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Viviane’s View: My Prinz Harry is a Charmer

Viviane’s View: My Prinz Harry is a Charmer

by The Mane Intent | Mar 13, 2017 | Muse from The Round Pen

“Life itself is the most wonderful fairy tale.” — Hans Christian Andersen “I don’t need the prince, but I will keep the horse.” That’s what my favorite postcard on my room door says. I arrive at The Mane Intent and who do I meet? A prince. He’s...
Viviane’s View: Let the Journey Begin

Viviane’s View: Let the Journey Begin

by The Mane Intent | Mar 2, 2017 | Muse from The Round Pen

“Of all the books in the world, the best stories are found between the pages of a passport.”  – Saber Ben Hassen I touched Canadian ground for the first time in the summer of 2013. The first story in my passport is four weeks long. It’s the...
A Warm Herd Welcome to Viviane Burmester

A Warm Herd Welcome to Viviane Burmester

by The Mane Intent | Mar 1, 2017 | News and Updates

“I have experienced the power of horses to change us, their honesty as well as their infinite trust once you open your heart to them and allow them to touch your soul.” – Viviane Burmester In December, 2015, I received an email out of blue from...

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The Mane Intent’s workshop space is where all of o The Mane Intent’s workshop space is where all of our offerings begin - psychotherapy (talk therapy), equine-assisted therapy, group workshops, leadership development retreats and team-building events. Our offerings are intended to build confidence and resilience, work through difficult experiences and emotions, manage stress and achieve post-trauma growth. We work primarily with women, youth and children (age 7 and up) from all walks of life. Located 15 minutes of Peterborough on a beautiful century farm. #psychotherapy #equineassistedtherapy #leadershipdevelopment #teambuilding #wellnessworkshops
We have spots available for our next workshop: At We have spots available for our next workshop: At the Threshold of Light: A Spring Equinox Journey with Horses and Expressive Arts. Sunday, March 22, 2026. $60 per person. 1-4 pm. Join us as we honour the moment when light and dark are in balance, and consciously choose what we will grow. The equinox is a moment of balance between what has been and what is becoming. Many life transitions live here — not fully released, not yet formed. We’ll explore how to be present in that threshold. This is an opportunity to: deepen your connection to the natural world and seasonal cycles; experience horses as sentient beings of balance, presence and authenticity. You will engage in a ground-based, non-riding experience, with emphasis on choice and observation; support personal reflection on emergence, transition, growth and intention; and integrate body, heart, and imagination through expressive arts. No previous art or horse experience is required. This is a small group gathering. The equinox is a threshold, not a destination. Balance between light and dark is dynamic, not static. Growth begins below the surface before it becomes visible. Email jgarland@themaneintent.ca to register. Details on our calendar page themaneintent.ca #equineassistedlearning #equinox #wellness #spring
After a day of vet visits, we are all enjoying the After a day of vet visits, we are all enjoying the warmth of the sun while it lasts today. Enjoy these moments. #equineassistedtherapy #psychotherapy #spring
It’s been a tough week for our young Summer who de It’s been a tough week for our young Summer who developed an infection under her face. Today it was X-rays to determine if surgery is required. Next step is a consultation with an equine dental surgeon. Send some positive thoughts to Summer this week as we navigate the latest challenge and support her healing. Shout out to Gilson Equine and @peterboroughveterinaryservices for your support. #haflinger #equineassistedtherapy #equinedentistry #summer
Signs of spring: The geese are returning for the s Signs of spring: The geese are returning for the season. Starting to hear birdsong again. See any robins yet? #psychotherapy #naturetherapy #equineassistedtherapy @ptbocounty @osmtownship
Grateful for a day of sharing and caring with my d Grateful for a day of sharing and caring with my daughter @sarahevdb as we celebrated together at The Tiffany Show’s International Women’s Day Party. The Mane Intent offers psychotherapy and equine-assisted psychotherapy largely to women and youth. We were pleased to be a Bestie Event Sponsor for this event focused on building community, story telling and spreading kindness. @_thetiffanyshow @international_womens_day_2026 #psychotherapy #equineassistedtherapy
Are we coming to the end of sunny walks in the cri Are we coming to the end of sunny walks in the crispy snow? It’s a beauty of a day - we trust you are appreciating it as much as we are. #equineassistedtherapy #psychotherapy #winter #winterwonderland
On days like today I can embrace the beauty of win On days like today I can embrace the beauty of winter and all the feelings that come with this season. #psychotherapy #equineassistedtherapy #horses #winter
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