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About Horsepower For Healing
HorsePower for Healing in Punta Gorda, Florida provides unique, non profit equine assisted therapy to people experiencing mental health disorders, addiction, and co-occurring conditions.
They offer a helping hand and hoof for those seeking emotional, physical, and psychological healing. They provide individuals and group counseling and experiential therapies that include bonding with horses and people, self confidence building, and team building exercises.
These horses are more than an addiction treatment tool. They just might prevent someone with a substance use disorder from becoming another statistic. With licensed mental health counselors in the saddle to accompany you alongside fellows on the recovery path, trips to the creek provide therapeutic value to clients and equestrian allies alike.
Many people may go for the more adept horsemanship options, which may provide a new and exciting hobby that bolsters your sense of achievement and inner strength. Others may just appreciate a friendly ear, even if it’s connected to the long, flowing mane of a retired thoroughbred that’s been adopted by caring ranch owners.
One combat veteran said they were revived by the presence of horses and the unique benefits of time spent with them, as well as relieved of the weight of their persistent troubling thoughts. Clients have overwhelmingly positive things to say and celebrate the fact that their organization is expanding.
Insurance & Financials
Self-pay options 
Medicare
Levels of Care
Outpatient
Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.
Programs
Adolescence program
Adult program
Children program
Treatment
Mental Health and Substance Abuse
A combined mental health and substance abuse rehab has the staff and resources available to handle individuals with both mental health and substance abuse issues. It can be challenging to determine where a specific symptom stems from (a mental health issue or an issue related to substance abuse), so mental health and substance abuse professionals are helpful in detangling symptoms and keeping treatment on track.
Clinical Services
Equine Therapy
Equine therapy, aka equine-assisted therapy (EAT), is a form of experiential therapy that involves interactions and activities with horses. It does not necessarily involve riding horses, but all activities related to horses, such as feeding, grooming, haltering and leading them. A mental health professional frequently oversees the activities (often in conjunction with a horse professional), and helps patients process their thoughts, feelings, and behavior patterns during and/or after the interaction.
Family Therapy
Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.
Individual Therapy
In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.
Contact
(941) 740-9433 
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