Rancher Sessions
Living Streams Ranch provides 10 private sessions led by Christian mentors that include horse-related activities, study and reflection on God’s Word, and prayer. Ranchers can share their stories and express their feelings in a safe and confidential environment that promotes physical, emotional, and spiritual healing.
These sessions are provided at no cost to ranchers thanks to the generosity of individuals, businesses, and churches.
Who We Can Help
Ranchers that attend our program often have a history of:
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Abuse - physical, emotional, sexual, spiritual
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PTSD
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Domestic Violence
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Divorce/ Separation/ Abandonment
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Loss of spouse/ parent/ child/ sibling
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Family Dysfunction
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Suicide Attempts/ Ideation
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Self-harming behaviors
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Human Trafficking
Frequently we see Ranchers with symptoms that can include:
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Addictions - Substances/ Pornography/ Sexual Encounters
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Frequent Conflicts with Others
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Intrusive Negative Memories/ Thoughts
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Panic Attacks/ Excessive worry/ Fears
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Physical Pain/ Chronic Pain
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Poor Performance - school/ work
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Sleep issues - Nightmares/ Insomnia/ Inability to get out of bed
Sessions at the Ranch can help with goals for:
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Developing Self-worth/ Sense of Identity
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Building Trust
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Managing Anxiety/ Fear
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Improving Self-Control
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Healing from Trauma
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Processing Grief
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Learning to Forgive
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Managing Depression
Activities during sessions may include:
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Horse activities can include grooming, groundwork, driving, stretching on horseback, games
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Barn chores
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Walks in the woods
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Object lessons
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Creative expressions - painting and journaling
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Quiet reflection and prayer
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Study materials to help learn about God’s love
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Living Streams Ranch sessions can have a therapeutic impact, however, they do not meet the criteria of equine therapy nor are they horseback riding lessons.
