Horse Therapy Through Movement & Connection
Equine therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, physical therapy, and mental health counseling for individuals of all ages, delivered in a nature based setting near Chester, Rock Hill, Fort Mill, Lancaster, South Charlotte and Union, SC.
At Strides of Strength Therapeutic Services, our programs are built around the individual, not a one size fits all approach. From licensed clinical therapy to farm based wellness programs, every service is designed to support physical, emotional, and developmental growth through evidence informed practices and meaningful equine assisted interaction.
Therapy Services
Our licensed therapists provide occupational therapy, speech language pathology, physical therapy, and mental health counseling, each shaped around individualized treatment plans. Whether the goal is building fine motor skills, improving communication, restoring mobility, or supporting emotional wellbeing, our team combines clinical expertise with the unique benefits of equine assisted therapy to help each patient reach measurable, meaningful outcomes.
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Our licensed Occupational Therapists and Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants are here to help our patients with:
Fine, gross, and visual-motor training
Sensory integration therapy and sensory-motor intervention
Handwriting intervention using a Handwriting Without Tears® approach
Feeding therapy
Therapeutic handling with a neurodevelopmental approach
Nature-based therapy
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Our licensed Speech Language Pathologists provide individualized treatment plans to support communication and swallowing needs. Services may include:
Speech and language development
Articulation and phonological therapy
Voice and fluency therapy
Cognitive-communication strategies
Swallowing and feeding therapy
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Our licensed Physical Therapists and Licensed Physical Therapist Assistants are here to provide the following treatments and more!
Gait training
Balance activities
Core strengthening
Neuro reeducation
Functional mobility
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Our Licensed Mental Health Counselor and an Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning will facilitate treatments surrounding the following types of sessions:
Social Work
Trauma & PTSD Counseling
Child & Marriage and Family Counseling
Substance Use & Rehab Counseling
How to Enroll & Get Started
STEP 1
Complete Intake Forms
Start the process by filling out our intake form with your information and therapy goals.
STEP 2
Send Forms to Your Doctor
Bring the completed form to your doctor so they can review and confirm participation.
STEP 3
Doctor Sends Us Your Forms
Once signed, your doctor returns the form to Strides of Strength Therapeutic Services to finalize enrollment.
What Forms do You Need?
Getting started at Strides of Strength Therapeutic Services begins with a simple form. Here, you'll find the documents needed to complete your intake and enrollment, ready to download and bring to your appointment.
DOWNLOAD PAPERWORK
Outdoor Education, Literacy Programs & Recreation
Fun outdoor educational equestrian activities in Chester, SC for families and homeschool groups.
York County Outdoor Programs
Our recreational programs include Farm Fit classes like Balance at the Barn, along with Learn to Line Dance, offering low-pressure ways for people of all ages to move, connect, and have fun in the Rock Hill area.
We are also a great resource for homeschool and after-school groups looking for fun, outdoor, horse-powered learning experiences.
Farm School
Horse-Powered Reading
Our primary educational program is Farm School. Farm School provides structured classroom instruction in a nature-based setting to build foundational skills in math, reading, and science.
With Horse-Powered Reading, we help students gain confidence through hands-on, horse-powered learning.
Start Your Journey with Us
Ready to get started? Enrolling at Strides of Strength Therapeutic Services is simple, and our team is here to guide you through every step, from your first form to your first session.