Healing is an ancient therapy that can help horses emotionally, mentally and physically. It is gentle and non-invasive with the horse being given a choice as to whether to accept it or not. It is sometimes called Reiki, Spiritual Healing, Hands on Healing or Energy Therapy.

Whatever the name, the healer acts as a channel for healing energy to flow through to a person or animal and help them where it is most needed. During a session the horses often become calm and can go into a state of deep relaxation.

Healing energy has been measured as electromagnetic signals emitting from the hands of trained healers. There is a link between emotional states and the energy fields of the body and these can be communicated by energetic pathways to beneficially affect all cells in the body (Oschman, 2002).

The healing can help with tension, discomfort and behavioural issues. Owners often find that they feel more connected to their horses and start to look at life in a different way. Combined with a greater knowledge of horse behaviour and lifestyle this understanding can be the beginning of a healing journey for horse and human......