The Clinical Practice of Equine-Assisted Therapy: Including Horses in Human Healthcare - Softcover

Hallberg, Leif

Softcover

ISBN 10: 113867463X ISBN 13: 9781138674639

Publisher: Routledge, 2017

Synopsis

The Clinical Practice of Equine-Assisted Therapy bridges theory, research, and practical methods to fill a rapidly developing gap for physical, occupational, speech, and mental health professionals interested in incorporating horses in therapy. Extensively researched and citing over 300 peer-reviewed journal articles, it examines core issues such as terminology, scope of practice, competency recommendations, horse care ethics, and clinical practice considerations. This book is an essential resource for professionals who wish to use a best-practices approach to equine-assisted therapy.

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About the Author

Leif Hallberg, MA, LPC, LCPC, is an internationally acclaimed author, consultant, licensed mental health professional, and educator whose career has centered on the practice of equine-assisted activities and therapies. She is the author of Walking the Way of the Horse: Exploring the Power of the Horse-Human Relationship. Leif provides consultation services, offers individual sessions, teaches courses, and leads professional development trainings and workshops both nationally and internationally. She can be reached at www.leifhallberg.com.

Edition details

• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 113867463X
• ISBN 13: 9781138674639
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 242