Eagala

Eagala Leading nonprofit global association for professionals providing equine-assisted psychotherapy.

Eagala Certification is The Global Standard for Equine Assisted Psychotherapy and Personal Development. Join the Eagala Network of over 4,500 members in 50 countries who are changing lives through the unique intuitive power of horses. Under The Eagala Model, both a licensed, certified Mental Health Professional and a certified Equine Specialist work together collaboratively at all times to assure clients get the therapeutic attention and support they need as they make life changes. The Eagala Model is built on the premise that it's the client who best determines the kinds of life changes they need to make in order to improve their life. The job of the Eagala treatment team is to put The Eagala Model to work to meet the client's goals by engaging the sensitivity of horses to help them understand their process and practice the changes they want to make in a safe, supportive setting. Because all Eagala sessions are done on the ground - there is no riding involved - this work provides a growing opportunity for horses of all abilities to have a role and purpose. This amazing work benefits the lives of both the horses and humans. Through your support, we can continue to expand access to these services worldwide.

First Eagala training of the year ✅ First Skillsets: Intensive training of the year ✅ A great group of Eagala certified ...
01/18/2026

First Eagala training of the year ✅

First Skillsets: Intensive training of the year ✅

A great group of Eagala certified members and trainers gaining skills, making memories, creating connection? ✅ ✅ ✅

Thank you, San Tan Valley, for three terrific Eagala days!

They're here! Eagala hoodies have arrived -- and they are COZY! Everyone needs a go-to hoodie to curl up in, so go for...
01/17/2026

They're here! Eagala hoodies have arrived -- and they are COZY! Everyone needs a go-to hoodie to curl up in, so go for this one that's soft, smooth, and stylish. It's the perfect fashion choice for sharing your passion for Eagala with the world! Why not grab one for you and your Eagala team mate!?

Scoot over to the Eagala Store on our website and place an order pronto.

• 50% pre-shrunk cotton, 50% polyester
• Double-lined hood with matching drawcord
• 1 × 1 athletic rib-knit cuffs and waistband with spandex
• Front pouch pocket
• Double-needle stitched collar, shoulders, armholes, cuffs, and hem

Getting an Eagala Military designation requires 30 hours of cultural competence training. We are often asked by Eagala ...
01/15/2026

Getting an Eagala Military designation requires 30 hours of cultural competence training. We are often asked by Eagala members who weren't part of the military but want to support the military in their practices, "How do I get these hours?"

Recently, several of our members offered the following suggestions:

- "In my area they have an annual program 'Veterans Voices' where veterans read stories , poems and music about their experiences. Also, you can look up Big Lux...
he is a veteran who does hip hop music with a violin expressing the conflict between being back at home and being in a combat zone."

- "PsychArmor webinars and videos... joining your local CVEB (Community Veterans Engagement Board) ... attending their meetings. Also, engaging with (in the U.S.) State Veteran Services Boards."

- "Check out this website: https://deploymentpsych.org/STAR-CE-Memos"

THanks so much to our herdmates Carol Silva, Maria Kimble, and Debra Foley for providing these outside-the-box resources!

Hi! We asked this "Question of the Week" back in mid December via our e-newsletter, Word in the Herd, and we were pleasa...
01/14/2026

Hi! We asked this "Question of the Week" back in mid December via our e-newsletter, Word in the Herd, and we were pleasantly surprised by the response. We wanted the question to get maximum exposure, so we're sharing it here. (For those of you who already responded, no need to answer again!!)

As Eagala has supported specific groups, like the veterans/military and addiction-focused facilities, we’re interested to connect with and support other niche groups. Recently, we’ve noticed a steady turnout of individuals from tribal nations becoming Eagala certified. We are humbly pleased by this and want to reach out to our herd to hear from anyone who has worked or is working with and for this specific population. We want to best understand needs and culture, so that our understanding is as comprehensive as possible.

QUESTION: Are you working with indigenous people - individually or collectively - and/or specific tribal nations, and, if so, would you be willing to hop on a zoom call to help enlighten the Eagala staff/admin team?"

To respond, please send Glenna a message at equine@eagala.org, as she's compiling the list of respondents who indicated that they'd be happy to share insight and advice.

Thank you in advance for helping us connect in the most appropriate ways with more tribal nations and indigenous people to raise their awareness of Eagala, the global standard in EAP.

Do you need help with your business? Your professional association is here to help with business mentoring services. E...
01/13/2026

Do you need help with your business? Your professional association is here to help with business mentoring services. Eagala Business Mentoring provides support for certified professionals in developing professional, ethical, and successful Eagala Model practices. It is designed to assist in such areas as:

- Getting started
- Deciding your vision and mission
- Growing your business to the next level
- Setting up specific programs to meet the needs of agencies or populations
- Developing teams - partners, employees and contract workers
- AND A LOT MORE!!

Curious? Connect with Special Programs Director, Connie Baldwin, at connie.baldwin@eagala.org and take the next step toward your successful EAP practice.

(You can also look on our website under "Services" and locate "Business Mentoring") for details.

Looking to see where you can Eagala trained between now and early March? Check out these coming coming attractions. Mor...
01/12/2026

Looking to see where you can Eagala trained between now and early March? Check out these coming coming attractions. More detailed info is available here: https://my.eagala.org/events

Skillsets Intensive: Advanced Practice (San Tan Valley, Arizona, US)
January 15, 2026 - January 17, 2026

Fundamentals Training (Andalusia, AL, US)
January 28, 2026 - February 1, 2026

International Fundamentals Training (Mora, San Juan, Cost Rica)
February 18, 2026 - February 22, 2026

Fundamentals Training (Pine Mountain, Georgia, US)
February 18, 2026 - February 22, 2026

Skillsets Intensive: Advanced Practice (Crestview, Florida, US)
March 5, 2026 - March 7, 2026

Fundamentals Training (Alfred Station, New York, US)
March 11, 2026 - March 15, 2026

Raise your hand if you'd like to be raising a cozy Eagala mug of coffee this Monday morning. We can hook you up for fut...
01/12/2026

Raise your hand if you'd like to be raising a cozy Eagala mug of coffee this Monday morning. We can hook you up for future Mondays -- and then you'll be all set. 😉Simply order an Eagala mug and (maybe) every day will feel like a taste of Friday. Espresso yourself, Eagala style!

These mugs can be found online at Eagala's shop: https://store.eagala.org/products/11-oz-ceramic-coffee-mug

Today is Human Trafficking Awareness Day. How does the Eagala Model help victims of crime and trafficking? The Eagala ...
01/11/2026

Today is Human Trafficking Awareness Day. How does the Eagala Model help victims of crime and trafficking? The Eagala blog post linked below provides some solid insight.

If you are an EAP professional who is providing or wants to provide healing support to individuals who have been trafficked, then spread the word of this proven path to recovery by liking and sharing this post and/or linking the Eagala blog to your own social media and website.

Link to blog post:
https://www.eagala.org/blog/how-does-the-eagala-model-help-victims-of-crime-or-trafficking/

Learn where calm meets connection. May 6–10, Eagala Fundamentals Training comes to Reins in Fallbrook, California. This ...
01/11/2026

Learn where calm meets connection. May 6–10, Eagala Fundamentals Training comes to Reins in Fallbrook, California.

This immersive, arena-based experience emphasizes experiential learning where horses support awareness, regulation, and relational insight.

Fall in love with Fundamentals in Fallbrook: https://my.eagala.org/event/275651

Wide-open spaces support focused learning. March 25–29, Eagala Fundamentals Training comes to Reno, NV at Leads with H...
01/11/2026

Wide-open spaces support focused learning. March 25–29, Eagala Fundamentals Training comes to Reno, NV at Leads with Horses.

This immersive training emphasizes experiential learning in the arena, where horses offer immediate insight into boundaries, regulation, and relationship.

https://my.eagala.org/event/275636



https://my.eagala.org/event/275636

Many mental health professionals advise their clients about the value of journaling as a tool for healing. Journaling c...
01/10/2026

Many mental health professionals advise their clients about the value of journaling as a tool for healing. Journaling can help us all with mental clarity, stress reduction, and self awareness. In this private space, you'll process emotions, identify patterns, and boost your problem-solving skills (we LOVE all of these benefits!).

Gift yourself a beautiful Eagala journal to start reaping the benefits of putting thoughts to paper.

More details here: https://store.eagala.org/products/hardcover-bound-notebook

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Elgin, IL
33905

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+18507540400

Website

http://store.eagala.org/, https://my.eagala.org/events

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Eagala Certification is The Global Standard for Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy and Personal Development. Join the Eagala Network of over 2,500 certified members in 50 countries who are changing lives through the unique intuitive power of horses.

Under the Eagala Model, both a licensed, certified Mental Health Professional and a certified Equine Specialist work together collaboratively at all times to assure clients get the therapeutic attention and support they need as they make life changes.

The Eagala Model is built on the premise that it's the client who best determines the kinds of life changes they need to make in order to improve their life. The job of the Eagala treatment team is to put the Eagala Model to work to meet the client's goals by engaging the sensitivity of horses to help them understand their process and practice the changes they want to make in a safe, supportive setting.

Because all Eagala sessions are done on the ground - there is no riding involved - this work provides a growing opportunity for horses of all abilities to have a role and purpose. This amazing work benefits the lives of both the horses and humans. Through your support, we can continue to expand access to these services worldwide.