Author Věra Lantelme-Faisan

About the author

Věra Lantelme-Faisan is a physiotherapist and international educator specialising in Equine Assisted Therapy. She is the President of HETI – the Federation of Horses in Education and Therapy International – and Chair of Svítání Academy of Equine Assisted Services. With more than twenty years of clinical and teaching experience, she works internationally to support education, professional development, and collaboration in the field of Equine Assisted Services.

Do I Need Horse Experience to Work in Equine Assisted Services?

Do you need horse experience to work in Equine Assisted Services? Learn which equine skills matter, why riding alone is not enough and how competence develops.

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Student discussing case during supervised Equine Assisted Services education.

How Long Does It Take to Qualify in Equine Assisted Services?

How long does it take to qualify in Equine Assisted Services? Vera Lantelme-Faisan explains learning hours, programme level, practice and competence.

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Can I Study Equine Assisted Services Online?

Can you study Equine Assisted Services online? Learn where online education works well and what its advantages are.

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Can I Earn a Living in Equine Assisted Services?

Can you earn a living in Equine Assisted Services? Vera Lantelme-Faisan explains the costs, income realities and what makes a service financially sustainable.

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What Qualifications Do I Really Need to Work in Equine Assisted Services?

What qualifications do you need to work in Equine Assisted Services? Vera Lantelme-Faisan explains professional roles, specialist education and scope of practice.

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How Do I Start a Career in Equine Assisted Services?

Learn how to start a career in Equine Assisted Services. Vera Lantelme-Faisan explains roles, education, equine competence and supervised experience.

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Do I Need My Own Horse to Work in Equine Assisted Services?

You do not need to own a horse to work in Equine Assisted Services. Věra Lantelme-Faisan explains the practical options and responsibilities involved.

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How do I choose a therapy position on the equine?

How is the right therapy position chosen in Equine Assisted Therapy? Discover how clinical reasoning, assessment, and therapeutic goals guide every decision.

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How Expectations Influence Equine-Assisted Therapy Session

How can expectations influence clinical decisions in Equine Assisted Therapy? A reflection on professional judgement, ethics, and participant-centred practice.

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What Does an Equine-Assisted Therapy Clinical Specialist Actually Do?

What distinguishes an Equine Assisted Therapy Clinical Specialist? Explore the role of clinical reasoning, decision-making, and advanced professional practice.

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