Unexpected Miracles - Horses Healing Humans

This is the remarkable story of 3 separate individuals who have been touched by the power of Equine Therapy. A former world-class equestrian champion disabled by a stroke, a veteran of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and a teenage boy on the autism spectrum, along with his younger brother, all share their journeys of hope and healing through their work with Therapy Horses. These miracles are happening at an otherwise typical barn in South Florida known as Healing Horse Therapy Center, and led by a woman whose passion it is to help those in need of healing make the ultimate connection between horse and human.

[@stephendavies8510]

I have mental health issues but when I'm around horses I feel a sense of peace and I feel a real connection with these beautiful animals.

[@anonymousjet]

My horse saved me. I have depression and severe social anxiety (both being treated with medication and therapy), but I can say that everything seems to disappear when I'm with my horse. I've contemplated things I shouldn't have, and when I feel myself falling into that dark hole, I go spend time with my horse. Never underestimate the power of bonding with an animal, big or small.

[@kan12345ify]

Beautiful

[@Healingheartpsychicservices]

i just lost my husband who was my best friend. so far the only pets i have are the wild birds. i hope to someday soon get to a horse therapy center 45 minutes from me when it is warmer. i love the horses and i miss having one in my nieghborhood. used to have many, and they are all gone. i need some animal love!

[@nickidaisydandelion4044]

@@Healingheartpsychicservices I'm so sorry Ruth that you lost your husband. I feel the same way about animals I have to be around animals to feel good. There were like two hundred horses on a meadow nearby where we lived and we would go there every summer and visit the horses and I made friends with many of them. They all wanted to be petted and they felt relaxed when I talked to them. Then one summer all of the horses were no longer there and I wondered what has happened. Made me so sad. Then later on we roamed around the areas and found another meadow with horses and I made friends with them.

[@micahgrauel8770]

I am a completely blind rural Dj who loves working with horses. It gives me a much needed break from being behind the decks. I work with a horse named Daisy who has arthritis. She absolutely loves being brushed. When I go up to her and wrap my arms around her, she leans back into my embrace. She can’t be ridden anymore, but she absolutely loves being petted and walked. I have been trained to feed horses, handle them, do groundwork with them, tact them up, and ride them. I’ve been through the 4H horse group.If you’re going to experience this kind of treatment, I have to warn you to be ready. This is the most powerful form of healing on this earth. For me, even though I can’t see horses, I can still love them. The way their fur feels. the smell of them in the air. There’s nothing else like it.

[@healinghorsetherapycenter]

Thank you Micah for sharing your wonderful story! Horses are very intuit and therefore they can sense the kindness within another. I am sure Daisy looks forward to your visits!

[@micahgrauel8770]

@@healinghorsetherapycenter she does. We know the family that owns her very well. We’ve been through the 4H horse group with them. They have a reservoir that they allowed me to re-learn how to swim in after I had surgery to close holes in my eardrums in 2015. We’ve also help them with their goats. They have been nothing but kind to us.

[@DrJane-wk5lk]

I owe horses and my horses for giving my life back to me. I was run down by a speeding 85mph pickup truck And was literally killed. Flown to a level 1 trauma hospital and saved by a the pioneer of reconstructive surgery. I was totally torn and broke a up. Not expected to live and was given yet a third chance to return to life again. This time to finish my life. I was sent by my Drs to a therapeutic horse ranch for “Hippotherapy” I stopped hyperventilating when I talked, I got my confidence back and it helped me move my pelvis and balance better than I could have done alone. It was wonderful and as a result of this, I had grew my heard up to six very loving and beautiful horses.

[@laurieashley2358]

Amazing! Horses heal us from the inside out. What amazing creations they are. God bless you all!

[@1suitcasesal]

These are wonderful programs and I strongly feel that programs like these are needed for inner city youth and people in general. Programs like these are what will stop drug use and crime and give people hope and the love they need.

[@aliciabeckett9421]

Horses make me happy

[@vinesaucefan8869]

That's awesome! If you're young, you could possibly begin a career that has to do with horses. :)

[@arielgordon3591]

Amazing 💝 best therapy there is to offer

[@1suitcasesal]

There needs to be programs like this and doctors need to be able to write prescriptions for this type of therapy. Instead of just writing a prescription for a pill which only takes care of the symptom, this type of therapy heals the disorder or problem.

[@healinghorsetherapycenter]

It certainly can be an adjunct with the collaboration with a mental health professional or addiction counselor, etc. We are quite blessed to have touched lives that this type of therapy modality has assisted in their healing.

[@chaoticmultifandomediting2079]

Horses are amazing animals, they listen to you,and they understand you,they respect you,and if you want to you can listen to them, they have amazing things to tell you.

[@sheilatannehill2569]

Horses....beautiful and thoroughly therapeutic. On my 6th horse and see her every day

[@jenniferlawson920]

im disabled physically and mentally and i stay away from people , my horse Belle of 13 yrs . is a huge part of me i raised her and broke her , the gentle way, all the ground work i did with her. well i cant explain it but i just got on her and we rode around . to this day she is shoeless and never wears a bit in her mouth . thats how smart and bomb proof she is . she is so stump broke she wont move when im having a hard time getting on . I would be lost without her

[@maddiedavis5382]

aww cool, what breed is she

[@SharlynRipkaSharzStarz]

jennifer lawson I just read you comment it sounded just like me I totally get what you said I get bullied at the ranch so I feel really depressed a lot of the time to go see my horse People are what have caused me to not want to give up on my life I am just now trying to get back into my horse The people there still ignore me talk behind my back and leave me out of things I'm trying to get stronger Thank you for listening I am a ASMR artist and just made another ASMR virtual horse riding video for my channel I really love horses and I really like to help people in the ways I'm able This is why I got into ASMR ASMR has helped me in so many ways The only bad thing though is the people at the ranch know I make ASMR videos they never talk to me about what I do they only make fun of it But they have bullied me even before I started ASMR Bullies only want us to get sicker and they love trying to do this I am hoping things will change for the better so I can feel more comfortable going to see my horse 🙂

[@amazonqueen5694]

your not alone sister. although i have no physical complications or mentally. I still stay away from I people. I just find they don't connect well with me. it can be hard not to have that connection with people but i am working bit by bit doing things on my own. I find most people snobery to be out of control. so i keep to myself.

[@curtconklin1369]

Nana Rori ASMR Aww I'm so sorry! Don't talk to them they just want attention.

[@denacarson32]

Nana Rori ASMR bless your heart! Please don't ever let mean people keep you from doing anything that helps you! We've experienced a similar experience with my ASD son but luckily he was oblivious to most of it, I was not. It made me very upset for these mean kids to try to make him feel badly about himself and I confronted them even though they were teenagers to let them know what they were doing was not ok and I could hear the things they said. I wasn't hateful because they're also kids but it made them stop doing it once I explained his situation with Autism. I didn't want anything to ruin his experience or progress. If you're a teenager and one of your parents goes with you, maybe they could talk to someone there and let them know what's happening so you can get your happiness back in seeing and riding your horse sweetie! Good luck and hugs!

[@robinworthington6412]

I'm a stroke survivor love horses own one love this love come this

[@Tibor19921]

Theres something unbelieveable and amazing about horses. Their presence and the look in their eyes. Id feel sorry even riding them, a wonderful creature

[@marismetan5631]

Beautiful -- just wonderful how Horses contribute to so much good -- thank you.

[@dinoninja47]

I have thought for a long time that there could be a therapeutic interaction between horse and human. So impressed with your operation and would love to come and see it. Sadly I'm in Sydney Australia, one day perhaps 🙏🏼🤔

[@jackymanchester2891]

This is a great story, I have read about other healing programs with horses, and dogs, and truly it is a miracle to see what happens. In the nursing homes they will have therapy dogs come in and work among the residents, and the change is dramatic. Also music, its such a part of all of our lives, it will rejuvenate people. God has not left out anything in His wonderful creation, we just have to discover it.

[@healinghorsetherapycenter]

The power of healing through and with animals is quite astounding. Nature is God's gift to us all.

[@nataliewarren3707]

I loved watching this, rob, you are amazing. I also had a stroke, but as a child, so I've never known any different, I've always been very unconfident - but riding is my thing that makes me happy. Horses are amazing and they saved you, they've saved me to, from depression. Keep doing what you are doing, thank you to this amazing place and beautiful horses. Xxxxx

[@healinghorsetherapycenter]

Rob is doing very well. He is back riding and training up and coming young equestrians. Horses always had to be a part of his life, no matter what. Wishing you all the best!

[@nataliewarren3707]

@@healinghorsetherapycenter that's great to hear. Thank you for letting me know. Xxxxx

[@lenwenzel7440]

Wonderfully inspiring.

[@billieswateringhoes3774]

This is why you need to listen to someone when they have a dream they want to live.

[@healinghorsetherapycenter]

Yes it is and we are very proud of it!

[@denacarson32]

Healing Horse Therapy Center you are doing a wonderful thing! Much love to you!!

[@paulenabroxson2023]

I have a.d.h.d my horse has helped alot maybe not with school but when I am everything either becomes clearer or I can forget about everything. so my horse wasn't a tool he was my partner and still is.

[@maxlinesartist]

Fantastic , I am in New Zealand and we have some similar programs here that brig healing and help to disabled and mental health patients who have suffered with PTSD .Wonderful programs . Keep up the great work yes its a calling from God . there are many ways people can be healed .

[@healingwithhorses5303]

Congrats on a wonderful piece!

[@d4914]

the sibling bonding program is awesome

[@shitbag.]

I went from laughing at goofy (and grumpy) gamers to tearing up at a heartwarming video about an amazing charity. To everyone at healing horse KEEP IT UP! You are doing wonderful work. To Ms. Hanson, your son is vulgar and silly but God knows we love him and if I'm honest I find real therapy in his (and all of the grumps) work. I live with schizoaffective and honestly shit gets really hard to deal with some times but I know I can rely on the daily videos of game grumps even if I don't feel like smiling it's still comforting.

[@sidilicious11]

I could watch hours more of this.🐴

[@Theowlhawk]

Beautiful ❤

[@TS-tv2ik]

Love the quote. Thank you.

[@Binx75075]

Awesome video!!

[@nickidaisydandelion4044]

Wonderful.

[@elaine5737]

Amazing!

[@elenaHernandez-nu7fw]

Great job! I totally understand what you're doing. I wish there were more programs like yours.

[@healinghorsetherapycenter]

Thank you for your comment! There actually are quite a few out there. If you would like to find out for your state, you can go to www.pathintl.org and there will be lists of programs.

[@Nicole-wx8jy]

Amazing 😻

[@Everythingist69]

Love this :)

[@rogelioproa559]

0:50 it's Arin Hanson's (egoraptor) mother !! but i didn't know that we could heal humas with horses, it's a great thing

[@MyLovleyWinnie]

I’m 21 years old and I want to get into this business or in helping people with horses or physical therapy do you have any advice on how to get myself going in that direction??? It’s been my passion since a child. Thanks!!

[@healinghorsetherapycenter]

Yes, first find a facility that provides this kind of service and volunteer. Second, research which governing body would be a match for you in becoming certified. I recommend Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship, Intl. (PATH, Intl). www.pathintl.org. You will find all the information you need for picking which path is best for what you want to do, ie; Equine Specialist or Therapeutic riding Instructor, etc. Wishing you all the best.

[@MyLovleyWinnie]

Healing Horse Therapy Center thank you!!

[@yesterday4893]

excellent and interesting

[@BjkxeDKjsje]

Wonderful 🙏🏽

[@HayMap]

Great!

[@christinavonheidenstam3206]

I love horses i can talk to horses and they can talk to me

[@mscarolynnigro]

lovely

[@alissahanson9552]

wow I wish I could come there and ride I love horses with all my heart and would love to have one I can ride but I do have one oh and nice last name

[@Equinisity]

Horse Therapy with one family group of free horses: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i6PYhIl6gdaqjMU

[@selenaspivey9062]

Can you help me . I have a PTSD

[@timmillan6701]

I think all involved got something out of this

[@redbud4777]

That's a great woman. We need to start praising woman.,...dudes

[@coyote_paw]

I need this. Maybe I could stop thinking about killing myself all the time.

[@virginiaperez3142]

Give this a try...FHU.COM Adviceline live. Antidote for all....meditation...It works to calm .

[@suemaher5282]

A horse can't cure u but being one to one with a horse is good for the soul. These beautiful animals don't seek approval they give unconditional love. If treated with kindness and respect they become your best friend. Why not see if u can help at a stables I promise u it will change your life. I will be thinking about u here in England and hoping u take a chance on a horse.

[@lisagay7271]

Seeing,,this,,video has,helped mei,,i,,just,,love,,horses,,i,hope,,a,,horse,,,,,can,,help,,and,,save,,me,,from,,,,ending,,my,,life,,i,,suffer,,from,,very,,bad,,depression,,i,,can't,,sleep,,at,,all,, ii,suffer from,,abuse,,,and,,it,,stil,is,going,,on,,so,,need,,help,,please,,before,its,,to,,late,,for,,me😣😮

[@jessicabegic1091]

❤

[@ridermemory6259]

just a friendly warning here, if you are looking for an equine therapist or trainer DO NOT contact Alane Freund. She has a history of mentally abusing her clients and horses. Just trying to warn people before more get hurt.

[@alamamayt]

I would love to start something like this but wouldn't know where to start. Any tips? We are foster/adoptive parents and have children with special needs as well. My husband is also a war veteran.

[@healinghorsetherapycenter]

Hello! First let me say blessings to you and your husband for what you do and thank you to your husband for his service. Do you have horses? Feel free to email me at [e-mail] and I can give you information.

[@1suitcasesal]

I wish I could help. I wish I could help make programs like this for drug addicts and others with problems. People living in the inner cities probably all suffer from PTSD. Think how this could help them. I wouldn't know how to start one though. If anyone e ok se does, I'd love to help. Let me know.

[@healinghorsetherapycenter]

I don't know where you live but you can go to www.pathintl.org and they have a list of centers for different states. I am certified through this organization to be able to provide the services that we do.

[@healinghorsetherapycenter]

Do you have horses?

[@1suitcasesal]

@@healinghorsetherapycenter Yes I do. One older second level dressage horse, my older Oldenburg, and one wild child Arab sports horse.

[@angelieangelie6925]

✨👍✨🙏✨💕🙏✨😘

[@yeseniacaicedo8679]

Where are you guys located?

[@healinghorsetherapycenter]

NC

[@cindycook2555]

So...I’m wondering, if he hadn’t had previous experience with horses would it be the same?

[@healinghorsetherapycenter]

Actually it was very frustrating for him because of his professional career. He was challenged to be present and work on getting his core strength back. He worked very hard at this and the results were amazing. If it was someone who did not have horse experience, the experience would most likely be completely different because there would be no expectation of what the results could be. As the equine specialist working with the therapist we set goals for the individual and work with the client to strive for those goals. I hope that gives some insight.

[@StevenBlack2013]

Arin Hanson's mother!

[@bridgeenskudayski2810]

Music very loud in background

[@healinghorsetherapycenter]

Noone has ever mentioned this before. The piece was a labor of love and was done as a donation to our programs. It is our hope that you were able to take away an understanding of how the horse has changed their lives.

[@bridgeenskudayski2810]

@@healinghorsetherapycenter no offence meant just my mind was on the music love what you do.

[@healinghorsetherapycenter]

@@bridgeenskudayski2810Thank you Bridgeen.

[@loraineroy3829]

Hello

[@sabahbubbler]

mamaraptor!!!

[@karencecil4561]

Doctors don't know everything. Take him home and get his affairs in order. What kind of dr is he? A quack? Does he or she not know a thing called animal therapy? What is dr name? I wanna be sure I NEVER end up in his or her care. Great family to not listen to Dr quack quack 🤣🤣🤣

[@zorazorazorzzora8333]

Honestly Karen most doctors are like that doctor I have grown to have so little respect for doctors--and I was one who just always avoided them, then I was diagnosed with Lupus…. I know this is not right so I’m working on not throwing all doctors down the drain but it’s hard ….

[@dominikaleszek4734]

Czym się zatrułeś, tym się lecz.

[@rising_waves]

Rob is weirdly pushing Stacey at 5:20 that doesn't seem like love at all

[@maurettehanson3655]

It is very sad that someone would be passing judgment on an individual who is in recovery from a stroke and has balance issues. Btw the horses name is not Stacey.