What is a Beacon Ranch experience
What to expect
Our retreats are designed for people who feel the pull of something bigger: a life transition, a stretch of burnout, a desire for clarity, or simply the need to be somewhere that isn't their regular life.
You'll work with horses on the ground, move through guided practices, share nourishing meals with a small group, and spend real time on the land. No phones in sessions. No performance. No pressure to share more than you want to.
We will create space for you to have your own experience. What comes out of it is different for everyone.
Upcoming programs
From adult to programs for kids, our calendar includes offerings for every stage of life.
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Mother daughter skills group
One day · mother / daughter pairs
A mother daughter program to navigate complex dynamics focused on equipping participants with practical strategies around communication and relational dynamics that they can apply directly to their own lives. The horses provide real-time feedback that makes those strategies tangible rather than theoretical.
Dates: June 26 - Half day AM
Special needs moms
One day · moms only
If you're still navigating TEFA vouchers, school placement, IEP stress and a mental load that followed you into summer, this session was built for you.
Just for mom. Time in nature with horses and a licensed clinician to support your nervous system and fill your own cup.
Date: July 9th - Half day AM
Before school starts: Mother daughter connection session
One day · mother / daughter pairs
A mother daughter program to navigate complex dynamics focused on equipping participants with practical strategies around communication, relational dynamics and connection that they can apply directly to their own lives. The horses provide real-time feedback that makes those strategies tangible rather than theoretical.
Dates: August 3rd - Half day AM
Before school starts: Dad daughter connection session
One day · Dad / daughter pairs
This dads and daughters workshop offers dedicated time to step away from daily distractions for 1:1 time to connect side by side, on the ground, with horses.
The experience is designed to strengthen the bond between the dads and daughters through activities and challenges centered around the horses. Fathers and daughters leave with shared memories, practical tools and a deeper understanding of each other.
Date: August 7th - Half day AM
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What a day looks like
Every session is different, but here's the shape of a typical day.
9:00 AM
Introduction to Equine assisted psychotherapy ("EAP") or Equine assisted Learning ("EAL") using the EAGALA method
9:30 AM:
Session with the horses.
The core work of the day. Small group or one-on-one depending on the retreat.
We take many breaks between sessions and will leverage an indoor arena as well as wander into the pastures
12:00 PM
Lunch and open time
Enjoy a nourishing lunch from Green Fork and Straw taking into account any dietary restrictions
1:00 PM
Debrief and wrap up
The horses, the land
We work on 40+ acres 40 min. west of Houston - pasture and arena. The horses are the heart of the work. They don't perform, and neither do you.
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Pricing & what's included
All sessions include meals, horse sessions and group facilitation. Travel to Beacon Ranch is not included.
Contact us for pricing
One day session
Includes lunch on full days, materials, facilitation
Available year round
Weekend sessions
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Friday - Sunday · includes, materials, facilitation and all meals
Available year round
Payment plans and scholarship spots available on request. Group rates available for parties of 6+.
Is this for you?
This might be for you if…
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You're navigating a transition - career, relationship, health, identity
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You've done therapy and want to try something embodied
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You're a high-performer who can't stop performing, even when resting
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You feel disconnected from yourself, your body, or what you actually want
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You're ready to be somewhere quiet for a few days
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You're looking for education on emotional regulation
This is probably not for you if…
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You're in an acute mental health crisis - we care deeply about your safety and would encourage connecting with a crisis professional first
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You're looking for a spa weekend (this is relaxing and nourishing, but real work)
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You're expecting guaranteed specific outcomes - retreats create conditions and space, but not guarantees
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You're uncomfortable being around horses or outdoors for extended periods