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Therapy Services
A gentle, nature-based approach to emotional wellbeing
At Renew Animal Assisted Therapy & Counselling, we offer a range of services that support emotional regulation, stress release, confidence building, and reconnection, with self, others, and the natural world. Each session is tailored to the individual and may include horses, dogs, or simply time in nature.
Equine - Assisted Therapy Session
Healing in connection with horses
Our therapy herd offers a calm and grounding presence that supports emotional regulation, trauma recovery, and greater self-awareness. These non-judgemental, co-regulated sessions are especially beneficial for young people, trauma survivors, and those who feel overwhelmed by traditional talk therapy. No horse experience required.
Dog - Assisted Therapy Session
Compassionate connection in a calm setting
For some, the steady presence of a dog can offer comfort, grounding, and emotional safety. Our therapy dog is part of sessions that may involve talking, sitting quietly, walking through nature, or simply being together. These sessions are ideal for individuals who may find it hard to engage in traditional therapy or who respond positively to animal companionship.
Counselling & Talk Therapy
Grounded, relational, and client-centred
Traditional counselling offered in a relaxed, nature-rich setting. Sessions are conversational and paced gently, often supported by the presence of therapy animals if desired.
NDIS Participants
Aligned with your goals and needs
I support NDIS participants (self-managed or plan-managed) across a range of psychosocial and emotional goals, including:
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Building confidence and self-trust
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Enhancing emotional regulation and resilience
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Supporting communication and social skills
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Promoting independence and wellbeing
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Reducing isolation and anxiety
Women’s Retreats & Group Programs
Space to reconnect, reflect, and restore
Seasonal group offerings for women, including equine-assisted retreats and wellbeing-focused programs. These experiences are deeply grounding and provide time for rest, insight, and connection to self and others.
High School Group Programs
Building confidence, emotional regulation, and resilience
Our Equine Therapy Group Programs for high school students are designed to support young people in developing vital social-emotional skills in a calm, non-judgemental, and nature-rich setting. Through guided interaction with our therapy horses, students learn to build trust, increase self-awareness, and develop healthier ways of coping with life’s challenges.
Curious About Animal-Assisted Therapy?
Come and Try a Free 30-Minute Session!
We know that starting therapy, or trying something new, can feel like a big step. That’s why we offer a free 30-minute introductory session so you can experience what animal-assisted therapy is all about, meet the team (both two-legged and four-legged!), and see if it feels like a good fit for you.
During your session, you'll have the chance to:
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Meet our gentle therapy horses or calm therapy dog
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Explore the peaceful Mogo property where sessions take place
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Chat with Karene, a qualified counsellor and equine therapist, about your goals or questions
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Learn how sessions can support emotional regulation, confidence, anxiety, or general wellbeing