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At E. A. S. E.
Carla Staats, MA, LCDC, CAP Behavioral Health Specialist www.TotalBehaviorConsulting.com |
At E.A.S.E. is an acronym which describes exactly what we are doing at Quantum Leap Farm: Equine Assisted Self Exploration. We are learning about ourselves, including our emotional and behavioral responses with the aid of horses. Horses have much to teach us about living in the moment, our approach to situations, relationships and other people through their authentic, non-judgmental feedback. The manner in which we approach a horse and build a relationship can give us insight into building successful human relationships. It is especially effective in learning more productive responses to potentially destructive emotions and behaviors, such as combat stress, anxiety, depression, anger and grief.
At E.A.S.E. sessions are a Cognitive Behavioral approach using horses to aid individuals in exploring their "self talk" or thoughts with exercises that naturally bring emotions to the surface. This awareness allows thinking to be examined in the moment. It is this thinking that drives emotions and behaviors that can be problematic to the function of the individual. If these thoughts are openly expressed and examined there is an opportunity to replace them with more rational thoughts and behaviors and to develop Emotional Intelligence. Participants are able to see their responses clearly in the moment and thus examine their effectiveness in other areas of their lives. At E.A.S.E. sessions are experienced on the ground, on a level playing field with the horse. Eye to eye, the horse helps us to discover our authentic selves. When we are our true selves we can best examine our old responses and try out new effective ways to put ourselves At EASE during stressful situations. At E.A.S.E. sessions are offered to individuals, couples and groups in two-hour weekly, or as-scheduled formats, for military families and/or service members. To schedule your At EASE session, contact Carla Staats at 727-512-8455, or at www.TotalBehaviorConsulting.com