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Healing trauma through EMDR, supported by horses

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Equines for Freedom provides EMDR therapy for veterans and first responders facing PTSD and trauma. EMDR is the evidence‑based treatment. Our therapy horses act as responsive partners, helping clients safely engage in the healing work.

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OUR MISSION

The Crisis Facing Our Heroes

Many veterans and first responders carry invisible wounds long after their service ends. Traditional therapy doesn’t always reach the depth of trauma they experience. At Equines for Freedom, we provide a different path—one that reconnects individuals to the present moment and helps them safely process the past, fostering resilience and healing through the unique connection between horse and human.

Equines for Freedom is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization providing FREE equine-assisted EMDR treatment to current and former U.S. Military service members and First Responders,
regardless of the source of their adjustment difficulties.

Adopt a Horse,
Transform a Life

Herd Friend

Provides essential vitamins and nutritional supplements for one therapy horse.

$50 /mo

Stable Guardian

$150 /mo

Covers the full cost of premium hay and feed for a horse throughout the month.

$300 /mo

$50 /mo

Champion Sponsor

$300 /mo

Sponsoring a Hero: complete equine care, training, medical, and dental support.

The connection between a veteran and a therapy horse is a profound catalyst for healing. Your monthly sponsorship ensures our equine partners are healthy, strong, and ready to walk alongside those finding their way home from trauma.

  • Premium grain and nutritionally-balanced hay

  • Expert farrier services for hoof health

  • Regular veterinary vaccinations and dental check-ups

  • Ongoing training and enrichment for therapy work

200+

Heroes Served

1200+

HOURS OF Clinical Experience

100%

Proven Model

The Horses
Who Help Heal

Our therapy horses are intuitive partners in the healing journey, offering a mirror to the soul and a steady presence for veterans and first responders. Each horse has a unique story and a gentle spirit.

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Paul

A calm and perceptive presence who excels at helping clients find their inner peace during sessions.

a dark brown horse in a sparse forest

Maggie

Strong and protective, Maggie provides a sense of security and strength to those processing deep trauma.

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Tiger

Intuitive and sensitive, Tiger has a special way of connecting with those who need silent empathy.

Ways to Support Our Mission

Monthly Giving

Become a recurring donor to ensure consistent care for our therapy horses and scholarships for our heroes.

Corporate Sponsorship

Partner with us through event sponsorships or corporate grants to fund essential therapeutic programs.

Honor & Memorials

Celebrate a hero’s life or honor a loved one by making a gift that creates a lasting legacy of healing.

In-Kind Support

Donate physical goods directly from our clinic and stable wish lists to help us reduce operational costs.

—  US Navy Veteran

Healing is a Team Effort.
Join the Herd Today.

Your generosity ensures that veterans and first responders receive specialized equine EMDR therapy at no cost. Honor their service by supporting their healing journey today.

Comprehensive Therapeutic Programs

Evidence-based interventions designed to foster healing for veterans, active-duty personnel, and first responders.

Equine-Assisted EMDR

We use Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), one of the most effective treatments for PTSD.

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The Horse as Biofeedback

Horses mirror emotional states, helping clients recognize and regulate internal responses in real time.

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A Guided
Clinical Team

Each session includes a licensed therapist, a certified equine specialist, and a trained therapy horse.

Help a
Hero Heal

Your contribution directly impacts the recovery of those who have sacrificed so much. Through specialized equine-assisted therapy, we provide a serene path to emotional freedom and renewed purpose for veterans and first responders at no cost to them.

Join the Herd

Have Questions? Get in Touch.

Optional, but recommended

Whether you’re seeking support, want to volunteer, or just have questions about our programs, we’d love to hear from you. Share a bit about yourself and we’ll follow up as soon as we can.

Equines for freedom

PO Box 53
Factoryville, PA 18419

Call Us

(570) 319-9684

Inquiries

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