Equilibrium Therapies Australia is situated on acreage in Tamborine Village nestled in the foothills between Tamborine Mountain and Logan Village. Close to Yarrabilba, but a world away when you sit in the paddock with the horses, surrounded by abundant bird life which flits amongst the many beautiful trees and around the pond.
It was founded in 2019 by Jen Chester, who gradually built up her herd to three horses and a pony, Indie the therapy dog, Ollie the cat and some bantam chickens that forage the paddock free range.
Therapy sessions at ETA may incorporate various modalities, including Equine Assisted Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, Sandtray and Symbol work, Drumming, Gestalt Therapy and Nature-Based Therapy.
Therapy sessions at ETA focus on nurturing emotional safety and regulation skills, while fostering a deep sense of belonging. Clients are supported in building capacity to show up confidently as themselves and experience a felt sense of being seen, understood, accepted, validated and valued—exactly as they are, free from judgment or expectation.
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Art Therapy continues to be an accepted therapeutic support for NDIS clients. It does not have to be listed specifically as a stated support, but the plan must have therapy supports stated.
Equine Assisted Therapy can also still be accessed through the NDIS as per the attached information. The provisions are that it must:
1. Be delivered by a qualified allied health professional
2. Forms part of a structured program with therapeutic goals
3. Aligns with one or more of your NDIS goals
4. Is considered reasonable and necessary.
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Jen is a highly experienced therapist and teacher. She holds a Degree in Psychological Science from Griffith University, a Diploma of Transpersonal Art Therapy from the Ikon Institute, a Masters in Mental Health from UQ and has a qualification in Equine Assisted Therapy from Equine Assisted Therapy Australia.
Click HERE for more information about Jen's experience.
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​Jen has recently partnered with Elena Panos to deliver Equine Supported Reiki sessions at ETA. Click HERE to find more information about Elena and this amazing modality.
Expressive Arts Therapies
The Expressive arts therapies are a form of psychotherapy utilising creative modalities, including visual art-making, music, drama, and dance/movement and sand tray within a therapeutic relationship to improve and inform physical, mental and emotional well-being.
Equine Assisted Therapy
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy is a trauma informed modality in which a qualified mental health professional works with the client/s and one or more therapeutic horses. Through grooming, leading or just being with the horse, clients are supported and guided in learning more about themselves, working through difficulties, and improving communication and relationship skills.
