“It's therapy where you're able to talk to someone and get help while having the unconditional love of sweet animals around you.”

“The farm is warm and welcoming. This is a great place to go and bond with animals. The farm’s approach works great to real life issues.”

“Farm-based therapy provides a gentle distraction to allow people who do not feel comfortable opening up to other humans an opportunity to connect through the animals. It is a gentle approach. My daughter always feels good to help the animals while getting great suggestions on how to help herself in everyday life.”

“It is a piece of Heaven. It brings so much joy to [my child]. Thank you!”

“Far better for active children than traditional talk therapy, more engaging, and builds physical health, as well. Allows for a less fraught environment to talk things through, and helps create connections with other living beings. Helps build confidence and teaches individuals to take on responsibilities for tasks, while building compassion and empathy. Just being outside in the fresh air is therapeutic for kids who are stuck in front of a screen too much.”

“I would describe it as an out-of-the-box approach that I find particularly beneficial for younger children who are not willing or able to sit in the traditional therapist office. It is a unique opportunity for patients to receive positive feedback from the animals through their care while working through their own personal challenges with the clinician. I also feel it is a great strategy for individuals who are not always willing to discuss their feelings, being at the farm. [My child] feels comfortable and I believe is more willing to explore difficulties that she faces.”

“It is amazing and everyone should have farm-based therapy!”