Stable Change: Equine-Assisted Therapy, Team Building and Leadership in the Southern Highlands
In the heart of the picturesque Southern Highlands, Stable Change offers programs for individuals, groups, and the corporate sector, all designed to inspire personal and professional growth.
Working alongside our remarkable horses in a peaceful, natural setting, you’ll have the opportunity to gain fresh perspectives and explore new ways to overcome challenges. At Stable Change, we don’t just talk—we help you actively experience transformation. With the guidance of our experienced team and the intuitive presence of our horses, you’ll leave with renewed clarity, confidence, and a stronger sense of purpose.
Why Horses?
Horses offer unique and powerful support for anyone facing mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and stress. Their calming presence and ability to respond intuitively to human emotions creates a safe and non-judgemental environment where healing can unfold. Interacting with horses encourages mindfulness, helping you to centre yourself in the present and reduce feelings of overwhelm. For those navigating difficult emotions or past trauma, the horse's gentle and accepting nature can provide comfort, while their honest feedback helps build self-awareness, emotional regulation, and resilience. By working with horses, you can develop healthier coping strategies, rebuild trust in yourself and others, and gain a renewed sense of hope and possibility.
Being with horses invites you to step into the present moment. As prey animals, horses are acutely attuned to their surroundings, responding instinctively to our body language and non-verbal cues. They meet us with authenticity, offering immediate and honest feedback about how we show up, how we connect, and how we navigate relationships. Horses don’t judge—they walk beside us, creating a safe and supportive space to explore new ways of being. With their help, you can begin to let go of old patterns and embrace new behaviours that will serve you better moving forward.
Working with horses is a partnership. You can’t control a horse—they are too big, strong, and independent. Instead, you’ll learn how to build trust, set clear boundaries, and use mental focus to guide and communicate with them. This process can unlock a sense of confidence, clarity, and personal empowerment as you discover how your approach impacts the connection and outcome. Horses provide the perfect mirror of how we navigate challenges and relationships in our lives. Horses also teach us through their natural way of being. As herd animals, they live in intricate social systems built on constant communication and mutual respect. They instinctively seek calm, confident leaders and encourage us to cultivate qualities like mindfulness, self-assurance, compassion, and connection. Spending time with them provides an opportunity to develop these attributes and deepen your self-awareness in a way that is both profound and transformative. Come and experience the magic of connecting with these incredible animals— you may just discover a new path forward.
