Fall - 2022

S cholars have long disputed at what point in his- tory humans domesticated the horse. One the- ory holds that these majestic animals were first bred and trained for use as transportation in Eurasia around 2200 B.C. Although technology has largely sidelined the use of several species of Equus ferus caballus as beasts of bur- den, in recent years, psychologists have learned that hors- es have a remarkable ability to connect with humans on an emotional level. One Carmel Valley therapist, Jennifer Fenton, LMFT, recognized that facility and founded the Equine Healing Collaborative (EHC), a nonprofit organiza- tion that connects clients with therapists and equines, forming symbiotic relationships that benefit both human and horse. Healing With Horses in Carmel Valley A Path to Recover y Through Equine Therapy B Y M I CHA E L CHAT F I E LD • PHOTOGRA PHY B Y MOL LY HANS EN The Equine Healing Collaborative on Carmel Valley Road houses and lovingly cares for many types of equines. All of the animals aid in therapy for a wide range of clients with varying conditions. 136 C A R M E L M A G A Z I N E • F A L L 2 0 2 2