Horses Help Humans Be Real, Honest, and Present | Liz Letson | TEDxBemidji

“What is equine-assisted psychotherapy? Do horses need therapy? Or is it people?” Liz Letson takes the TEDxBemidji stage to talk about equine-assisted psychotherapy and the healing power of animals.

Owner/CEO of Eagle Vista Ranch & Wellness Center Liz Letson’s mission is to transform lives through the healing power of nature and horses by creating a space for people of all ages to build hope, trust, and purpose.

She is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) specializing in Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy and has coauthored the "Human-Animal Interaction Scale," a mental health assessment tool that adds to the evidence-based research in the field of Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy.

This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at ted.com/tedx
Exploring how horses help humans heal is Liz Letson’s calling. In her work with equine-assisted psychotherapy and learning (EAP/L), Liz has witnessed the positive effects of utilizing animals in relationship building, healing, and therapy.
"Oh, you're the horse lady!" is a typical and welcome greeting Liz hears. But her experience is much more extensive than being a lifelong horse owner. Liz is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and the founder of Eagle Vista Ranch & Wellness Center (EVR), a private mental health practice where animals are part of the treatment team. Her practice helps individuals, families, and groups develop healthy skills for living and serves people who have suffered the effects of domestic violence, abuse, or neglect. As a pioneer in her field, Liz is developing an evidence base for EAP. She is also a co-author of the Human-Animal Interaction Scale (HAIS), a tool that measures people's interactions with horses.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

[@Serioussamurai500]

It always is wonderful to be greeted kissed & hugged by these marvelous creatures. They feel everything we hold inside. They're real .

[@kyliepederson1911]

Horses are powerful and amazing creatures. It doesn’t surprise me that they can be effective for counceling. This video definitely made me want to get a degree in equine assisted therapy.

[@deaniehumphrys-dunnechildr7603]

I know from my own experience that horses can change your life. My dad made one decision that made my dreams come true. As a result, I wrote a book about what happened.

[@kazpierce3867]

Hi. Second to this.... I will also read the book. They have changed my life as well........

[@deaniehumphrys-dunnechildr7603]

@@kazpierce3867 Thank you so much. I hope you enjoy it.

[@blueponypics4112]

I hope i can find yr book! i too am a lifelong horse gal. My gals help the kids and elderly residents of my country town in so many kind, unassuming, and validating ways, it's a priviledge and a blessing to share my life with my magnificent mares. Pharlap bless ❤🐎🐎🐎🇭🇲🇺🇸👋

[@sn8323]

Wonderful talk. Informative and inspiring. Thank you!

[@nvsavvy1]

Ha! I taught life skills to people thru the use of my horses b4 I even knew what psychology was. I really enjoyed the rewards of what my horses taught me and my clients! Very Powerful information to learn about oneself! And then others! I wanted to go to school for sociology but I think I did without the school lol :) Today I’m looking to put together a passion camp but I don’t have the funds so I guess I’m gonna create a book instead… nice pitch btw ;)

[@derinjturner]

Love it !

[@rhondabaroli2683]

Time is precious...hello where you can

[@ameniayoga]

What an adorable, authentic woman.

[@kazpierce3867]

The most beautiful souls........

[@kazpierce3867]

Ps-thank you, TED :-)

[@withastickangrywhiteman2822]

Horses help human was real, History book record when a french Knight was injured in a battle fighting Brits, His horse kicked and bite tried to stop British longbow men from capture him, The horse can easily run but chose to die fighting for its master. those longbow man had to knock the horse unconscious with wood hammer, then knock its master with the same hammer LOL

[@abusonarcisista]

CAN I USE YOUR VIDEO AND TRANSLATE IR IN SPANISH TO UPLOAD IN MY CHANNEL WHERE I SPEAK ABOUT COMPLEX TRAUMA?

[@rhondabaroli2683]

That happened to my grandaughter s friend Riley Empaths are always git good intentions . Thank God for thereputuc riding I am still trying to find a program for someone

[@louisar4227]

Miraculous

[@brendabassman9549]

I was diagnosed with pts INJURY at the hands of people who intentionally cause it because of the way it is illegally legislatively mislabeled. My business is horses anmal canines im a professional dog trainer horse ranch owner worked for American canine college ca police dogs.

[@lisagay7271]

I,really,,love,,horses,,they,,are,,just,so,beautiful, thank,,you,,for,,your,,sweet,,story,,good,,luck,,to,,you,i,,reslly,,need,,help,,i,hope,,i,will,,get,,thati,,wheni,,go,,to,,heaven😥😣😚

[@thedigitalismserver9560]

I love horses

[@beautbartholomew]

Be present, you’ve got this, just take the wheel, YOURE in control don’t let no one interfere with YOU❤️

[@audrahall574]

REAL HONEST AND PRESTENT I WISH THEY WERENT JUST CALLED WORDS AND THAT THEY DONT MEAN ANYTHING AND EVERYTHING IN IT , 4 IT FOR IT , PUTTING UR ALL IN IT , LOVING WITH ALL UR HEART, ONLY WITH THE CORRECT MEANING WITH OUT ACTIONS SPEAK LOUDER THAN WORDS WELL U HAVE TO HAVE UR WORD UPON U, YOURR, , YOURSELF, ONES SELF,AND YOURS , AND URSELF , ONES SELF FOR YOU, YOUR, YOURS, N MINE MIND, PIECE OF MIND FOR YOUR OWN GOOD, OWN GOOD INNER HEART AND WHAT IS TELLING TO U. TO U AND ONLY 1ST FOR I WANNA ANYONE AND EVERYONE TO ALWAYS BE A MAN AND /OR A WOMAN GIVEN U THERE WORD THERE WORD IS A MAN OR WOMAN OF THERE WORD , TRUE, REALISTIC, ENCOURGING, AS REAL AS REAL CAN GET OR B BUT ONLY NOT SEEING ANTHING ABOUT HOW I FEEL AND HOW

[@paulgeorge8631]

Such a boring presenter of an interesting topic

[@Serioussamurai500]

We have a huge parcel of land to use , Friends are welcome to stay. It's Only for private clients 🫶🏽