Horse-assisted coaching and loss
Horse-assisted coaching for loss and grief at a força, in The Hague and Leiden. Grief is about more than the death of someone close: any intense sorrow that changes your sense of self counts. With a horse, sorrow may be felt without words, and without fear of being misunderstood.
Grieving is about more than losing someone close to you. Any situation that brings intense sorrow and changes your sense of self can lead to stagnation and, in the worst case, to psychological or physical complaints.
Together with the horses we work on the tasks of grieving.
Together we look for where the sticking points are and where tension can be released, so that the client can move through the grieving process.
How does it help?
The role of horses in this work
In times of loss and grief, finding support and understanding can be an enormous challenge. Traditional forms of grief coaching offer a listening ear and professional guidance, but often that isn't enough to be able to grieve.
Horses are exceptionally sensitive beings, able to mirror human emotions and respond to subtle non-verbal signals. That quality makes them perfect partners in a grieving process. In the context of processing loss they offer a unique kind of comfort: a judgement-free space in which sorrow may be felt and expressed without words, and above all without fear of condemnation or incomprehension.
The possibility of processing loss in a non-verbal way is what makes the difference.
Many people find it hard to talk about their sorrow and feel misunderstood by those around them. Horses offer an alternative form of communication and understanding. In addition, the physical presence of a horse offers a form of comfort and safety, in which feelings of stress and anxiety are drastically reduced.
Practical information
Our sessions are offered in a serene, natural setting where calm and space come first. We understand the importance of flexibility and adaptability in our coaching, and our programmes are tailored to the individual needs of each client. Coaching is available in Dutch, English and French, which allows us to serve a wide range of clients.
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