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May is Mental Health Awareness Month – Stronger Connections, Better Mental Health

May is Mental Health Awareness Month – Stronger Connections, Better Mental Health

by The Mane Intent | May 6, 2026 | Uncategorized

This Mental Health Week (May 4-10), the Canadian Mental Health Association is inviting you to connect with community and yourself! Together, we can strengthen belonging, reduce isolation, and support well-being, because connection strengthens mental health. When we...
Equine-Assisted Therapy Supports Social Connection – Essential for Mental Health

Equine-Assisted Therapy Supports Social Connection – Essential for Mental Health

by The Mane Intent | May 6, 2026 | Uncategorized

Equine-assisted therapy (EAT) supports social connection in humans in a few distinct, evidence-informed ways. Horses are highly sensitive, relational animals and interacting with a horse while being supported by a mental health professional can change how you...
Working with a Therapist Is Good for Business

Working with a Therapist Is Good for Business

by The Mane Intent | May 6, 2026 | Uncategorized

At a recent leadership retreat, participants were encouraged to work with a psychotherapist to support their roles in the organization and life beyond work. Maybe I am a bit biased, but I believe that’s sound advice. Psychotherapy can be remarkably valuable in the...
Strategies for Getting Through the Holiday Season

Strategies for Getting Through the Holiday Season

by The Mane Intent | Nov 28, 2025 | Uncategorized

The holiday season can be difficult for many of us. With the emphasis on joy and togetherness, people who are far from family, have lost loved ones, or lack social support may experience loneliness and isolation more intensely at this time of year. Here are some...
HERd Inspiration for Women Who Create Workshop A Success

HERd Inspiration for Women Who Create Workshop A Success

by The Mane Intent | Nov 26, 2025 | Uncategorized

We recently piloted our first offering of HERd Inspiration: a two-day workshop featuring horses and nature for women who create. Participants were invited to harness the inspiration of nature to awaken and enhance creativity. Six women participated in this opportunity...
Visioning 2026 with Your Goddess Guide – Sunday, December 28, 2025

Visioning 2026 with Your Goddess Guide – Sunday, December 28, 2025

by The Mane Intent | Nov 12, 2025 | Uncategorized

What are your dreams and goals for 2026? Explore what’s possible in this unique workshop as you meet your Goddess Guide for 2026 in the presence of horses and create your own vision board reflecting what you want to attract or achieve in your life as you harness the...
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It is vet day today and we are ready! @peterboroug It is vet day today and we are ready! @peterboroughveterinaryservices
So uplifting to attend the Peterborough County 202 So uplifting to attend the Peterborough County 2026 Community Recognition Awards last night. Good to see a few familiar faces. Many inspiring individuals and businesses were recognized. Thanks again to the anonymous individual who nominated The Mane Intent for business leadership in @osmtownship. Thanks to @sarahevdb for the lovely flowers and being at the event to cheer us on. Thanks to @chrisvanden.b for all that you do and thanks to our herd for being particularly special. I am so grateful to be able to do meaningful work that makes my heart sing and I am well-supported to do so. @ptbocounty #equineassistedtherapy #ontariopsychotherapist #inspiration @trent_alumni @kawartha_sac @trentuniversity
Down into the woods today to see the wild flowers. Down into the woods today to see the wild flowers. Trilliums have arrived. Love the unfolding. #trilliums #spring #flowers
The tiniest landscape growing on the wall of the g The tiniest landscape growing on the wall of the garden. Nature in all its shapes and sizes teaching us to stand tall and move to the light. #garden #walledgarden #naturetherapy
A beautiful day to be out in the field connecting A beautiful day to be out in the field connecting with the herd. #equineassistedtherapy #connection #horses #springvibes
We had a great session yesterday working with a wo We had a great session yesterday working with a women’s group from YPO, a global leadership community for chief executives. A shout out to @elmhirstsresort for providing an exceptional local experience to support their stay nearby. Always a gift to witness visitors to the farm stepping away from fear into full confidence. Raven, pictured here,  was a good coach. #equineassistedlearning #ontarioretreat #buildingresilience
Grey County Weekend with @sarahevdb - first stop a Grey County Weekend with @sarahevdb - first stop a visit with a favourite nephew Kaz who owns and operates @valley_espresso in Flesherton with the lovely Lauren of @sodapopfarm flower farm. These two are rocking the entrepreneurial spirit. Great coffee and company! #flesherton #greycounty #expresso
Pleased to share The Mane Intent is a winner of th Pleased to share The Mane Intent is a winner of the Peterborough County 2026 Community Recognition Awards in Otonabee-South Monaghan Business Leadership Category. The recipients will be honoured at a private county event in May. Thank you to the individual who nominated us for this special recognition. The Mane Intent is a specialized therapy practice offering in-person and virtual counselling and equine-assisted psychotherapy, for individuals aged seven and up and for groups of all ages, with a strong focus on building resilience. We are welcoming new clients.  Founded in 2014 by Jennifer Garland, Registered Psychotherapist and owner/program director, The Mane Intent has become a respected provider of trauma-informed, experiential mental health care in the Peterborough area. Jennifer holds a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology and has completed advanced training in trauma treatment. In 2024, The Mane Intent proudly celebrated its 10th anniversary. Operating from a therapeutic farm in OSM Township, The Mane Intent partners with horses, donkeys, and goats as part of the healing process, creating a unique and supportive environment for clients. Programming is informed by Building Internal Resilience through Horses, an innovative, research-backed model developed by The Mane Intent in collaboration with Kawartha Sexual Assault Centre and Trent University funded by Public Health Agency of Canada. Between 2017-2021, this program demonstrated lasting improvements in resilience, emotional awareness, and relational skills for young women impacted by violence. The Mane Intent works closely with numerous social service agencies and, since 2023, has served as a referral source for Victim Services. Jennifer’s leadership and impact has been recognized through the Peterborough-Kawarthas Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards, including Health and Wellness Awards in 2017 and 2022, and the Micro Business Award in 2022. Jennifer was the recipient of a Women of Impact Award in 2024 as part of United Way Peterborough’s Women United Initiative. @osmtownship @ptbocounty @kawartha_sac @ptbokawarthaschamber @phacanada #equinetherapy @trentuniversity
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