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CurrentSacred Mountain Retreat Center offers cost-free, 7-day, retreats to Active Military, Veterans, and First Responders who suffer from PTSD or Trauma.Our retreats are set in the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota on 65 peaceful acres. We are a catalyst for positive change in the lives of our heroes. We help to eliminate the noise of everyday life and encourage healing through exposure to nature, alternative healing methods, and open communication with our brothers and sisters in arms. Our program is 100% mentor-based. We don’t have counselors or therapists. We use hands-on therapy that promotes comradery. The activities that attendees participate in include equine therapy, working with our hands through metal work, leather work and woodworking, beautifying the land surrounding the lodge, meal preparation, body healing and more.Equine TherapyPeople who have PTSD often live in a state of hypervigilance and can feel threatened by everyday events. Horses exist in a similar state. The similarities may help the bond between horses and humans recovering from trauma. When the heroes interact with our horses, they will often see their emotional state reflected in the reactions of the horses they are working with. The confidence that they can gain from interacting with horses can flow over into other aspects of their lives.Equine therapy helps our heroes overcome fear, unknowingness, and rejection. It also helps them build emotional awareness, confidence, trust, empathy, and problem-solving skills. Would you or someone you know benefit from Sacred Mountain Retreat’s programs?
