Aspiring Therapy

25/03/2026

We've been a bit quiet here on Instagram. We've been enjoying the sunshine and being grateful to live and work in this beautiful part of the country

20/10/2025

We ran a family connection day on Saturday for mental health awareness week and had an article written about us!

13/10/2025

So great to share what we do in the Wānaka Sun!

A Wanaka therapist is employing the help of horses to encourage a more grounded approach to wellbeing and mental health. Kiara Moore set up...

10/10/2025

We picked up the pace a bit today, walking uphill and tapping into Flash’s Welsh Mountain Pony heritage. Both of us were puffing by the top!

I noticed the herd at home seemed less worried about us leaving the property today, though they still called out when we returned, clearly keeping tabs on us.

Along the way, I had a brief chat with a neighbour about how both his dog and my pony are benefitting from their daily walks. Flash felt much more settled within himself afterwards, which made me reflect on how routines and rituals help create change, in horses and humans.

01/10/2025

Spring is here! The days are getting longer which means outside sessions will be in full swing.

26/09/2025

Whānau connection with Horses - Mental Health Awareness Week.

To support Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re offering a special subsidised family session with the herd.

📅 Saturday 18th October
🕑 2–4pm
💲 Koha (minimum $20, goes towards the care of the horses)

An afternoon for families to slow down, connect with each other, and experience mindfulness in the presence of horses.

Spaces are limited- email hello@aspiringtherapy.co.nz to book!

16/09/2025

We've got two upcoming school holiday programs!
Get in contact today!
hello@aspiringtherapy.co.nz