Fall Sessions Start September 12th
Do you know someone looking for evidence-based treatment in a non-traditional setting?
Lizzy Ellman, PsyD, and Liz Johnson, LCSW, are excited to announce they are enrolling for another cycle of equine-assisted DBT Skills groups for both adolescents and adults, in addition to an equine-assisted Seeking Safety group for PTSD and/or Substance Abuse for adults. These groups are fantastic options if you, your child, a client, or a student is looking for evidence-based treatment in a non-traditional setting that includes experiential activities and equine interactions.
What to Expect?
In Equine-Assisted DBT groups, participants will learn mindfulness skills, build emotion regulation skills, improve interpersonal effectiveness skills, and strengthen distress tolerance skills.
Why Include Equine Interactions?
Horses are sensitive to human emotions and body language, making them an ideal partner in the therapeutic process, while also allowing group participants to engage in hands-on, experiential learning and skill-building. Utilizing equine interactions increases patient motivation and engagement, facilitates rapport building, allows for reciprocal relational exchanges with the horse, and provides unique ways to practice therapy techniques and build skills.
Group Details:
Starting September 12, 2025
Times: Seeking Safety Group - 1p-2:30pm, Adult DBT- 3p-4:15pm, Teen DBT 4:30-5:45pm
Mane Stream in Oldwick, NJ (83 Old Turnpike Road, Oldwick, NJ)
Adult Group (18 and up) and Adolescent Group (ages 14-18)
Limited Spaces Available: Early registration is encouraged!
Fees and Insurance: $205 per session (CPT code 90853). We are out-of-network, though we will submit electronically for participants who have out-of-network benefits, and insurance will reimburse you directly.
Why Choose Liz & Lizzy?
Expert Facilitators: Liz Johnson and Lizzy Ellman are seasoned DBT professionals, as well as equestrians, with years of experience helping clients develop the skills they need to live more balanced, fulfilling lives.
Reach out with questions!
Feel free to reach out with any questions or for more information at 551-264-1014 or liz@thebtcollective.com! Potential group participants are also welcome to contact us directly to begin enrollment, and feel free to share our Equine-Assisted DBT Skills Groups flyer. We also provide comprehensive DBT services, and if enrollees are interested in a full program (individual therapy, group skills training, skills coaching), they are welcome to inquire about that with us as well.
