about two different types of energy healing and

how interacting with horses can replicate the effects of energy healing on heart rhythm.

Develop sensitivity to energy field interactions, with the help of mental exercises and simple

technology, to deepen communication with horses and others.

Ann Baldwin is a Research Professor of Physiology with joint appointment in Psychology at the University

of Arizona, and director of Mind-Body-Science.

Horses as Yogis: Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy and Yoga

for Trauma with Nancy Coyne, MD

This workshop focuses on the experiential practice of yoga with

horses to learn how to incorporate this ancient practice with equine

facilitated psychotherapy.

Nancy Coyne is a board certified psychiatrist and trauma specialist,

and provides equine facilitated psychotherapy.

Equine Assisted Psychotherapy in Private Practice with Molly

DePrekel, MA, LP

This workshop addresses the nuts and bolts of private practice,

including equines in therapy work. CPT billing codes, insurance and

treatment planning are also discussed. This workshop is a

combination of lecture, small group discussion, and participant

participation. Participants are engaged in interactive exercises and

small group discussions.

Molly DePrekel is a licensed psychologist in private practice at the

Midwest Center for Trauma and Emotional Healing, as well as at

Featherbrook farm.

Mind & Body-Based Interventions in Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy w/ Molly DePrekel, MA, LP

This workshop engages participants in interactive exercises that can be applied to Mental Health practice.

Through discussion, experiential activities, play and equine work, participants will have a basic knowledge

of how to apply interactive exercises to their work in Equine-assisted Psychotherapy. The principles of

somatic practice, mindfulness, and expressive arts will be addressed. Participants will engage in activities

that involve TTouch, Yoga Calm, Sensimotor Psychotherapy, and play.

Molly DePrekel is a licensed psychologist in private practice at the Midwest Center for Trauma and

Emotional Healing, as well as at Featherbrook farm.

Equine-Assisted Transpersonal Psychology for At-Risk Youth: Fostering Connection to

Something Greater Than the Self with Mica Graves, MA and Max Woodfin

The Rocky Mountain Equi-Rhythm program partners with schools in Boulder, Colorado to harness the

power of relationships with nature, animals, and people to promote personal growth, enhance the school

atmosphere, and improve student performance. Respect for all life forms and an understanding of

interconnectedness provide the basis for establishing group behavioral norms. A mix of equine-assisted

activities, service learning, and circle time increase youths’ awareness, sense of self, personal

responsibility, and empathy for others. Workshop participants learn about developing programs for school

groups and will engage in sample activities.

Mica Graces works at Rocky Mountain Equi-Rhythm as well as in private practice with equine-assisted

activities and therapy.

Max Woodfin is a Master’s student in the Transpersonal Counseling Psychology program at Naropa

University and works at Rocky Mountain Equi-Rhythm.

Treating Trauma Utilizing Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy with E. Rand Gurley, LCSW, Psy.D

Description coming soon

E. Rand Gurley is a licensed clinical social worker in private practice. She is the President of Healing

Partner's Equestrian Program, a non-profit providing equine facilitated psychotherapy to all populations

that are appropriate.

Using Conceptual Models to Enhance EAL with Pam McPhee, MS

The focus of this workshop is to explore designing and implementing sessions using models and theories

as a framework. Conceptual models that will be highlighted are: resiliency for people living with cancer,

Theory U for Relational Leadership, and Emotional Intelligence (EI) for people in corporations.

Pam McPhee a faculty member at the University of New Hampshire and the director of The Browne Center,

working with populations such as corporations, non-profits, school administrations and governmental

agencies who are looking to improve the human side of their work. She has worked for the National

Outdoor Leadership School, Outward Bound, and the Wilderness Education Association.

Objective Measurements of Effects of Equine-assisted Interactions with Patricia Pendry, PhD

Drawing from developmental, social cognitive and psychobiological perspectives, this workshop is

designed to provide practitioners with dynamic, hands-on experiences on how to incorporate

measurement in participants’ existing equine assisted interventions. Particular emphasis is placed on

salivary sampling techniques in naturalistic settings for the purpose of measuring individual changes in

physiological functioning, such as the production of stress hormones (e.g., cortisol). A mixture of direct

instruction, hands-on practice of salivary sampling, group work, feedback, and critical reflection will help

participants strengthen their knowledge about objective measurement, and its value in demonstrating

positive contributions of equine assisted practices.

Patricia Pendry is a developmental psychologist and faculty member of the Human Development

Department at Washington State University.

Turning Treatment and Educational Goals into Session or Lesson Plans with Susanne S.

Haseman MEd, LCMHC, CEIP-MH

This workshop uses discussion and practice in session/lesson design, thus helping participants move from

therapy and education goals to attaining the desired outcomes in actual sessions. Participants learn a

process they can use to develop long range and short term plans for actual sessions or lessons and will

consider the components of selecting activities, equines, settings, interpersonal interactions, processing,

and outcome measurement. Participants practice the process in large and small groups, and then discuss

how it can be adapted to their own practice.

Susanne Haseman, is a licensed clinical mental health counselor in private practice providing animal-

assisted therapy and equine-assisted therapy.

Chemical Dependency and EAMH with Nancy Waite-O’Brien, PhD, CEIP-MH

Equine-Assisted Therapy can assist alcoholics and addicts reconnect with sensations and feelings that have

been blocked by long-term use of addictive substances. This workshop presents a model that

demonstrates the power of addictive disease and helps patients become aware of information available to

them through physical and emotional awareness.

Nancy Waite-O’Brien is a licensed psychologist and a Certified Equine Interaction Professional – Mental

Health. She has a private practice in Palm Desert, California and provides Equine Assisted Therapy to

Michael’s House, a drug and alcohol treatment center in Palm Springs, California.

Horses as Mental Health Therapy Partners: On Love, Lies, and a Fair Shake with Joanne

Tortorici Luna, PhD, LP

What makes for a fair and ethical relationship with the horse as a work partner? This interactive

workshop explores ethical issues in working with horses as co-therapists. Popular human beliefs about

“anthropomorphism” are examined in light of existing literature and field experiences. Using scenarios,

groups of participants will discuss ethical dilemmas and begin to identify recommendations.

Joanne Tortorici Luna is a licensed psychologist and a Professor at California State University, Long Beach.

Mindfulness, the Threat Response & the Brain with Shannon Knapp, MA, and Tracy Weber, PhD

Mindfulness requires both serenity & concentration; in a threatened state, people are much more likely to

be 'mindless'.” How can we support our clients in change? By providing them with opportunities to

recognize both the Threat Response and Mindful Attention in their lives. We'll look at recent research

about Mindfulness & the Brain, and how Equine Assisted Practices can enhance learning & support change,

then we'll play with these ideas in practice with horses.

Shannon Knapp is founder and president of both Horse Sense of the Carolinas, Inc., and Horse Sense

Business Sense, LLC, as well as a graduate advisor for Prescott College’s Equine-assisted Learning

program. Tracy Weber is the founder of Kaleidoscope Learning Circle, LLC, as well as an advisor for

Prescott College, Northwood University, Michigan State University and Rochester Institute of Technology.

Storytelling and Equine-assisted Learning with Lynn Baskfield, MA

Storytelling is an ancient art that kept the soul of the people in indigenous cultures alive. Today, with the

emphasis on sound bites and bullet points, it is easy to forget the power of our stories. When we tell

stories about our experiences with the horses, it is a way to honor what happened, recognize the insights

and shifts that occurred, and keep the learning alive in real life. In this workshop, attendees will be able to

recognize the elements that make a story work and hone a story of their own to tell. They will also come

to understand the importance of story in EAL, both as a tool for the client to keep their learning alive and

for the practitioner to be able to convey the power of this work to others.

Lynn Baskfield is a certified life coach specializing in equine guided education, and the co-owner of

Wisdom Horse Coaching, Minneapolis, MN

Becoming More Equine-Centered: A Curriculum to Enrich Experiential Learning Programs and

the Equines They Employ with Jayna Wekenman

This workshop introduces a curriculum written for organizational understanding of concepts and theories

that influence equine behavior and engagement in experiential learning programming. An experiential

exercise from the curriculum will be facilitated. This is a Master’s thesis presentation.

Jayna Wekenman is a graduate student in the Equine-assisted Learning concentration at Prescott College

PRELIMINARY Gathering Schedule: This a preliminary schedule, the full schedule will be provided on site at the start of the conference.

Breakfast 7:00-8:15

Session I 8:30-10:00 (parallel sessions)

Session 2 10:30-12:00 (parallel sessions)

Lunch 12:30-1:45

Session 3 2:00-5:00 (parallel sessions)

Dinner 6:00- Social Program

Monday Sign In Opens at 11:00 am

Opening Session Keynote (arena)

Keynote

Tuesday Breakfast

#1 The Physiology of the Horse-Human Bond (Anne Baldwin)

#2 Treatment & Educational Goals (Suzanne Haseman) #3 Storytelling and EAL (Lynn Baskfield).

AAT & Private Practice Molly DePrekel)

Mindfulness, Threat Response & Brain (Shannon Knapp and Tracy Weber)

Lunch

Chemical Dependency & EAMH (Nancy Waite-O’Brien)

Treating Trauma Utilizing Equine Facilitated Psycho-therapy (E. Rand Gurley)

Awards Dinner

Wednesday Breakfast Ethics Panel Horses as Yogis (Nancy Coyne

Using Conceptual Models to Enhance EAL (Pam McPhee)

Lunch

Treating Trauma Utilizing Equine Facilitated Psycho-therapy (E. Rand Gurley)

Chemical Dependency & EAMH (Nancy Waite-O’Brien)

BBQ & Hoedown

Thursday Breakfast

#1 Equine-Assisted Transpersonal Psychology for At-Risk Youth (Mica Graves & Max Woodfin)

#2 Msrment of Effects in EAL (Patricia Pendry) #3 Curriculum for Equine Experiential Learning (Jayna Wekenman)

Mind and Body-Based Interventions in EAP (Molly DePrekel)

Horses as Therapy Partners, Ethics (Joanne Tortorici Luna)

Lunch Closing Session Ends at 3:00 pm

The Gathering site:

Chauncey Ranch is a 5000-acre YMCA camp

and retreat facility located on the Agua Fria River and surrounded by cottonwood trees,

willows, pastures, and open desert. Chauncey Ranch is situated on Old Sycamore

Road, in Mayer, Arizona.

Directions from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport: Take I-17 North until Junction 69. Take SR

69, direction Prescott, and drive approximately 4 miles until making a right-

hand turn onto Old Sycamore Road. There is

a large flag on the left side of the road, and a Fire Station on the right. The road can be

rough, and caution should be taken after rainfall. Chauncey Ranch is situated 4 miles from SR 69, and approximately 80 miles from the Airport.

LODGING:

The registration fee includes rustic cabin style accommodation at the Gathering site.

Each cabin is equipped with bunk beds, bed linens are provided. Cabin space will not be subject to reservation. Cabins are occupied on a first come-first serve basis. Community

bath and shower facilities are located in proximity to the cabins. Please bring your own bath towel and anything else you may need.

If you would prefer alternative lodging, Creekside Preserve is located approximately 7 miles from the Gathering site. Their

rates start at $69. More information at: http://www.creeksidepreserve.com/ or 928-632-0777.

MEALS:

The registration fee includes all meals throughout the

Gathering. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served each full conference day. Meals are provided from dinner on Monday

16th through lunch on Thursday 19th. Basic dietary needs may

be accommodated with advanced notice. Please note any dietary needs on your registration from. The menu for the

Gathering will emphasize healthy, local, and responsibly grown foods.

Registration Information:

To register for the Gathering, please download, complete, and submit the Registration

Form and Participant Agreement. The registration form is included in this document and

both forms can be found at: http://www.prescott.edu/cls/. The registration deadline is postdated May 1st (registration are still being accepted). Please note: there will be

no refunds granted after May 1st.

Please mail the Registration Form, Participant Agreement, and payment to:

Cheryl Schwartz Prescott College Lifelong Learning Center 220 Grove Avenue, Prescott, AZ 86301

About Prescott College: Prescott College offers a residential undergraduate program at its main

campus in Prescott, Arizona, as well as low-residency bachelor’s and

master’s in areas including Environmental Studies, Cultural and

Regional Studies, Arts and letters, and Human Development, and

doctoral degrees in Sustainability Education. The Equine-Assisted Learning and Equine-Assisted Mental Health areas of the

curriculum include both Master of Arts and Post-Graduate Certificate programs. Both

programs blend a comprehensive theoretical frame with hands-on experience under the guidance of international leaders in the field. The Equine-Assisted Mental Health

concentration allows students seeking licensure as a psychotherapist or in Counseling/Psychology to develop competence in the rapidly evolving field of equine-

assisted mental health. All programs emphasize student-directed, experience-based learning, environmental and cultural awareness, and social justice. www.prescott.edu.

CONTACT:

For more information about the conference, please contact:

Nina Ekholm Fry, 928-350-2275 nfry@prescott.edu

The 8th Annual Gathering on Equine-Assisted Learning and

Equine-Assisted Mental Health Best Practices

May 16-19, 2011 Chauncey Ranch in Mayer, Arizona

Please complete all sections of the form and mail the registration form, participant agreement, and payment to: Cheryl Schwartz, Prescott College Lifelong Learning Center, 220 Grove Avenue, Prescott, AZ 86301.

Please contact Paul Smith, psmith@prescott.edu or Nina Ekholm Fry, 928-350-2275 nfry@prescott.edu with any questions.

Date & Registration Fee: May 16-19, 2011 $650.00 ($450.00 Prescott College Students) All inclusive fee: ranch accommodations, meals, and materials

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