Transform Your Journey with Equine-Assisted Therapy

Whether you're seeking help for depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, or substance abuse, our compassionate team and gentle horses are here to support your healing journey.

Who We Are

  • At Together We Can Therapy, we are dedicated to providing compassionate and effective equine-assisted psychotherapy to individuals and groups seeking healing and growth. Our practice is built on the belief that the unique bond between humans and horses can facilitate profound emotional and psychological healing.

  • Our therapy sessions are designed to address a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, grief, anger management, and substance abuse. We use evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Informed Care, and Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT) to help our clients unlearn unhealthy behaviors and develop healthier coping mechanisms. Our equine-assisted therapy sessions offer a unique and powerful way to explore and address these challenges in a supportive and nurturing environment.

  • Our promise to you is grounded in our core values: living in the present, grounding, letting go, acceptance, forgiveness, compassion, genuineness, love, tolerance, working towards your fears and failures, vulnerability, patience, and breathing. We are committed to helping you fix the internal so that you can fix the external, and we strive to make you comfortable in uncomfortability.

  • Jacob Bailey holds an Master’s Degree (MA) in Clinical Mental Health and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). He is a Certified Addiction Specialist (CAS) and a Domestic Violence Approved Provider (DVAP) at the associate level. Additionally, Jacob is certified by the Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association (EAGALA). His specialties include CBT, DBT, Trauma-Informed Care, Addiction, Animal-Assisted Psychotherapy, MRT, DV MRT, Depression, Anxiety, Grief/Loss, Anger Management, and Parenting.

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Our Mission

Our mission is to help you unlearn the behaviors that are causing disturbances in your life. By working on the internal, we believe you can transform the external. We are here to support you in becoming comfortable with uncomfortability, fostering growth and healing through our specialized equine-assisted psychotherapy services.

Individual Therapy

Depression & Anxiety

What It Is: Depression and anxiety are common mental health conditions that can profoundly affect your daily life, causing persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and overwhelming worry.

How We Treat It: Our equine-assisted therapy offers a unique approach to addressing depression and anxiety. Through gentle interaction with horses, you'll engage in activities that promote mindfulness, emotional regulation, and self-reflection. Combined with evidence-based therapies like CBT and DBT, our sessions help you develop healthier coping mechanisms and find renewed hope and balance.

Trauma & PTSD

What It Is: Trauma and PTSD result from experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event, leading to distressing memories, flashbacks, and heightened anxiety that disrupts daily living.

How We Treat It: We utilize trauma-informed care in our equine-assisted therapy to create a safe and supportive environment for healing. Horses, with their intuitive nature, help you reconnect with your emotions and build trust. Our tailored sessions, incorporating therapeutic approaches like DBT and MRT, guide you through processing trauma, reducing symptoms, and fostering resilience.

Grief & Loss

What It Is: Grief and loss are profound emotional responses to losing someone or something significant, which can lead to feelings of emptiness, sadness, and difficulty moving forward.

How We Treat It: Our equine-assisted therapy provides a comforting space to navigate the complex emotions of grief. Horses offer non-judgmental companionship and support, aiding in emotional expression and healing. Coupled with therapeutic techniques focused on acceptance and letting go, our sessions help you honor your loss while finding a path to renewed purpose and joy.

Group Therapy

DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy)

What It Is: DBT is a comprehensive cognitive-behavioral treatment that focuses on building skills in mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness.

How We Treat It: Our group DBT sessions incorporate equine-assisted activities to enhance the learning and application of DBT skills. Working with horses helps you stay present, manage emotions, and practice healthy communication. Together, we create a supportive environment where you can develop and refine the skills needed for a more balanced and fulfilling life.

Anger Management

What It Is: Anger management group therapy helps individuals understand and manage their anger, reducing its negative impact on their lives and relationships.

How We Treat It: Our equine-assisted anger management sessions provide a unique and effective approach to understanding and controlling anger. Working with horses teaches patience, self-awareness, and emotional regulation. In a supportive group setting, participants learn strategies to manage their anger constructively and improve their interpersonal relationships.

CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)

What It Is: CBT is a structured, goal-oriented therapy that helps individuals identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors.

How We Treat It: Our group CBT sessions incorporate equine-assisted activities to enhance cognitive and behavioral change. Interacting with horses helps participants challenge negative thoughts, build confidence, and develop practical problem-solving skills. Through collaborative group exercises, individuals work towards achieving their personal and therapeutic goals.

Trauma

What It Is: Group therapy for trauma addresses the lasting impact of traumatic experiences, providing a space for individuals to process and heal from their past.

How We Treat It: In our trauma-focused group therapy, equine-assisted activities play a crucial role in the healing process. Horses, with their gentle and intuitive nature, help participants build trust, develop resilience, and process trauma in a safe and nurturing environment. Guided by trauma-informed care principles, our sessions promote emotional healing and recovery.

MRT (Moral Reconation Therapy)

What It Is: MRT is an evidence-based cognitive-behavioral program designed to enhance moral reasoning, improve decision-making, and foster positive behavioral changes.

How We Treat It: Our group MRT sessions integrate equine-assisted therapy to reinforce the principles of moral reconation. Interacting with horses encourages accountability, empathy, and personal growth. Through structured activities and group discussions, participants work on developing a stronger moral compass and making healthier life choices.

Substance Abuse/Relapse Prevention

What It Is: Group therapy for substance abuse and relapse prevention focuses on supporting individuals in recovery, helping them maintain sobriety and prevent relapse.

How We Treat It: Our equine-assisted group therapy sessions for substance abuse and relapse prevention provide a supportive and empowering environment for recovery. Horses offer a calming presence and a non-judgmental space for self-exploration. Combined with evidence-based relapse prevention strategies, our sessions help participants build resilience, strengthen coping skills, and maintain long-term sobriety.

About Jacob

  • Jacob Bailey, MA, LPC, CAS, DVAP, EAGALA Certified

    Jacob Bailey is a dedicated and compassionate therapist with a profound love for helping others. With a unique approach that integrates equine-assisted therapy, Jacob has touched the lives of many individuals seeking healing and growth. His journey into the world of therapy began with a deep appreciation for the therapeutic power of animals, particularly horses, and their ability to foster emotional connection and transformation.

  • Jacob holds a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health, and he is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). His extensive training includes certifications as a Certified Addiction Specialist (CAS) and a Domestic Violence Approved Provider (DVAP) at the associate level. Additionally, Jacob is certified by the Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association (EAGALA), underscoring his expertise in equine-assisted therapy.

  • Jacob's therapeutic approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Informed Care, and Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT). He specializes in addressing a wide range of issues, such as depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, anger management, grief and loss, and parenting challenges. Jacob’s therapy sessions are characterized by their emphasis on living in the present, grounding, letting go, acceptance, forgiveness, compassion, genuineness, love, tolerance, and working towards one’s fears and failures.

  • Jacob’s passion for equine therapy stems from his belief in the profound bond between humans and horses. He views horses as intuitive beings that can mirror human emotions and facilitate deep emotional healing. Through equine-assisted therapy, Jacob helps his clients develop mindfulness, emotional regulation, and self-awareness in a supportive and nurturing environment.

  • Jacob’s core values include patience, vulnerability, and breathing, all of which are integral to his therapeutic practice. He is committed to helping his clients unlearn unhealthy behaviors and work on their internal struggles to achieve external improvements. His mission is to guide individuals towards becoming comfortable with discomfort, fostering resilience, and embracing personal growth.

  • Jacob Bailey is dedicated to creating a safe and compassionate space for his clients to explore their emotions, heal from past traumas, and build healthier futures. His innovative use of equine-assisted therapy, combined with his extensive clinical training, makes him a trusted and effective therapist for those seeking meaningful change in their lives. Whether through individual or group therapy sessions, Jacob is committed to supporting each client’s unique journey towards healing and self-discovery.

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