The key differences between Adaptive Riding, Equine-Assisted Learning (EAL), and Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) lie in their goals and focus:
Adaptive Riding: Focuses on teaching riding skills to students with physical, cognitive, or emotional challenges while improving independence and functional life skills.
Equine-Assisted Learning (EAL): An experiential program aimed at developing life skills for educational, professional, and personal growth through activities with horses, helping individuals overcome daily challenges.
Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP): One-on-one mental health treatment using the horse as a partner to meet individual treatment goals; provided by a licensed mental health professional and equine specialist. These sessions involve mostly ground-work with the horses.