Welcome to our services page at Soaring Spirit Wellness. Discover the unique therapies we offer to support children's well-being.
Equine Assisted Therapy
Equine-assisted therapy, or horse therapy, provides a wide range of benefits for children. This approach blends physical activity, emotional bonding, and sensory experiences, creating a supportive environment that fosters holistic development. Interacting with horses helps children boost their confidence, enhance communication skills, and form meaningful social connections. The soothing presence of these gentle animals also helps reduce anxiety and create a sense of calm. Through structured, engaging activities, children can make significant strides in emotional regulation, self-esteem, and focus, all within a positive and nurturing setting. Horse therapy is a powerful tool that can help children with autism reach their full potential.
Nature-based Therapy
Nature-based therapy offers a powerful and distinctive way to support children. By immersing them in natural environments, this approach helps reduce stress, enhance focus, and improve overall well-being. Activities such as walking in the woods, gardening, or interacting with animals provide sensory-rich experiences that promote relaxation and emotional regulation. The peaceful, low-pressure environment encourages social interaction, communication, and creative expression. Additionally, nature-based therapy promotes physical activity, which is essential for motor skill development and overall health. By connecting children to the calming and stimulating elements of nature, this therapy helps them build confidence, acquire new skills, and fully engage with their surroundings.
Table Time Intervention
Our one-on-one table-based intervention provides a structured and supportive environment where children can work on behavioural and speech goals with strategies tailored specifically to their individual needs. With focused attention and personalized guidance, each session is designed to build confidence, communication skills, and emotional resilience—laying the foundation for long-term growth.
What truly sets our approach apart is the integration of nature-based breaks with horses. These therapeutic moments in a calm, outdoor setting offer more than just a breath of fresh air—they help children regulate emotions, reduce stress, and return to learning with renewed focus and energy. The bond formed with these gentle animals creates a powerful sense of connection and calm that enhances every part of the learning process.
By blending structured intervention with the healing presence of nature and animals, we offer more than just academic or developmental support—we foster growth in every part of a child’s being. Our approach nurtures the mind through meaningful learning, the body through movement and sensory experiences, and the soul through connection, confidence, and care.
Limited in-home sessions are available based on location and availability.
Reiki Healing
Reiki Healing (Nature-Based & Equine-Assisted)
As part of my holistic, child-centered therapy approach, I offer Reiki healing sessions within nature-based and equine-assisted environments. This gentle, energy-based modality supports emotional regulation, reduces anxiety, and helps calm the nervous system—creating a foundation for improved behavior and communication. When children feel safe and balanced, they’re more receptive to learning, engaging socially, and expressing themselves. Reiki in this setting can help reduce behavioral outbursts, increase focus, and support speech and language development by encouraging relaxation, emotional awareness, and a deeper mind-body connection. Combined with the calming presence of horses and the healing power of nature, Reiki becomes a powerful complement to both behavioural and speech therapy goals.
Benefits of Outdoor Play and Sensory Integration for Children
Outdoor play and sensory integration can provide numerous benefits for children with autism-related conditions, helping to support their development, well-being, and overall quality of life. Being in nature encourages physical activity, which supports motor skills and muscle development, while also reducing stress and anxiety. Outdoor environments often offer a range of sensory experiences, from the feel of grass underfoot to the sound of birds and the scent of flowers, which can help children develop sensory processing skills in a naturally engaging way. Sensory integration activities, such as climbing, swinging, or playing in sand or water, give children the opportunity to explore textures, movements, and sensations in a safe and enjoyable space, contributing to improved sensory regulation and better focus. Additionally, outdoor play fosters social interaction, as children practice turn-taking, sharing, and communication during group activities, which are crucial for building social skills. Overall, combining outdoor play with sensory integration can help children develop confidence, independence, and resilience while supporting their unique needs in a fun and therapeutic way.
How Horses Can Help Children Process Difficult Emotions and Situations
Horses have a unique ability to connect with humans on an emotional level, making them valuable companions for children facing challenging emotions or situations. Equine-assisted therapy provides a supportive and calming environment where children can build trust, develop self-awareness, and gain confidence. Horses are incredibly intuitive, able to sense and respond to human emotions, which creates a safe, non-judgmental space for children to feel understood. Through activities such as grooming, leading, or simply being near horses, children can learn to regulate their emotions, improve communication skills, and process difficult experiences. The structured interaction with these gentle animals also encourages problem-solving, patience, and resilience, which are essential for navigating life's challenges. Whether dealing with anxiety, trauma, or social difficulties, working with horses offers children a powerful way to heal and grow emotionally.
