Journey of the Hero

An Evidence-Informed Equine-Assisted Curriculum Inspired by Joseph Campbell’s Hero’s Journey

What if your clients became the hero of their own story?

Journey of the Hero is one of the most unique equine-assisted curricula ever created. Inspired by Joseph Campbell’s The Hero’s Journey, this immersive eight-session program uses horses, metaphor, storytelling, and experiential learning to help participants overcome personal challenges while building confidence, communication, problem-solving, emotional regulation, and healthy relationships.

Originally developed for an adult with a traumatic brain injury who struggled to engage in traditional treatment, the program quickly grew into a powerful therapeutic model that has been successfully adapted for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, trauma, PTSD, absentee fathers, adolescents, and many other populations.

Throughout the curriculum, participants embark on an epic adventure inspired by classic mythology and fantasy. Each session becomes another chapter in the hero’s quest as clients choose a horse companion, battle obstacles, solve puzzles, face fears, journey through mythical lands, and ultimately leave old behaviors behind during a powerful Ring Burning Ceremony.

Rather than simply talking about change, clients experience it.

The horse becomes a trusted companion, providing immediate feedback, emotional support, and powerful metaphors that create unforgettable learning moments.

Inside You’ll Find

• Complete 8-session curriculum
• Detailed session plans with activities and processing questions
• Research and theoretical foundations
• Practical adaptations for multiple client populations
• Case study demonstrating therapeutic outcomes
• References and supporting literature
• Ready-to-use activities that can be customized to fit your clients, horses, facility, and therapeutic goals

Like every curriculum I create, this isn’t meant to be followed word-for-word.

Take the ideas. Adapt the activities. Change the story. Build bigger obstacles. Create new adventures. Make it fit your clients, your horses, your style, and your program.

That’s when the real magic happens.

Perfect for:

• Equine-Assisted Learning Facilitators
• Mental Health Professionals
• Recreational Therapists
• Therapeutic Riding Centers
• Behavioral Specialists
• Experiential Educators
• Anyone looking to create unforgettable, metaphor-rich equine-assisted sessions.

Available as an instant digital download. Begin building heroic journeys for your clients today.