Describe and explain the importance of three factors that practitioners should consider during the screening and assessment process of clients for equine therapy.

What will be an ideal response?


Ans: The first factor to consider is the availability of a handler to ensure safety and to respond to unexpected concerns. Second, practitioners should screen clients to determine if they have a history of animal abuse. Lastly, practitioners should consistently evaluate whether the event or work with horses may retraumatize the client, noting that horses react from environmental stimulus.

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