We just celebrated our 14th birthday this January. In 2012, our founder Patty D’Andrea held the inaugural lesson. Back then, the Ranch consisted of one metal building, an RV, a couple horses, and a handful of volunteers. The expansion within the past decade is thanks to her vision & fortitude. In 2026, we now have a well-oiled program of over 150 weekly clients & counting, 18 equines, 20+ staff, and hundreds of volunteers.
We are nowhere near done.
Donors, grantors, and sponsors are the reason we are able to grow. Since we value providing affordable services, our program fees only cover half of our operating costs. This is the first year that our budget forecast has reached 1 MILLION DOLLARS, a huge trust-fall jump from last year. We will reach it 1 dollar at a time. We have high aspirations for the year ahead! Be apart of the journey to help us achieve these goals. We wouldn’t be here without you.
What We Do
Based in Manor, Texas, just outside Austin, Healing with Horses Ranch serves Travis County & surrounding communities. Our trauma-informed programs support three core populations: people with disabilities, veterans, and at-risk youth. We serve individuals of all ages living with mental health diagnoses & complex life challenges through adaptive (therapeutic) riding, equine-assisted learning, and equine-assisted psychotherapy.
The equine is at the center of everything we do, serving as the true teacher in each of our services. While every session is unique, the bond between horse & human is the foundation. By modeling healthy communication, choice, self-awareness, and acceptance, we help individuals build tools they can carry into everyday life.
We ensure all equine-assisted activities are grounded in research & science. Each of our evidence-based programs is designed to address a wide range of challenges & diagnoses through a trauma-informed lens. We continuously refine our services to set a standard for the industry and to strengthen the holistic health of our community through high-quality care.
Equity for All
Healing with Horses Ranch is committed to creating an inclusive & equitable environment for all. We work to ensure anyone in need can access the benefits of equine-assisted therapy by offering financial assistance based on household income, as well as providing veterans’ services at no cost. We recognize that systemic inequities affect access to healing, education, and opportunity. We are dedicated to removing barriers, building cross-cultural awareness, and creating opportunities for people of all races, ethnicities, and abilities.
Overview
Healing with Horses Ranch is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing equine-assisted services in Central Texas. Through the partnership of horses & humans, we help individuals build resilience, independence, and strong relationships in a safe, inclusive environment where growth is lasting & life-changing. Learn more at www.healingwithhorsesranch.org
Our Mission: To promote resilience, independence, and healing in mind, body, and soul through the power of the horse.
Our Vision: To set the standard for equine-assisted services through collaborative research, instructor training programs, and continued professional development for our staff, while providing exceptional care as a sanctuary for equines who have provided services for our clients.
