Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: July 15, 2022Updated: August 5, 2022Therapy comes in many forms. Boys who enjoy being around animals may benefit from the animal caretaking program at Foothills at Red Oak Recovery. Our program includes equine therapy, where participants learn how to feed, groom, saddle,…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamAuthored ByDoug CarterDoug Carter read morePublished: November 13, 2021Updated: November 19, 2021Alternative and experiential treatments for health and well-being are increasingly popular, including among teenagers. Whether a teen is struggling with an eating disorder, substance abuse, social media, video games, or co-occurring disorders,…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: July 13, 2021Updated: July 21, 2021Equine therapy is one option and type of teen therapy that clients may consider when looking for substance abuse treatment. Substance use disorders come in many forms. However, animal caretaking through equine therapy helps teach responsibility, awareness,…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: April 27, 2021Updated: April 16, 2021Working with animals creates a unique opportunity for people to find healing in themselves. Equine therapy is just that: working with, learning from, and taking care of horses. The benefits of equine therapy are numerous, and each…
Added ByFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryFoothills at Red Oak RecoveryMeet The Editorial TeamPublished: February 18, 2021Updated: February 18, 2021One of the most fulfilling parts of the programming at Foothills at Red Oak Recovery is having clients involved in animal caretaking on our expansive 94-acre working farm and campus. These animal relationships allow clients to experience…
