Equine Services in Oklahoma
Offered in the Oklahoma City area, Ponca City area, and Beggs area.
Equine services use guided, ground-based interactions with horses to support emotional growth, self-awareness, confidence, regulation, and relationship skills. This service may be helpful for children, teens, and adults who connect well with experiential work and want a different setting than a traditional office session.
In-person & Telehealth appointments available.
15+ years serving Oklahoma • 100+ Therapists • Certified, Licensed & Insured • 5,000+ unique clients served yearly
At A Glance
- Who it’s for: children, teens, and adults who want an experiential, relationship-based approach
- What it helps with: confidence, self-awareness, emotional regulation, communication, boundaries, coping skills
- Format: ground-based interactions (no riding); typically in-person
- Where it’s offered: Oklahoma City area, Ponca City area, and Beggs area
- Frequency: often weekly or as scheduled based on program structure and provider availability
- Next step: request an appointment to confirm fit, structure, and what to expect
When Do People Choose Equine Services?
People often reach out for equine services when:
- Traditional talk therapy has felt hard to engage with
- Stress, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm make it hard to slow down
- They want support in building confidence and self-awareness
- They struggle with trust, connection, or communication
- They want a more hands-on, experiential approach
- A child or teen responds better to activity-based support
- They want help with emotional regulation and frustration tolerance
- They are looking for growth, healing, and skill-building in a different environment
If this sounds familiar, you don’t have to figure it all out before you reach out. We can help you determine whether this is a good fit.
This is an equine-assisted learning/skills program (not equine-assisted psychotherapy).
What Sessions Look Like Here
Equine services are experiential and goal-focused. Sessions commonly include interaction, guided reflection, and connecting insights to daily life—so what you learn can actually show up outside the session.
Typical scheduling is often weekly or based on the program structure and provider availability. The provider will guide the experience and help you connect what happens in session to your goals, relationships, stress, and coping.
Where Are Equine Services Offered?
Equine services are currently offered in the Oklahoma City area, Ponca City area, and Beggs area. When you reach out, we’ll help you confirm which location is the best fit and what scheduling options are available.
What To Expect In Your First Visit
Your first appointment helps you understand what participation looks like and whether it’s the right fit.
- You’ll talk about what brings you in and what you want help with
- The provider will explain how the equine service is structured and what participation looks like
- You’ll review safety expectations and what to wear or bring (if needed)
- The provider will begin identifying goals and whether this service feels like the right fit
- Next steps are usually scheduling ongoing sessions and clarifying whether the service will be skills-based, therapeutic, or part of a broader treatment plan
Fit and Safety
Best fit: people who want an experiential, relationship-based approach to support emotional growth, regulation, and self-awareness.
Not a fit / may need a different next step first:
- situations needing crisis stabilization first
- people who are not medically, emotionally, or practically able to participate safely in the equine setting
- needs better served by a different outpatient service or a higher level of care
If you are in immediate danger, call 911. If you or someone you know is in crisis or emotional distress, call or text 988.
Why Choose Improving Lives For Equine Services
Improving Lives emphasizes practical support, compassionate care, and helping people find services that fit real life, not a one-size-fits-all approach. Equine services can be a thoughtful option for clients who may benefit from a more experiential path to growth, especially when talk therapy hasn’t felt like the right match.
Frequently Asked Questions About Equine Services
Q:Is this equine-assisted psychotherapy with a licensed therapist, or an equine-assisted learning / skills program?
This is an equine-assisted learning / skills program.
Q:Do clients ride the horses, or is it ground-based interaction?
This program uses ground-based interactions.
Q: Who is equine services best for?
It may be a good fit for children, teens, and adults who connect with experiential work and want support with confidence, emotional regulation, communication, or self-awareness.
Q: Can equine services help with anxiety, trauma, or relationship issues?
It may be used to support those concerns alongside other therapies, such as individual psychotherapy.
Q: What should I wear or bring?
Comfortable, practical clothing and closed-toe shoes are usually appropriate. The program team will confirm any specific instructions.
Q: Where do you offer equine services?
Equine services are offered in the Oklahoma City area, Ponca City area, and Beggs area.
Q: Is equine services covered by insurance?
Coverage can vary depending on how the service is structured and billed. When you contact us, we’ll help you confirm the cost and payment options so you can make an informed decision. You can also review general coverage and payment details on our Insurance & Cost page.
Find a Therapist that’s right for you
Our clinicians are trained in many areas of counseling, and we’ll tailor care around you—your needs, your goals, your pace.
Our Counselors Offer Therapy Sessions From Several Offices In Oklahoma
Telehealth is also available all across Oklahoma.
Tulsa (Main Location)
Tulsa (East Location)
Broken Arrow
Elk City
Coweta
Oklahoma City
Bartlesville
Owasso
Pryor
Sapulpa
Tahlequah
Sallisaw
Need Immediate Help?
If you are in crisis and need immediate help, please
CALL OR TEXT 988
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