Help Your Child
Grow Stronger.

Equine-assisted physical and emotional therapy for children. Helping them build strength, regulation, and self-belief in a setting that feels safe and empowering.

Some children struggle to sit still. Some feel overwhelmed by big emotions. Some have difficulty with balance, coordination, or focus. And some just dont feel confident in their own bodies yet. Traditional therapy can feel clinical and intimidating. Your child deserves a space where growth feels natural.

Some children struggle to sit still. Some feel overwhelmed by big emotions. Some have difficulty with balance, coordination, or focus. And some just dont feel confident in their own bodies yet. Traditional therapy can feel clinical and intimidating. Your child deserves a space where growth feels natural.

See Confidence in Motion

Watch how children build strength, focus, and self-belief through guided interaction with our therapy horses in a safe, supportive environment.

See Confidence in Motion

Watch how children build strength, focus, and self-belief through guided interaction with our therapy horses in a safe, supportive environment.

See Confidence in Motion

Watch how children build strength, focus, and self-belief through guided interaction with our therapy horses in a safe, supportive environment.

Our Approach to Building Confidence

A simple, supportive process designed to help your child grow safely and meaningfully.

1

Gentle Evaluation

We meet your child in a calm, supportive environment and assess physical and emotional goals.

2

Personalized Plan

Sessions are tailored to your child’s developmental and therapeutic needs.

3

Grow Confidence

With licensed therapists and trained horses, your child builds measurable strength and lasting confidence.

Why Horses?

Because growth happens differently when the body and emotions are engaged together.

Movement That Strengthens the Body

The natural, rhythmic movement of a horse gently challenges a child’s balance, coordination, and core strength. This multidimensional motion engages muscles and sensory systems in ways that are difficult to replicate in a clinic setting.

As children ride, guide, and interact with horses, their bodies are actively working — building stability, improving posture, and strengthening motor skills.

A Calm Nervous System Learns Best

Horses are incredibly sensitive to energy and emotion. They respond honestly and consistently, helping children become more aware of their own emotional state.

When a child learns to regulate their breathing, tone, and focus in order to guide a horse, they’re practicing real-time emotional regulation. The result? Improved focus, increased self-awareness, and greater emotional resilience.

Confidence Built Through Connection

There’s something powerful about earning the trust of a 1,000-pound animal. Horses don’t judge, rush, or criticize. They respond to clarity and calm leadership.

As children learn to communicate effectively and build partnership with a horse, they begin to see their own strength. Confidence doesn’t just get talked about here. It gets practiced.

Meet The Hearts Behind the Barn

A team of licensed therapists and equine specialists dedicated to helping children grow with confidence, strength, and care.

Madison Wehrman

Equine Assistant

Danielle Wehrman

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Cameron Wehrman

Equine Assistant

Questions Parents Often Ask

We understand choosing therapy for your child comes with important questions. Here are answers to some of the most common ones.

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Is equine-assisted therapy safe for children?

Does my child need prior riding experience?

What if my child is nervous around horses?

Is this covered by insurance?

What kinds of improvements can we expect?

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Is equine-assisted therapy safe for children?

Does my child need prior riding experience?

What if my child is nervous around horses?

Is this covered by insurance?

What kinds of improvements can we expect?

Ready to see your child grow stronger?

© Copyright 2026 The Confidence Barn - All rights reserved.

The information provided on this website is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Therapy services are provided by licensed professionals based on individualized evaluation and treatment planning. Results may vary depending on each child’s unique needs and participation.

Insurance coverage varies by provider and plan. Please contact us to verify benefits and eligibility.

For questions regarding our services, privacy practices, or policies, please contact us directly.

Ready to see your child grow stronger?

© Copyright 2026 The Confidence Barn - All rights reserved.

The information provided on this website is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Therapy services are provided by licensed professionals based on individualized evaluation and treatment planning. Results may vary depending on each child’s unique needs and participation.

Insurance coverage varies by provider and plan. Please contact us to verify benefits and eligibility.

For questions regarding our services, privacy practices, or policies, please contact us directly.