SHASTA COUNTY
Serene Ranch; Cottonwood. “Ride and Let it go.” We have a decade of experience working with individuals with special needs, mental health challenges, at risk individuals or those recovering from trauma. Our horses are all rescues with their own stories to tell. Equine lessons and fun with the horses. Everyone gets to ride. Certified in Equine Assisted Learning and Therapy. We offer group and individual lessons. Learning horsemanship and riding skills translates into life skills. Safety and fun come first. Find us on Facebook or email sereneranchnorcal@gmail.com. 3871 Rancho Estates Rd. (530)440-1808.
SISKIYOU COUNTY
HealTherapy, Inc.; Yreka. Provides comprehensive behavioral health services to the rural communities and associated agencies of Siskiyou County. Provides services to MediCal eligible youth and adults and associated agencies, including Hornbrook and Montague Elementary School Districts and the Karuk Tribe of Northern California. Specializes in equestrian facilitated psychotherapy & equine assisted experiential learning. Programs include certified equestrian therapeutic instructors. Empowers clients to navigate life challenges and regain natural balance in a supportive, caring and compassionate environment. Summer Horse Program for youth. http://www.heal-therapy.com. 1833 S. Oregon St. (530)842-3455.
Stable Hands; Yreka. Services for ages 4 & up. Stable Hands’ mission is to improve the physical, mental and social health of people living with disabilities through therapeutic horsemanship. Therapeutic horsemanship program & Horses Helping Heroes programs consist of two 8-week sessions in the spring and fall and one 6-week session in the summer. Stablehands.org. 1011 4th St., Suite. 3. (530)598-5435.
TEHAMA COUNTY
DLB Ranch, Inc.; Cottonwood. Nonprofit equine center dedicated to enriching the lives of children and adults through therapeutic interaction using the healing power of horses. Offers education, outdoor recreation and assisted emotional counseling. dlbranch.org. 17596 Southlake Rd. nightstarranch@gmail.com. (530)347-9902.