The Clinical Practice of Equine-Assisted Therapy
Including Horses in Human Healthcare
Nonfiction, Health & Well Being, Psychology, Counselling, Psychotherapy, Mental Health
| Author: | Leif Hallberg | ISBN: | 9781134793198 |
| Publisher: | Taylor and Francis | Publication: | December 6, 2017 |
| Imprint: | Routledge | Language: | English |
| Author: | Leif Hallberg |
| ISBN: | 9781134793198 |
| Publisher: | Taylor and Francis |
| Publication: | December 6, 2017 |
| Imprint: | Routledge |
| Language: | English |
The Clinical Practice of Equine-Assisted Therapy bridges theory, research, and practical methods to fill a rapidly developing gap for physical, occupational, speech, and mental health professionals interested in incorporating horses in therapy. Extensively researched and citing over 300 peer-reviewed journal articles, it examines core issues such as terminology, scope of practice, competency recommendations, horse care ethics, and clinical practice considerations. This book is an essential resource for professionals who wish to use a best-practices approach to equine-assisted therapy.
The Clinical Practice of Equine-Assisted Therapy bridges theory, research, and practical methods to fill a rapidly developing gap for physical, occupational, speech, and mental health professionals interested in incorporating horses in therapy. Extensively researched and citing over 300 peer-reviewed journal articles, it examines core issues such as terminology, scope of practice, competency recommendations, horse care ethics, and clinical practice considerations. This book is an essential resource for professionals who wish to use a best-practices approach to equine-assisted therapy.
