WORKSHOPS & SERVICES with Leigh Shambo, MSW

Welcome to our workshops and services listing!  Upcoming workshops are listed following our Open House and non-profit information.  Rates for individual sessions follow workshop listings.  The workshop schedule is frequently updated, so please check back for additions.

Scroll down for details on Leigh's UK workshops and for HEAL Facilitator Training!

 

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3-day workshop

February 17-19, 2009

Vale de Prazeres, Portugal

 

Local organizer:

Maaike de Hoop

phone: 00351 275561538

maaikeinportugal@mac.com

 

or contact HEAL
(360)266-0778
   events@humanequinealliance.org

Energy and Grace:   Human and Horse

 in Vale de Prazeres, Portugal

This popular workshop goes in depth on the energetic aspects of relationship building with horses. Learn energy awareness and practical energetic management for almost any situation with horses and with people. You will learn about horse and human energy fields and boundaries, how to protect and clarify your energetic field and how to communicate energetically  We will incorporate the ancient Chinese practice of Qi Gong as part of our experiential practice and lots of horse play! 

CE credits for counselors and therapists through NASW-WA and CA-BBS
An Epona approved workshop.
695/ person                                                                           No riding

Enrollment limited to 14 participants

1-day seminar

February 28,2009

Chehalis, WA

 

Contact HEAL
(360)266-0778
   events@humanequinealliance.org   

Invisible Horsemanship™:  Introductory Seminar

Invisible Horsemanship is a coherent and practical approach for understanding the subtle languages of the horse-human bond.  Use the primary languages of space, feeling, and energy to create horsemanship harmony!   A heart-opening, paradigm-shifting model that helps people grow their capacity for authentic human and equine relationships.

CE credits for counselors and therapists through NASW-WA and CA-BBS


$195  includes lunch          
 9:30 AM to 6 PM                 No Riding

3-day workshop

March 20-22, 2009

Chehalis, WA

 

Contact HEAL
(360)266-0778
   events@humanequinealliance.org   

 

The Horse-Human Connection:

Equine-Facilitated Learning

 A (non-riding) workshop for counselors, educators and all horse lovers to learn the basics of partnering with horses for human healing and learning and for equestrians to deepen their understanding of the emotional responsiveness of horses.  The HEAL approach offers new paradigms in mind-body awareness to promote human healing, personal growth and a reverent and effective  approach to the equestrian arts.

CE credits for counselors and therapists through NASW-WA and CA-BBS

$620  includes lunch        9:30 AM to 5:30 PM                 No Riding

3-day workshop

April 24-26, 2009

Chehalis, WA

 

Contact HEAL
(360)266-0778
   events@humanequinealliance.org   

Invisible Horsemanship™:  Riding from Inside

In this 3-day workshop you will learn steps to self-awareness and energetic clarity, vital ingredients for positive horse and human relationships.  Epona Advanced Instructor Leigh Shambo integrates a lifetime of equestrian training and coaching with her expertise in human and horse psychology.  Understand subtle character and relationship dynamics on the ground that will give you new insight into the horse-human relationship!

$620/person, includes lunch     9:30-5:30      riding optional

Open House

May 9, 2009

Chehalis, WA

 

Contact HEAL
(360)266-0778
   events@humanequinealliance.org   

 

You are invited to visit

Human-Equine Alliances for Learning (HEAL) & Leigh Shambo, MSW, LMHC

Spring 2009 Open House

Fellowship · Fun · Farm-Warming
Demonstrations of EFL · Information · Refreshments


Come see what HEAL is all about

 

3-day workshop

May 29-31, 2009

Chehalis, WA

 

Contact HEAL
(360)266-0778
   events@humanequinealliance.org   

 

Advanced Equine-Facilitated Psychotherapy:

Healing complex PTSD

Advanced workshop for EFP practitioners and all who are interested in how horses can help trauma survivors heal.  Learn to make use of the natural resonance that often occurs between horses and trauma survivors, and see how horses teach affective/somatic self-regulation, boundary & healthy ego strength.  Recognize intuitive gifts in trauma survivors and help them distinguish these from symptoms.   Exercises and methods in the HEAL Approach that are tailored for trauma recovery.  Leigh will also cover research models for EFP with trauma survivors.

  CE credits for counselors and therapists through NASW-WA and CA-BBS

$620/person, lunch included each day

4-month professional

training program

 

June 15-20, 2009

October 19-24, 2009

onsite instruction weeks;

 4-month program includes distance learning and & individualized consultation  

 

Counselor CEU's available

thru NASW-WA or CA BBS

 

For details including application criteria contact

Kathleen Ingram at

kathygram@cox.net

or call 520-322-5949

 

HEAL Facilitator Training Program

for Equine-Facilitated Learning (EFL)

with Kathleen Barry Ingram, MA & Leigh Shambo, MSW

A program for counselors, teachers, and coaches (including equestrian professionals) who are looking for practical training and experience for developing Equine Facilitated Learning programs. The FTP consists of 2 weeks (6 days each) of on-site instruction as well as individual and group study assignments which will help prepare students to facilitate horse activities in a way that optimizes relational ability, emotional well-being, and empowerment. Upon fulfillment of graduation requirements students will be provided with an individual, strength-based evaluation and a certificate of program completion.  Students will be able to list themselves as graduates of the HEAL Facilitator Training Program for Equine-Facilitated Learning.  Prerequisite is a 3-day workshop with HEAL, Epona or Kathleen Ingram.

CEU's for counselors and therapists through NASW-WA and CA-BBS

$6000/ 4-month learning program; discount for EFP/L practitioner teams.      

limited to 12 participants             applications being accepted

June 27 & 28, 2009

Demonstrations

Celebrate the Horse! Festival in Puyallup, WA

Leigh will again be a featured clinician demonstrating and explaining equine-facilitated psychotherapy & learning!

 

July 24-26, 2009

 

Chehalis, WA

HEAL
(360)266-0778
  events@humanequinealliance.org


Energy and Grace:   Human and Horse

With Leigh Shambo & Kathleen Barry Ingram, www.sacredplaceofpossibility.com

This popular workshop goes in depth on the energetic aspects of relationship building with horses. Learn energy awareness and practical energetic management for almost any situation with horses and with people. You will learn about horse and human energy fields and boundaries, how to protect and clarify your energetic field and how to communicate energetically  We will incorporate the ancient Chinese practice of Qi Gong as part of our experiential practice and lots of horse play! 

CE credits for counselors and therapists through NASW-WA and CA-BBS
An Epona approved workshop.
$675/  3 days                                                                           No riding

Enrollment limited to 14 participants

2009 dates TBA

Contact Samantha Quinlan

LEAP Equine Therapy Centre

Tel:  07766910063, forward@leap-etc.co.uk

 

 

Leigh will once again be teaching workshops in the UK in August/September 2009. Watch this space for details, or sign up for our monthly newsletter (see sidebar)!

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2009 discounts on workshop registration for workshops held at the HEAL Center:

      5% discount for 2 or more participants signing up together.

      5% discount for registering more than one month in advance.


Register on-line, by phone (360)266-0778 or by emailing  events@humanequinealliance.org
 We welcome inquiries about hosting a workshop or clinic in your area!

 


Individual  Services

with Leigh Shambo, MSW
 

 

Equine-Facilitated Psychotherapy  & Learning (EFP/L)          Therapy                                                                                        
Available at HEAL sites in Olympia and Chehalis, WA.  Ongoing sessions  scheduled weekly or semi-monthly, following an initial assessment and treatment planning session.  Depression and anxiety, trauma recovery, spiritual emergence, and other issues.  Youth and adults, families.   Customized formats to fit individual situation.  Please call Leigh Shambo at (360)266-0778 for personalized planning or email leigh@humanequinealliance.org .

Education

Equine-facilitated learning for personal growth and for professionals interested in the field of equine-facilitated therapy and learning.  Introductory and advanced facilitation skills training for those interested in working with horses in the human services field or healing arts.  Integrate therapeutic, educational and horse skills while visioning your growth into this exciting new field!

 

Phone consultation with Leigh Shambo is available by appointment.

50% deposit required on initial individual session.

 

Per hour $100

 

Standard session

2 hours ~ $200

 

Intensive session

4 hours

$400

A good way to start therapy with an introduction to the HEAL approach.

 Insurance may reimburse for approved therapy

Equestrian consultation, coaching & training

      **  Bring your own horse or use a HEAL lesson horse

      ** Sessions at your farm can be arranged for a travel fee.

 

 Invisible Horsemanship integrates the Epona method, transformational ground training, and equestrian coaching under saddle.   It’s a powerful blend that builds a deep bond of connection and friendship while empowering you as a trusted leader in the riding relationship.  The results will amaze you and delight your horse! 

This healing approach to horsemanship opens new doors of personal growth and spiritual exploration, with your horse serving as a mirror and a guide. Learn to use your innate intuition, sensitivity and empower your own sense of 'feel'.

Custom packages that include follow up coaching and rates for private groups are available by arrangement.

HEAL is located approximately halfway between Seattle and Portland, OR.

50% deposit required on initial individual session.

 

Standard session

1-1/2 hours

$150

Sessions will include intuitive, reflective, ground training or riding practice with horses.

 

Intensive session

4 hours

$400

A good way to learn the HEAL approach.  An economical option for those coming from further away.

 

 Lessons

$50 per 1/2 hour

 

Cancellation Policy:
If a schedule change is requested more than 30 days in advance of a session, the deposit will be transferred to another date less a $50 processing fee.  Within 14 days of the scheduled date the deposit becomes non-refundable, with exceptions made for travel conditions or medical emergencies (in which case the deposit will be applied to a rescheduled date).  If a program or reserved date is cancelled by HEAL, any deposits paid will be refunded in full.

 

 


Workshop space is limited to ensure personal attention.
Reserve your space now! 

To  register or for more information, contact HEAL   events@humanequinealliance.org

Questions for Leigh Shambo may be sent to leigh@humanequinealliance.org

 

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