More horse-assisted learning programs for kids and families are coming to our Cottonwood ranch.
We’re expanding our programs to help more people find emotional healing and build resilience through working with horses. Our upcoming sessions will feature ground-based horsemanship and new group workshops focused on mental health and personal growth. We’re excited to offer these new ways to heal and grow in the supportive environment of our ranch.
A Space for Real Change
Helping people grow through connection with horses
Based in Cottonwood, California, DLB Ranch is where the natural intuition of horses meets professional therapeutic care. We provide a space for deep emotional and spiritual growth that actually lasts.
Our Role as a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit
Driven by a Mission to Heal
DLB Ranch is a non-profit equine center in Cottonwood dedicated to helping people find their way forward. We use the power of horses to help individuals and communities grow stronger and healthier. We believe everyone deserves to feel the strength of their own spirit and find joy again. By offering a sanctuary for spiritual and emotional health, we act as a compassionate partner for anyone looking to overcome life challenges and find a sense of peace.
Support for Individuals, Families, and Groups
A Place for Your Journey
Our programs are built for both kids and adults dealing with things like anxiety, depression, behavioral struggles, or addiction. We also work closely with at-risk youth, people in recovery, and seniors in assisted living. By focusing on the relationship between person and horse, we give participants a healthy way to manage stress. Working with our horses helps build the confidence and self-esteem needed to handle whatever life throws at them.
How Equine-Assisted Learning Works
Expert Care in a Year-Round Setting
We operate out of Nightstar Ranch, which features a covered arena so we can hold sessions all year long, regardless of the weather. Our programs follow the EAGALA model and Equine Assisted Therapy and Learning (EATL) principles, led by Certified Equine Specialists. These are ground-based activities where horse behavior helps reflect our own human relationships and patterns. Through these sessions, participants learn to break down emotional barriers, solve problems more effectively, and build real resilience in a safe, professional environment.
Healing Happens Here
Seeing how horses change lives is at the core of everything we do.
At DLB Ranch, we believe everyone has the strength to move forward, even when life feels heavy. We’ve seen firsthand how horses help us understand ourselves better. In our programs, these animals act as partners in your journey, helping you build the resilience and emotional clarity needed to heal.
Expert Support Every Step of the Way
Our sessions are run by specialists certified in the OK Corral Series. We combine professional expertise with a deep understanding of how to create a safe space for you to do the work.
A Place to Grow All Year Long
We work out of the covered arena at Nightstar Ranch so your progress doesn't have to stop just because the weather changes. We provide a steady, reliable environment for your healing journey through every season.
Building Connections on the Ground
We focus on groundwork and non-verbal communication. By learning to read a horse’s behavior, you’ll find new ways to handle life’s challenges and build the confidence to face whatever comes next.
