Simple Changes Therapeutic Riding Center

Important Date Change!! 🎲

Due to unforeseen circumstances Simple Changes has switched the date of Casino Night to Saturday, January 30, 2027. This unexpected date change gives us the chance to put together an even better event! And more time to garner sponsors and amazing auction items.

🎟️ Already bought a ticket or sponsorship?
It automatically transfers to the January 30 date! We are also happy to provide a full refund if you prefer - please reach out to [email protected].

🐴 In the meantime...
Our Equine Assisted Learning program, financed by a generous grant from the Potomac Health Foundation, is up and running!

Friday or Sunday spots for groups of 6-10 seniors from residential facilities, cancer warriors, first responders, service organizations or Veterans are going fast. Reach out to [email protected] for more information and scheduling.

Sessions with the horses are a wonderful opportunity to feel some grounding and balance before the holiday season. ✨

Final 24 hours to save $25 on Casino Night tickets! ⏳ Early Bird pricing ($175) ends tomorrow, Sept 5 at midnight. Tap the link to lock in your spot! https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/casino-night-86

1 week left for Early Bird pricing! 🎲 Save $25 per ticket for our October 3 Casino Night when you get yours by September 5. Every ticket includes $1000 in chips, hors d'oeuvres, and 2 drink tickets. Grab yours today! https://simplechanges.org/events/casino-night/

🎲 ROLL THE DICE WITH US! Early Bird Tickets are LIVE! 🎲

Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 3 - our annual Casino Night fundraiser is officially back, and you won't want to miss it! Join us for a high-energy evening of Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, delicious hors d'oeuvres, drinks, and exciting raffle and auction packages.

🎟️ EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Lock in your tickets now for $175 (Save $25 before rates go up to $200 on September 6!).

Every ticket includes:
✨ Full event admission
🪙 $1000 in initial casino playing chips
🍢 Complimentary hors d'oeuvres
🍹 2 drink tickets

Gather your friends, dress to impress, and support a great cause!

👉 Grab your Early Bird tickets before Sept 5: https://simplechanges.org/events/casino-night/

Tomorrow is the day! 🍷 We can't wait to see everyone at The W**ery at Bull Run tomorrow, Sunday, July 26th at 1:00 PM.

Come enjoy the summer weather, listen to some great music, and help us push toward our $7,000 goal for our riders. Look for our table in the family area when you arrive!

Who's joining us tomorrow? Tag your w**e tasting buddy below!

Making your weekend plans? Here is everything you need to know for W**e for a Cause this Sunday, July 26th!

📍 Where: The W**ery at Bull Run (1:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
🧺 Food & Drinks: Food trucks and pizza will be available on-site, or feel free to pack your own picnic basket!
🎵 Entertainment: Live acoustic music starting at 2:00 PM.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Where to find us: Look for the Simple Changes signs in the outdoor family-friendly seating area!

Grab your favorite people and come relax for a great cause!

This Sunday! 🍷 Join us for W**e for a Cause at The W**ery at Bull Run on Sunday, July 26th, from 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM!

It's going to be a fantastic, relaxed afternoon with live music (2–5 PM), food trucks, fresh pizza, and great company in the outdoor family seating area. Every glass raised helps us work toward our $7,000 goal for our programs!

No ticket required - just bring your family and friends and come hang out (and make sure to give us your receipt when you leave). Can't make it? You can still help us fill the bottle online at simplechanges.org/donate! See you this Sunday!

Simple Changes is hiring for a licensed mental health specialist!

Job Title:.
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy Specialist.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or other licensed mental health provider.
Location:
Simple Changes Farm, Lorton, Virginia. Beautiful farm in Fairfax, VA with indoor arena
Job Type:
Approximately 10-15 hours per week. Can be shared with multiple mental health specialists. Competitive hourly or contract wage. Commensurate with industry standards and experience.
Position:
Work under an existing grant that provides free, equine assisted mental health services to appropriate individuals and groups. Partner with a certified Equine Specialist that is provided by us and has at least one of the following credentials: PATH Intl., Eagala, Equine Experiential Education (E3A) and Coaching with Horses.
About Us:
Simple Changes opened in 2005 to enable individuals with mental, physical, and cognitive challenges to develop meaningful connections with horses, helping people to grow stronger physically and experience more joy and independence in their lives. We provide therapeutic riding and horsemanship, hippotherapy, equine assisted learning and equine assisted psychotherapy at our farm in Lorton, VA.
At Simple Changes, we believe that true mental health breakthroughs often happen outside an office setting. Our facility provides a safe, serene setting where clients can connect deeply with themselves through the healing power of our experienced horse and the guidance of a mental health professional and equine specialist. Mental health sessions are unmounted. We prioritize clinical excellence, safety, and evidence-based practices in all of our sessions.
The Role:
Simple Changes is seeking a dedicated, trauma-informed LCSW or other licensed mental health professional to join our team. In this role, you will facilitate ground-based equine assisted psychotherapy (EAP) sessions for individuals,
groups, and families navigating anxiety, PTSD, grief, and life transitions. Please note that all EAP work is ground-based; no riding or equestrian background is required for clients.
Key Responsibilities:
● Conduct clinical intakes, assessments, and treatment planning.
● Co-facilitate ground-based equine-assisted therapy sessions.
● Collaborate closely with our certified Equine Specialists before, during and after sessions.
● Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation and progress notes.
● Report clinical documentation to grant as required
Requirements & Credentials:
● Licensure: Active and unrestricted license to practice in Virginia.
● Prefer Specialized Training: Certification or documented advanced training in an established EAP framework (e.g., EAGALA, PATH Intl., Natural Lifemanship).
● Experience: Minimum of 10 years of clinical experience, with at least several months specifically integrating equines into practice.
● Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions alongside large animals.
● Connections: Ability to bring in individual, group and family clients ready for treatment within your area of expertise in order to meet grant-required client contact hours. Services are free to clients.
What We Offer:
● Competitive compensation
● Access to a well-maintained herd of horses trained in therapeutic activities
● Collaborating with a highly trained, dedicated Equine Specialist
● Availability of stipends for EAP certifications and CEUs as appropriate
● Flexible scheduling
How to Apply: Ready to take your practice outdoors? Send your resume, cover letter, and proof of licensure and EAP certification or experience (if any) to [email protected]

Lessons are canceled today, Saturday, for the bad air quality. Stay safe everyone!