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Being Heard in the Herd • Boys Group • Starting Oct. 3 | Ages 5-7 & 8-12
BEING HEARD
IN THE HERD
A 4-week Saturday group where boys build confidence, regulate emotions, and connect at a working farm.
Led by Lance Drozda, Clinical Counsellor specializing in boys with ADHD, ASD and emotional challenges.
STARTING OCT. 3
Ages 5 - 7
Saturdays
9:00 - 10:30 AM
(90 minutes)
Ages 8-12
Saturdays
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
(90 minutes)
GROUP A
GROUP B
Only 4 spots per group
$480 for the 4-week program
Receipts are provided for submission to extended benefits plans. Coverage may vary by plan or individual.
What is BEING HEARD IN THE HERD?
Being Heard in the Herd is a four-week therapeutic boys group where the farm becomes part of the therapy.
Through guided activities with horses, animals, and each other, boys have opportunities to notice what is happening within themselves, understand their emotions and reactions, communicate what they need, and build stronger connections with others.​​
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​Horses are particularly good partners for this work because they respond to what is happening in the moment. Boys can see how their body language, energy, communication, boundaries, and behaviour affect the interaction, giving them a chance to slow down, adjust, problem-solve, and try something different.
With only four boys in each group, there is also something individual therapy cannot provide in quite the same way: the opportunity to practise these skills alongside other boys. They learn to listen, cooperate, navigate differences, support one another, and discover that being part of the herd doesn't mean having to be the same.
Is This Right For Your Son?
This group is for boys who:
May Not Be The Right Fit If:
Your son:
​​​​​​​​​Struggle with big emotions, anxiety or frustration
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Have ADHD, ASD or sensory sensitivities
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Find social situations or peer relationships challenging
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Struggle with confidence, self-control, or self-understanding
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Learn best through movement, doing and real experiences​
Has significant aggressive behaviour towards others
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Is oppositional or has challenges listening to authority figures
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Needs more intensive one-on-one support at this time​​​
If you are unsure if our group is the right fit, please reach out. We're happy to help you decide.
The 4 Week Structure
A progressive, therapeutic program that helps boys build connection, learn new skills, and grow in confidence with the support of horses, animals, and a group of peers.
WEEK 1
Getting Connected
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Building trust and connection through meeting the heard, learning how horses communicate, and working together in different animal activities.
Examples: Meet the animals, grooming, leading and learning how to be calm and confident.
WEEK 2
Emotions & Regulation
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Using horses and animals to notice body signals, energy and emotions, while practicing ways to slow down, focus, regulate and respond.
Examples: Body awareness activities, calming strategies, and mindful time with animals.
WEEK 3
Communication &
Problem Solving
Working with horses through guided challenges that require work, clear communication, team work and patience and trying different approaches.
Examples: Group challenges, obstacle activites, and problem solving with the herd.
WEEK 4
Confidence &
Self-Understanding
Taking on a final farm challenge, recognizing personal strengths, reflecting on what each boy has learned, and celebrating growth with the herd.
Examples: Reflecting on growth, celebrating achievements and saying good bye to the herd.
Each 90-minute session combines group activities, hands-on experiences with horses and other farm animals, and guided reflections to help boys connect what they experience at the farm to everyday life.
What You Can Expect
Frequently Asked Questions
Location
Therapy4Boys
Therapeutic Farm
Rockyview County
10 Minutes North of Calgary
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Dates:
Saturdays
Oct. 3, 10, 17 & 24
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TImes:
Group A (Ages 5-7)
9:00 - 10:30 AM
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Group B (Ages 8-12)
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Cost:
$480 for the 4-weeks
$120 receipt provided
after each attended session.
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