About us...
Sydney Equine Assisted Learning (SydneyEAL), offers a range of therapeutic and educational activities involving horses.
We provide Equine Assisted Psychotherapy Sessions (Eagala Model -EAP) and Equine Assisted Learning Programs (EAL). Equine Assisted Learning and Psychotherapy is a therapy that involves working with horses, to help humans.
EAP sessions include the support of a qualified, registered mental health professional, as is required for the EAGALA Model. EAL programs are facilitated by an experienced Equine Specialist, designed around learning and are delivered in an educational setting, without the inclusion of a Counsellor. However, EAL does still have the potential to be therapeutic.
Equine Assisted learning and Psychotherapy may be applied in a range of areas but can be very beneficial when working with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, post traumatic stress and people with intellectual or physical disability. As there is no riding involved with EAP/L, everyone, regardless of ability is able to participate ,increasing access to those who may not have been able to join in before.
SydneyEAL pride ourselves on delivering a holistic, professional service and provide an inclusive, safe environment, where all participants can be free to interact with the horses. To ensure your safety we hold Public Liability Insurance. All of our facilitators hold a current Working with Children's Check, a NSW criminal History check and their First Aid Certificate.
We provide Equine Assisted Psychotherapy Sessions (Eagala Model -EAP) and Equine Assisted Learning Programs (EAL). Equine Assisted Learning and Psychotherapy is a therapy that involves working with horses, to help humans.
EAP sessions include the support of a qualified, registered mental health professional, as is required for the EAGALA Model. EAL programs are facilitated by an experienced Equine Specialist, designed around learning and are delivered in an educational setting, without the inclusion of a Counsellor. However, EAL does still have the potential to be therapeutic.
Equine Assisted learning and Psychotherapy may be applied in a range of areas but can be very beneficial when working with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, post traumatic stress and people with intellectual or physical disability. As there is no riding involved with EAP/L, everyone, regardless of ability is able to participate ,increasing access to those who may not have been able to join in before.
SydneyEAL pride ourselves on delivering a holistic, professional service and provide an inclusive, safe environment, where all participants can be free to interact with the horses. To ensure your safety we hold Public Liability Insurance. All of our facilitators hold a current Working with Children's Check, a NSW criminal History check and their First Aid Certificate.
Our Faciliator Team
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Elizabeth Milinkovic
Equine Specialist and Welfare Case Worker Elizabeth is the CEO and founder of Sydney Equine Assisted Learning. She is professionally trained and accredited through the Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association (Eagala). Eagala is the leading international non-profit association for professionals incorporating horses to address mental health and personal development needs. Along with owning and working with 6 wonderful therapy horses, Elizabeth has over 17 years of hands on experience with horses and a great passion for Equine Assisted Psychotherapy. Elizabeth has over 12 years’ experience in the Community Services industry, underpinned by a Diploma of Community Services Work and Certificate IV in training and Assessment. She is an accredited Youth Mental Health First Aider (Health NSW) and has completed other training in vicarious trauma, Aboriginal specific training, trauma informed care and suicide prevention. |
Sarah Elfoul
Qualified Social Worker, Support Coordinator and Psychosocial Support Worker
Sarah is a qualified, experienced Social Worker, delivering services at Sydney Equine Assisted Learning as well as through her private practise, Happy Branches. Through person centred Social Work and Equine Assisted Therapy, Sarah provides support to individuals with a wide variety of concerns. Sarah holds a Bachelor of Social Work, alongside years of experience across a range of areas. Over her career, Sarah has worked in child protection fields, specialising in Out of Home care programs; crisis care, early intervention, case management for at risk homeless youth exiting the care of the Minister and youth at risk or experiencing homelessness within the SHS sector.
Sarah also specialises in high needs mental health support and NDIS support, providing a range of services including support coordination, capacity building, mentoring, client transport and support work.
To find out more about Sarah's service, please visit Happy Branches (@happybrancheshb)
Qualified Social Worker, Support Coordinator and Psychosocial Support Worker
Sarah is a qualified, experienced Social Worker, delivering services at Sydney Equine Assisted Learning as well as through her private practise, Happy Branches. Through person centred Social Work and Equine Assisted Therapy, Sarah provides support to individuals with a wide variety of concerns. Sarah holds a Bachelor of Social Work, alongside years of experience across a range of areas. Over her career, Sarah has worked in child protection fields, specialising in Out of Home care programs; crisis care, early intervention, case management for at risk homeless youth exiting the care of the Minister and youth at risk or experiencing homelessness within the SHS sector.
Sarah also specialises in high needs mental health support and NDIS support, providing a range of services including support coordination, capacity building, mentoring, client transport and support work.
To find out more about Sarah's service, please visit Happy Branches (@happybrancheshb)
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Tassie Mortys
Equine Specialist Tassie is an accomplished Equine Specialist and horse coach/trainer. She has been riding and training her own horses for over 9 years and has competed in both dressage and hacking competitions with numerous ribbons awarded to her and her horses. She is an excellent coach and rider and is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to horsemanship, horse care, nutrition and horse first aid. Tassie has completed her Bachelor of Natural Science (Animal Science) at Western Sydney University and her passion is caring for all animals, including her 6 beautiful horses, alpacas, dogs and chickens. |
Dimi Mortys
Social Worker
Dimi is a registered Social Worker with AASW and holds a master's in social work. She has experience working in homelessness, Youth and Family support, drug and alcohol services and mental health. Dimi is dedicated to supporting people with identifying, improving and solving issues in their lives. She is especially passionate about working with clients, colleagues and communities, to improve the quality of life for children and young people. Dimi is a strong advocate for clients and works tirelessly to help them overcome any obstacles they may face.
Social Worker
Dimi is a registered Social Worker with AASW and holds a master's in social work. She has experience working in homelessness, Youth and Family support, drug and alcohol services and mental health. Dimi is dedicated to supporting people with identifying, improving and solving issues in their lives. She is especially passionate about working with clients, colleagues and communities, to improve the quality of life for children and young people. Dimi is a strong advocate for clients and works tirelessly to help them overcome any obstacles they may face.
Monique is a dedicated Psychology (Honours) student with a passion for making a difference. With hands-on experience as a therapy assistant and in behaviour support, she is committed to improving the lives of her clients through guidance and support. Monique believes in empowering individuals to reach their full potential, equipping them with the tools they may need to overcome life’s challenges. Her bubbly personality shines through in her work, creating a warm and welcoming environment where clients can thrive.
Our Equine (Horse) Guides
Our Location
All sessions take place on private property located in Blaxlands Ridge, NSW. Come and spend an hour or a day!
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