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Berkman Academy
Who This Support Is For
Equine-assisted therapy at Berkman Academy supports children and teens who may be challenged by:
Anxiety
ADHD
Autism
Emotional regulation challenges
Low confidence
Social difficulties​
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Some young people struggle in traditional talk therapy.
Working with horses provides a practical way to learn emotional awareness and regulation through real interaction rather than conversation alone.
What happens in a session?
Each session is one-on-one, and completely off-screen.
Participants might:
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Lead or observe the horses
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Groom, feed, or care for them
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Learn to notice body language – theirs and the horse's
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Walk, move, and connect with nature
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Take small steps toward confidence and independence
Some days we walk beside the horse. Other days, we just sit quietly and listen. It all counts.
Why Horses Can Help
Horses are highly sensitive to body language and emotional signals.
They respond immediately to tension, hesitation and confidence.
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This creates a powerful learning experience where participants can see how their internal state affects the interaction and practice staying calm, focused and present.
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For many young people, this experiential approach makes emotional learning easier than traditional therapy settings.
NDIS Support
All Equine Assisted Therapy sessions are delivered by a qualified counsellor, member of the ACA, with experience supporting children and NDIS participants.
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Berkman Academy invoices NDIS sessions under:
Improved Daily Living - Assessment Recommendation Therapy or Training - Counsellor 15_043_0128_1_3
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If you are unsure whether your plan support this line item, please reach out to your plan manager.
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Ready to book a session?
