Equine Ranch Wellness Program
The Power of Partnership
Human and Horse
At the Humane Society of North Texas (HSNT) Equine Ranch, healing flows both ways. Rescued horses, once neglected or abandoned—find peace and purpose through connection. In turn, they help veterans, cancer survivors, and individuals overcoming trauma rediscover calm, confidence, and strength. By rehabilitating rescue horses, participants not only aid in their recovery but also find purpose in helping them discover their forever homes.
Together, horse and human embark on a journey of trust, empathy, and second chances—proof that true healing happens through connection.
A Unique Approach to Wellness
Calming Enriching visits
Our program is rooted in connection-based horsemanship—an approach that prioritizes trust, mindfulness, and communication through relaxation.
Participants engage in quiet groundwork where communication happens through energy, presence, and breath.
Horses learn to trust again and prepare for adoption.
Participants gain calm, confidence, and a sense of belonging.
Healing is discovered, one step, one breath, one moment at a time.
Guided by Experience Grounded in compassion
Grounded In Compassion
Led by seasoned equine professionals Steve and Amanda Stevens, our program is built on the foundation of their decades of dedicated rescue and rehabilitation work and Amanda's personal resilience as a breast cancer survivor. They believe that healing is a mutual journey; by teaching humans to listen to the subtle language of the horse, they facilitate a unique space where transformation happens naturally.
Every session is designed to nurture trust, foster mindfulness, and prove that with the right guidance, both horse and human can find their way back to peace.
Your Support
Creates Hope
Restoring Lives, One Hoofbeat At a Time
Thanks to the generosity of our donors and community partners, the Equine Ranch Wellness Program is offered to participants
free of charge.
Every contribution does more than sustain a program—it restores lives, rekindles trust, and proves that healing is possible for both human and horse.
Join us in building a place where hope lives and healing begins.
Humane Society of North Texas — Where compassion meets purpose.
For additional information, contact Amanda Stevens at astevens@hsnt.org.
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to participate in our Equine Ranch Wellness Program
