Animal Assisted Programs

The Sanctuary provides transformative healing experiences for humans through our Equine Assisted Therapy programs. Equine Assisted therapy can help you treat anxiety, depression and trauma. At Serenity Oaks, the bond between horse and human creates a path to mutual healing and well-being.

Check out our Equine Therapy partners below.

Learn more about Bright Spot Equine-Facilitated Therapy

Jocelyn from Bright Spot Therapy. Your Calm, Connected and Grounded Therapist for Anxiety and Depression

Struggling with anxiety and depression? Do you find yourself overthinking or second-guessing everything, even small decisions? Does it feel like your mind is constantly racing with anxious thoughts, or like you’re emotionally shut down and disconnected—from others, or even from yourself? Maybe your body feels like it’s always on high alert, or you’re moving through the day with the heavy weight of depression.

A Creative and Engaging Approach to Healing
Healing doesn’t have to feel like hard work all the time—it can be engaging, experiential, and even fun. With a background in recreational therapy, Jocelyn uses creative, hands-on strategies to make emotional regulation feel natural and sustainable.
Evidence-Based Tools that Work
Jocelyn draws from evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction. Together, these tools help clients manage overwhelming emotions and shift unhelpful thought patterns. As a result, clients begin to build a more balanced and fulfilling life. In addition, Jocelyn integrates distress tolerance techniques and strengths-based strategies. These approaches empower clients as they take meaningful steps toward their goals.
Animal Assisted Therapy for Deeper Connection
For those looking for a different path to mental wellbeing, Jocelyn offers animal-assisted therapy—bringing warmth, presence, and emotional connection into the therapeutic process.
A Holistic View of Wellness
Jocelyn believes healing unfolds not only in the mind, but also through the body and in our relationships. Additionally, she emphasizes the impact of the environments we intentionally create. As a result, therapy with Jocelyn supports growth on multiple levels. Most importantly, if you’re ready to embark on a healing journey that feels safe, empowering, and even joyful, Jocelyn is here. She will walk alongside you every step of the way