WORKSHOPS & SERVICES with Leigh Shambo, MSW, LMHC

Welcome to our workshops and services listing!  Upcoming workshops are listed following our Open House and non-profit information.  Rates for individual sessions follow workshop listings.  The workshop schedule is frequently updated, so please check back for additions.

Scroll down for details on Leigh's UK workshops and for HEAL Facilitator Training!

 

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HEAL non-profit donation

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4-month professional

training program

 

June 15-20, 2009

October 12-17, 2009

onsite instruction weeks;

 4-month program includes distance learning and & individualized consultation  

 

Counselor CEU's available

thru NASW-WA or CA BBS

 

For details including application criteria contact

Kathleen Ingram at

kathygram@cox.net

or call 520-322-5949

 

HEAL Facilitator Training Program

for Equine-Facilitated Learning (EFL)

with Kathleen Barry Ingram, MA

& Leigh Shambo, MSW, LMHC

A program for counselors, teachers, and coaches (including equestrian professionals) who are looking for practical training and experience for developing Equine Facilitated Learning programs. The FTP consists of 2 weeks (6 days each) of on-site instruction as well as individual and group study assignments which will help prepare students to facilitate horse activities in a way that optimizes relational ability, emotional well-being, and empowerment. Upon fulfillment of graduation requirements students will be provided with an individual, strength-based evaluation and a certificate of program completion.  Students will be able to list themselves as graduates of the HEAL Facilitator Training Program for Equine-Facilitated Learning.  Prerequisite is a 3-day workshop with HEAL, Epona or Kathleen Ingram.

CEU's for counselors and therapists through NASW-WA and CA-BBS

$6000/ 4-month learning program; discount for EFP/L practitioner teams.    

limited to 12 participants             applications being accepted

Lecture

July 5, 2009

www.eastwestbookshop.com

Knowing Your Herd: Horse Wisdom for Humans

East West Bookshop in Seattle, WA

Come meet Leigh Shambo and learn about Equine-Facilitated Learning and the HEAL approach to relationships.

3-day Workshop

July 24-26, 2009

Chehalis, WA

Contact HEAL
(360)266-0778
  events@humanequinealliance.org

Energy and Grace:   Human and Horse

With Leigh Shambo & Kathleen Barry Ingram www.sacredplaceofpossibility.com

This popular workshop goes in depth on the energetic aspects of relationship building with horses. Learn energy awareness and practical energetic management for almost any situation with horses and with people. You will learn about horse and human energy fields and boundaries, how to protect and clarify your energetic field and how to communicate energetically  We will incorporate the ancient Chinese practice of Qi Gong as part of our experiential practice and lots of horse play! 

 

CE credits for counselors and therapists through NASW-WA and CA-BBS
An Epona approved workshop.
$675/3 days, lunch included                                                  No Riding

Enrollment limited to 14 participants

Demonstration & Lecture

August 12-15, 2009

Munster, Germany

 

www.DKThR.de

The XIII International Congress of Therapeutic Riding

 

Leigh Shambo will present results of her "Pilot Study on Equine-Facilitated Psychotherapy for Trauma-Related Disorders" and will be giving demonstrations of the HEAL approach to trauma treatment with EFP at this international conference on therapeutic riding.

3-day Workshop

August 21-23, 2009

Cornwall, England

 

Contact Rebecca Lobb

Tel: 01208 832342
  rebeccalobb@aol.com

Energy and Grace: The Horse-Human Connection

 

This popular workshop goes in depth on the energetic aspects of relationship building with horses. Learn energy awareness and practical energetic management for almost any situation with horses and with people. You will learn about horse and human energy fields and boundaries, how to protect and clarify your energetic field and how to communicate energetically  We will incorporate the ancient Chinese practice of Qi Gong as part of our experiential practice and lots of horse play! 


An Epona approved workshop


£495/person, £475 for 2 or more             Lunch Provided

No Riding                           Enrollment limited to 12 participants

3-day Workshop

August 26-28, 2009

Newtown, Wales

 

Contact Upper Camnant

Center

Julie McKeown

Tel: 01597 840456
  julie@sorath.co.uk

Horse-Human Connection: Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy and Learning

 

This popular beginning workshop for counselors, educators and all horse lovers will explain the basics of what Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy and Learning is all about.  The HEAL approach offers new paradigms in mind-body awareness to promote human healing, personal growth and a reverent and effective approach to the equestrian arts that actually enhance your relationship with the horse!

 
An Epona approved workshop.

 

£495/person, £470/when registered for Advanced Invisible Horsemanship (Aug 29 & 30)                               Lunch Provided

No Riding                Enrollment limited to 12 participants

2-day Workshop

August 29 & 30, 2009

Newtown, Wales

 

Contact Upper Camnant

Center

Julie McKeown

Tel: 01597 840456
  julie@sorath.co.uk

Advanced Invisible Horsemanship™

 

This workshop will provide more depth and advanced exercises, such as horse dancing and journey ride, allowing participants to explore richer levels of mind-body awareness to promote human healing, growth and a reverent and effective approach to the equestrian arts.  For those who have already completed a HEAL or Epona introductory class.

 
An Epona approved workshop.

 

£330/person, £315/when registered for Horse-Human Connection (Aug 26-28)                               Lunch Provided

Riding Optional           Enrollment limited to 12 participants

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3-day Workshop

September 5-7, 2009

Pawling, NY

 

Contact Equine Energetix

Tel: (212) 477-4475

events@equineenergetix.com

 

 

 

Register online at

www.equineenergetix.com

Advanced Equine-Facilitated Psychotherapy: Healing complex PTSD

 

Advanced workshop for EFP practitioners and all who are interested in how horses can help trauma survivors heal. Learn to make use of the natural resonance that often occurs between horses and trauma survivors, and see how horses teach affective/somatic self-regulation, boundary, and healthy ego strength. Recognize intuitive gifts in trauma survivors and help them distinguish these from symptoms. Exercises and methods in the HEAL Approach that are tailored for trauma recovery. Leigh will also cover research models for EFP with trauma survivors.

 

CE credits for counselors and therapists through NASW-WA

$900/person by Aug. 15th          $1,000/person after Aug. 15th

includes lunch

3-day Workshop

October 2-4, 2009

Chehalis, WA

 

Contact HEAL

(360)266-0778
 events@humanequinealliance.org

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The Horse-Human Connection: Focus on Overcoming Fear

 

A special version of our popular workshop for counselors, educators and all horse lovers will focus specifically on overcoming fear (riding-related or more general) and self-doubt.  The HEAL approach offers new paradigms in mind-body awareness to promote human healing, personal growth and a reverent and effective approach to the equestrian arts and offers approaches to working with fear in ways that actually enhance your relationship with the horse!

 

CE credits for counselors and therapists through NASW-WA and CA-BBS
$620/person                Lunch Provided               Riding Optional           Enrollment limited to 12 participants

 

2009 discounts on workshop registration for workshops held at the HEAL Center:

      5% discount for 2 or more participants signing up together.

      5% discount for registering more than one month in advance.


Register on-line, by phone (360)266-0778 or by emailing  events@humanequinealliance.org
 We welcome inquiries about hosting a workshop or clinic in your area!

 


Individual  Services

with Leigh Shambo, MSW, LMHC

 

Equine-Facilitated Psychotherapy  & Learning (EFP/L)          Therapy                                                                                        
Available at HEAL sites in Olympia and Chehalis, WA.  Ongoing sessions  scheduled weekly or semi-monthly, following an initial assessment and treatment planning session.  Depression and anxiety, trauma recovery, spiritual emergence, and other issues.  Youth and adults, families.   Customized formats to fit individual situation.  Please call Leigh Shambo at (360)266-0778 for personalized planning or email leigh@humanequinealliance.org .

Education

Equine-facilitated learning for personal growth and for professionals interested in the field of equine-facilitated therapy and learning.  Introductory and advanced facilitation skills training for those interested in working with horses in the human services field or healing arts.  Integrate therapeutic, educational and horse skills while visioning your growth into this exciting new field!

 

Phone consultation with Leigh Shambo is available by appointment.

50% deposit required on initial individual session.

 

Per hour $120

 

Standard session

2 hours ~ $240

 

Intensive session

4 hours

$480

A good way to start therapy with an introduction to the HEAL approach.

 Insurance may reimburse for approved therapy

Equestrian consultation, coaching & training

      **  Bring your own horse or use a HEAL lesson horse

      ** Sessions at your farm can be arranged for a travel fee.

 

 Invisible Horsemanship integrates the Epona method, transformational ground training, and equestrian coaching under saddle.   It’s a powerful blend that builds a deep bond of connection and friendship while empowering you as a trusted leader in the riding relationship.  The results will amaze you and delight your horse! 

This healing approach to horsemanship opens new doors of personal growth and spiritual exploration, with your horse serving as a mirror and a guide. Learn to use your innate intuition, sensitivity and empower your own sense of 'feel'.

Custom packages that include follow up coaching and rates for private groups are available by arrangement.

HEAL is located approximately halfway between Seattle and Portland, OR.

50% deposit required on initial individual session.

 

Standard session

1-1/2 hours

$180

Sessions will include intuitive, reflective, ground training or riding practice with horses.

 

Intensive session

4 hours

$480

A good way to learn the HEAL approach.  An economical option for those coming from further away.

 

 Lessons

$60 per 1/2 hour

 

Cancellation Policy:
If a schedule change is requested more than 30 days in advance of a session, the deposit will be transferred to another date less a $50 processing fee.  Within 14 days of the scheduled date the deposit becomes non-refundable, with exceptions made for travel conditions or medical emergencies (in which case the deposit will be applied to a rescheduled date).  If a program or reserved date is cancelled by HEAL, any deposits paid will be refunded in full.

 

 


Workshop space is limited to ensure personal attention.
Reserve your space now! 

To  register or for more information, contact HEAL   events@humanequinealliance.org

Questions for Leigh Shambo may be sent to leigh@humanequinealliance.org

 

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