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THE HEALING POWER OF HORSES
Let us help you heal.
ABOUT HOPE IN HER EYES
Hope in Her Eyes is a faith-centered nonprofit dedicated to helping individuals find healing, resilience, and renewed purpose through the powerful connection between humans and horses.
Amy McCormick originally founded Hope in Her Eyes in New Jersey. Together with her husband, John McCormick, they made the decision to move the organization’s mission to Altoona, Alabama. Their goal was to broaden the reach of Hope in Her Eyes and establish a tranquil ranch setting where both individuals and families could find restoration and renewed hope.
The nonprofit now operates at Anchor of Hope Ranch in Altoona, Alabama, a western-style ranch setting designed to foster reflection, healing, and connection with both nature and horses.
STORIES OF HEALING
SERVICES
Our services provide a peaceful environment for participants to regulate their nervous systems, process trauma, and find renewed hope. As the only provider east of South Dakota offering Draper Sensory Therapy, we bring unique neurological and sensory-based healing to families throughout the Southeast.
WELLNESS
Mindfulness sessions are performed on the ground, focusing on connecting with horses and nature to help participants learn to be present. By engaging in grooming, leading, and relationship-building skills, individuals activate their five main senses to release oxytocin and find a sense of calm. These sessions are designed to help participants get back into their bodies, reduce anxiety, and develop emotional resilience in a supportive, natural ranch setting.
DRAPER SENSORY THERAPY
Conducted on horseback, this specialized therapy uses the natural rhythmic movement of the horse to stimulate and regulate the brain and nervous system. This "brain-first" approach incorporates unique techniques, such as riding backwards, to activate sensory pathways and improve balance, coordination, and neural connectivity. It is an ideal solution for those with TBI, Autism, or other neurological conditions, with multiple sessions recommended for the most effective, long-term healing.
THANK YOU, VETERANS
Hope in Her Eyes proudly serves veterans by providing essential services to honor their sacrifices. We aim to empower those who have bravely served our country through tailored programs that foster resilience and community connection, ensuring they feel valued and uplifted. The battles that soldiers fight are not always waged on the battlefield. PTSD is a silent shadow that follows many soldiers home.
EXPERIENCE PEACE AND HEALING
No horseback riding experience is needed for this safe, nonverbal nature based approach that treats:
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Post-traumatic stress
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Depression, fear and anxiety
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Inability to focus, follow directions, attend to tasks
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Lack of hope, motivation, bonding and impulse control
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Low frustration tolerance
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Low self-esteem
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Body image issues, socially appropriate boundary awareness and trust issues
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Autism, Down Syndrome, ADD, ADHD, and more…