Professional Consultation

Professional Consultation in Equine Assisted Counseling and Psychotherapy

Interest in equine assisted counseling and psychotherapy seems to be growing almost every day from both clients looking for services and professionals wanting to offer these services ethically and effectively. ECC President, Dr. Hallie Sheade, receives requests for information and consultation almost daily from individuals all over the world. Dr. Sheade is dual-credentialed as both a mental health professional and equine specialist. She holds a Ph.D in Counseling and is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S) and Registered Play Therapist Supervisor (RPT-S). She is also a PATH Intl. Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning (ESMHL) and PATH Intl. Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor (CTRI). Dr. Sheade has developed equine assisted counseling and psychotherapy programs from the ground up. Through ECC, Dr. Sheade and her team have provided over 6,000 equine assisted counseling sessions to children, adolescents, and adults including individual, couple/family, and group sessions. Her combined educational background and years of experience provide her with a unique skill in helping other professionals to build programs in equine assisted counseling. Dr. Sheade is an expert in the field and authored a comprehensive book on the field, Equine-Assisted Counseling and Psychotherapy: Healing Through Horses, now available for purchase. Dr. Sheade loves connecting with other professionals and is happy to provide her expertise in a number of areas.

Program Development

Risk Management and Liability Insurance
Business Structures and Facility Partnerships
Intake and Clinical Documentation
Staff Qualifications, Training, and Competencies
Building Effective Treatment Teams
Facility Design and Logistics
Ethical Considerations
Partnerships with Community Agencies

Equine Partners

Selecting Equine Partners
Initial Training
Managing Problem Behaviors
Equine Welfare
Safety Considerations

Practice Issues

Case Consultation - Conceptualization and Treatment Planning
Specific Presenting Concerns and Diagnoses
Providing Services in Different Formats (e.g. Individual, Group, Couple/Family)
Integration with best practices and evidence-informed approaches
Implementing Relational Equine-Partnered Counseling and/or Equine-Partnered Play Therapy

Special Programming: Services for Military

Military Cultural Competency
Community and Military Partnerships
Program Development
Case Consultation

Private Consultation Sessions

Consultation sessions are available in-person, by phone, or through video chat. Sessions are private and one-on-one with Dr. Sheade. After completing the form below, we will contact you for a free 15-minute consultation interview to discuss your specific needs and how Dr. Sheade can help you to meet your goals.

30-Minute Consultation - $100.00

60-Minute Consultation - $150.00*

90-Minute Consultation - $200.00

Inquire about discounts for multiple session packages!

*Attendees at past workshops hosted or facilitated by ECC qualify for one single 60-minute consultation at the reduced rate of $125.

Group Consultation Sessions

We will soon be offering monthly 60-minute group consultation calls by phone and video chat! Topics will vary across program development, equine partners, practice issues, and special programming. Call will be limited to 5 participants. Please note: we must have at least two participants to hold the consultation call.

Please fill out the form below to be notified when we start scheduling group consultation phone calls!

60-Minute Group Consultation Call - $75.00

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By checking the box above, I indicate that I agree to the following terms and conditions: Consultees who represent themselves as therapists agree to provide Dr. Sheade with a current copy of their license/credential(s) to practice. Consultee understands and agrees that no protected healthcare information as defined by HIPPA or confidential information will be shared with Consultant that reasonably could lead to the identification of a client or other person or organization with whom Consultee has a confidential relationship. Consultee understands that the information provided during consultation is intended to be general information based on Dr. Sheade's training and experience as a licensed professional counselor, and it is offered in good faith - Consultee does not have to use this information. Consultee retains control over all their decisions and has the option of following, modifying, or ignoring Dr. Sheade's recommendations. Consultee acknowledges that Dr. Sheade is only providing consultation and has no legal authority to direct the professional activities, the application of the general consultation, or usurp the clinical judgment of the Consultee. Consultee understands that Dr. Sheade has no legal responsibility for client cases. Consultee agrees not to hold ECC or Dr. Sheade liable for any actions Consultee may take. Consultee agrees not to hold ECC or Dr. Sheade liable for any loss or cost incurred by Consultee, or any person related to or associated with Consultee, as a result of discussions, materials, or techniques offered by Dr. Sheade during the Consultation and waives all such claims. Consultee agrees to indemnify ECC and Dr. Sheade in the event of any claim, including but not limited to any claims made against ECC or Dr. Sheade, by Consultee’s clients or any person related to or associated with Consultee. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed under the laws of the State of Texas. Venue for any claim arising under this Agreement shall be in Tarrant County, Texas. *

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