Group Therapy & Programs
Growth Happens Outside the Office.
Our group programs bring evidence-based psychotherapy into the calm of a working farm. Led by Registered Psychotherapist Jenny Schroeder, each program meets people where they are, using nature, animals, and creative connection to make real growth feel safe and unhurried.
Who they're for
Age-Specific Programming
We offer tailored group programs for children, teens, and adults, each built around the developmental stage and needs of its participants. Whether it is a child learning to name big feelings, a teen looking for belonging, or an adult moving through a life transition, our groups create space to feel supported, understood, and capable.
Children | Teens | Adults
How they work
Types of Group Therapy
Our programs are experiential. Rather than only sitting and talking, participants learn by doing, in nature and alongside others who understand.
Nature-focused
Sessions held outdoors on our farm, along trails, at the campfire, or in the meadow. Time in nature settles the nervous system and gives emotional work a grounding, restorative backdrop.
Read about nature-based therapy →
Equine-assisted
Working with our gentle rescue ponies and horses, participants build trust, body awareness, and confidence through calm, hands-on connection. The horses offer honest, non-judgmental feedback that words often cannot.
Read about equine-assisted therapy →
Our Equine Partners
Our work is supported by a small herd of rescue ponies and horses who are calm, loving, and (it must be said) absolutely adore being brushed. These gentle animals offer children something rare: honest, non-verbal feedback delivered without judgment. Horses respond to the world in real time, helping children become more aware of their internal states, practice co-regulation, and experience the quiet joy of connection with another being.
This program is facilitated in partnership with Oxford Sporthorses, whose experienced team and gentle herd provide the heart of our equine-assisted work.
Support for the Whole Family
At the end of each weekly session, families will receive a parent handout and take-home activities designed to extend the learning beyond our time together. These resources help caregivers understand what their child explored that week and offer simple, meaningful ways to continue nurturing growth at home.
Program Details
Population: Children in Grades 4 to 6
Dates: Thursdays, June 4, 11, 18, and 25
Time: 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM (90-minute sessions)
Location: Innerkip, Ontario (full address provided upon registration)
Group Size: Limited to 6 participants, with 4 staff and volunteers on hand to ensure every child feels well supported
Program Fee: $580 tax exempt for the full four-week program ($145 per session breakdown). Payment may be made weekly or as a single lump sum.
Insurance: Eligible for coverage under Registered Psychotherapy services where applicable
Program Leadership
Facilitated by a Registered Psychotherapist (RP) with support from an experienced equestrian professional at Oxford Sporthorses, creating a uniquely experiential and inclusive therapeutic environment where clinical care and equine welfare are upheld throughout each session.
Registration
Because we want to ensure this program is the right fit for your child, registration begins with a brief conversation. Please reach out directly so we can chat about your child's needs and answer any questions you may have.
Registration deadline: May 28th (space dependent)
To register or request additional information, please contact jenny@hopevalleypsychotherapy.ca.
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Embark on a transformative journey with our programs designed to foster growth and well-being. We invite you to stay connected and be the first to know about upcoming programs that can make a positive impact on your life.