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Connecting Humans with Horses

All Abilities Welcome

“Horses are one of the best ways to address the psychological and physiological challenges happening in the world today”

Why Horses

Technology-free, and outdoors, equine assisted activities and therapies require human brains and bodies to slow down to their natural rhythms.

This experience brings relief, growth, and healing for all types of disorders and diseases.

 FAQs

  • RM therapies is the independent equine therapy practice and consultancy, created by Regan Mays (MSC, BFA, ESMHL, CTRI), fusing comparative psychology and mindfulness with equine assisted activities & therapies.

    In addition to private practice, Regan is a staff member and creative collaborator with local PATH centers, and a Wellness Facilitator at The Mind Body Healing Collective in Scottsdale, Arizona.

  • Sessions are a blend of equine assisted learning and horsemanship, with sensory awareness and somatic integration techniques like mindfulness, sound healing, and breathwork. Programs are uniquely crafted to fit the needs and goals of the individual.

    Note: analytic psychotherapy is not included. Exceptions can apply.

  • Everyone is welcome.

    Regan specializes in neurodiverse adolescents and young adults, but sees clients of all ages and abilities.

    Currently Supporting: ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Depression and other Mood Disorders, Prader-Willi syndrome, Parkinsons, PTSD and other trauma related disorders.

  • There are many mental, emotional, and physical health benefits to equine assisted activities and therapies.

    Mentally: connecting with horses requires complete focus, engages bilateral brain activity and neuroplasticity.

    Emotionally: horses naturally impact our nervous systems and slow down our hearts, helping us to feel calmer and more connected.

    Physically: working with horses, mounted and unmounted, is excellent exercise. Both burn calories, relieve stress, lower blood pressure, improve cardiovascular health, increase muscular-skeletal strength, improve balance and coordination, release endorphins and boost mood.

  • In-person sessions are offered at the facility best fitted for the goals and needs of each client. Location is disclosed upon confirmation of the first session.

    Equine sessions occur alongside the guidance of a trained certified equine specialist in mental health and/ or therapeutic riding instructor.

About the founder

Regan is a graduate of New York University (BA, BFA) and Arizona State University (MSC), and is certified through the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (CTRI, ESMHL). She is also registered with Yoga Alliance (YA 300) and works with PATH Premiere Accredited Centers around the country, in conjunction with private practice, to connect as many humans with horses as possible.
To learn more about Regan personally, click here.