Therapeutic Services

A Collaborative Approach

What is Eagala?

The Eagala Model incorporates a licensed Mental Health Professional and a qualified Equine Specialist working together with horses and clients as equal partners in an experiential process that empowers life-changing outcomes…

Eagala provides an innovative solution that provides a unique space for an emotionally safe, hands-on experience for clients. With real-time feedback, clients are able to reach issues where traditional talk-based therapies leave off.”

Who should Participate?

Anyone with Psycho-social issues or mental health needs that result in any significant variation in cognition, mood, judgment, insight, anxiety level, perception, social skills, communication, behavior or learning.

Can those with diagnosed mental illness or currently experiencing major life changes benefit from Equine Therapy?

Yes, absolutely! Those with ADHD, Autism, Receptive or Expressive Language Disorders, Personality Disorders, Depression, PTSD, and many others have greatly benefited from experimental Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy.

Likewise, those going through major life changes such as environmental trauma, divorce, grief and loss, etc. can also benefit from these services!

Positive Benefits

Self-awareness/self-esteem, Coping Skills, Building Community, Task Management, Active Listening, Responsibility, Relationship Development, Social Skills, Reduction in Anxiety, Reduction in Depression

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Why Horses?

By moving from a traditional office setting to an arena, horses can become a therapeutic tool in the healing process. Working with an equine partner allows a client to gain valuable insight into their own behavior patterns, choices, relationships, and emotions. It is through this experiential approach that clients are empowered to develop their own solutions on their terms.

Due to their consistent authenticity, horses are among the best teachers and guides for personal growth and development and frequently serve as a mirror of dynamics in the client’s life.”

Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP)

The Eagala Model and Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) is a team approach that includes an experienced Mental Health Professional, a qualified Equine Specialist, and horses working together with the client. All of the work is done on the ground with the horses front and center, deliberately unhindered and never ridden or controlled, allowing them to interact with the client(s) as they wish. This creates the space for the client, with the support of the professional facilitators, to reflect, project, and make deep connections.

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EAGALA is:

  • Client Centered
  • Solution Oriented
  • Evidence Driven
  • Ground Based

Type of Sessions

  • Individual Therapy
  • Family Therapy
  • Group Therapy
  • Team Building
  • Workshops 
  • Corporate and Community Groups

Length of Sessions

  • Individual Therapy: 50 Minutes
  • Group Therapy: 75-90 minutes

Equine Assisted Psychotherapy promotes personal exploration of feelings and behaviors, opportunities to enhance self-awareness and allows for clinical interpretation of feelings and behaviors. EAP denotes an ongoing therapeutic relationship with clearly established 15 treatment goals and objectives developed by the therapist in conjunction with the client. No horseback riding or knowledge of horses is required.

EAP may be used for people with psycho-social issues and mental health needs that result in any significant variation in cognition, mood, judgment, insight, anxiety level, perception, social skills, communication, behavior, or learning.

Other Mental Illness, such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism, Receptive or Expressive Language Disorders, Personality Disorders, Depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, etc. Major Life Changes such as environmental trauma, divorce, grief and loss, etc. may also benefit from these services.

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Equine-Assisted Learning (EAL)

The human-animal bond is a powerful transformative tool! TRAK offers unmounted animal-assisted life skills sessions to children, young adults and adult participants in an individual or group-based setting, focusing on all aspects of age-appropriate life skills. Sessions incorporate skill-building and training with hands-on work with animals to achieve personal growth, strengthen interpersonal relationships, and increase focus, self-worth, and confidence.

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Small Animal AALS

For clients who require therapeutic services but Equine Assisted Learning or Equine Assisted Psychotherapy is not recommended or appropriate at this time, we can also offer small animal therapy services. This is geared more toward children 7 and younger and is play based. This option can be discussed in the initial intake with our Mental Health Professional.

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Family Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy (FEAP)

Communication is key to a successful family dynamic. When communication lines breakdown, the results can be troublesome to family members. At TRAK, we offer Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy Family Sessions. These sessions can help family members express difficult feelings, address verbal and non-verbal communication; develop coping skills and work on relationship issues; build self-esteem, confidence, and teamwork.

Here are some common family dynamics that our EAP family sessions can address:

  • Communication problems
  • Marital Conflicts
  • Adjusting to new family dynamics due to divorce, separation, or remarriage
  • Mental Health
  • COVID-19 Isolation
  • Parenting difficulties
  • Child behavioral difficulties
  • Academic, peer, or relationship struggles
  • Substance Abuse

By participating in TRAK’s Family EAP sessions, family members can develop coping skills, re-build lines of communication, and address family struggles in a safe, supportive space.

Please fill out our contact form to begin your first session today!

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Corporate and Team Building with Horses!

TRAK offers EAGALA sessions that are uniquely fit for any group looking for an exceptional team building experience! We offer courses for corporations, small- businesses, church groups, and many more.

These ground-based sessions can quickly show us how people think and respond in everyday situations. In each session, participants are challenged to work through real-life problems and situations as a team.  All participants have the opportunity to develop confidence, leadership skills, team dynamics and provide insight into non-verbal communication.

How can a horse make all the difference? Working with a horse is like looking in a mirror. It will highlight individual strengths and weaknesses, help them determine what works and what does not, and develop and apply new skills that will translate to every-day situations.

If you are interested in bringing your group to participate in an EAGALA Team Building or Corporate session, please fill out the form below.

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  • Richard Harris

    “Incredible what this group is doing with these kids. Thanks for all you do, just amazing. IF you are wondering if you should be a part of what TRAK is doing stop wondering, pick up the phone and give them a call. You won’t regret it. Top notch staff, leadership, and facilities.”

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  • Wilmadeen Minger

    “My son and I volunteer here and we love it! Even though you’re working it is a lot of fun too. They have petting zoo birthday parties that the kids absolutely love! They also have horseback riding lessons. The atmosphere is relaxed and it’s so much fun here!”

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  • Lee Buzzard

    “TRAK Ranch is where you will find a family of people doing the right things for the Tucson community. It is a great place to interact with so many animals, riding lessons, a fantastic site for birthday parties for all ages. If you have not stopped by for at least a visit, you are missing Tucson’s true gems.”

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  • Melanie McKissick

    “WOW, what a wonderful staff and crew these guys have. Very kind and caring people who want to better the community and the children who live in it. I HIGHLY recommend TRAK ranch in Tucson.”

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  • Michael J. Monroe

    “TRAK RANCH is nothing short of awesome. Scott Tilley works tirelessly to provide incredible programs for the therapeutic benefit for those in need and does so in a clean, attractive environment. Tucson is is so fortunate to have Scott and TRAK. Everyone should stop by and learn about and see all the wonderful programs offered at the ranch.”

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    Location

    3250 E. Allen Rd. Tucson, AZ 85718

    NOTICE: When you come to TRAK, you MUST only park along Edith Blvd.
    Parking is not permitted anywhere else.

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