Discussion topic: Guest Speaker – Angelika Von Sanden
You are invited to a Zoom meeting.
When: Friday 30 May 2025, 8am AEST Brisbane
Who can attend: If you are a current financial ATL member, you can register to attend.
Join ATL and guest speaker Angelika Von Sanden, author of Sit, Stay and Grow and clinical supervisor. Angelika will share her expertise in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and experiences made by incorporating dog metaphors into therapy. You can find out more about Angelika on her website: angelikaclinicalsupervision.com.au
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When: 19-21 February 2025, on-demand until 21 May 2025
The ATL Virtual Conference, 3 day live event, (plus 90 days on demand) featured an exciting mix of international and Australian speakers aligned to the animal-assisted services sector. There’s still time to register and watch the recordings.
All ATL current financial members receive a complimentary ticket to attend!
Type of Event: On demand online event
When: Ongoing
Event Overview: Being autistic in a world not designed for autism brings challenges. Research and clinical practice confirm that equine interaction has a powerful positive impact for autistic people. Speakers will share information about how and why equine interaction is often effective and how other professionals can leverage this power in the work they do. Speakers: Dr Temple Grandin, PhD, Professor and Animal Behaviorist Irina Amelina, B.Ed. Director, Equus Terra Therapeutic Horse-riding, EA & SO coach Dr Anja Kriegeskotten MD, FRANZCP, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist Dr Igor Shpitsberg MD, FRANZCP, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist Dr Stephen Shore, Ed.D., Associate Clinical Professor of Special Education Prof Tony Attwood – Clinical Psychologist PhD MAPS FCCP Dr Michelle S Garnett
Event Location: NSW
Type of Event: Conference
Event Overview: 2025 Equine Assisted Practice Conference Dates: 30th and 31st May Location: Glenworth Valley, NSW Conference theme: Creating Community, Connection, Clarity, and Confidence Australia wide The Equine Assisted Practice conference will focus on deepening our understanding of the emerging characteristics and unique ways Equine Assisted services are delivered in the Australian context while highlighting opportunities to foster vibrant networks among equine-assisted practitioners, enhancing clarity in practice and instilling confidence for the future. More info + tickets: www.naturebasedtherapies.com.au/training-event/eap-conference-2025/ PostConference workshop - Culturally Secure Practice: https://naturebasedtherapies.com.au/training-event/culturally-secure-practice/
Start Date: 30th May, 2025
End Date: 31st May, 2025
Start Time: 09:00 am
End Time: 05:30 pm
Address: 69 Crooks Road, GLENWORTH VALLEY NSW
Event Location: N/A
Type of Event: Online Event
Event Overview: Nature’s Way: 21 Days to Leading with Heart, Awareness & Self A 3-part online series to reconnect with your inner truth—guided by nature, horse wisdom, and practical tools for emotional presence and self-leadership. Join Jezey Wolf, Kansas Carradine & Heather Lucas for a powerful journey into heart-centered living, nervous system regulation, and nature-based reflection. This experience blends HeartMath, IFS-informed insight, and Gestalt therapy with the healing power of nature and horses to support authentic, grounded transformation. 📅 Starts April 22 | 💻 Online Live and on Demand | 🎟 www.natureswaycoaching.com
Start Date: 22nd April, 2025
End Date: 6th May, 2025
Start Time: 01:30 pm
End Time: 03:00 pm
Event Location: NSW
Type of Event: Workshop
Event Overview: Spring Camp is a three-day, two-night experience for teens aged 13–17, focused on confidence, social skills, and personal growth through nature and horses. Camp Details First Week: September 29 – October 1, 2025 Second Week: October 6 – October 8, 2025 Cost: $500 per camper (includes meals and activities) A portion of each fee supports The Kind Farm Inc., helping rescued horses in NSW. What to Expect Campers will stay overnight with full supervision, engaging in creative expression, hands-on activities with horses, and workshops on emotional regulation, confidence, and social skills. Facilitated by qualified counsellors and equine-assisted therapy practitioners, the camp provides a safe and supportive environment.
Start Date: 29th September, 2025
End Date: 8th October, 2025
Start Time: 09:30 am
End Time: 03:30 pm
Address: Bruwalin Place, Hartley NSW 2790
Event Location: N/A
Type of Event: Online Event
Event Overview: Equine Assisted Therapy Level One is the first step to introducing horses into your practice. This part time program runs over 10 weeks with face to face time in a small group. You work directly with Sarah Munn (OT) who runs a multi-disciplinary farm based program and has been in the sector for over ten years working closely with OTA and ATL to help establish and maintain standards and competencies. You work on your own goals, learn about AAT/EAT procedures, clinical applications, animal welfare, environment and how to build, promote and deliver your programs. You will learn how to write goals that can be measured and run a safe and effective service. We meet for 75 minutes in 8 sessions with work in between - there is full access to Sarah for 10 weeks via email/phone to reach your goals.
Start Date: 5th February, 2025
End Date: 16th April, 2025
Start Time: 09:00 am
End Time: 09:00 am
Event Location: N/A
Type of Event: Workshop
Event Overview: Dates for 2025 Animal Assisted Therapy and Equine Assisted Therapy training. Level One (online) and Level Two (face to face 2 days). Plus a NEW 2 day PD for ADVANCED animal assisted therapists at Gadara Farm including horses (even if you aren't horsey) donkeys, goats, pigs, guinea pigs and other species). Experiential learning and practitioner self care. Take activities and ideas back to your own practice. All courses are run by Sarah Munn, occupational therapist and animal/equine assisted therapist and educator. Sarah has worked extensively in paediatrics and works now with parents in the neurodiversity and trauma areas of clinical practice. Registered with AHPRA. Also, trained in second degree equine reiki and reiki master for humans, and is registered as a meditation teacher with MAA.
Start Date: 5th February, 2025
End Date: 19th December, 2025
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