In Natural Lifemanship we believe that true healing cannot happen at the expense of another.  Animal welfare is certainly a hot topic in this field, and rightly so!  NL founders, Tim Jobe and Bettina Shultz-Jobe will discuss how to recognize animal welfare issues, including those that lead to behavior issues and burnout.  They will share how a lack of awareness in this area can impact our clients. Case examples will be shared, including mistakes made.  When animal welfare is integral to the therapy process, deep healing happens as the client’s core issues are addressed.  It’s powerful stuff for horse and human!

Natural Lifemanship co-founder, Bettina Shultz-Jobe, will discuss the difference between offering support and rescuing in the context of the therapeutic relationship.  She will discuss why this matters from a neurobiological and attachment perspective.  Given that EAP has many of its foundations in experiential education and learning, some fundamental differences between experiential education and trauma informed care will be discussed.  Specific case examples will be shared.  The following will be discussed as they apply to client goals and the therapeutic process:  problem-solving, independence, self-regulation, co-regulation, being able to ask for help, interdependence, team-building, communication, thinking “outside of the box,” relationship, and intimacy.

Join Natural Lifemanship co-founders, Tim Jobe and Bettina Shultz-Jobe, for a conversation about some of the belief systems and principles that have historically prevailed in the horse world.  Concepts like leadership, respect, connection, control, safety, and partnership will be explored.  Tim and Bettina will deconstruct these principles in a discussion about how two very different (and often opposing) cultures can come together to bring about health and healing for human and horse alike.  They will also discuss conditions in which bringing horses and humans together to do therapy is inappropriate and possibly harmful for both.  Learn how Natural Lifemanship helps equine assisted practitioners partner people with horses in ways that promote changes at the neurobiological level. With Natural Lifemanship, connection is always the goal of any activity. The process of cultivating connection is highly nuanced ensuring that the relationship is built in ways that promote health and well-being for both parties.