Hands-on Healing

Improving mental and behavioral health through animal-guided programs and mentorship with special attention to youth and veterans in Northwest Washington.

What We Do

Since 1999, Animals as Natural Therapy (ANT) has offered animal-guided mental & behavioral health programs for youth, veterans, families, & elders. Our Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) programs are based on the knowledge that animals can teach important life skills such as respect for self & others, healthy boundaries, self-management, empathy, and clear communication. We contract with mental health clinicians to provide Equine Assisted Therapy (EAT), offering mental health support with horsemanship to uniquely address a variety of participant needs.
Animals as Natural Therapy is a PATH International Premier Accredited Center, ensuring adherence to the highest industry standards for equine-assisted services. Participants and their families can be sure that ANT prioritizes the safety of participants, volunteers and equines, and provides quality services.
Animals as Natural Therapy is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit (EIN: 91-1939165) and our programs are funded by donations. You can support this work by making a gift today!