Episode 18: The Historical and Scientific Connection Between Human and Horse With Dr. Cliff Robertson

Westward Episode 18: The Indisputable Connection Between Human and Horse With Dr. Cliff RobertsonDonate, support, and learn more about Warrior Counseling Works: ⁠⁠https://warriorcounselingworks.org/⁠⁠Visit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ devinoutwest.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to pick up your copy of Words of the West!This podcast is co-produced with⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LiveEQ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Click the link to shop horses, tack, stables, and jobs.Equine Therapy: The Healing Power of Horses with Dr. Cliff RobertsonIn this episode of the Westward Podcast, join me, your host Devin Conley, as I welcome back Dr. Cliff Robertson of Warrior Counseling Works. We catch up on the incredible work they are doing with at-risk youth and veterans, and discuss the progression of their programs. We provide an update on Caesar Cantu's health, and Dr. Robertson shares profound insights into the science and effectiveness of equine therapy. Learn about the new initiatives, including leadership training and therapeutic models, and hear inspiring success stories of transformation through the healing power of horses.00:00 Introduction and Guest Reintroduction01:42 Update on Caesar Cantu's Health03:14 Opening Prayer for Caesar04:56 Recap and Transition to Equine Therapy05:28 The Science Behind Equine Therapy13:17 Personal Experiences and Success Stories16:54 Equine Therapy for At-Risk Youth20:44 Challenges and Successes in Foster Care22:04 Men and Therapy: The Role of Equine Therapy23:42 Transformation Through Horsemanship25:10 The Power of Experiential Therapy26:07 Youth Engagement and Equine Therapy27:06 The Science and Spirituality Behind Equine Therapy30:46 Equine-Assisted Leadership Development33:13 Training Programs and Expanding Reach39:51 Contact Information and Support41:57 Personal Reflections and Closing Thoughts