Spirit of the Phoenix - Equine Assisted Therapy
Healing With Horses
CONTACT US: 07596 900 835
Celebrating over 4,000 hours of healing with our horses!
Spirit of the Phoenix also celebrates it's 10th Birthday this year.
Spirit of the Phoenix is a place where people come to celebrate their uniqueness; to explore disability as an asset and not a liability.
We are an Equine Facilitated Therapy Centre, founded by Occupational Therapist and PATH qualified Hippotherapist Naomi Sharp.
Together, with the horses Matilda, Buzz Lightyear and Scrumpy we offer Equine Facilitated sessions in both Equine Assisted Learning and Equine Assisted Therapy.
The aim of Spirit of the Phoenix is to create a space for an individual to be able to face their obstacles and find truth and happiness in who they are.
We provide the opportunity for individuals to interact with horses, learn horsemanship, and overcome personal obstacles.
“Sometimes it’s the people no one imagines anything of who do the things that no one can imagine.” From the movie, The Imitation Game
We help people from a range of backgrounds including mental health, depression, abuse, autism, self esteem, OCD, brain injury, personality disorder, anxiety, learning disabilities, self harm, phobias, personal development, self love, communication, identity, confidence and relationships, right through to depression, panic attacks, emotional trauma, grief and even issues such as exam stress.
Through participating in Equine Assisted Therapy and Equine Assisted Learning we create opportunities to assist the individual in their personal growth.
The process of using the horse to help an individual to explore their inner obstacles, and create new routines to support their new self image.
Using Horsemanship skills to learn clear communication skills, verbal and non-verbal, self belief, value and confidence, and life skills.
For therapists, aspiring therapists or professionals who work in the additional needs sector: Providing a platform to build on and refine your own skill set. An opportunity for you to gain hands on experience or continue your professional development.
Perhaps you run a therapy group, or charity for people who may benefit from the opportunity to be outside and interact with the horses. Learn more about our Group Facilitated sessions and our 12 week natures law course.
Read the following statement of someone who visited the horses, and at first needed some convincing of the efficacy of Spirit of the Phoenix and Equine Assisted Therapy ...
"After attending sessions of therapy for many years I approached the session with a healthy sense of scepticism. However, I have finished the day completely convinced that the approaches adopted by Naomi are effective.
As they address the root causes of many manifestations of issues that present themselves as physical, or mental symptoms.
I understand that this sounds like a "catch all" fix. However, this is because the approaches utilised by Spirit of the Phoenix don't address symptoms they instead address the cause and help a person put into place their own measures to improve their life.
Today with Naomi's guidance, I have had no less than four eureka moments.
I simply cannot believe how much progress, and understanding I have made in a single day, based on years of prior experience.
I'm blown away at how impressive, and helpful, the Spirit of the Phoenix has been today. I'm genuinely astounded.
I would highly, and I don't say this lightly, recommend a full day experience, as it provides the time necessary to explore everything.
My challenges have given me the ability to attend a session here, and as a result I have a much better understanding of myself, and an appreciation for the qualities that I possess.
I now celebrate the issue that I once saw as a challenge, as it has given me a greater insight into the way I can live a much happier, and well- spent life.
Be honest and open, and not afraid, as Naomi is amazing at what she provides, in a word, Unbelievable!"
Craig, Leicester
Each month, receive an email full of inspiration and wisdom, as well as lessons we have learnt ourselves through the horses.
Read Naomi's published research in the British Journal of Occupational Therapy, as well as other articles for newspapers, magazines and online health publications.
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