Therapy Services
Individual, Couples & Family Counseling with Horses
What We Offer
Equine-Facilitated Psychotherapy (EFP) for:
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Individuals
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Couples
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Families
Our Licensed therapists and supervised interns partner with horses and other animals to support emotional healing, growth, and connection.
* All sessions are ground-based and do not involve horseback riding.
Fees & Insurance
Licensed Therapist
$120+/Session
Sliding Scale: $80 - $120
Intern Therapist
Donation Based
$5-25
Licensed clinicians can accept victims comp and limited number of our licensed clinicians accept insurance—please inquire when applying.
Why Horses?
Horses are deeply attuned to nonverbal communication, making them powerful therapeutic partners. In their presence, clients often experience insight, connection, and regulation in ways that feel more accessible than traditional talk therapy.
Through Equine-Facilitated Psychotherapy, clients can:
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Heal relational wounds
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Develop emotional regulation
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Shift self-limiting beliefs
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Build trust, presence, and connection
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Explore patterns in communication and attachment
Is EFP Right for You?
This modality may be a strong fit if you:
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Have experienced trauma
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Struggle with relationships or emotional regulation
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Prefer being outdoors or around animals
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Feel disconnected from yourself
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Are looking for an alternative to traditional therapy
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Are too young for talk therapy
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Have tried other approaches and feel stuck
Please note: at this time, we are not able to work with clients who are looking for support in a legal situation, have a history of violence towards other beings, or are in a high conflict family situation.
Meet the Therapists
Our therapy team combines clinical expertise with a deep connection to horses, offering compassionate, individualized support for each client.
She | Her | Hers
Carina Kellenberger
Carina Kellenberger is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Colorado native, who has a lifetime of experience working with horses. She received her master's degree and certification in Animal Assisted Social Work from the University of Denver’s Graduate School of Social Work in 2012 and her bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Colorado in 2006. She has a unique approach to working with clients that combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Relational Therapy and Natural Lifemanship's model of Trauma Focused Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (TF-EAP). Her method focuses on allowing for safe and unique learning opportunities, where clients can explore their boundaries, personal awareness, safety, and relationship patterns. Treatment also focuses on neurodevelopment and recovery which is made possible though the rhythmic movement and tactile experiences that working with horses provides. Carina works with individuals, youth and families who are experiencing trauma, difficulty in life transitions, relationships, and behaviors.
She | Her | Hers
Lauren Doyle
Lauren “Lolo” Doyle is a Mindfulness-Based Transpersonal Counseling Intern at Medicine Horse, where she supports clients of all ages through equine-assisted growth. With experience in horsemanship, coaching, and trauma-informed care, she brings a thoughtful, compassionate approach to each session. Passionate about fostering resilience and connection, Lolo creates safe spaces for learning alongside the horses. Outside of Medicine Horse, she enjoys outdoor adventures with her family and is pursuing her master’s in counseling at Naropa University.
She | Her | Hers
Olivia Gorelick
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Michael Mahoney
Michael Mahoney (LPCC) is a graduate of Naropa University in the Wilderness Therapy program. He is conversational in Spanish. Michael grew up in Virginia, and since childhood, he has found connection, healing and integration from being in nature. After college, he worked for a decade in middle and high schools on the Navajo Nation in New Mexico, and then in New Orleans and Baton Rouge, Louisiana. His work in special education eventually led him to explore a passion for mental health.
Michael loves working at Medicine Horse because our animals offer us a relational connection which in turn helps us connect with ourselves and with other & important relationships in our lives.
She | Her | Hers
Dana Shultz
Dana holds a master’s in social work from the University of Denver, specializing in trauma, family therapy, and animal-assisted therapy. Licensed since 2016, she has advanced training in Trauma-Focused Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (TR-EAP™) and is a certified hypnotherapist. Her lifelong experience with horses enriches her therapeutic approach. Outside of work, she enjoys music, family, skiing, and caring for her horses.
Contact Us
If you are in crisis, please seek help immediately
Below are some options for immediate support
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Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to reach a 24-hour crisis center available through the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.
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Text MHA to 741741 to connect with a trained Crisis Counselor from Crisis Text Line.
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Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
If you are in need of support, but not in crisis, consider reaching out to a warmline. Warmlines offer a place to call when you just need to talk to someone. Speaking to someone on these calls is typically free, confidential, and run by people who understand what it’s like to struggle with mental health problems. Find a warmline at mhanational.org/warmlines.
Please email us with any questions or feedback:
Therapy inquiries: therapy@medicinehorse.org
General inquiries: info@medicinehorse.org