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720-295-6837
PlayTherapyBoulder[AT]gmail.com
1371 Hecla Dr, Suite F
Louisville, Colorado 80027
OTHER CAMP LOCATIONS:
Medicine Horse Program
8778 Arapahoe Road
Boulder, CO 80303
WINTER (OFF-SEASON) OFFICE ADDRESS:
1371 Hecla Dr
Ste F
Louisville, CO 80027
CAMPER AGES: 7-18
TYPE OF CAMP: Day Camp. Daily: 9am - 2pm.
CAMPER GENDER(S): All Girl Campers.
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: In each week long camp,we will be actively working on communication, empowerment, self-worth and self-regulation,. The girl’s will be working with the horses each day to develop confidence, self-esteem and leadership skills. This camp will support your daughter’s belief in herself as she explores new skills for relationship, conflict and more. The days will be full of fun and meaningful activities that will help your daughter thrive.
SPECIAL NEEDS CAMPERS: This is a therapeutic equine therapy camp available for girls struggling with self-esteem, confidence, relationships, anxiety, depression, and many other emotional struggles.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Horses/Equestrian, and more.
CAMP LOCATION: Medicine Horse Program
8778 Arapahoe Road
Boulder, CO 80303
Medicine Horse is located in Boulder, Colorado, on the South side of Arapahoe Road, between 75th and 95th.
CAMP FACILITIES: This camp is located at Medicine Horse in Boulder, CO. For more than 11 years, Medicine Horse Program has been dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of adolescents, families, and adults through unique equine-assisted experiences. They are a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
To meet the horses and see the site visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.medicinehorse.org
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: This camp is facilitated by 2 therapists and supported by horse handlers to provided your daughters the best support during this fun and transformative camp.
Girls' Empowerment Camp Schedule:
Monday: Touching in and Grounding
On the first day of camp we will be exploring how to care for the horses and how to care for ourselves. We will be doing grooming and art-work activities to explore and reflect on this important topic. In the afternoon we will work with the herd of horses and we will learn how to calm ourselves and how to safely be in relationship with the horses and each other.
Tuesday: Leadership and Embodiment
On this day we will be exploring leadership and what it means to be a leader. We will discuss personal power, body language and communication. We will spend the day working with these topics and learning to lead the horses in a safe and productive way.
Wednesday: Honesty and Conflict
On the third day of camp we will be exploring honesty and conflict. We will spend time educating the girl’s about their brain’s and their body’s reactions to fear and conflict, in an effort to teach them how to work with difficult emotions in a positive way. We will be “joining” with the horses on this day. This activity is all about honesty, connection and relationship.
Thursday: Feeling Powerful
On this day we will be working on the skills we have built so far and we will be increasing our horsemanship skills in preparation for riding on Day 5. In order to feel powerful we need to be able to calm ourselves, be a leader, and communicate honestly. We will use all of these skills in an activity with the horses, concentrating on communication, trust and self-worth.
Friday: Intimacy and Trust
The last day! On this day we will be riding all day long. We will be bringing in all of the tools we have built since Day 1 and we will be celebrating all we have learned and done in the 5 days.
Heather Gunther is a registered psychotherapist with 15 years experience working with children and teens in teaching, counseling and wilderness therapy settings. She has advanced training in synergetic play therapy, wilderness therapy, transpersonal counseling and theta healing. To learn more about Heather visit her website at: Our Camp Website Link: www.HealThroughPlay.com
Eve Ellis is a registered psychotherapist with 5 years experience working with children and teens in therapeutic settings and over 10 years experience working with children and teens in equine settings. She has advanced training in play therapy, wilderness therapy, equine assisted psychotherapy and transpersonal counseling. Eve finds the equine-human relationship both empowering and revealing, and loves working with the horses to help individuals build self-confidence and hope. To learn more about Eve Ellis visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.NatureofTherapy.com
CAMP LEADERSHIP CIT/LIT PROGRAMS: Camp focuses on girl leadership.
FAMILY CAMP SESSION(S): Each day parents will be given talking points to support their daughters in bringing the lessons of camp into their daily life. Parents will also be contacted before and after camp to discuss challenges and growth.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS: Heal Through Play also offers play therapy services through-out the year for children struggling with anxiety, anger, depression, aggression, sensory processing, autism, adoption, trauma, and other struggles that may be keeping a child from thriving. For more information visit: Our Camp Website Link: www.HealThroughPlay.com
OTHER CAMP INFO: WHAT IS EQUINE THERAPY?
Equine Therapy believes that the use of horses in therapy fosters personal growth and exploration. It can involve riding, lunging, leading, feeding, grooming and herd work dependent on each individual’s needs and desires. It occurs mostly outside in a field or a stall with horses. It has been known to assist many different people with a variety of needs and hopes in therapy.
WHY EQUINE THERAPY?
The horse is an intuitive creature known for its ability to connect with humans and maintain its wild and primal nature. The connection with the horse fosters increased self-esteem and confidence
Working with horses teaches the importance of appropriate boundaries. It increases an individual’s ability to express their needs and emotions clearly. Riding horses increases trunk control, fine motor control and balance. Equine Therapy creates real-life situations in which individuals must learn to develop and integrate life-skills.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
The camp costs: $500 for the week
Two week long camps are available:
Session 1: July 13th - 17th
Session 2: August 10th - 14th
For more information about detailed schedule, please visit Our Camp Website Link: www.HealThroughPlay.com and visit camps.
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