DATES
January 28, 2026
September 30, 2026
Time
9:00 A.M. – 12:15 P.M. CST
CE
NBCC Hours: 3
ACEP NO. 7105
Cost
$105.00 (NON-REFUNDABLE)
Description
This engaging workshop is designed for mental health professionals and equine professionals who are passionate about integrating equine-assisted activities into their therapeutic practice. Participants will explore the fundamentals of equine-assisted counseling—from understanding the unique therapeutic benefits of partnering with horses to developing effective facilitation techniques.
Throughout the workshop, attendees will gain insights into the theoretical frameworks that underpin equine-assisted therapy, including the importance of connection, challenge, and celebration in the healing process. We will examine the roles and responsibilities of both mental health and equine professionals, emphasizing the collaborative nature of this work.
Practical, hands-on experiences will allow participants to actively engage with horses, enhancing their skills in observing equine behavior and body language, and understanding how these can mirror and influence the emotional states of clients. Attendees will also learn how to design and implement equine-assisted activities tailored to specific client needs, promoting emotional growth, self-awareness, and resilience.
Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or new to the field, this workshop will provide valuable tools and insights to expand your therapeutic repertoire and deepen your connection to the healing power of horses.
Learning Objectives
1. Understand the three foundational principles of equine-assisted counseling and its therapeutic benefits.
2. Identify at least three roles and responsibilities of mental health and equine professionals in a collaborative therapeutic setting.
3. Develop skills in observing and interpreting four common equine behavior as a reflection of client emotions and dynamics.
4. Learn to facilitate three equine-assisted activities that promote emotional growth, self-awareness, and resilience.
5. Explore two effective strategies for integrating equine-assisted counseling into existing therapeutic practices.
Live/Virtual Training Information
• If you register for the Virtual Classroom training, make sure you have a good WIFI connection.
• Your computer will need a camera for you to be visible throughout the entire training to receive the certificate.
• We will be using Zoom for the training; therefore, you will need to download the Zoom program to be able to use the link.
• You will receive three emails from us before the training. The first email will be sent out the week before the training and will include the zoom link, time of the training, and our address. The second email will be sent the beginning of the week in which the training is being held and will include all the information included in the first email plus the materials for the course. The third email will be sent the morning of the training and will include the Zoom link, the posttest (if needed) and the evaluation for the course.
• Your certificate will be emailed after the training, within 5-7 business days upon receiving your evaluation and posttest (if needed).
• While it is rare, there are occasions when we must cancel a training due to low registration. If this occurs, we will notify registered participants by Tuesday evening of the week of the scheduled training. We appreciate your understanding and will provide alternative options at that time.
• Our Live/Virtual trainings are offered in a hybrid format—held live at a physical location and streamed via Zoom at the same time. In-person attendees join the presenter on-site, while virtual participants watch the live training in real time and can fully participate through Zoom.
Why Come In Person?
• Receive in-person contact CE hours
• Enjoy staying in Fort Worth, Texas with hotels within walking distance
• Tour our 7500 square foot counseling practice and continuing education facility
• Build relationships with other participants
• Informal conversations during breaks and lunch with our trainer
Chris Covington
LPC-S
Chris Covington is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor (LPC-S) with extensive experience in mental health counseling and a passion for integrating experiential and adventure-based activities into traditional therapeutic practices. With a holistic approach to well-being, Chris specializes in Equine Connected Counseling and Adventure Based Counseling, emphasizing active participation in the healing process. As a dedicated mental health professional, Chris focuses on fostering resilience, emotional growth, and positive change in clients through innovative, experiential methods.
Approved Continuing Education Provider
CCFAM Training has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7105. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CCFAM Training is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
This training is non-refundable, unless cancelled by training provider. Event will be cancelled if fewer than 6 participants.
