Mental Health Practice – Pecan Creek Ranch
Equine-assisted psychotherapy is the core offering at Pecan Creek Ranch, a mental health practice located at 3164 FM 2843 in Salado, Texas 76571. The practice specializes in Trauma-Informed Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (TI-EAP) using the Natural Lifemanship approach, a model centered on trust-based connection and person-centered healing principles. Sessions take place in an outdoor ranch setting and incorporate work with the facility’s ten named therapy horses.
The clinical team consists of licensed mental health counselors and horse professionals working in collaborative pairs. Together they serve adults, children ages 5 and older, families, couples, and groups. Presenting concerns and populations addressed include anxiety, depression, PTSD and trauma recovery, stress, emotional regulation difficulties, self-confidence, communication challenges, relationship strengthening, and addiction recovery. The practice also serves individuals with autism or developmental disorders, as well as veterans and first responders.
Beyond direct client services, Pecan Creek Ranch provides professional development programming, including the Natural Lifemanship Clinical Immersion Program, consultation services, horsemanship training, and observation hours for mental health professionals seeking training in equine-assisted modalities.
All sessions are conducted in person at the Salado ranch location. The practice operates on a private-pay basis and does not accept insurance directly; however, superbills are provided so clients may seek reimbursement through their out-of-network benefits. Appointments are required, and the practice can be reached by phone at (512) 548-0551.
Pecan Creek Ranch’s stated framework integrates neuroscience principles with relationship-building concepts, describing its approach as “whole-brain, whole-body” in orientation. No specific clinician names or individual licensure credentials are listed on the page. The practice’s website is pecancreekeap.com.