Why Veteran Horse Therapy Might Be the Breakthrough Veterans Need
About this episode
This episode discusses how veteran horse therapy can help combat veterans rediscover purpose and resilience.
Welcome to Season 2 Episode 10 of the "Militarily Speaking" podcast with Tom McLean and Jodi Vickery In this episode of Militarily Speaking, we sit down with Jason Laramore, Program Director for Heroes and Horses, who shares how veteran horse therapy helps combat veterans rediscover purpose, resilience, and personal stability through nature, horsemanship, and personal challenge. The powerful work of Heroes and Horses supports veterans as they navigate the emotional and personal challenges of transitioning from military to civilian life, offering a transformative path toward healing and renewed direction. “Militarily Speaking” is a podcast produced by Armed Forces Bank that is dedicated to the military lifestyle and all the things that makes the military community who they are. Why Veteran Horse Therapy Might Be the Breakthrough Veterans Need Jason explains that Heroes and Horses was created to help veterans reset their relationship with stress, identity, and purpose after service. The program’s mission is to “unprogram the programmed” by removing participants from modern distractions and immersing them in nature. This holistic approach supports long-term well-being – an important…
People in this episode
Hosts: Tom McLean, Jodi Vickery
Guest: Jason Laramore
Topics covered
- veteran therapy
- horse therapy
- mental health
- transitioning to civilian life
- resilience
- personal development
Keywords
- veterans
- horse therapy
- mental health
- resilience
- personal stability
- transitioning
- nature therapy
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Heroes and Horses
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