Equine-Facilitated & Traditional Therapy

Healing That Goes Beyond the Office

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Compassionate care—available in person or via secure telehealth in Negaunee, MI.

Find Connection, Calm, and a Different Path to Healing

You’re craving something more than sitting in an office talking about problems. Anxiety, grief, or life changes may have left you feeling stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed. At Arrowroot Integrative Practice, therapy happens in ways that feel natural—whether it’s in the quiet of the barn, outdoors with horses, in-office, or online.

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    Equine-Facilitated Psychotherapy

    Experiential sessions with the support of our therapy horses—building regulation, confidence, and connection through ground-based activities (no riding required).

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    In-Person or In-Nature Therapy

    Ground your healing in the present moment — whether in the office or outdoors. Nature-based sessions invite movement, reflection, and connection with the natural world.

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    Telehealth (Virtual) Therapy

    Wherever you are, healing can begin. Our virtual Telehealth sessions make therapy accessible, flexible, and deeply supportive.

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Our Healing Partners

At Arrowroot, horses aren’t just part of the setting—they’re partners in the healing journey. Each horse brings a unique personality and presence to therapy.

Meet Katniss – Gentle and nurturing, Katniss helps clients feel safe and grounded during sessions.

Meet the Herd →
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meet your therapist

Jessica Olson, LMSW

Jessica is a licensed clinical social worker and the founder of Arrowroot Integrative Practice in Negaunee, MI. She works with teens, adults, and families seeking a holistic approach to therapy that goes beyond the traditional office setting.

Jessica blends evidence-based practices like CBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care with nature-based therapy and equine-facilitated psychotherapy. Whether in the quiet of the barn, outdoors, in-office, or via telehealth, her goal is to meet clients where they are and create a safe, supportive space for lasting growth.

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The Healing Power of Horses

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  • "Working alongside horses helps us connect with our emotions and recognize patterns in our behavior we might not notice on our own."

  • "The presence of a horse creates a calm and safe space where true healing and personal growth can begin."

  • "Interacting with horses teaches trust, patience, and confidence—lessons that carry into everyday life."

  • "Horses respond to the energy we bring, helping us practice mindfulness and learn to regulate our emotions naturally."

  • "Equine-facilitated therapy supports personal empowerment by showing us how to respond with clarity and strength, even in challenging situations."

  • "Through non-verbal cues, horses teach us how to communicate authentically, fostering deeper self-expression and understanding."

  • "The human-horse relationship offers a unique, transformative partnership that encourages growth, self-discovery, and emotional balance."

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Ready to Begin?

Whether in the barn with horses, outdoors, or online—I’ll meet you where you are. Let’s do this together.

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