Horses and Health NC

Horses and Health NC Horses and HEALTH Inc is a non-profit organization founded by Dr. Cheryl Meola and Malaika King Albrecht in Greenville, NC.

Our mission is to empower individuals with a broad range of personal well-being goals by providing the highest quality equine-assisted activities and therapies in an inclusive and welcoming environment. Horses and HEALTH Inc.’s purpose is to promote healing through experiential activities with horses. HEALTH stands for Healing Equals Active Learning Through Horses. Funded by our community, staffed

by our community, and providing services for our community, Horses and HEALTH promotes connection between all levels of our local community.

02/25/2025

All the ponies responding to morning kisses

Original founders Malaika Albrecht and Cheryl Christopher Meola recently published this chapter on how the words we choo...
02/23/2025

Original founders Malaika Albrecht and Cheryl Christopher Meola recently published this chapter on how the words we choose impact our therapeutic work
The Words We Choose in Equine Assisted Services and Their Therapeutic Impact

This paper explores the influence of word choice in equine-assisted therapy (EAS) on relationships between humans and horses. It highlights how projection of personal biases affects perceptions of horses, shaping interactions and therapeutic outcomes. By examining the implications of specific des...

Mud season
03/13/2024

Mud season

It’s mud season!

We had a Merry good time at this year’s Horses and Health NC/Mane Source Counseling Christmas party! 🎄🎅🏽⛄️🐴
12/09/2023

We had a Merry good time at this year’s Horses and Health NC/Mane Source Counseling Christmas party! 🎄🎅🏽⛄️🐴

10/21/2023

Instant gratification comes at a cost..

And many times is actually a longer, harder path.

Connection is understanding.
Control is fear.

Connection feels calm
Control feels heavy

Connection grows
Control is stagnant

Next time you attempt to "control" your horse, breathe and switch vour perspective

From " What is wrong with this horse?"
To "What is this horse showing me?"

Then proceed and watch your connection grow, you will both feel lighter after.

How do you catch yourself in a controlling mood?

Do you feel it first or act first?

Peace & Love
Melissa

P.S- this is also true for all relationships in your life ❤️


10/10/2023

Horses help our mental health so go hug a horse today and everyday!

10/10/2023

Today is World Mental Health Day. Let's take a moment to acknowledge the importance of mental well-being and practice self-care throughout October and beyond.

Self-care isn't selfish; it's essential to maintaining our mental health and can be our lifeline to peace and balance. In a world that often demands so much from us, remember that it's okay to take a step back and prioritize yourself. Engage in activities that bring you joy and take time to nourish your mind, body, and soul.

10/04/2023
09/14/2023

Grab your limited edition Horses and HEALTH merchandise before the campaign closes. Featuring Dark Heather Grey Premium Unisex Tees, professionally printed in the USA.

08/02/2023

The beautiful thing about horses is that people feel seen in their presence 🐴✨

Horses do not have the biases we have as humans. Because of this, horses provide a nonjudgmental relationship where it feels safe to bring our authentic selves to the experience, including feelings of deficiencies, hurt, pain, insecurities, and fears. For some clients in mental health services, this can be the first time experiencing a relationship like this. To be truly seen and heard is a foundation for feeling safe and healing.

Address

2563 Doc Loftin Road
Ayden, NC
28513

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+12524958520

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Horses and H.E.A.L.T.H (Health Equals Active Learning Through Horses)

Horses and HEALTH Inc was founded on the principle that all beings deserve a chance to heal, learn, recover, and grow. This non-profit offers multiple opportunities for healing in our community. Funded by our community, staffed by our community, and providing services for our community, Horses and HEALTH promotes connection between all levels of our local community.

We have targeted our energies at two projects we are projecting to start in 2020. Our immediate focus is fulfilling funding for two groups we hope to start this summer.

Equine Service for Heroes offers veterans and their families a chance to learn together with horses in a relaxed, outdoor environment. We appreciate the power of the horse to change lives, and our goal is to assist you with your goals! We offer group opportunities and opportunities for individuals and for families.

If you or someone you love has served in the military and want to learn about horsemanship or healing with horses, let us be of service to you.