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Equine Assisted Therapy & Hippotherapy. Transforming lives with physical, occupational and speech therapy services. Collaboration with

03/05/2026

Matias reminds us why this work matters.

Week by week, we’ve watched him grow more confident, more regulated, and more willing to trust both himself and the world around him.

Horses have a way of creating a space where children feel supported—not rushed, not pressured, just met exactly where they are.

As his family shared:
“He has gained so much confidence. He is less impulsive and feels supported by the horse, his therapist, and the assistants. He truly loves going to his sessions—it makes him shine.”

Moments like this are why we do what we do. When horses, therapists, volunteers, and families come together, incredible things happen.

02/28/2026

Today is Rare Disease Day 💜

The world hears diagnoses.
Our horses see who you are.

In the stable,
You are trusted.
You are known.
You are loved.

If you live with a rare disease, you are more than a label. Always.

In our paddock, you are not your label.
You are part of the herd. 🤍

02/26/2026

Science just confirmed what horse people have always known.

Those of us who work with horses already know it. We see it in the way a child’s shoulders drop the moment they step into the barn. We feel it in the quiet that settles over a session. Now science is catching up.

Two peer-reviewed studies have found measurable changes in the brains of neurodivergent children during and after equine interaction — calmer brainwaves, quieter neural networks, a shift from anxiety toward engagement.

This is what Stable Friendships Foundation is built on. Not just a feeling. A foundation.

Swipe through to see what the research actually shows. 🐴

Want a copy of the research, comment “Neuro” and have it sent to your DM.

Sources: Yoo et al. (2016), Clinical Psychopharmacology and Neuroscience; Chen et al. (2015), International Journal of Developmental Disabilities.

02/25/2026

Did you know that hippotherapy, derived from the Greek word ‘hippos’ meaning horse, is a unique treatment strategyof physical, occupational, and speech therapy?

It utilizes equine movement to enhance physical, emotional, and cognitive well-being.

From the methodology of the study to the significant findings and the broader implications, International Journal of Environmental Resear potential and impact of this innovative therapy.

Whether you’re a parent, a healthcare professional, or simply interested in alternative therapies, this carousel offers insights into the transformative power of hippotherapy.

If you would like the article sent directly to you, comment Hippo below and have it sent right to you!

Article: Matusiak-Wieczorek, Ewelina, Elzbieta Dziankowska-Zaborszczyk, Marek Synder, and Andrzej Borowski. 2020. “The Influence of Hippotherapy on the Body Posture in a Sitting Position among Children with Cerebral Palsy”
and Public Health 17, no. 18: 6846. https://doi.org/
10.3390/ ijerph17186846

02/17/2026

Even our equine partners pause.

They don’t wait until they collapse.

They don’t earn it.

They simply listen to their bodies.

Zee knows when the sun is warm and the moment is quiet.

She takes it.

Parents. Caregivers. The strong friends.

You are allowed to do the same ❤️

02/15/2026

At Stable Friendships Foundation, love shows up in quiet moments between a child and a horse.

It looks like confidence growing.
It feels like peace after a hard day.
It sounds like laughter in the barn.

Families tell us:
“He has gained so much confidence and truly shines in his sessions.”
“The horses bring him peace and tranquility through a strong emotional bond.”

This Valentine’s Day, thank you for being part of a love story that changes lives.❤️

02/10/2026

Horses don’t experience interactions in isolation.
They carry history in their bodies.

Research continues to show that familiarity, consistency, and relationship length matter.

Horses with positive, long-term human partnerships tend to show less stress, more curiosity, and greater ease when facing something new.

That doesn’t mean pressure never works.
It means too much pressure removes choice—and choice is where safety lives.

At Stable Friendships, we’re intentional about who handles our horses, how often, and why. Familiar relationships aren’t just better for our clients—they’re part of how we care for our horses’ nervous systems, too.

Safety is built over time.
For humans. For horses. For the relationship between them.

Comment LEADER if you’d like the research behind this post 🤍

Research source: Liehrmann et al., 2022, Applied Animal Behaviour Science

02/06/2026

Celebrating and wearing red for our increíble co-founder

February 6th is National Wear Red Day, and alongside 14 other amazing survivors she was chosen to be a part of the American Heart Associations New York City Go Red for Women Class of Survivors.

We Go Red to raise awareness for Marfan Syndrome and aortic aneurysm detection. Let’s all join her today on Wear Red Day to fight for women’s heart and brain health at every age and stage of life.

We love you Jess!!!

❤️

02/03/2026

A reminder that even with this cold weather getting in the way, your friends are always waiting for you 🩵❄️

01/28/2026

Snow days mean fewer two-legged friends around the farm,
but the ponies are keeping themselves busy.
Rolling, relaxing, and enjoying a little winter freedom. ❄️🐴

01/13/2026

Tomorrow we’re hosting our first Parent Education Series webinar no of 2026 — and you’re invited!

In this free session, you’ll learn how licensed therapists use the horse’s rhythmic movement to support balance, coordination, communication, and confidence in children — all through a partnership that feels natural, gentle, and deeply impactful.

If you’ve ever wondered what hippotherapy really is, this is the place to start.

👉 Comment HIPPO below and we’ll send you the free registration link.

Because understanding opens doors. And sometimes, it starts with a horse 🌟

12/03/2025

🎉 Together WE did it : Total raised $18,947 🎉

And we are still taking it all in.

Because of your generosity, your sharing, and your belief in this work, our Giving Tuesday goal of $15,000 was not only met — it was surpassed.

Every dollar represented a ripple — a session funded, a horse supported, a child encouraged, a nervous system soothed, a moment of trust built.
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for standing with us.

This community continues to remind us of what’s possible when people come together with compassion and purpose. We truly couldn’t do this without you.

With endless gratitude,
The Stable Friendships Family

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21 Waccabuc River Ln
South Salem, NY
10590

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+19143577688

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