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Could YOU donate the cost of a bag of apples to our nonprofit program? Rescuing horses; healing humans! We treat severe psychological trauma in humans, by giving rescue horses at nonprofit barns a new life as healing partners, providing sustainability for all involved! Equusolutions, Inc has been a Fl 501 (c) (3) since 2016, as the word got out, and need for expansion exploded! Our program was originally cofounded in 2009 as a not-for-profit by a clinical psychologist specializing in trauma treatment (darlenewilliamsphd.com, boldjourney.com/meet-darlene-williams-2/ ) , along with equine specialists trained & certified in the EAGALA model. We have now grown into a 501 (c) (3) co-op!
EQUUSOLUTIONS, Inc., Nonprofit Co-op 501(c)3.
EQUINE CO-FACILITATED LEARNING AND PSYCHOTHERAPY...What is it?
Equine Assisted modalities, presented by Equusolutions, Inc., utilize rescue horses experientially for emotional growth and learning. It is a collaborative effort between licensed therapists and equine professionals working with clients and horses to address treatment goals. All interventions are done on the ground, so no prior experience with horses is necessary. We can adapt interventions to various physical/age conditions/needs.
See the YouTube interview of Dr. Williams regarding Horse Corps, our program for military women with PTSD/MST: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l9rPZe1NWDk
Equusolutions was originally co-founded in 2009 to address complex trauma issues such as PTSD and other chronic emotional/psychological traumas. A considerable majority of the trauma survivors were military women; as a result, Horse Corps (horsecorps.com) was developed to accommodate these clients, and has been subsidized since by Dr. Williams' practice (Dr. Williams being a volunteer clinician for givenhour.org).
These therapy sessions help not only female veterans but all military, past and present and also individuals, couples and groups looking to cope with and recover from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) or any other type of mental trauma, including, but not limited to: natural disasters, human trafficking, etc-
Along the way, Dr. Williams met with (now retired) Florida Representative David Jolly along with (now retired) U.S. Army Major Tice Ridley to discuss the value of alternative therapies such as equine-assisted psychotherapy; that conversation ignited motivation for a bill introduced in congress, now passed & known as the Cover Act at the time (now referred to as The Mission Act). The Cover Act supported alternative therapies for veterans, so they can choose the type of treatments they receive for their various mental health needs.
For more details about how using horses to heal can help, listen to this Veteran tell his story. Horses that heal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZnFFMOLhvd4
Thanks to these programs that have become so successful, they have become popular as an option for mental health therapy. However, these programs are non-profit, volunteer-based, and rely heavily on donations to fund the costs associated with the nonprofit barns & equines utilized. All proceeds collected are utilized to subsidize treatment for those otherwise unable to pay, as Equusolutions, Inc has long-standing, ongoing, private donors who donate office space, & overhead/admin costs for our program. Even the smallest donation, as in the price of a bag of apples for our equine co-therapists, helps tremendously to offset costs, as every penny adds up! As per Benjamin Franklin: "Take care of the pennies, & the dollars take care of themselves"! Donate here, via check dropped/mailed to our admin office in Palm Harbor, Fl (see equusolutions.com) or call/text Linda direct for cr card donations/Venmo, anytime! (we can provide a receipt for your taxxes-)
Visit https://equusolutions.com/ to view other media, (as well as prior retreat/workshop events-), unsolicited client testimonials, or to donate to Equusolutions, Inc. From our website, you have multiple avenues to contribute, like our GoFundMe page and our Mighty Cause website by visiting https://www.mightycause.com/organization/Equusolutions.
DEC 2025 Update! A virtual hug to all who supported us this year, via our handcrafted jewelry, keychain, tshirts , and book preorders to benefit the equines, humans, & communities tirelessly served by our programs! See these links for more details, & /or to order for stocking stuffers!
Jewelry, custom keychain: https://goghjewelrydesign.com/products/wild-and-free-horse-lover-necklace
https://goghjewelrydesign.com/products/lapis-lazuli-bracelet-with-a-magical-seahorse-ocean-inspired-jewelry
>>>Use code HORSE to save 20% when ordering!
Long sleeve tshirts:
***& HOT-OFF-THE-PRESS FOR CHRISTMAS 2025!! Do you have a child dealing with grief or loss? Our cofounder is penning a childrens book series, based on genuine nature encounters, that promote healing of emotional/psychological issues; each includes a handcrafted crystal bracelet relevant to the issue being addressed! The 1st edition addresses grief &/or loss (go here for a quick view of video version of cover, & main character of the series): https://youtube.com/shorts/SiffLkHhteM?feature=share).
This 1st edition is being released Dec 2025 before Christmas. It will be available in Kindle, Audible, Spotify, etc- versions as well, and purchasable on Amazon, so stay tuned, and as always: we thank everyone SO very much for whatever support you can give, even the cost of a bag of apples for our hard working equines!! "Every little piece helps promote peace" for ALL of our survivors being served.., : >)
HAPPY HOLIDAYS, ALL!! : D Well 2024 has certainly been a doozy, and can you believe it is Giving Tuesday again already?? We trust this finds everyone doing well! And for this year, Gogh Jewelry Design has graciously crafted some lovely, unique holiday gifts to support our cause, and is offering a unique promo code, just for our donors/supporters! (see below-) if you can keep us in your hearts for the holidays: even the cost of a bag of apples helps support our programs, the rescues, & the nonprofit barns that house them in a meaningful way, & we thank u all so very much for your interest & support of our nonprofit co-op!! *plz kindly post & forward as well, if able! Much gratitude!!
Use code HORSE to save 20% when ordering ;-)
Warmly,
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