We focus on certain cognitive functions, including:

  • Attention
  • Body schema
  • Decision making
  • Executive functioning
  • Following directions
  • Insight
  • Judgment
  • Memory
  • Problem solving
  • Patience
  • Sequencing
  • Task completion

And we incorporate a “spiritual” element that focuses on well-being:

  • Participation within nature
  • Connection with animals/people
  • Mindfulness/presence
  • Care-giving
  • Cooperation
  • Leadership
  • Partnership with horse and humans
  • Responsibility
  • Respect
  • Trust
  • Team building

The emotional well-being of each participant is considered including:

  • Choice making
  • Goal setting
  • Hopefulness
  • Intuition
  • Motivation
  • Mood regulation
  • Safety awareness
  • Self-confidence
  • Self-awareness
  • Self-esteem

And finally, behavioral aspects of each child are brought to bear including:

  • Impulse control
  • Limit setting
  • Relaxation
  • Self-discipline
  • Self-regulation