At 906 Wellness/Equine, healing takes place through equine-assisted therapy, where horses help individuals work through trauma, rebuild relationships, and reconnect with themselves. The facility allows clients to choose the horse they feel most connected to, ensuring a meaningful and organic healing process. The horses at 906 Wellness/Equine are well cared for and only work a limited number of hours each week to fully engage in their role as therapy partners.
The founders of 906 Wellness/Equine, Tammy Tomich and Frank Gandee, are passionate about expanding equine-assisted therapy through education. They recently hosted a professional training seminar led by the O.K. Corral Series, focusing on equine-assisted therapy techniques that help clients recognize their behaviors and emotional patterns. The philosophy behind equine-assisted therapy is that horses reflect human emotions without judgment, allowing individuals to process their feelings in a nonverbal and personal way.
Gandee and Tomich aim to make equine therapy more accessible and are working towards becoming an accredited educational facility. They believe that horses teach people about themselves and have seen firsthand the transformative impact of equine therapy on individuals. Through their work with clients, educational programs, and commitment to community, they are demonstrating that equine-assisted therapy is a powerful tool for transformation and healing.
