Services
Restorative Pathways offers several different choices of therapies to help you on your healing journey. From traditional talk therapy, either in-person or online, to Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP), Equine-Assisted Learning (EAL) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), couple’s counseling, self-esteem building, and boundary setting, you can reach your therapeutic goals. Restorative Pathways offers you many options for your health and happiness journey.
Talk & Virtual Therapy
Talking with a counselor is a classic mode of therapy that works well for many types of issues. Both one-on-one sessions or group sessions are offered; each type has their own benefits.
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In-person sessions or through virtual/Telehealth options throughout the state of Florida
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Intensive work using a variety of therapeutic techniques
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With many therapeutic techniques available, Cesare will determine which modality is best suited for you. Talk therapy relies on evidence-based therapeutic techniques such as cognitive and emotional based modes, mindfulness informed, client-centered and others.
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Covered by Cigna insurance or self-pay
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) is a groundbreaking technique that helps clients identify feelings and develop insights into their personal issues. Horses reflect back your state of mind, anxiety levels, and emotional blocks in a way that is real and honest.
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Specially designed program to help clients work through personal issues
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Requires no horse or riding experience;
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Held in outdoor environment with fresh air, and new stimuli to help alleviate depressive issues
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Evidence based research show helps those suffering from trauma, PTSD, anxiety issues, boundaries, self-esteem, and impulse control (including ADHD)
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Improves emotional regulation with instant feedback from the horse
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Sliding scales fees available for qualified clients
EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a research-based technique with proven successes. EMDR uses your brain’s natural healing ability to process memories of previous experiences in a healthy way. It is a structured therapy that uses specific eye movement and memory techniques to help heal long-standing trauma, as well as address recent traumatic experiences.
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Useful for treating as anxiety, depression, OCD, chronic pain, addictions, PTSD, and other distressing life experiences
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Intensive and focused therapy with real-life benefits
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EMDR uses your brain’s natural healing ability to process your memories of previous experiences in a healthy way
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Research shows that mental health gains are maintained over time, it often needs fewer therapy sessions to achieve results, has less exposure to distressing details, and decreases intrusive symptoms
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No need to narrate events in detail
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Covered by Cigna insurance or self-pay
Equine Assisted Learning
Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) is useful for anyone who is looking to improve upon existing life skills or build on new ones. EAL helps with problem solving, interpersonal communication, self-confidence, boundary setting, or to start building a foundation for those skills. It provides an enriching educational and supportive environment without the therapeutic component.
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Builds skills in communication, enhances self-confidence
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Lessons given in a calm and enriching outdoor setting
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Individual or group sessions are available
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Requires no horse or riding experience
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Scholarships may be available through https://stepupforstudents.org
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Cesare is an equine professional who understands horse psychology and behavior and how it can profoundly impact a person’s ability to navigate life’s challenges