CREOKS is making a significant impact on how Oklahomans receive mental health treatment by offering equine therapy services. Ashley Westmoreland and Meagan Farley recently discussed the benefits of equine therapy in improving access and treatment for individuals with a variety of disorders. Equine therapy, available at River Trail Ranch in Haskell, Oklahoma, has been used successfully with different populations, including veterans, school-age children, and the elderly, to address conditions such as trauma, PTSD, ADHD, depression, and anxiety.
The newly completed enclosed arena at River Trail Ranch allows CREOKS to extend equine therapy services throughout the year. The ranch has hosted various events and collaborations, including with the Broken Arrow Police Department and COVID Public Schools, showcasing the versatility and impact of equine therapy in mental health care.
For those interested in exploring equine therapy, individuals can make a referral through CREOKS’ website. Meagan Farley expressed her gratitude for CREOKS’ contributions to mental health in Tulsa and Oklahoma, emphasizing the importance of ongoing progress in addressing mental health issues. Farley highlighted the upcoming opening of a psychiatric hospital in downtown Tulsa being designed by Dewberry, underscoring the increasing recognition of mental health needs in the community.
Overall, CREOKS’ equine therapy services are playing a vital role in expanding mental health resources in Tulsa and Oklahoma, offering a unique and effective approach to addressing various mental health conditions and improving access to treatment for individuals of all ages and backgrounds.
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