Services at PBJ Connections
PBJ Connections provides mental health and behavioral health therapy for youth and families using horses. Some of our clients are displaying behavior problems and some have a mental health diagnosis. We welcome your inquiries and will work with you to determine if this is the right program for you.
- Equine-assisted Psychotherapy for Youth and Families- We offer therapy sessions using horses for youth ages 6-18 and their families. This treatment is appropriate for a vast number of diagnoses, behavioral issues and situational difficulties. Sessions cost $135 and scholarships are available. We also accept a variety of funding sources including PASSS, I/O Waivers, and private insurance.
- Equine-assisted Psychotherapy for Adults- We offer therapy sessions using horses for adults with parenting issues, mental health diagnoses and situational difficulties. Sessions cost $135 and are funded through private insurance and private pay.
- Equine-assisted Psychotherapy Groups- We offer groups for youth on a quarterly basis. Groups focus on a variety of issues, including communication skills, self-regulation, anger management and grief. Cost is $600 for repeat clients and $660 for new clients. Partial scholarships are available. We also accept a variety of funding sources including PASSS, I/O Waivers, and private insurance.
- A PONY Program- This program provides school-based psycho-educational groups to at-risk and high-risk students. We provide a tailored program based on the needs of the individual classrooms. This program is funded through direct contract with local school systems.
- Therapeutic Horse Management - This program focuses on teaching horse-related skills while working on self-discipline, job skills, and communication skills. This educational experience is schedule on an as-needed basis.
- PBJ@Work - PBJ Connections offers a rich set of corporate leadership and teamwork options that are suitable for work and social teams of all sizes.
- Equine Assisted Therapy Program Consultation - Thinking of starting your own therapy program? We frequently get phone calls from people wanting to start their own program. Consultation is available on an hourly basis.
- Rocky’s Reading Program- This program offers school-based reading programming as well as summer reading opportunities. Youth can earn prizes while getting reading assistance in the farm environment.
- T.G.I.F.-This is a Friday evening volunteer program for youth ages 10-17. Youth spend time volunteering, reading with the horses, and doing fun horse activities. Check our calendar for upcoming dates