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The Mane Intent featured on Chamber Live

The Mane Intent featured on Chamber Live

by The Mane Intent | Jan 10, 2023 | News and Updates

Huge thanks to Jessica Gordon, Member Relations Coordinator for Peterborough and the Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce for featuring The Mane Intent on Chamber Live this week. The Peterborough and the Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit, member-driven...
The Give and Take of Healthy Boundaries

The Give and Take of Healthy Boundaries

by The Mane Intent | Jan 9, 2023 | Muse from The Round Pen

“I respect my boundaries, and I insist that others respect them, too.” — Louise Hay Do you struggle with saying no? Have you ever considered how boundaries (or the lack of boundaries) play out in your life? One of my greatest insights working with...
Jennifer Garland Transfers to Registered Psychotherapist Status

Jennifer Garland Transfers to Registered Psychotherapist Status

by The Mane Intent | Dec 19, 2022 | News and Updates

We’re pleased to share that The Mane Intent’s founder/program director Jennifer Garland has transferred to Registered Psychotherapist status with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario having passed the qualifying exam and completed the required direct...
Now Offering Connection-Focused Therapy®  for Overall Improved Quality of Life

Now Offering Connection-Focused Therapy®  for Overall Improved Quality of Life

by The Mane Intent | Dec 16, 2022 | News and Updates

In November, I had an opportunity to visit Eponaquest founder and author Linda Kohanov in Arizona to learn some new skills and work with her wonderful herd of horses.  I was participating in an offering of Connection-Focused Therapy®. This research-informed...
Stay Tuned: EAL Facilitator Training Planned for 2023

Stay Tuned: EAL Facilitator Training Planned for 2023

by The Mane Intent | Dec 16, 2022 | News and Updates

Are you a mental health professional or EAL facilitator who wants to expand your practice? Do you want to work in partnership with horses? Stay tuned for The Mane Intent’s 2023 offerings of Building Internal Resilience Through Horses Equine-Assisted Learning...
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Clyde is healthy and happy — run Clyde run! Clyde is healthy and happy — run Clyde run!
After a September sabbatical that included visits After a September sabbatical that included visits with family and friends and a trip to a magical far away place, it’s good to be immersed in life on the farm again with creatures large and small. Fall is in full bloom. Today we welcome a group of men from @nogofcpeterborough. Here we go. #equineassistedtherapy #farmlove
A fabulous day hosting friends with a shared inter A fabulous day hosting friends with a shared interest in art I met in Greece last year. Even Raven wanted to be part of the fun. My September sabbatical continues. The Mane Intent offices will be closed until Monday, Sept 28 while I embark on this year’s adventure. #vacation #art #friendship #horsepower
It’s been a full couple of weeks. So grateful for It’s been a full couple of weeks. So grateful for these moments. Perspective changes everything. “Find out who you are and do it on purpose.” - Dolly Parton (RIP) #purpose #dollyparton #equineassistedtherapy
Benny and June received their second set of shots Benny and June received their second set of shots today. There is some debate about whether or not they will move from the therapy space to the barn. #cats #therapycats #catsofinstagram
“Between stimulus and response there is a space. I “Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom. “ - Viktor Frankl One of the most undervalued leadership behaviours is the ability to pause. Horses understand the power of the pause. It is the deliberate choice to stop before reacting, speaking or deciding. It turns impulsive reactions into thoughtful responses, builds trust, projects quiet confidence and gives teams the space they need to solve problems. When was the last time you intentionally paused? #equineassistedtherapy #ontariopsychotherapist #leadership
Therapy cats hard at work. The kitties always know Therapy cats hard at work. The kitties always know the perfect moment to snuggle in. #cats #catsofinstagram #psychotherapy
Our therapy/studio space got a glow up today with Our therapy/studio space got a glow up today with the addition of these shutters. I don’t recommend painting yellow over black but I am determined! Thx to handy Chris for the installation. Thx to Nancy Frankish for the opportunity to repurpose the shutters and thanks to Pam Conley for the artwork by the door. #community #studio #therapy
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