Valor Horses For Heroes

08/08/2025

Great time to clean out the barn!

08/08/2025

🧸 Trauma-Informed Therapy for Kids
at Valor Horses for Heroes

When children experience trauma—whether it's a big, life-changing event or ongoing stress—their behavior, emotions, and ability to connect can be deeply impacted. At Valor, we provide trauma-informed therapy that meets kids right where they are: with compassion, understanding, and age-appropriate support.

Our therapists specialize in:
🌟 Building emotional safety and trust
🧠 Helping kids understand and manage big feelings
🎨 Using creative tools like play, art, and animal-assisted therapy
🐴 Offering equine-assisted sessions to support healing through connection

We don’t ask, “What’s wrong with this child?”
We ask, “What happened to them?”—and we help them find their way forward.

📞 To learn more or schedule a session, call 252-631-8150
🌐 Visit www.valorhorses.com

08/07/2025

🎓 EMDRIA-Approved Consultation for Adult Students
with Kenneth Palmer, LCSW, EMDR Certified Consultant
at Valor Horses for Heroes

Are you an EMDR provider working toward your:
✅ Basic training hours
✅ EMDR Certification
✅ EMDRIA-Approved Consultant status?

Kenneth Palmer is certified by the EMDR International Association to provide the consultation hours you need—whether you’re just beginning your EMDR journey or preparing to take the next step in your professional development.

👥 Individual and group consultation available
📚 Supportive, trauma-informed, and clinically grounded
🧠 Learn to integrate EMDR with confidence and competence

Take the next step in your EMDR training with guidance from an experienced, credentialed consultant.

📞 For availability and scheduling, contact us at 252-631-8150
🌐 Learn more at www.valorhorses.com

08/07/2025

Good news!!!!!

VA extends community care authorizations for eligible standardized types of care for a year.

08/07/2025

Spread the word about this awesome camp!! Our own Stephanie Pauley is a part of it, and the camp offers so much healing and growth. We will be there supporting and bringing equine friends as well as human volunteers.

08/06/2025

Clients! Want access to the Client Portal? You can use it online or via the app to see appointments, message your provider, complete assessments/documents, update insurance/payment info, and so much more! Call/text/email us to get set up: 252-631-8150 valorhorsesforheroes@gmail.com

08/06/2025

Call/text 252-631-8150 to register!

08/06/2025

💼 Corporate Leadership & Team Building
at Valor Horses for Heroes

Looking to strengthen communication, trust, and collaboration within your team? Step out of the boardroom and into the pasture for a unique, hands-on experience that makes lasting impact.

🐴 Through equine-assisted learning activities, your group will:
• Enhance communication and connection
• Practice trust and problem-solving
• Build leadership skills
• Develop emotional intelligence
• Gain real-time feedback—from the horses and each other

No horse experience is needed—just a willingness to grow together.

This isn’t your typical team-building event. It’s an unforgettable opportunity to challenge, reflect, and connect in a new way.

📞 Let’s build stronger teams, together.
Call 252-631-8150 or visit www.valorhorses.com to learn more or schedule your customized experience.

08/05/2025

What is EMDR therapy like? Find out ➡️https://www.emdria.org/about-emdr-therapy/experiencing-emdr-therapy/

08/05/2025

Currently accepting new clients: Todd A. Erler,
MEd, MSW, LCSWA
(he/him)
Clinical Social Worker / Therapist

Todd has called New Bern, North Carolina home for over 12 years. He joined the United States Marine Corps in 1998 and proudly retired as a Master Sergeant in 2020 after 22 years of honorable service. While on active duty, he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Homeland Security from American Military University and a Master of Education in Teaching & Learning from Liberty University. Todd later completed his Master of Social Work (MSW) at Walden University in the spring of 2024 and is now a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA) in North Carolina.

Todd has faced struggles in life that he is grateful to have overcome. These lived experiences shaped his deep empathy and commitment to walking alongside others who are navigating life’s toughest challenges.

Todd believes that real change happens when people feel seen, heard, and understood—not judged. His clinical approach blends trauma-informed care with authenticity and collaboration. He brings not only academic knowledge but a level of understanding often missing in the therapy room. Todd's mission is to meet clients where they are, walk beside them on their journey, and help shoulder their burdens while learning and growing together.

Todd specializes in working with veterans, first responders, individuals with complex trauma, and those who may feel like traditional therapy hasn’t worked for them. He is LGBTQIA+ affirming and welcomes clients from all walks of life.

08/05/2025

Now taking new clients: Casey Bennington-Palmer
(she/her)
BSW, EAGALA ES, MSW Student
Clinical Intern + Lead Equine Specialist

Casey is passionate about the unique and transformative healing power of the human-animal bond. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Walden University and is currently pursuing her Master of Social Work (MSW), with an expected graduation in 2025. With a lifelong connection to animals and a deep commitment to trauma-informed care, Casey is excited to continue building her career in trauma-focused animal-assisted psychotherapy and veterinary social work.

Casey began riding horses at age five and never outgrew the “crazy horse kid” phase. She studied Animal Science at Berry College and Therapeutic Horsemanship at Lander University, competing nationally on the Intercollegiate Equestrian Teams at both schools. In 2013, she graduated from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Nursing program and became a Credentialed/Registered Veterinary Technician. Over the years, Casey has worked in small animal, equine, large animal, and emergency/critical care settings. In 2019, she earned her Fear-Free Animal Professional certification, emphasizing ethical and effective low-stress handling.

In 2020, Casey became an EAGALA-certified Equine Specialist and now holds a military designation for working with service members, veterans, and their families through equine-assisted services. Her career in veterinary medicine sparked a deep interest in trauma therapy and grief counseling, leading to her current focus on integrating clinical social work and animal-assisted interventions.

Following the completion of her MSW, Casey plans to pursue a Veterinary Social Work Certificate. Her goal is to support veterinary professionals coping with compassion fatigue, burnout, anxiety, and PTSD, as well as clients grieving the loss of animal or human loved ones.

Casey is a proud spouse and daughter of combat veterans and holds a special dedication to serving military personnel and first responders. As a mother to a remarkable child on the Autism Spectrum, she is passionate about helping neurodiverse children understand and express their emotions and needs. She is LGBTQIA+ affirming and welcomes clients of all backgrounds, identities, and family structures.

In her free time, Casey can often be found in the barn or pasture with her horses, or spending time with her dogs (Rylee and Pancho) and cats (Lil Bit and Harvest). She also enjoys riding her Harley Street Glide, “Cher,” and cherishing time with her husband and children.