Philosophy:
The principles and psychology of natural horsemanship are utilized in all interactions and training of the equine staff.

Sessions are private or limited to a small group and are conducted with a focus on FUN, safety and the preservation of dignity and respect for both horse and human. Each session is tailored to meet the needs and goals of the individual, as each client progresses and learns at his/her own pace and comfort level.

Who we serve:
Rocking Chair Farm serves children and adults in the lower Hudson Valley region.

What we offer:
The therapeutic and recreational benefits derived from animals is well documented. At Rocking Chair Farm the goal is to maximize those benefits through 2 therapeutic and one recreational program.

Joan Cleary, owner of the Rocking Chair Farm and founder of the J&L Horse Power Equine Program LLC, is a registered nurse with a clinical specialty in Trauma Nursing. She has been trained and certified as a Horse Specialist in the EAGALA model of Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, is a founding member of the New England EAGALA Networking Group and a Level 2 student in the Parelli Program of Natural Horsemanship.

A small group of trained, dedicated volunteers, along with 4 equine residents, complete the staff of the Rocking Chair Farm.

Please call or email for more information or to make an appointment.

Contact Information:

Phone: 914 261 7310
Fax: 845 278 16719
email: Joan@RockingChairFarm.org