New Season at the Ranch: Upcoming Programs and Sessions
We’re getting ready to welcome more people to our Cottonwood ranch for the upcoming season. Whether you're coming for equine-assisted therapy or want to build personal resilience through our learning programs, we’ve created a space where you can feel safe and supported. We're currently finalizing our new session dates and community events, so keep an eye out for updates. We can't wait to share what’s in store for you and our horses.
DLB Ranch, Inc.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about the services we provide? We hope you find the answer below.
Located in Cottonwood, DLB Ranch is a non-profit equine center dedicated to enriching the lives of both children and adults through interaction with our loving horses.
DLB Ranch allows our guests to connect with horses and with others to build relationships, grow, give and receive love, and heal. There’s no place quite like it!
Our ranch is a place of equality: every person can experience the sheer joy that comes through the triumph of the human spirit as they work alongside our beautiful horses. We cater to the mental and emotional needs of our riders, providing help for anxiety, depression, and more.
Through time with our horses, riders overcome barriers and obstacles that have been holding them back for years. What’s left behind is a stronger, more confident, more capable person. Seeing the transformations that take place at DLB Ranch can be overwhelming in the very best way. We invite you to be a part of this experience with us!
When you give us a call, you will be connected directly to our owner, so you can expect immediate attention to your inquiry. So don’t wait. Call now!
The address of our ranch is: 17596 Southlake Rd, Cottonwood, CA 96022
We are open every day, Monday through Sunday, from 8:00 am until 5:00 pm.
Have a question and need to get in contact with someone at our horse ranch? No worries, we have you covered! Contact us using one of three contact methods:
Phone: (530) 360-0427
Email: nightstarranch@gmail.com
You can also use the contact forms found on this website to get in touch. Once we receive your inquiry, a member of our team will be in touch with you as soon as possible. Thank you for reaching out!
Equine-assisted therapy (EAT) encompasses a range of treatments that involve activities with horses and other equines to promote human physical and mental health. The use of EAT has roots in antiquity, and EAT applies to physical health issues in modern form dates to the 1960s. Modern use of horses for mental health treatment dates to the 1990s. Systematic review of studies of EAT as applied to physical health date only to about 2007, and a lack of common terminology and standardization has caused problems with meta-analysis. Due to a lack of high-quality studies assessing the efficacy of equine-assisted therapies for mental health treatment, concerns have been raised that these therapies should not replace or divert resources from other evidence-based mental health therapies.
Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) offers experiential psychotherapy sessions to diagnosed or diagnosable clients. Natural horse and herd behavior are observed and honored as a model for healthful human behavior. Equine-assisted exercises are designed to elicit metaphors and self-awareness. These exercises help clients recognize their own behaviors and patterns and create their own solutions. The term Equine Assisted Psychotherapy was coined by Greg Kersten in the early 1990s to describe the exercises he created to work with at-risk and incarcerated youth. The field of Equine Assisted Psychotherapy continues to grow and adapt to every type of psychotherapy client.
Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) offers experiential communication, teambuilding, and personal growth experiences to individuals, groups, families, and corporations. Equine nonverbal communication, herd behavior, and equine development demonstrate successful interaction as an example for human relations. Equine Assisted Learning is a valuable component of corporate retreats, church group activities, and family growth seminars. EAL is not psychotherapy and does not require facilitation by a licensed mental health professional.
Find Healing and Growth Through the Power of Horses
At DLB Ranch, we know that finding emotional and spiritual peace is a personal experience for everyone. We have created a welcoming space in Cottonwood where the bond between people and horses helps build the resilience and confidence needed for lasting healing. Whether you are coming to us for equine-assisted mental health services or our youth programs, our dedicated team and our incredible herd are ready to help you move through life's challenges with support and care.
Finding Strength Through Horses
Where Healing Happens
DLB Ranch is a non-profit equine center dedicated to helping people find their footing again. We're more than just a stable; we're a community built on hope and respect. Whether you're a child or an adult, we provide the support you need to work through your challenges and build the confidence to move forward.
