At 906 Wellness/Equine, healing through equine-assisted therapy takes place in the presence of horses, helping individuals work through trauma, rebuild relationships, and reconnect with themselves. The facility allows clients to choose the horse they feel most connected to, ensuring the horses are well cared for and able to fully engage in their work as therapy partners. The founders, Frank Gandee and Tammy Tomich, are passionate about expanding equine-assisted therapy through education and professional training seminars.
The recent professional training seminar hosted by 906 Wellness/Equine focused on equine-assisted therapy techniques that help clients recognize their own behaviors and emotional patterns. The core principle emphasized was that horses naturally reflect human emotions without judgment, allowing clients to process their feelings in a nonverbal, deeply personal way. The founders aim to make equine therapy more accessible and are working towards becoming an accredited educational facility to train more professionals in these transformative techniques.
Through their work with clients, educational programs, and commitment to community, Gandee and Tomich are proving that equine-assisted therapy is a powerful tool for transformation. The 906 Wellness/Equine partners with veterans and families through the Southwest Family Advocacy Center, collaborating with law enforcement agencies to provide healing spaces for both people and horses. Their mission is to create a safe, welcoming environment where individuals can heal and build relationships with the help of horses.
