Equine Therapy is expanding in its reach.
Gestalt Equine Psychotherapy™ is expanding in its sophistication.
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Welcome to the Gestalt Equine Institute of the Rockies!
GEIR is a training institute for professionals and students in the psychotherapy, counseling, equine, nature and education fields. Upcoming Trainings: Aug 21-24, 2019 Nov 13-16, 2019 Feb 5-8, 2020 May 13-16, 2020 Aug 5-8, 2020 Nov 11-14, 2020 |
What is Gestalt Equine Psychotherapy(TM)?
Gestalt Therapy is defined as the process of exploring our experience in and of relationship while in relationship. Holding ‘I-Thou’ with the utmost respect, working to support growth in relationship, deepening contact, and inspiring creative choice are core tenants of this therapy. Gestalt Equine Psychotherapy (GEP) holds the above definition as fundamental as we integrate horses, and therefore nature, into the therapeutic process. Horses bring desire for relationship without prejudice, seeking contact and congruence as the only criteria for the creation of emotional intimacy. Nature exemplifies awareness and presence, providing an opening for us to move into contact and connection in the way in which we are designed - unburdened by layers of familial, societal, and systemic introjects. Horses and nature therefore allow the opportunity to re-create our original attachment with ourselves, the environment, and others when we have experienced emotional injury, relational rupture and/or loss. Gestalt Equine Psychotherapy is our journey into land/nature/equine- based relationship which provides the foundation to heal the nature of our being.
(Written by Duey Freeman and Kimberly Beck)
(Written by Duey Freeman and Kimberly Beck)
Why Choose GEIR?
- Become certified by one of the finest and most respected therapy training institutes
- Learn the power of Gestalt Theory as both a therapeutic modality and as a lifestyle
- Practice professional Gestalt Equine Psychotherapy without the requirement of an 'equine specialist'/3rd person in your client sessions
- Expand your work by learning to co-facilitate with horses AND nature
- Our institute is not just for therapists. We train counselors, coaches, graduate students, riding instructors, horse trainers, nature guides, wranglers, teachers and other animal-assisted professionals
- All our faculty are professional psychotherapists
- Carry a certification that Equisure Insurance company recognizes and supports
- Discover therapy and facilitation as a creative ART versus a protocol
- Learn high-level relational horsemanship skills and horse care
- Receive guidance and supervision on your unique program development and design
- Be supported in both your personal and professional growth
- Study with Gestalt, Equine and Psychotherapy expert Duey Freeman
Who is Duey Freeman, MA, LPC?
Under construction, more info coming soon!!!
