One of the therapies that informs the work of The Mane Intent both in terms of psychotherapy and equine-assisted psychotherapy offerings is the humanistic approach to therapy. The humanistic...
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The Fear of Death is a Natural Fear Experienced by Many People
“I am afraid of dying,” she said. The client is a 10-year-old girl who is struggling to sleep. “I’m afraid of how I might die." The fear of death, also known as thanatophobia or mortality salience,...
“Shifting Perspectives” — Journey On Podcast Summit
“Your vision will only become clear when you look into your heart.” – Carl Jung “Remember when all you wanted was what you have now,” said Brendan O’Reilly. Those words stuck to me and still give...
“Rooted in Who We Are”: Supporting Healing in Indigenous Communities.
“Indigenous children today are still being very much impacted by colonial harm,” shared Dr. Nicole Ineese-Nash. Dr. Ineese-Nash was recently a guest on the Little Eyes, Little Ears podcast hosted by...
Daily Chores and the Benefits of Routine
Every morning my day starts with farm chores. It is a ritual that I’ve come to enjoy and really appreciate. First I open the door to the chicken house and everyone comes out in a rush of feathers...
The Power of the Group: Self-Awareness is best done with others
“To become more self-aware, sometimes you need a friend. Two friends are better. Self-reflection is best done with others,” Simon Sinek concluded in a recently podcast interview with Brené Brown and...
The Mane Intent is a Referral Source for Victim Services
Victim Services Peterborough and Northumberland (VSPN) is a confidential, community-based service that provides immediate emotional and practical support to survivors of crime and tragedy. VSPN is a...
Cultivating a Neurodiversity-Affirming Therapy Practice
Autistic children and youth are one of the client groups we support. The Mane Intent’s founder, Jennifer Garland, RP, has just completed a six-week course called Paddock Play to ensure we are best...
